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FAQs
Have questions about hyperbaric oxygen therapy? Here are clear answers about how it works, what to expect, safety, session length, pricing, and common reasons people use HBOT.
Common Questions
What is hyperbaric oxygen therapy?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, often called HBOT, is a treatment where you breathe concentrated oxygen inside a pressurized chamber. The added pressure helps your body absorb more oxygen than it can under normal conditions.
That oxygen travels through the bloodstream and may support tissue repair, circulation, inflammation response, cellular function, and the body’s natural healing process.
That oxygen travels through the bloodstream and may support tissue repair, circulation, inflammation response, cellular function, and the body’s natural healing process.
Why use pressure instead of just breathing more oxygen?
Pressure changes how your body absorbs oxygen. At higher altitudes, lower pressure makes it harder for your body to absorb oxygen. Hyperbaric therapy works in the opposite direction by increasing pressure, which helps your body absorb more oxygen.
When increased pressure is combined with concentrated oxygen, more oxygen can circulate through the blood and reach tissues that may need support.
When increased pressure is combined with concentrated oxygen, more oxygen can circulate through the blood and reach tissues that may need support.
What is the difference between regular and mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy?
Traditional hospital-based hyperbaric oxygen therapy often uses higher pressure and 100% oxygen for specific medical conditions. Mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy uses lower pressure and concentrated oxygen in a more accessible clinic setting.
Fresh Start Hyperbaric provides mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy. It is commonly used by clients for recovery, wellness, brain health, inflammation support, athletic recovery, and long-term maintenance.
Fresh Start Hyperbaric provides mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy. It is commonly used by clients for recovery, wellness, brain health, inflammation support, athletic recovery, and long-term maintenance.
Do doctors use hyperbaric oxygen therapy?
Yes. Hospitals and medical centers use hyperbaric oxygen therapy for certain approved medical conditions, often in hard chambers or hyperbaric rooms.
Mild hyperbaric clinics make a lower-pressure version of the therapy more accessible for people exploring recovery, wellness, and supportive care. Hyperbaric therapy should not replace care from your doctor or specialist.
Mild hyperbaric clinics make a lower-pressure version of the therapy more accessible for people exploring recovery, wellness, and supportive care. Hyperbaric therapy should not replace care from your doctor or specialist.
Is hyperbaric oxygen therapy new?
No. Hyperbaric therapy has a long history and has been used in different forms for many years. It became more widely known through its use in diving medicine, hospital settings, wound care, and recovery-related applications.
Today, many people are also exploring mild hyperbaric therapy for wellness, recovery, and long-term health support.
Today, many people are also exploring mild hyperbaric therapy for wellness, recovery, and long-term health support.
Treatment & Session Questions
How long does each treatment last?
A typical mild hyperbaric chamber session lasts about 60–90 minutes. At Fresh Start Hyperbaric, dives are typically 1 hour unless otherwise discussed.
What does it feel like?
Most clients find sessions calm and comfortable. At the beginning of treatment, you may feel pressure in your ears, similar to flying or driving through elevation changes.
As pressure releases at the end of the session, your ears may pop naturally. Many clients read, rest, nap, or listen to music during treatment.
As pressure releases at the end of the session, your ears may pop naturally. Many clients read, rest, nap, or listen to music during treatment.
How should I prepare for my first treatment?
Wear clean, loose cotton clothing. Avoid cosmetics, perfumes, deodorants, wigs, jewelry, or heavily scented products before your session.
It is also recommended to avoid alcohol and carbonated drinks for at least four hours before treatment. If you smoke or use tobacco, it is best to avoid it during your treatment period because tobacco can interfere with oxygen transport.
It is also recommended to avoid alcohol and carbonated drinks for at least four hours before treatment. If you smoke or use tobacco, it is best to avoid it during your treatment period because tobacco can interfere with oxygen transport.
How many treatments do I need?
That depends on your goals, health history, and how your body responds. Some clients use hyperbaric therapy for short-term recovery, while others use it consistently for chronic concerns, brain health, athletic recovery, or long-term wellness.
Many clients begin with multiple sessions per week for several weeks, then move into a maintenance rhythm.
Many clients begin with multiple sessions per week for several weeks, then move into a maintenance rhythm.
Can I do just one session?
Yes. Single dives are available if you want to try hyperbaric therapy before choosing a package.
That said, hyperbaric therapy is usually most effective when done consistently over time, which is why packages are often recommended for recovery or wellness goals.
That said, hyperbaric therapy is usually most effective when done consistently over time, which is why packages are often recommended for recovery or wellness goals.
Safety Questions
Is hyperbaric oxygen therapy safe?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is generally well tolerated under proper supervision. The most common side effect is temporary ear pressure or mild ear discomfort caused by pressure changes.
We review basic safety considerations before starting and can answer questions before your first session.
We review basic safety considerations before starting and can answer questions before your first session.
Are there any risks or side effects?
The most common side effect is ear pressure, similar to what some people experience during air travel. This usually resolves quickly when pressure is released.
If you have lung concerns, ear or sinus issues, recent surgery, seizure history, untreated pneumothorax, or are currently receiving medical treatment, speak with your healthcare provider before starting.
If you have lung concerns, ear or sinus issues, recent surgery, seizure history, untreated pneumothorax, or are currently receiving medical treatment, speak with your healthcare provider before starting.
Is hyperbaric therapy safe for children?
Hyperbaric therapy may be used with children in some situations, but a parent or guardian should speak with a healthcare provider first. Safety depends on the child’s health history, goals, comfort level, and ability to tolerate pressure changes.
Who should talk with a doctor before starting?
You should speak with your healthcare provider first if you have an active medical condition, lung concerns, ear or sinus problems, recent surgery, seizure history, untreated pneumothorax, or questions about whether HBOT is appropriate for you.
Hyperbaric therapy should not replace your current medical care.
Hyperbaric therapy should not replace your current medical care.
Conditions & Benefits Questions
What medical conditions does hyperbaric oxygen therapy support?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is used in different ways depending on the setting, equipment, pressure level, and provider. In hospitals, HBOT is used for certain approved medical conditions. In mild hyperbaric clinics, many clients explore it for recovery, wellness, and supportive care.
People commonly ask about HBOT for brain health, TBI, stroke recovery support, chronic fatigue, inflammation, wound healing, injury recovery, athletic recovery, and healthy aging.
People commonly ask about HBOT for brain health, TBI, stroke recovery support, chronic fatigue, inflammation, wound healing, injury recovery, athletic recovery, and healthy aging.
Can I benefit from hyperbaric therapy if I do not have a medical condition?
Yes. Many clients use hyperbaric therapy for general wellness, energy, mental clarity, recovery, athletic performance, and healthy aging.
You do not need to have a specific medical condition to explore hyperbaric therapy as part of a proactive wellness routine.
You do not need to have a specific medical condition to explore hyperbaric therapy as part of a proactive wellness routine.
Can hyperbaric therapy help with brain fog or mental clarity?
Many clients explore hyperbaric therapy to support brain health, focus, mental clarity, and cognitive wellness. Oxygen plays an important role in brain function, and HBOT may help support oxygen delivery and recovery processes.
Individual experiences vary.
Individual experiences vary.
Can hyperbaric therapy support injury recovery?
Many clients use hyperbaric therapy to support recovery after injury, surgery, physical strain, wounds, or soft tissue stress. Oxygen is important for tissue repair, circulation, and healing.
HBOT should not replace medical care, physical therapy, or your provider’s treatment plan.
HBOT should not replace medical care, physical therapy, or your provider’s treatment plan.
Can hyperbaric therapy help with chronic inflammation or fatigue?
Some clients explore HBOT for chronic fatigue, inflammation, discomfort, and long-term wellness support. Improved oxygen availability may help support cellular recovery, circulation, and the body’s natural healing process.
For chronic or complex health concerns, speak with your healthcare provider before starting.
For chronic or complex health concerns, speak with your healthcare provider before starting.
Pricing & Package Questions
How much does a single dive cost?
A single dive is $75.
Single dives are a good option if you want to try hyperbaric therapy before choosing a package.
Single dives are a good option if you want to try hyperbaric therapy before choosing a package.
What package options are available?
Fresh Start Hyperbaric offers the following hyperbaric dive packages:
- 15 dives: $1,050
- 22 dives: $1,430
- 40 dives: $2,200
- 80 dives: $4,000
Dives are typically 1 hour.
- 15 dives: $1,050
- 22 dives: $1,430
- 40 dives: $2,200
- 80 dives: $4,000
Dives are typically 1 hour.
Can dives be shared with family members?
Yes. Dives may be shared with family members.
Do you offer membership plans?
Yes. Please ask about available membership plans.
Do you match competitor pricing?
Yes. Fresh Start Hyperbaric will match any competitor’s price. A competitor flyer is required.
Additional Wellness Services
Do you offer sauna sessions?
Yes. Sauna sessions are available for $2 per minute.
Do you offer Nanovi sessions?
Yes. Nanovi sessions are available for $3 per minute.
Do you offer massage lounger sessions?
Yes. Massage lounger sessions are available for $2 per minute.
Do you offer vibration board sessions?
Yes. Vibration board sessions are available for $1 per minute.
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