The field of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) has witnessed significant advancements in treating military veterans, particularly those grappling with mental wounds. This therapy's potential extends beyond veterans, igniting discussions about its applicability to a wider range of individuals. As we delve into the positive impact...
Unlike acute pain, with chronic pain, the pain persists beyond the duration of the injury or initial onset of a condition. On many occasions for no known reason, this pain persists and doesn't really go away. It can be constant or intermittent and last for...
At Progressive Rehabilitation Medicine, we don't only suggest our services because it's what we offer, we suggest them because we use them ourselves, and have seen the whys and hows, of its effectiveness. Our ARNP, Emily, is an avid athlete. She uses Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)...
Concussions are among the most dangerous injuries suffered by football players, mainly due to the fact that it can lead to more traumatic brain injuries. Other sports injuries may include, injuries to the neck and spinal column can lead to chronic conditions. Pinched nerves tend to...
More and more research is coming out supporting the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). The premise is quite simply explained. The brain is hurt. The brain needs oxygen and doesn't want to be inflamed. HBOT increases the oxygen in the blood...
There are case studies and trials that both support and dispute the use of HBOT for various things. What we do know is that HBOT helps the body heal. It hyper-oxygenates cells and decreases inflammation. Concussion or mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI), is when the brain is hurt. It...