Infection and Immune Support
Understanding immunity and infections
Infections, particularly those resistant to conventional treatments, can be difficult to overcome. At Under Pressure, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) offers a powerful treatment to enhance your immune response, fight infections, and promote faster healing. Whether you're dealing with chronic osteomyelitis, necrotizing infections, or other complex conditions, HBOT can significantly improve your recovery.
What is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)?
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a non-invasive treatment in which you breathe 100% oxygen in a pressurized chamber at 2.0ATA or greater pressure. This increase in oxygen helps reduce inflammation, balance the immune system, and promote the repair of damaged tissues, providing relief from chronic symptoms associated with inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Conditions Treated:
- Necrotizing Fasciitis:
- Impact: Known as "flesh-eating disease," this severe bacterial infection rapidly destroys tissues beneath the skin, requiring immediate treatment.
- How HBOT Helps: HBOT inhibits anaerobic bacteria, reduces swelling, improves antibiotic efficacy, and accelerates tissue repair.
- Chronic Osteomyelitis:
- Impact: A persistent bone infection resistant to antibiotics, causing inflammation, bone destruction, and chronic pain.
- How HBOT Helps: HBOT enhances oxygen delivery to the infected bone, improving white blood cell activity and boosting antibiotic effectiveness to eliminate the infection.
- Gas Gangrene (Clostridial Myonecrosis):
- Impact: A life-threatening condition where bacteria produce toxins that destroy tissues and generate gas within muscles.
- How HBOT Helps: HBOT neutralizes Clostridium bacteria, reduces toxin production, and supports surgical and antibiotic treatments.
- Severe Skin and Soft Tissue Infections:
- Impact: Infections such as cellulitis or abscesses that spread rapidly and cause significant tissue damage.
- How HBOT Helps: HBOT enhances oxygenation, reduces inflammation, boosts the immune response, and speeds up recovery.
- Non-Healing Infected Wounds:
- Impact: Chronic wounds complicated by infections that resist conventional treatment.
- How HBOT Helps: HBOT improves oxygen levels in infected areas, helping destroy bacteria and promoting healing in stubborn wounds.
- Complicated Diabetic Infections:
- Impact: Diabetic infections, particularly in the feet, can be hard to treat due to poor circulation, leading to chronic wounds and amputation risk.
- How HBOT Helps: HBOT enhances circulation, boosts immune response, and accelerates healing, helping preserve limb function and reduce complications.
How HBOT Works for Infection and Immune Support:
HBOT enhances the body’s natural ability to fight infections by:
- Boosting Immune Response: Increases white blood cell activity to help fight infections and clear bacteria.
- Enhancing Antibiotic Effectiveness: Improves antibiotic function by reducing the bacteria's ability to thrive in oxygen-enriched environments.
- Reducing Inflammation: Decreases swelling and pain, essential for managing infections and speeding recovery.
- Promoting Tissue Repair: Improves oxygen delivery to damaged tissues, accelerating the healing process and improving infection outcomes.
Why Choose Under Pressure for Infection and Immune Support?
Under Pressure uses cutting-edge Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy to treat severe infections and strengthen your immune system. Our experienced medical team provides personalized care to ensure the best possible outcomes for your recovery.
The treatment process
Initial Consultation
The initial consultation focuses on evaluating the extent of the infection and the patient’s overall health to determine if HBOT is suitable.
- Medical History Review: A comprehensive review of your health background, including any ongoing infections, immune challenges, and previous treatments.
- Condition Assessment: A detailed evaluation of the infection, including its location, severity, and resistance to conventional treatments.
- Treatment Goals: Establishing objectives such as enhancing immune response, reducing inflammation, and promoting faster tissue repair.
- Customized Plan Development: Based on the findings, we create a tailored HBOT treatment plan, including session frequency and complementary therapies to maximize effectiveness.
Treatment Process
- What to Expect During Your HBOT Sessions: Each HBOT session lasts about 60 to 120 minutes. You will relax in a pressurized chamber while breathing 100% pure oxygen during this time. You may feel a mild pressure in your ears, similar to airplane takeoff. This sensation is normal and will subside as your body adjusts.
- Session Frequency: The number of sessions required depends on the severity of your condition. Most patients undergo several sessions per week for several weeks. Your treatment plan will be customized to your unique health needs.
- After the Session: Many patients feel relaxed and energized after their HBOT sessions. You can return to your regular activities right after each treatment.
Preparing for Your HBOT Treatment
- Pre-Treatment Guidelines:
- Avoid smoking and caffeine 2 hours before treatment, as well as consuming alcohol for at least 12 hours before treatment.
- Consult with our team if you're taking medications to determine if any adjustments are needed.
- Stay hydrated, and eat something protein-rich before.
- Post-Treatment Care: You can return to your usual routine after each session. Hydrate well and avoid intense physical activity immediately after your session. Avoid flying for 12 hours and smoking for 2 hours.
Contraindications and Safety Information
- Who Should Avoid HBOT: HBOT is generally safe, but some individuals should avoid treatment.
Conditions that may exclude you from HBOT include:
- Untreated pneumothorax (collapsed lung)
- Certain types of lung disease, such as COPD with air-trapping
- Recent ear or sinus surgery
- Severe claustrophobia
Our medical team will thoroughly assess you before treatment to ensure HBOT is appropriate for you.
Expected Outcomes
- Healing Timeline: The timeline for recovery varies depending on the severity of your condition. Some patients notice improvement after just a few sessions, while others may need a full course of treatments for the best results.
- For Infection Recovery: Many patients see fewer infection symptoms and better wound healing after a few weeks of regular HBOT treatments.
- Long-Term Benefits: HBOT can strengthen the immune system, reduce chronic inflammation, and support long-term recovery. Regular treatments enhance resilience against future infections and promote overall health.
What our patients say
I had a wonderful experience at the salon. The hyperbaric oxygen therapy helped me with my chronic fatigue, and I noticed a significant boost in my energy levels.
The staff is attentive and made me feel comfortable throughout the process. I will definitely be recommending this place to my friends!
Jessica Wilson
As an athlete, I am always looking for ways to improve my performance and recovery. The hyperbaric oxygen therapy offered here has been a game changer for me. I feel more energized and my muscle soreness has decreased.
The team is professional and truly cares about their clients' well-being. I can't thank them enough!
David Brown
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has transformed my skincare routine. My complexion has improved dramatically, and I love how my skin feels. The salon's atmosphere is welcoming, and the staff is always ready to help.
I highly recommend this service to anyone looking to enhance their beauty regimen!
Emily Davis
I was skeptical at first, but after trying hyperbaric oxygen therapy at this salon, I am a believer! My recovery time after workouts has significantly decreased, and I feel more vibrant overall.
The environment is calming, and the team is dedicated to providing the best experience possible. I will definitely be returning!
Michael Smith
After my sessions at the salon, I feel rejuvenated and full of energy. The hyperbaric oxygen therapy has made a noticeable difference in my skin's appearance, and I can't recommend it enough!
The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, making each visit a pleasure. I always leave feeling refreshed and looking my best.
