Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Beverly Hills

Our bodies' tissues require an adequate oxygen supply to function optimally. Hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy in Beverly Hills enhances your body's ability to carry oxygen through the blood to promote tissue healing and fight off infections.

Dr. Sykes with a patient in a hyperbaric oxygen container

Breathe Oxygen-Rich Air

If you live in an area with poor air quality or want to elevate your body’s healing processes, hyperbaric oxygen therapy at Sykes Facial Plastic Surgery can allow your lungs to breathe in more oxygen-rich air, absorbing more oxygen molecules into your bloodstream.

What is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy happens in a sealed, pressurized chamber with two to three times more air pressure than outside air. The specialized chamber delivers 100% pure oxygen, allowing you to breathe much more oxygen into your cells than the air within the environment, which is generally packed with nitrogen, pesticides, heavy metals, and other pollutants. The high-pressure atmosphere of the hyperbaric oxygen chamber passively drives the oxygen through your tissues into the blood, allowing it to carry a more significant amount of oxygen to your body parts. This helps repair injured tissues, fight infections, increase energy levels, and more.

Benefits of HBO Therapy

Enhanced immune system performance
Improved cell regeneration
Detoxification of environmental pollutants
Reduced inflammation, muscle fatigue, and soreness
Increased circulation
Restored energy levels
Boost wound healing

Am I a Candidate?

Any injury to the body’s tissue needs even more oxygen for proper healing, which is why hyperbaric oxygen therapy is used to treat a variety of medical conditions, even very severe ones. When prescribed by a doctor, hyperbaric oxygen therapy can generally safely and effectively support your healing with minimal risk of complications. The best way to know if you may be a candidate is by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Sykes, so he can evaluate your physical condition and determine if the treatment is right for you.

What is the Procedure Like?

When your session begins, the air pressure within the hyperbaric oxygen chamber will increase along with the oxygen content. You may experience temporary pressure in your ears, much like what you may feel at high altitudes or in an airplane. You can relieve the pressure by swallowing or yawning.

As you breathe in the oxygen-filled air, your lungs absorb the added oxygen molecules into your bloodstream, offering many physiological benefits. Most sessions can be completed within one or two hours, depending on the nature of your condition, and you will feel revitalized by the time it’s finished.

The Recovery Process

After your session, Dr. Sykes may check your blood pressure and pulse; patients with diabetes may also have their blood glucose checked. Although you may feel a little hungry or sleepy following the treatment, hyperbaric oxygen therapy will not require you to limit your activities. Most patients experience require multiple sessions for optimal results, depending on the medical condition being treated.

Why Choose Dr. Jonathan Sykes?

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy can increase cell regeneration that promotes healing and overall wellness, whether you are recovering from a procedure or feeling rundown. During your consultation, Dr. Jonathan Sykes will perform a detailed systematic diagnostic evaluation and give you all the information you need to understand the best course of action to look and feel your best. Dr. Sykes is a trusted expert with over three decades of experience as a facial plastic surgeon. Call our office today or use our online form to schedule your consultation with Dr. Jonathan Sykes for a hyperbaric oxygen therapy session in Beverly Hills.