Originally known for tackling decompression sickness in scuba divers, HBOT has become a versatile and comprehensive solution for various medical conditions in which there is a sudden or ongoing lack of body oxygen.
At the heart of this innovation is the inhalation of pure oxygen within a pressurised chamber, a feat seamlessly navigated by KHAMH specialist in aviation and aerospace medication, Dr Frans J. Cronjé, and the hospital’s cutting-edge healthcare offerings.
Adding to the seamless operation is the expertise of KHAMH’s senior aviation nurse, Lucie Cronjé, forming a dynamic duo that has collaborated since November 1995 and tied the knot in May 1996. Their extensive experience truly shone through as they effortlessly allayed concerns I had about feeling claustrophobic, instilling confidence as I laid down to empathise with a patient’s perspective inside the HBOT chamber.
Imagine a space where atmospheric pressure is amped up 2 to 3 times higher than normal air pressure, allowing your lungs to soak in significantly more oxygen, heralding a host of evidence-based therapeutic benefits.
Following the 2019 Nobel Prize-winning discovery of oxygen signalling in cells by William Kaelin, Peter Ratcliff, and Greg Semenza, HBOT’s unique physiological and medicinal impact has become more significant, especially in reversing the effects of Long Covid syndrome and cognitive decline.
The pressurised oxygen environment within the chamber accelerates the growth of new blood vessels, providing a swift and robust remedy for stubborn wounds like diabetic ulcers and even brain injuries or dysfunction. Researchers are delving into its potential for stroke recovery, traumatic brain injuries and other neurological dysfunctions. The increased oxygen supply to the brain is sparking interest and actively being explored for its therapeutic possibilities for conditions where no other remedies exist.
The mainstay of HBOT at KHAMH, A’ali, is the internationally recognised applications, which range from gas bubble injuries related to diving, life-threatening infections, traumatic and burn injuries, and even repair of damage caused by radiotherapy for treating cancer.
Any medical treatment that has benefits has potential risks. This is why KHAMH has a team of experienced doctors making sure that the treatment is completely painless and safe. The most common difficulty is pressure on the eardrums, as happens when landing in an aircraft or diving underwater. However, a few simple techniques prevent this from becoming a problem.
There are very few reasons why HBOT cannot be used safely. Importantly, KHAMH ensures that it is used for the right reason and at the right time.
In the bigger picture, Hyperbaric Therapy finds itself in the embrace of Baromedicine which also supports commercial diving and aviation in the GCC.
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