Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) for Brain Function & Mental Health

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a non-invasive medical treatment that enhances the body’s natural healing processes by delivering 100% pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber. By significantly increasing oxygen availability to the brain and body tissues, HBOT promotes cellular repair, reduces inflammation, and supports neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to reorganize and form new neural connections.​

By saturating the brain with oxygen, HBOT stimulates the growth of new blood vessels, modulates immune response, and enhances mitochondrial function—key components of optimal brain performance and mood regulation. It also improves cellular healing, increases energy production, and ultimately delivers the fuel our bodies need to naturally heal themselves. It increases the body’s natural ability to better utilize its own defense mechanisms to fight infection and kill bacteria. Patients often report improvements in clarity, focus, energy, emotional resilience, and overall mental well-being.​

As part of a comprehensive neuropsychiatric or functional medicine plan, HBOT offers a powerful, evidence-informed option to accelerate recovery and support long-term brain health.​

Research Citations:

1. Boussi-Gross et al. (2015) conducted a randomized controlled trial demonstrating that HBOT significantly enhances cognitive functions in healthy older adults, particularly in attention, information processing speed, and executive functions. ​PMC+1PubMed+1

2. Efrati et al. (2013) found that HBOT can induce neuroplasticity and improve cognitive functions in patients suffering from anoxic brain damage, highlighting its potential in neurorehabilitation. ​PMC

3. Hadanny et al. (2018) reported that HBOT leads to significant improvements in memory, executive functions, and information processing speed in patients with chronic traumatic brain injury. ​SpringerLink+1PMC+1

4. A review by Hadanny and Efrati (2021) discusses the mechanisms by which HBOT affects cellular processes, cognition, and brain disorders, emphasizing its role in neuroprotection and neurogenesis. ​PubMed

5. Recent studies have shown that HBOT can stimulate neurogenesis and angiogenesis, contributing to cognitive improvements in various neurological conditions. ​

As part of a comprehensive neuropsychiatric or functional medicine plan, HBOT offers a powerful, evidence-informed option to accelerate recovery and support long-term brain health.