In today's episode we're covering Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), a treatment where you breathe pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber. Is this well-established medical procedure actually safe? The good news is that serious complications occur in fewer than 1 in 10,000 treatments. We break down the risks, from the most common side effect - middle ear barotrauma (affecting about 2% of patients) - to temporary nearsightedness seen in 20-40% of those receiving multiple sessions. We also examine rarer concerns like oxygen toxicity. Learn management strategies like the Valsalva maneuver for ear pain, and simple tips for feeling tired post-treatment. Understanding these risks, and discussing your medical history (like lung conditions or recent dental work), ensures you start your HBOT treatment prepared and confident. Podcast Source: https://hbotresearch.org/side-effects-of-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/foodnourish-deep-dives--6602003/support .
