Hyperbaric Medical Center
Santa Barbara

HBOt / Pre & Post
Surgery Program
FOR THE OPTIMUM RECOVERY OF ANY TYPE OF SURGERY, INJURY, OR ANY OTHER COSMETIC PROCEDURE
PATIENTS THAT HAVE RECEIVED HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY BEFORE AND AFTER SURGERY
HAVE REPORTED LESS PAIN - LESS BRUISING - LESS SWELLING - LESS VISIBLE SCARS
AND LESS DOWNTIME.
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The use of hyperbaric oxygen Before & After surgery can reduce the healing time by up to 50% and it will reduce significantly the possibility of complications
Multiple studies have been published testifying the remarkable healing of wounds with hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOt).
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It is one of the best anti-inflammatory therapies, reducing the pain and discomfort sooner, preventing the skin from stretching out with the edema that frequently affects skin elasticity, mainly in really mature skin.
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It helps the recovery of nerve function after surgical injury.
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It reduces the possibility of bad scarring by normalizing collagen production & fibroblast proliferation that are critical in the wound healing, repair & rejuvenation process.
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It accelerates the revascularization of ischemic tissues, optimizing the cellular level of oxygen delivery. Considering that re-vascularization is a crucial aspect to prevent complications during any injury or surgery, therefore improves post-surgery tissue & nerve repair.
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Prevents infections by interfering with microbial, viral, or fungal growth, plus enhancing antibiotic results.
HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY CAN REDUCE HEALING TIME
There is scientific evidence that suggests that pre-surgery stress alters the functioning of the body's endocrine and immune systems. These changes affect the release of an important chemical in the brain, which in turn affects wound healing and other post-surgery processes.
When oxygen is under pressure, it acts like a drug and has positive effects on the components of each cell, bringing permanent change within the cell and surrounding tissues. Steps can be taken to help prepare a person for surgery and reduce post-surgery complications while promoting a quick recovery.
Multiple factors will determine how quickly you will recover from surgery or any injury, Like age, health, chronic medical conditions, smoking history, poor blood circulation, low immunity, etc.
HBOt can have a profound impact on recovery factors, removing the barriers to healing, and helping to prevent complications, reducing the severity of conditions that develop over time.
"Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a wonderful tool in a comprehensive wound-healing program"
Our surgery Program protocol includes:
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1 or 2 sessions of Hyperbaric oxygen BEFORE surgery are highly recommended, it helps the body for immediate healing response.
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5 or more sessions of HBOt AFTER surgery. Surgeons will evaluate each case individually.
HBOt is highly recommended for:
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The recovery of any type of injury.
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Plastic & reconstructive surgery (face or body).
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Liposuction - Tummy tuck - Breast implants.
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Skin Laser Tx. - Microdermabrasion - Microneedling - Collagen induction therapy .
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PRP skin therapy - chemical peelings - Fractora - FaceTite procedure - Ultherapy
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Skin fillers - anti-aging injections - stem cell stimulation.
NOTE: Patients with a smoking history or heavy alcohol intake can be required to complete a full series of HBOt sessions before and after surgery, to prevent healing complications. Every case will be evaluated individually.