Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Protocol
HBOT delivers oxygen at increased atmospheric pressure, dramatically increasing tissue oxygenation and triggering beneficial cellular responses. Research shows benefits for brain perfusion, wound healing, and potentially longevity through stem cell mobilization and telomere lengthening.
Expected Outcome
Improved cerebral blood flow, stem cell mobilization
How to Do It
Choose appropriate pressure
Soft chambers: 1.3 ATA. Medical chambers: 1.5-2.0 ATA. Higher pressures require supervision.
Protocol selectionInitial intensive protocol
40 sessions over 8-12 weeks (1 hour at pressure, 5x weekly) for maximum therapeutic effect.
Initial 8-12 weeksMaintenance phase
After initial protocol, 1-2 sessions weekly maintains benefits.
OngoingEqualize ear pressure during compression
Yawn, swallow, or use Valsalva maneuver to equalize pressure as chamber pressurizes.
During pressure changesStay hydrated
Drink plenty of water before and after sessions to support oxygen transport.
Pre/post sessionResearch Evidence
This protocol is based on 2 peer-reviewed studies. Click any link to verify the research on PubMed.
HBOT and Telomere Length
Hachmo Y, et al. • Aging (2020)
Key Finding: HBOT (60 sessions) increased telomere length by >20% and decreased immunosenescent cells by up to 37% in aging adults.
HBOT and Cerebral Blood Flow
Hadanny A, et al. • Frontiers in Neurology (2021)
Key Finding: HBOT improved cerebral blood flow, brain microstructure, and cognitive function in healthy aging adults.
Implementation Tools & Resources
Deep Dive Resources
Safety Notes & Contraindications
- •Untreated pneumothorax
- •Certain chemotherapy drugs
- •High fever
- •Ear or sinus problems
- •Claustrophobia (for chamber)
- •Seizure disorders (relative)
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