Skin: Benefits of oxygen therapy in a hyperbaric chamber
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a method that involves the administration of pure oxygen under elevated pressure. This technique is known for its numerous health benefits, and one area in which it is particularly applicable is skin care and treatment. With oxygen therapy, it is possible to slow down the aging process, significantly improve skin microcirculation, stimulate fibroblasts, accelerate wound healing and treat various skin diseases such as acne, psoriasis and atopic dermatitis.
What is a hyperbaric chamber and how does it work?
W komorze przebywa się w warunkach zwiększonego ciśnienia atmosferycznego, oddychając czystym tlenem. Poziom tlenu sięga prawie 100%, co znacznie wpływa na procesy naprawcze w organizmie. Dla porównania w powietrzu zawartość tlenu to około 21%.
Mechanism of action of mHBOT
Podczas sesji łagodnej tlenoterapii hiperbarycznej (mHBOT) uzyskuje się maksymalne nasycenie krwi i osocza tlenem. Dzięki temu tlen dociera w dużej ilości do wszystkich komórek, wspierając ich regenerację oraz prawidłowe funkcjonowanie. Korzystanie z mHBOT może prowadzić do znaczącej poprawy w wielu dziedzinach: zdrowia, samopoczucia, czy wyglądu.
Improve skin microcirculation
Microcirculation is the process that ensures the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to skin cells and the removal of metabolic products. Oxygen therapy with mHBOT significantly improves microcirculation, as the increased pressure causes blood vessels to dilate and better saturate the blood with oxygen, resulting in more efficient oxygenation of skin tissues. This is crucial for the health and appearance of the skin, as it promotes skin recovery, accelerates wound healing and stops inflammatory processes.
Stimulation of collagen and elastin production
Są to białka zawarte w skórze właściwej, które odgrywają kluczową rolę w utrzymaniu elastyczności i jędrności skóry. Ich produkcja maleje z wiekiem, co prowadzi do pojawienia się zmarszczek i utraty elastyczności skóry. HBOT stymuluje fibroblasty – komórki odpowiedzialne za ich produkcję. Dzięki temu skóra staje się bardziej jędrna, elastyczna i odmłodzona.
Accelerated healing of post-aesthetic treatment wounds
Stimulation of collagen and elastin production is also crucial in the process of skin regeneration after various aesthetic medicine procedures, such as laser therapy, chemical peels and microdermabrasion. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy accelerates the process of micro-damage reconstruction. In addition, the increased oxygen pressure has a bactericidal effect, which reduces the risk of infections and complications after procedures.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy in dermatology: treatment of skin diseases
Hyperbaric chamber oxygen therapy is widely used in the treatment of various dermatological conditions.
Acne
Acne is a common skin disease, often caused by microorganisms. The main cause of acne is the bacteria Propionibacterium acnes. mHBOT has an antibacterial effect and reduces inflammation, leading to improved acne skin. In addition, it improves blood circulation, and improved blood supply to the skin promotes nourishment and faster removal of toxins.
Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by excessive keratinization of epidermal cells, leading to the formation of scaly patches. With the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy, the symptoms of psoriasis can be effectively alleviated, acting as an anti-inflammatory and promoting the regeneration of damaged tissues.
Atopic dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that manifests as itching, redness and dryness. Hyperbaric oxygen helps reduce inflammation and improve the skin barrier, providing relief to AD patients.
Stem cells and skin regeneration
With mHBOT hyperbaric oxygen therapy, it is possible to stimulate the production of stem cells, which play a key role in skin reconstruction processes. As a result, the skin becomes healthier, more elastic and resistant to damage.
