The HBO physician will determine the proper treatment schedule. A patient will feel a fullness in the ears very similar to the sensation felt when landing in a plane. Once the desired pressure level is attained, the patient will remain for 90 minutes without experiencing any discomfort. Television and video are available during treatment. Chamber pressure is slowly reduced to normal pressure at the end of treatment lasting about 15 minutes.
Side effects following treatment are rare.
However, some individuals may experience popping in their ears a few hours after treatment This is simply the tympanic membrane in the ear adjusting to the changes in pressure. In addition, research is an important focus of the laboratory. The effectiveness of HBO therapy in the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, exercise-induced fatigue, and athletic performance in general are being investigated.