Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a medically supervised treatment where you breathe 100% oxygen inside a pressurized chamber. The increased pressure helps dissolve more oxygen into your plasma so it can reach areas with poor circulation and support healing. At Mitogenesis in Scottsdale, our team uses HBOT within personalized plans to help reduce inflammation, promote tissue repair and steady energy.
Sessions are closely monitored for comfort and safety; most people rest or read while the chamber runs. Because biology and goals differ, we begin with a thorough intake and review of your history, medications and labs to determine whether HBOT is appropriate and how it may fit alongside other oxygen/hydrogen therapies.
While individual responses vary, patients often describe clearer thinking and quicker recovery as their plan progresses. If you are navigating chronic wounds, post-infection fatigue, radiation effects or inflammatory conditions, we can help you evaluate if HBOT may be a supportive addition to your care pathway.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy involves entering a pressurized chamber with increased levels of oxygen. This therapy offers numerous benefits for people with various chronic conditions, including cancer, autoimmune diseases, mold toxicity, Lyme disease, biotoxin exposure, and long COVID.
What is hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), and how does it work?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) works by inhaling pure oxygen (100%) inside a pressurized chamber, allowing the body to absorb much more oxygen than it would under normal conditions.
High blood pressure
You are inside a special chamber where the air pressure is 2 times greater than normal atmospheric pressure.
Deep oxygenation
Oxygen dissolves not only in red blood cells but also directly in plasma, tissues, organs, and body fluids.
Benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy supports immune function, reduces inflammation, stimulates tissue regeneration, and improves cellular energy. It promotes overall well-being and accelerates healing in multiple systems of the body.
HBOT can often reduce symptoms in many people, depending on the type of inflammatory response. Changes in pressure and oxygen levels affect every cell in the body.
Since all cells require oxygen/nutrients to produce energy, and since disease processes thrive in environments poor in oxygen/nutrients, HBOT promotes the body's natural defenses to reduce or eliminate the inflammatory processes/responses that devastate the health of suffering individuals.
For people involved in wellness and disease prevention, HBOT could be incorporated as part of a lifestyle program, which perfectly integrates with the ideas found in the field of regenerative medicine and many other disciplines.
Safety, side effects & contraindications
HBOT is generally well tolerated when medically supervised. Temporary ear/sinus pressure, fatigue or mild headache can occur. Rare risks include barotrauma or oxygen toxicity. We screen for contraindications (certain lung conditions, untreated pneumothorax, specific medications) and tailor pressure, time and frequency to your needs.
HBOT vs. other oxygen therapies
- HBOT: pressurized chamber; higher tissue oxygen via plasma; typical session ~60–90 minutes.
- Hydroxy/Hydrogen-based therapies: non-pressurized inhalation; antioxidant/anti-inflammatory aims; often adjunctive.
- When we choose each: based on goals, tolerance and labs within your plan.
Common medical conditions treated by HBOT in Arizona
HBOT is used to treat various conditions, from acute illnesses to critical ones. Some of the most common medical conditions that are treated are:
- Sports and muscle injuries
- Chronic wounds (diabetic, radiation-induced)
- Severe infections (such as gas gangrene)
- Mild brain injury (TBI) strokes
- Fibromyalgia, Lyme, and autism (off-label use)
The science behind oxygen pressure and healing
Under normal conditions, oxygen is primarily transported by red blood cells throughout the body; when entering a hyperbaric chamber, oxygen dissolves directly in the plasma, allowing it to reach damaged tissues with very low circulation.
Upon reaching tissues that require it, the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis) is increased and collagen production is accelerated, which promotes healing. Similarly, it can have an antibacterial effect and help reduce inflammation and edema, among other benefits.
Is hyperbaric oxygen therapy safe and FDA-approved?
The FDA has approved HBOT for multiple medical conditions. Under medical supervision, HBOT is considered a safe treatment. Some possible side effects include:
- Pressure in the ears or sinuses
- Temporary blurred vision
- Fatigue
- In extreme cases: oxygen toxicity or barotrauma (very rare).
Am I a suitable candidate for hyperbaric oxygen therapy?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy could be a transformative treatment for people suffering from chronic pain, chronic illnesses, cancer, autoimmune diseases, persistent injuries, frequent headaches and migraines, mold toxicity, Lyme disease, or biotoxin illness. Contact Dr. Mel at Mitogenesis in Scottsdale, AZ, for more information and to schedule an evaluation for this therapy.
Contact us
Experience the transformative potential of hyperbaric oxygen therapy at Mitogenesis. Contact Dr. Mel at 480-781-4800 or email mitogenesis@info.health to start your journey toward holistic healing and wellness in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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