Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, or HBO therapy, is a unique treatment that aids in recovery from conditions like tissue damage and infections. There are two kinds of chambers: monoplace chambers designed to hold one person and multiplace chambers designed to hold multiple people at a time. A patient undergoing hyperbaric oxygen therapy is placed in a hyperbaric chamber. While inside, the patient receives pure oxygen. The pressure inside is also increased from normal air pressure.
The goal of the pressurized chamber is to deliver more oxygen to the patient. This increases the amount of oxygen carried by red blood cells and helps the body heal from conditions it may not be able to fight alone. HBO therapy is also used to treat less common conditions like bone infections, and decompression sickness.
Prince Health has the largest hyperbaric oxygen chamber in the Houston area with four people able to comfortably fit inside. If you’re interested in HBOT but struggling with claustrophobia, we have the chamber for you. Consider scheduling an appointment for hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Call or schedule online with Prince Health and get the care and healing you need today.