Surgery is a process that causes certain trauma to the body. Whether it is a minor surgery or not, postoperative recovery is crucial to human body. However, the recovery process after surgery is often accompanied by problems such as poor wound healing and edema. During this process, Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment (HBOT), as an auxiliary therapy , has gradually received attention and become an effective method to promote recovery after surgery.
Hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) is a therapy in which the patient is placed in a completely sealed pressured chamber and inhaled pure oxygen in an environment with a higher than conventional air pressure (higher than 1.3 absolute atmospheres). The main purpose of HBOT is to accelerate the body’s self-repair process by increasing blood oxygen concentration, promoting the dissolution of oxygen in the blood, and increasing the oxygen content of tissues, thereby enhancing the oxygen content of tissues. HBOT also applies physical principles to increase oxygen dissolved in blood plasma.
In our normal atmosphere on earth, only 21% is oxygen. Under normal circumstances, this oxygen content is enough for the body to use properly; however, when the body needs to repair wounds and fight diseases, more oxygen is needed. The 21% of oxygen appears to be insufficient. Plus, when we lack exercise or the body gradually ages, the body’s blood circulation begins to decline, and oxygen cannot be brought to the end at all, causing cells to begin to age and hence wound repair to slow down. At this time, HBOT may be your good helper.
Hyperbaric oxygen treatment can effectively transport oxygen throughout the body and blood plasma, promote body metabolism, supplement the oxygen supply in cells, assist the body heal naturally and regulate the immune system.
HBOT can promote blood flow, assist the formation of new blood vessels, and enhance cell regeneration. This can speed up wound healing after surgery and reduce scarring.
After surgery, tissues may experience swelling due to fluid retention. HBOT can improve microcirculation, help eliminate excess fluid, and thereby reduce swelling, allowing for faster recovery for patients.
Increasing oxygen supply can inhibit the growth of anaerobic bacteria, reduce the risk of postoperative infections, and ensure that wounds can heal in a better environment.
HBOT can also effectively reduce postoperative pain and let patients be more comfortable during the recovery process.
HBOT is particularly suitable after the following types of surgeries. Postoperative patients often experience issues such as swelling (edema), wound pain, and poor wound healing. Hyperbaric oxygen treatment can effectively improve these conditions and promote stable recovery.
After rhinoplasty, swelling and bruising often occur. HBOT can effectively reduce these discomforts and promote wound healing.
The areas after liposuction often experience swelling and pain. HBOT can help reduce edema and accelerate recovery.
After a facelift surgery, swelling and pain may occur in the facial area. Hyperbaric oxygen treatment can accelerate recovery and alleviate discomfort.
After breast augmentation surgery, there may be swelling and discomfort in the chest area. HBOT can improve blood circulation and promote healing.
In skin reconstruction surgeries caused by burns or severe accidents, hyperbaric oxygen treatment can enhance the oxygen supply to wounds, promote healing, and reduce the risk of infection.
Swelling and pain may occur in the mouth after this type of surgery, and hyperbaric oxygen treatment can help reduce symptoms and promote healing.
After surgeries performed under general anesthesia, such as abdominal or knee surgeries, patients typically experience significant pain and swelling. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy can accelerate recovery and reduce pain.
Fracture repair or bone transplantation, hip or knee replacement surgery, etc. may cause swelling and slow recovery after surgery. Hyperbaric oxygen can promote blood circulation and help improve the oxygen supply and healing of bone tissue.
Hyperbaric oxygen treatment can enhance blood circulation, which is beneficial for vascular reconstruction surgery or vein grafting.
After tumors are removed from the body, hyperbaric oxygen can help improve recovery and reduce tissue damage caused by chemotherapy.
After high-energy or beauty treatments that has recovery period, laser beauty, acid peels, etc., redness and swelling may occur. Hyperbaric oxygen can help reduce inflammation and promote skin repair.
While hyperbaric oxygen treatment is beneficial for recovery after most surgeries, there are some situations where its use is not recommended.
The following are some procedures or conditions for which HBOT is not recommended.
It is recommended to consult medical professional first and discuss the potential benefits and risks in detail before use.
1. ENT (Ear-Nose-Thorat) Surgery
After certain ear surgeries, HBOT may cause ear pressure issues, leading to discomfort or further damage.
2. Ophthalmic Surgery
HBOT may lead to increased intraocular pressure, which can be detrimental to recovery.
3. Unhealed fracture or osteomyelitis
In certain cases, HBOT may cause bone marrow lesions in patients with non-healing fractures or osteomyelitis.
4. Certain lung conditions
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy may increase lung risks in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or pneumothorax.
5. Patients with history of epilepsy
HBOT may trigger seizures in patients with a history of epilepsy and should therefore be considered with caution in patients with a history of epilepsy.
6. Pregnant woman
While hyperbaric oxygen treatment is considered safe in most of the cases, it is generally recommended to be avoided in pregnant women due to potential risks.
7. Certain infectious diseases
For patients with active tuberculosis or other infectious diseases, hyperbaric oxygen treatment may increase the risk of infection.
Hyperbaric oxygen Treatment has many benefits for body repair. If you still need to pay attention to the following points:
Professional medical Team
Choose a place with safety certification and experience to perform hyperbaric oxygen treatment to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Individual evaluation
To encounter each user’s different situation and requirement, we will tailor made the treatment plans to individual needs.
Follow the instuctions from Doctor
During treatment period, please follow the advise from doctor, and elevate regularly to ensure the best treatment result.
HBOT can be used after surgery or aesthetic treatments, which is effectively assisting in postoperative wound repair and accelerate swelling, increase blood oxygen level, improve fatigue and stress, promote tissue repair, increase metabolism, and improve sleep quality.
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