What are 2 ATA hyperbaric chambers?
The 2 ATA hyperbaric chamber is designed to increase the amount of oxygen that can be delivered to points across your body to enable healing and recovery. Diving inside this chamber produces a pressurized environment that simulates the pressure found 33 feet (10 meters) beneath sea level. Once you are inside the chamber, your body is drenched in a rich supply oxygen that under pressure can be carried by the blood to all of the oxygen deprived cells of your body, saturating them so that they can make repairs throughout your system. Oxygen promotes new healthy stem cells and repairs tissue, nerves and organs. By breathing oxygen under pressure, the oxygen penetrates the deeper reaches your bloodstream, into the part of your blood that best delivers it to the damaged parts of your body that needs repair. Pressurized oxygen moves beyond the blood cells, and melts into your blood plasma – the fluid of your blood, which lets it bypass blockages to flow directly to injured and debilitated parts of the body that need attention. Oxygen activates your body’s natural healing processes making a fantastic therapy for chronic health conditions like brain and nerve issues, autoimmune problems, infections, and much, much more.
Benefits of using 2 ATA hyperbaric chambers
Many people who use hyperbaric chambers have experienced better ability to perform their day-to-day tasks and have seen symptom relief. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy helps in so many ways.
Oxygen starved cells are reoxygenated to allow the healing process to proceed at a greater rate and is less complicated by infections or other burdens that could arise during regular healing. Pain and inflammation are reduced.
2 ATA hyperbaric chambers play a huge role in alleviating pain and enhancing recovery after intense physical activity. Chronic inflammation is associated with many age-related diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s. By reducing inflammation, HBOT could potentially help prevent or manage these conditions. High levels of oxygen can stimulate the growth and regeneration of cells, including skin cells. This can potentially lead to healthier, more youthful-looking skin. HBOT has been shown in studies to play a great role in antiaging.
Poor circulation can lead to various health problems, many of which become more common as we age. By promoting the growth of new blood vessels and improving the efficiency of existing ones, HBOT can improve circulation throughout the body.
Hyperbaric oxygen supports brain health. More and more research suggests that HBOT potentially helps support recovery from brain and nerve disorders, as well as maintain brain health as we age. A 2020 study found that HBOT induces cognitive enhancements in healthy aging adults, including attention, information processing speed, and executive functions. This was related to changes in brain activity observed in MRI scans.
There are so many testimonials in favor of using HBOT for autistic children and for post-concussion syndrome and TBI. Patients recovering from traumatic injuries, such as TBI, spinal cord injury, and orthopedic trauma, may benefit from HBOT’s neuroprotective and tissue-regenerative effects. In addition, individuals living with chronic neurological disorders or chronic pain syndromes can find relief and functional improvement through HBOT treatments.
Comparison with other hyperbaric chambers
Home and clinic chambers can come with different pressures options. The soft chamber’s pressure tops out at 1.3 ATA to 1.5 ATA. The 2 ATA pressure is best undergone in a hard chamber only for safety reasons.
By utilizing a variety of pressured dives, between 1.3 ATA and 2 ATA you receive a wide range of therapeutic pressures that work synergistically toward your recovery. According to Dr. Harch, renown Hyperbaric Doctor, every pressure turns on a different set of stem cells, which stimulates a wider range of repair.
This higher pressure allows for increased oxygen absorption by the body, leading to potentially faster healing times and improved recovery. There have been more studies performed for 2 ATA than for the lower ranges of pressures, so there is a higher number of proven evidence using this pressure. The 2 ATA chambers are often preferred for their ability to provide more significant benefits in a shorter amount of time compared to lower pressure chambers.
OFF-LABEL USE OF HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY
2 ATA hyperbaric chambers is increasingly gaining popularity. Off-label use refers to the application of a medical treatment for a condition or indication that is not FDA-approved. Despite the lack of formal approval for many off-label indications, clinical evidence and anecdotal reports suggest potential benefits across a spectrum of conditions. Consider using a chamber if you or someone you love struggles with these conditions:
- Chronic Wounds: One of the most well-established off-label uses of HBOT is in the management of chronic, non-healing wounds. By delivering high concentrations of oxygen to tissues, HBOT promotes angiogenesis, enhances collagen synthesis, and facilitates wound healing. Conditions like diabetic foot ulcers, venous stasis ulcers, and pressure ulcers have shown favorable results from HBOT.
- Radiation Injury: HBOT has emerged as a promising adjunctive therapy for patients experiencing radiation-induced tissue injury. Radiation therapy, while effective in treating cancer, can damage surrounding healthy tissues, leading to complications like radiation cystitis, proctitis, and osteoradionecrosis. HBOT mitigates radiation-induced hypoxia, while it reduces inflammation, and promotes tissue regeneration, and improves symptoms and quality of life for affected patients. HBOT has also shown amazing results when used adjunctively with cancer therapy.
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Stroke: The neuroprotective effects of HBOT have garnered popularity in the treatment of traumatic brain injury, post-concussion syndrome and stroke. By enhancing oxygen delivery to injured brain tissue, HBOT reduces ischemia, decreases cerebral edema, and modulates neuroinflammation. While further research is needed to elucidate its precise mechanisms and optimal treatment protocols, preliminary studies suggest potential benefits in improving neurological outcomes and cognitive function in TBI and stroke patients.
- Neurological Disorders: Beyond TBI and stroke, HBOT is being explored for its therapeutic potential in various neurological disorders, including multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, and autism spectrum disorders. The neurodegenerative properties of HBOT, coupled with its anti-inflammatory effects, hold promise for mitigating neuronal damage and improving functional outcomes in these conditions.
- Chronic Pain Syndromes: Chronic pain syndromes, such as fibromyalgia, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), and neuropathic pain, pose significant challenges in management. HBOT, through its analgesic effects and modulation of inflammatory pathways, offers a novel approach to alleviating chronic pain and improving patients’ quality of life.
Finding the best 2 ATA hyperbaric chamber for you or your clinic
2 ATA hyperbaric chambers come in various sizes and designs, making it essential to choose one that fits your needs. Discuss your needs with us, here at Hyperbaric Central to discover which chamber can best fit the needs of you or your clinic.