Hyperbaric Medical Solutions

Our body has a remarkable ability to heal naturally with a little help and under the right conditions. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy uses the most abundant element on earth – oxygen - at increased pressures to effectively enhance your body’s healing powers to rehabilitate an injury or chronic condition, or to rejuvenate your body to optimal health and .

This non-invasive treatment can increase your body’s oxygen concentration by 1️⃣2️⃣0️⃣0️⃣%, leading to a variety of benefits, such as:
✨increased blood flow
✨tissue regeneration
✨stem cell mobilization
✨decreased inflammation

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a natural treatment without many associated risks or side effects. It is one of the safest medical treatments offered.

The application and potential of reaches a wide array of patients, conditions, and uses.

There is currently only one absolute contraindication to hyperbaric oxygen therapy, which is untreated pneumothorax.

On our website we have a Complete Guide to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. Check it out for a more in depth view into and if it is right for you.

The next step is to have a consultation (free/covered by insurance) with one of our experienced, certified medical professionals to completely evaluate if HBOT is appropriate for you in reaching your health goals.

At HMS, we use this opportunity to ask many in depth questions of each patient and encourage our patients to do the same. If determined that HBOT is appropriate for you, we then create a customized treatment protocol that includes the expected number of sessions, at a specifically prescribed pressure.

We are here for you! Contact us with any questions you have on your journey to optimal health! 🙏

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a treatment that involves breathing 100% oxygen in a pressurized chamber. This increased oxygen level can help to improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and promote the growth of new tissue.

There are some evidence that HBOT may be helpful for people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD):
✓ One study found that HBOT treatment over a 4-week period led to a significant reduction in PTSD symptoms, including anxiety, depression, and nightmares.
✓ Another study found that HBOT may help to improve brain function in people with PTSD.

Ways that HBOT may help those with PTSD:

1️⃣ Neuroplasticity
2️⃣ Reduced inflammation
3️⃣ Increased oxygen delivery to the brain
4️⃣ Helps heal the brain

It is important to note that more research is needed to confirm the benefits of HBOT for PTSD. However, the available evidence suggests that HBOT may be a promising treatment option for some people with this condition.

HBOT is not a cure for PTSD, but it may be an effective treatment for some people. If you are interested in trying HBOT for PTSD, talk to your doctor.

Study: 2017 study published in the journal PLOS One: PMID: 28207806
Study: 2018 study published in the journal Brain Injury: PMID: 29710690

A news article on Tennis World Usa came out today about Novak Djokovic is utilizing Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) to accelerate his recovery from knee surgery.

Many top athletes use HBOT to boost performance, accelerate recovery from training and/or injuries, enhance performance, decrease inflammation and MORE.

Plus, HBOT is well known to support healing post-surgery.

Studies have found that HBOT was associated with a 50% reduction in the time it takes for chronic wounds to close!

🦠 There is now strong, supporting research on the use of HBOT for Long COVID! 🦠

HBOT benefits patients with post-COVID conditions in the following ways:

✅ Decreases inflammation
✅ Improves immune system function
✅ Promotes stem cell mobilization
✅ Allows for accelerated repair, recovery and potential tissue regeneration

Long COVID patients exhibit a combination of persistent symptoms, including fatigue, memory issues, brain fog, anxiety, sleep disruption, change in taste and smell sensation, muscle pain, shortness of breath, and gastrointestinal symptoms. These symptoms can be quite debilitating and disruptive to people's daily lives.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) has emerged as a treatment option for the condition and there is now strong, supporting research on the use of HBOT for Long COVID.

HBOT benefits patients with post-COVID conditions in the following ways:
✅ Decreases inflammation
✅ Improves immune system function
✅ Promotes stem cell mobilization
✅ Allows for accelerated repair, recovery and potential tissue regeneration

Long COVID patients exhibit a combination of persistent symptoms, including fatigue, memory issues, brain fog, anxiety, sleep disruption, change in taste and smell sensation, muscle pain, shortness of breath, and gastrointestinal symptoms. These symptoms can be quite debilitating and disruptive to people's daily lives.

HBOT is FDA-approved for many conditions including tissue damage caused by radiation therapy. HBOT treatments that are FDA-approved are typically covered by insurance, making this treatment accessible for many individuals!

What is radiation damage?

Radiation therapy is used to treat tumors of all types, from tumors in the brain to those in the breast, prostate, uterus and gastrointestinal tract. Although radiation therapy is becoming more accurate and more successful in the treatment of cancer, there is still the potential that normal tissue is damaged in the process. This is called radiation damage, which may have a significant negative impact on a patient's quality of life.

The use of HBOT to treat radiation damage can heal the tissue by regenerating blood vessels, re-populating the damaged area with new stem cells, and accelerating all stages of wound healing.

Other benefits:
✅ Helps fight infection
✅ Reduces pain
✅ More oxygen speeds up repair and recovery
✅ Promotes stem cell mobilization
✅ Reduces inflammation

Kids can benefit from HBOT too!

Our young patient had stitches in his forehead and lip after a bad spill off a bicycle when he lost control going down the hill. He took quite a tumble and tossed over his handlebars on to the road.

Fortunately, his scans and x-rays came back normal. But he had a lot of abrasions, bruising and swelling including bruised ribs and dislodged tooth.

First photo (Left. 'Friday'): Taken before his first hyperbaric oxygen treatment
Second photo (Right. 'Sunday'): Taken after 2 days later, after three hyperbaric oyxgen therapy treatments

HBOT treatments reduced the swelling and assisted the skin to heal from the bruises and abrasions. Our young patient's doctor originally said his face would probably not be fully healed for about six months but with constant sessions, he is on his way to a faster recovery.

Men's health is a crucial yet often underemphasized aspect of health care. Numerous studies have highlighted the unique health challenges faced by men, including:
❗higher rates of cardiovascular disease
❗higher rates of certain types of cancer
❗ mental health issues.

According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine, men tend to have a higher mortality rate and are LESS LIKELY to seek medical attention compared to women.

Though often overlooked, especially by men themselves, we want to recognize the importance of men's health issues and explore the remarkable potential of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) to address common male health challenges.

Learn more about how HBOT help improve men's health on our website - https://www.hyperbaricmedicalsolutions.com/blog/hbot-for-mens-health

HBOT can be used in conjunction with other cancer treatments, such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. It is a promising new approach to cancer treatment that is still being studied, but the results so far are encouraging.

The use of HBOT to treat cancer side effects aims to reduce the damage to healthy tissue and blood vessels caused by radiation exposure, helping the body become stronger and fight off the disease.

Other benefits of HBOT for Cancer Synergy Treatment:
👉🏻 Reduces side effects from radiation exposure
👉🏻 Increases blood oxygen levels
👉🏻 Helps regrow damaged blood vessels
👉🏻 Improves immune system function
👉🏻 Increases the release of stem cells from the bone marrow

Learn more about how HBOT helps Cancer Synergy Treatment here - https://www.hyperbaricmedicalsolutions.com/conditions/non-covered/cancer-treatment-synergy

"Getting my oxygen on. Hyperbaric Medical Solutions " -

Marc Jacobs came to us for HBOT to accelerate his healing and recovery after a face lift surgery.

Patients who undergoing or who have recently undergone plastic or reconstructive surgery may greatly benefit from the use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.

HBOT aids in surgery preparation and accelerated recovery in the following ways:
✅ Reduces edema/inflammation
✅ Enhances oxygen availability to injured tissue
✅ Promotes fibroblast proliferation/collagen synthesis, decreasing fibrosis
✅ Enhances antibiotic efficacy
✅ Reduces incidence of infection due to the enhancement of leukocyte oxidative killing
✅ Increases tensile strength of healed tissue
✅ Increases angiogenesis

Hyperbaric Medical Solutions wishes you a joyful Memorial day filled with gratitude and cherished moments of remembrance.

We love our little HBOT patients. Our 8 year old patient here is watching his favorite YouTube videos, while reaping the amazing brain healing benefits of HBOT for post-concussion symptoms.

Kids respond extremely well to HBOT post-concussion!

RESEARCH 🔬 A 2022 study shows that HBOT improves both cognitive and behavioral function, persistent post-concussion syndrome symptoms, and quality of life in pediatric post concussion patients at the chronic stage, even years after injury! [PMID: 36151105]

This photo shows Dr. Katz as he administers Platelet Rich Plasma directly into a patient's knee, under ultrasound guidance for optimal placement, to help heal her torn meniscus. 💉👨‍⚕️

At HMS, we often combine PRP Therapy with HBOT for boosted healing! Putting a patient into the hyperbaric oxygen chamber directly after PRP will increase the number of STEM cells in circulation, while PRP attracts and delivers these STEM cells to the necessary areas! This leads to AMAZING healing abilities.

PRP & HBOT may be used to help the following ailments:
✅ Osteoarthritis
✅ Plantar Fasciitis Tendinitis
✅ Ligament Sprains or Tears
✅ Tennis Elbow
✅ Ankle Sprains
✅ Meniscus tears
✅ Bursitis
✅ Tendonitis

Knee pain can be debilitating, affecting your mobility and quality of life. Whether it's due to aging, injury, or conditions like osteoarthritis, finding effective treatment is crucial. Fortunately, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy offers a promising solution. In this article, we'll explore how PRP injections can provide relief for knee problems and enhance your overall joint health.

Here's how PRP treatment can benefit individuals with bad knees:

✅ Pain Relief: PRP injections help reduce inflammation and alleviate pain, providing much-needed relief for individuals struggling with knee discomfort.

✅ Enhanced Healing: By delivering concentrated growth factors to the site of injury, PRP therapy accelerates the healing process. This can be particularly beneficial for athletes looking to recover from sports-related knee injuries.

✅ Joint Repair: Osteoarthritis, characterized by the breakdown of cartilage in the knee joint, can cause significant pain and stiffness. PRP injections promote the regeneration of cartilage tissue, potentially slowing down the progression of arthritis.

✅ Injury Repair: Knee injuries, such as torn meniscus or ligament damage, can severely impact mobility and quality of life. PRP therapy aids in the repair and regeneration of damaged tissues, including ligaments, tendons, and cartilage. By promoting the body's natural healing processes, PRP injections facilitate the recovery from knee injuries, allowing patients to regain strength and functionality in the affected joint.

✅ Improved Functionality: With reduced pain and improved joint health, patients often experience enhanced mobility and functionality in their knees, allowing them to engage in activities they enjoy without limitations.

Learn more in our latest blog: https://www.hyperbaricmedicalsolutions.com/blog/treating-bad-knees-knee-pain-with-platelet-rich-plasma-prp

Sudden sensorineural hearing loss, more commonly known as sudden deafness, is an unexplained, rapid loss of hearing. It typically occurs in one ear and can happen either at once, over a span of a few hours, or over several days.

HBOT is used to treat sudden sensorineural hearing loss by increasing blood flow and transporting more oxygen to the inner ear and nerve cells. Doing so can help reduce swelling, promote stem cell growth, and aid in fighting bacteria and infections which leads to recovered hearing.

The sooner patients start HBOT for SSNHL, the better. The best chances for recovery occur when started within the first 48 hours. After 2 weeks the chances for success begin to decrease. We will however, treat as far as 3 months out.

Marc Jacobs Documents His Facelift Before Recovering in an Oxygen Chamber: 'Live Love Lift' — People "Getting my oxygen on," Marc Jacobs wrote on Instagram, posting a photo of himself recovering in a hyperbaric oxygen chamber after getting a facelift

HBOT has been shown to increase the rate of osteoblast differentiation and osteoclast suppression, leading to a general shift towards bone regeneration!

Read the full study here >>https://www.hyperbaricmedicalsolutions.com/hubfs/Effectiveness%20of%20Hyperbaric%20Oxygen%20Therapy%20For%20Treatment%20of%20Postmenopaulsal%20Osteoporosis%20-%20Katz%20-%20Case%20Report.pdf

With springtime blooming comes the increased risk of encountering ticks, carriers of Lyme disease.

Did you know Lyme disease thrives in low oxygen environments? However, there's hope! Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) floods the system with oxygen, directly targeting the microaerophile nature of Lyme bacteria.

Recent Research on the Effectiveness of HBOT on Patients with Lyme Disease:
🔬 A case report titled “Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy as an Effective Adjunctive Treatment for Chronic Lyme Disease” explains that, “inhibiting bacterial metabolic functions by increasing the generation of oxygen-free radicals, enhancing leukocytes to kill bacteria by facilitating the oxygen-dependent peroxidase system, and improving the oxygen-dependent transport of certain antibiotics, have been determined to be efficacious.”

HBOT helps patients with lyme disease by:
✅ Directly killing Lyme bacterium
✅ Decreasing inflammation
✅ Improving immune system function
✅ Working synergistically with antibiotics

Learn more about how HBOT is used for treating lyme disease> https://www.hyperbaricmedicalsolutions.com/conditions/covered/lyme-disease

HBOT induces gene expression! 🧬🧬🧬

A 2021 study reported that HBOT was found to induce messenger RNA molecule changes in whole-blood samples from healthy aging subjects. He reported 1342 genes up-regulated and 570 genes down-regulated.

The implications of these findings are far-reaching. By influencing gene expression, HBOT may have the potential to:
✨ Promote healthy aging
✨ Enhance inflammation resolution
✨ Improve stress resilience

While further research is needed to fully elucidate the mechanisms by which HBOT influences gene expression and its long-term effects on health, this study provides a compelling foundation for exploring the therapeutic potential of HBOT in promoting overall health and well-being.

REFERENCE:
Hadanny, Amir, et al. "Hyperbaric oxygen therapy induces transcriptome changes in elderly: a prospective trial." Aging (Albany NY) 13.22 (2021): 24511.l

In recognition of Women's Health Month, we're thrilled to shine a spotlight on Rosemary Byrne, MSN, ANP-BC, ACHRN, our Clinical Director of Hyperbaric Medical Solutions New England. Rosemary is at the forefront of utilizing Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) to address a myriad of health issues facing women.

Rosemary's expertise and dedication to advancing women's health have been instrumental in harnessing the therapeutic benefits of HBO to empower women in their health journeys. Thank you Rosemary for your unwavering commitment to women's well-being and for pioneering innovative solutions to enhance women's health outcomes!

In recognition of Women's Health Month, we're thrilled to shine a spotlight on Rosemary Byrne, MSN, ANP-BC, ACHRN, our Clinical Director of Hyperbaric Medical Solutions New England. Rosemary is at the forefront of utilizing Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) to address a myriad of health issues facing women.

Rosemary's expertise and dedication to advancing women's health have been instrumental in harnessing the therapeutic benefits of HBO to empower women in their health journeys. Thank you Rosemary for your unwavering commitment to women's well-being and for pioneering innovative solutions to enhance women's health outcomes!

May is Women's Health Month! There are so many outstanding benefits HBOT can have for women. Learn more about how HBOT can support women's health in this post. ❤️

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There are a number of factors that contribute to the cost for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy:

1️⃣ Type of Condition - FDA has recognized a limited number of conditions, known as "on-label" conditions, which are generally covered by insurance.
2️⃣ Place of Service - The type of clinic you receive care at will have a big impact on the cost to the patient. Hospitals generally have greater out-of-pocket fees than private clinics.
3️⃣ Care Plan - Condition and symptom severity will determine the number of sessions prescribed by the consulting provider.

At Hyperbaric Medical Solutions, our mission is to provide personalized care to enhance the quality of life and well-being of our patients. We make sure to provide the best to customize packages that fit our patients needs.

We accept most major insurances. We offer prompt-pay discounts, and financing options like CareCredit if your HBOT treatment is NOT covered by insurance.

See how HBOT will benefit you and your healthcare needs. Talk to one of our patient coordinator. Click our website for more information >>> https://www.hyperbaricmedicalsolutions.com/hbot-therapy

In 2021 Hadanny reported that HBOT was found to induce messenger RNA molecule changes in whole-blood samples from healthy aging subjects. He reported 1342 genes up-regulated and 570 genes down-regulated.

Hadanny, Amir, et al. "Hyperbaric oxygen therapy induces transcriptome changes in elderly: a prospective trial." Aging (Albany NY) 13.22 (2021): 24511.l

HBOT benefits patients with Ulcerative Colitis in the following ways:
✅ Reduces inflammation
✅ Decreases swelling
✅ Increases oxygen levels in plasma and tissues

Learn more about HBOT benefits for Ulcerative Colitis patients on our website: https://www.hyperbaricmedicalsolutions.com/conditions/non-covered/ulcerative-colitis

HBOT & Pain Management:
In one study, HBOT was as effective as aspirin in relieving the arthritis-like symptoms (Wilson et al., 2007).

In another study, mice were injected with carrageenan, a chemical that induces arthritis-like pain and swelling - the amount of swelling decreased with hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

And, in a randomized controlled trial of patients with fibromyalgia suggested that HBOT could decrease the pain threshold and number of tender points in as little as one session.

When our patients leave us notes 😍 😍

Our recent Open House in Randolph was a great success. We love gatheting with community and were happy to show off our newly renovated New England Clinic.

1. Rosemary Byrne - Medical Director of New England & Dr. Katz - HMS National Medical Director
2. The clinical team at HMS New England with Rosemary & Dr. Katz
3. Our 2 *NEW* monoplace chambers
4. Dr. Katz operating our multiplace chamber
5. Inside our multiplace chamber
6 & 7. Attendee's mingling inside the new space
8. The beautiful welcome desk at HMS New England

Learn more about HMS New England: https://www.hyperbaricmedicalsolutions.com/locations/new-england

In 1662, British physician Hank Henshaw invented the first hyperbaric chamber called "Domicilium." Using organ bellows, he pumped ambient air into the airtight vessel.

Henshaw conducted experiments with varying atmospheric pressures and found that reducing chamber pressure provided relief for individuals with chronic illnesses, while increased pressure benefited those with acute disorders.

His invention marked the beginning of scientific exploration in hyperbaric oxygen medicine and served as a successful model for other pioneers in the field.

Let's give a huge thanks to Hank Henshaw for his revolutionary discovery. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Like if you agree!

The results showed ejection fraction—the amount of blood pumped by the left ventricle—increased, while left ventricular end systolic volume—post-contraction blood volume—decreased. http://bit.ly/33qDIxU

The results of the study were profound: The majority of patients experienced significant improvements with hyperbaric oxygen therapy—with several participants’ openings completely healing. Click the link to learn more: http://bit.ly/39qfHsK

“Hyperbaric oxygen therapy appears to improve left ventricular function, especially in the apical segments, and is associated with better cardiac performance,” the study concluded. “If our results are confirmed in further studies, HBOT can be used in many patients with heart failure and systolic dysfunction.” http://bit.ly/2U8f80w

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Improves Myocardial Function, Finds New Study New study concludes hyperbaric oxygen therapy improves cardiac performance in asymptomatic patients.

Information about the effect of hyperbaric oxygenation on echocardiographic parameters in asymptomatic patients is limited, so Dr. Marina Leitman, head of the echocardiography unit and non-invasive cardiology service at Israel’s Shamir Medical Center, along with several other colleagues, conducted a study to learn more. The results, detailed in their paper “The Effect of Hyperbaric Oxygenation Therapy on Myocardial Function,” published in the January 2020 edition of The International Journal of Cardiovascular Imaging, found HBOT has beneficial effects on myocardial function—the heart’s ability to contract as a muscle. http://bit.ly/2vphnnE

“Evidence suggests that Crohn's patients suffer immune dysregulation and intestinal barrier dysfunction,” explains Dr. Alan Katz. “Hyperbaric oxygen can be used to lower inflammation and oxidative stress. Inflammatory cytokines, including TNF-alpha and Interleukins 1, 6 and 8 are markedly decreased. This coupled with the release of STEM cells in the hyperbaric environment make HBOT a great option. This new study strongly suggests a positive benefit.” http://bit.ly/2Ijc4cr