By Melanie Yost
Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (mHBOT) is a revolutionary approach to improving overall health, well-being, and longevity. Traditionally Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) has only been associated with treating conditions like decompression sickness, carbon monoxide poisoning, and wound healing, but the growing body of research shows that it offers a broader range of benefits. With new research highlighting its effectiveness, HBOT is quickly becoming a popular, safe and non-invasive way to enhance physical and mental health.
What is HBOT and mHBOT?
Hyperbaric oxygen chambers increase atmospheric pressure to elevate oxygen levels in the body. High-pressure chambers provide between 1.5 and 3 ATA (16–66 feet below sea level), whereas mild hyperbaric chambers (mHBOT) operate at 1.3 ATA (10 feet below sea level). This mild increase is exceptionally safe and effective for boosting oxygen levels in the blood plasma.
For years, experts believed that only high-pressure HBOT had therapeutic benefits. However, recent studies demonstrate that mHBOT can be just as effective in promoting healing and, in some cases, even more beneficial, with no risk of oxygen toxicity.
What Conditions Can mHBOT Help?
Although the FDA has approved HBOT for 14 specific indications, mHBOT is increasingly used off-label to address a wide range of health concerns. Benefits include:
• Anti-aging: Slows the aging process and reverses biological age by lengthening telomeres.
• Neurological Conditions: Supports recovery from concussions, traumatic brain injuries, and neurodegenerative diseases.
• Chronic Health Issues: Reduces symptoms of autoimmune disorders, diabetes, and inflammatory bowel disease.
• Brain Health and Mood Disorders: Helps with PTSD, depression, and anxiety.
• Physical Performance and Recovery: Enhances athletic performance, speeds up recovery, and reduces inflammation.
• General Health and Wellness: Improves energy, sleep quality, mental clarity, and overall well-being.
Many users report a higher quality of life and symptom relief, making mHBOT a valuable tool for long-term health maintenance.
How Does mHBOT Work?
The mild pressure in the chamber pushes oxygen into the blood plasma, increasing oxygen delivery to tissues of the body and the brain. This process:
• Reduces chronic inflammation and oxidative stress
• Boosts the immune system
• Stimulates stem cell mobilization and proliferation
• Enhances neuroplasticity (the brain’s ability to adapt and heal)
• Promotes cell regeneration
These effects collectively contribute to improved physical and mental health, helping the body repair itself from the inside out.
What to Expect During a Session
A typical mHBOT session is simple, relaxing, and comfortable. Clients lie down on a soft mattress inside the chamber, wearing a nasal cannula to enhance oxygen intake. The atmospheric pressure increases gradually, causing a slight sensation in the ears (similar to airplane takeoff). Once at pressure, most clients feel relaxed, with many choosing to nap or meditate.
After the session, users often report immediate benefits such as reduced aches and pains, increased energy, and a sense of calm. Over time, cumulative sessions lead to enhanced mental clarity, better sleep, improved mood, and reduced symptoms of chronic conditions.
Next Steps
If you feel you or a loved one would benefit from Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, give us a call. We want to help you! Come in for a FREE consultation, so that we can meet your individual needs.
Melanie Yost is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and owner of Be Well Solutions and Complete Ketamine Solutions in Destin. She has been in the healthcare field for over 35 years and can be reached at 850-786-2051.
