Stroke is one of the leading causes of disability and death worldwide, and its prevalence is increasing among younger individuals. A recent study is showing there were 6.5 million stroke cases in India, accounting for 7.1% of total deaths in 2016.
This increase in stroke incidence has led to an increased need for effective treatment options. One such therapy that has been gaining traction in recent years is HBOT, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy works by providing increased oxygen levels to damaged brain tissue which helps it heal faster. The use of this therapy has been growing rapidly over the past few years as its effectiveness becomes more widely known and accepted.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a unique form of therapy that uses pressurized oxygen to help the body heal faster and more effectively. It has become increasingly popular as a treatment for stroke recovery due to its ability to improve brain function, reduce inflammation, and promote healthy blood flow.
During the procedure, the patient is placed in an environment or in an oxygen chamber with increased atmospheric pressure and breathes pure oxygen. This treatment has been used for years to treat a variety of medical conditions, but it has recently gained popularity as an effective treatment for stroke recovery. Through HBOT, patients can experience improved healing rates and quicker recovery times by breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber. Recent studies have shown that HBOT can stimulate the growth of new blood vessels, increase oxygen levels in the brain, reduce inflammation, and promote the regeneration of damaged tissue which helps the patient to attain better outcomes in their rehabilitation process.
HBOT works by increasing the amount of oxygen available in the bloodstream so that it can reach areas of the brain that are not getting enough oxygen due to impaired blood flow caused by stroke. This increased availability of oxygen helps stimulate healing processes in the brain, allowing for improved recovery from stroke-related impairments. HBOT has been found to be particularly effective in helping with motor function and language deficits, as well as improving the overall quality of life for those recovering from a stroke.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a medical treatment that involves the inhalation of oxygen in a pressurized chamber to help improve neurological functioning in stroke patients. The science behind HBOT is based on the idea that increased oxygen levels can help to regenerate damaged brain cells and tissue, stimulate new blood vessel growth, and improve nerve functioning. This makes it an ideal therapy for those who have suffered from stroke or other forms of neurological damage. By increasing the level of oxygen delivered to the brain, HBOT can help to reduce inflammation and improve neurological function. Studies have shown that when used in combination with physical therapy, speech therapy, cognitive therapy, etc. HBOT can significantly improve motor function, coordination, and balance for stroke survivors.
Maana Health has a committed team to support stroke survivors and their families. Maana combines cutting-edge technology with various evidence-based rehabilitation techniques. Maana Health offers a customized treatment program called Stroke and Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery Program’. Under this program, Maana Health covers a wide range of conditions such as:
- Post-stroke rehabilitation
- Traumatic brain injury rehabilitation
- Post-cerebrovascular accident rehabilitation
- Persistent post-concussive syndrome rehabilitation
- Etc.
Contact us to get more information about HBOT, and to know if your condition can be treated by hyperbaric oxygen therapy.