What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy involves breathing oxygen in a pressurised environment. During a session, the increased atmospheric pressure allows the lungs to take in a higher concentration of oxygen than would be possible at normal air pressure. This oxygen-enriched air is then carried throughout the body via the bloodstream.
Our Chamber Is Mild Hyperbaric, Pressurised to 1.5 ATA
Sessions take place in a mild hyperbaric chamber pressurised to a maximum of 1.5 ATA, or 1.5 atmospheres absolute. That is roughly one and a half times the air pressure at sea level, similar to being around five metres below the surface.
Pressures below 2.0 ATA are generally described as mild hyperbaric therapy. This sits at the gentler end of the hyperbaric range and is offered here as a wellness and recovery treatment rather than a hospital-based medical intervention.
HBOT at Body Limits may be of interest if you are looking for recovery-focused wellness treatments to sit alongside an active lifestyle or rehabilitation programme, you want to explore non-invasive wellness options as part of a broader health and wellbeing routine, or you are interested in how oxygen-focused therapies may support your general physical recovery and sense of wellbeing. A consultation is carried out before your first session to confirm that HBOT is appropriate for your situation.
What to Expect From an HBOT Session at Body Limits
Before your first session, your practitioner will carry out a brief consultation to discuss your health history, your goals and any factors that may affect suitability. You will receive a clear explanation of what the session involves, what you will experience during it and any guidance you need for before and after.
During the session, you will be comfortably positioned inside the hyperbaric chamber. You will breathe normally while the chamber is pressurised to the appropriate level. Sessions are designed to be comfortable and relaxing. The duration of each session and the recommended number of sessions will be discussed during your consultation based on your individual goals and circumstances.
After your session, your practitioner will advise on hydration and any relevant post-session guidance. HBOT is available as a standalone treatment or as part of a wider wellness or recovery programme at Body Limits.
How HBOT May Support Your Wellbeing
HBOT is offered at Body Limits as a wellness-positioned recovery treatment. Clients who include it as part of their recovery and wellbeing routine often describe a sense of restoration following sessions. It is a non-invasive, passive treatment that requires no physical effort and is generally well-tolerated. As part of a broader programme at Body Limits, it can sit comfortably alongside clinical rehabilitation, physical training and other wellness services as a supportive addition to your overall approach to physical health.
HBOT at Body Limits
Every session takes place in a supervised clinical environment, in a mild hyperbaric chamber operating at up to 1.5 ATA. A consultation always comes first, to confirm the treatment is suitable, appropriate and comfortable for you.
Where it makes sense, HBOT can sit alongside other services at the clinic as part of a broader recovery or wellness plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HBOT a medical treatment?
HBOT is generally considered safe when delivered in a supervised environment and by trained practitioners. A consultation is carried out before your first session to identify any contraindications and confirm suitability.
Who is HBOT suitable for?
HBOT may not be appropriate for everyone. Suitability is assessed during your initial consultation. If it is not the right fit for your situation, your practitioner will be straightforward with you and suggest alternatives.
How many sessions will I need?
This depends on your goals and how HBOT fits into your wider wellness routine. Your practitioner will discuss a recommended approach during your consultation.
Do I need a consultation before my first session?
Yes. A brief consultation is always carried out before your first HBOT session to confirm suitability and answer any questions you have about the treatment.
What does an HBOT session feel like?
Most clients find HBOT sessions comfortable and relaxing. As the chamber is pressurised, you may notice a sensation similar to the feeling experienced during an aeroplane take-off or landing, which usually settles quickly. Once at the required pressure, you can simply relax and breathe normally for the remainder of the session while the treatment takes place.
Find Out More About HBOT at Body Limits
If you are interested in hyperbaric oxygen therapy as part of your recovery or wellness routine, speak to the Body Limits team. We will talk you through the treatment, answer your questions honestly and help you decide whether it is the right fit for you.