HBOT has a long-standing record of safety, with potential side effects being low risk and relatively rare due to our advanced safety protocols and highly trained clinical staff. These potential side effects may include:
Discomfort to Ears: Some clients, particularly those who struggle to equalize pressure in their ears, may experience mild ear discomfort during the pressurization process, similar to sensations felt during airplane takeoff or landing. Middle Ear Barotrauma, characterized by pain in the middle ear due to pressure imbalance, is the most common side effect. However, we provide education and protocols to help alleviate this discomfort.
Temporary Change in Vision: HBOT treatments can temporarily affect the shape of the eye’s lens due to increased oxygenation throughout the body. This may result in temporary changes in vision or visual acuity, particularly after a course of 20 or more treatments. However, these changes are minor and transient, and it is unnecessary to adjust eyeglass prescriptions. Vision typically returns to normal within a few weeks after completing treatment.
Oxygen Toxicity: In extremely rare cases, patients undergoing standard HBOT may experience oxygen toxicity in the lungs or central nervous system. However, our specialized protocol incorporates breaks from breathing pure oxygen to minimize the risk of adverse side effects while still delivering effective HBOT.