Hyperbaric oxygen therapy may help athletes at all skill levels heal more
quickly and get back to their favorite pursuit. Many sports injuries involve
strains and sprains, which naturally cause swelling and edema (accumulation
of excess fluid in connective tissue). These natural reactions to injury
compress blood vessels and restrict the vital flow of oxygen-carrying plasma
and red blood cells to the injury site. Cells and tissues surrounding the
injury site become starved for oxygen, which impedes healing. In extreme
cases, cell and tissue death can occur. HBOT may promote faster healing in
common sports injuries such as:
- High Ankle Sprains
- Fractures
- Pulled Muscles
- Achilles Tendinitis