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FAQ Frequently Asked Questions
These are questions most often asked by patients about Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. If you have question that is not answered here, please email us.
What are the sensations associated with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is generally painless and without any discomfort. In fact, it is enjoyable and relaxing to the point where we might even have to wake you up at the end of a session. At the beginning of the treatment, when the pressure is increased, as well as at the end when the pressure is decreased and brought to normal, you will feel a pressure change in your ears similar to that which you experience in an aircraft.
Prior to treatments we will teach you how to equalize the pressure changes in your ears. Fullness and popping in your ears upon change in pressure will probably feel similar to that experienced when flying or going over a mountain range. During the rest of the treatment you can read or snooze if you wish. Most treatments take about 2 hours altogether.
What are the benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy? Increased concentration of oxygen combined with increased pressure greatly increases the amount of oxygen dissolved in the blood and thereby the amount of oxygen delivered to the tissues. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy offers distinct therapeutic effects. It:
Which conditions can be treated with Hyperbaric Oxygen?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has been shown to be a useful adjunctive therapy in the following conditions:
In acute cases, such as air/gas embolism and decompression sickness, hyperbaric oxygen therapy is the primary health care method. Will my medical insurance cover it? Medicare covers the following 6 of the UHMS approved conditions for hyperbaric oxygen therapy:
Gas gangrene, anaerobic infections, or necrotizing infections Various private medical insurers also provide cover for these conditions as well as, in the case of some insurers:
Check with your private medical insurer to find out if your condition is one covered by them. What is the referral and acceptance process for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy? A careful evaluation is needed prior to commencement of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. Patients are screened for any health problems or history of those, as well as medications they are presently taking. There are some conditions and medications that contra-indicate Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. The initial evaluation report is forwarded to your primary caregiver, typically your family doctor or specialist. Included with the report are our recommendations for a potential therapy schedule. A typical schedule includes a daily session of hyperbaric oxygen 5 days per week. More serious medical conditions may require more intensive therapy with 2 sessions per day. Are there any side effects of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy? There are very few side effects involved with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and these will be discussed in detail with you by the hyperbaric physician prior to commencing any treatments.
How many sessions will I need?
The number of sessions is individualised to each person. The hyperbaric health care team at Wesley Hyperbaric Centre will discuss a planned course of therapy with you after an initial evaluation. The exact number of sessions will depend on your response to hyperbaric oxygen tests and measurements of microcirculation. Sessions may be provided twice a day up to seven days a week. Wesley Hyperbaric monitors microcirculation with Laser Doppler and a Transcutaneous Tissue Oxygen Monitor.
How can I find out more information about the Wesley Centre for Hyperbaric Medicine?
For professional presentations please contact our facility at (07)3371 6033 to arrange a talk by either our doctor or senior nursing staff.
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