Oxygen therapy as support for athletes

Oxygen therapy and improving fitness

Hyperbaric therapy is increasingly used as additional support for professional athletes. They reach for it individually and in entire teams. When used regularly, it increases the body's natural immunity. Minimizes the risk of soreness after exhausting training. Thanks to oxygen therapy, the body becomes stronger and copes better with infections. In addition, wounds heal faster.

 Football players from Tennessee, for example, can comment on the potential of HBOT. In a short time, they suffered a series of defeats and injuries. Fortunately, they stopped making excuses. Instead, the entire team began regular sessions in the chambers. It didn't take long to see the results. Oxygenation quickly improved the sports performance of the Tennessee Titans - and the mood within the team.

Oxygen therapy strengthens the body, increasing its efficiency. A stronger body recovers faster, whether after injuries or strenuous exercise. Or after a fight. In addition, MMA fighters are sent to hyperbaric chambers. Oxygenation is an energy boost for them and a chance, among others, for a rematch after losing a match against the opponent.

HBOT as support after injuries

For some people, passion pushes them forward so strongly that they may not notice their own injury. Shane van Gisbergen is a perfect example. The racing driver from New Zealand focused on winning more rallies. It was only from the doctor that he learned that the fall on the bike resulted in more than just a broken collarbone. Additionally, he broke three ribs. Despite this, the athlete had no intention of slowing down. After the surgery, he was under the care of a physiotherapist and also used HBOT. Oxygen therapy speeds up and shortens convalescence, which is of great importance for a man.

Hyperbaria helps athletes who suffer injuries typical of their field. For example, motor sports enthusiasts struggle with forearm fatigue. They are affected by the so-called Arm Pump problem. concrete in the forearms. It is caused by pressure on the fascia. It was this ailment that forced Cal Crutchlow to give up racing. Looking for a solution, the LCR MotoGP rider turned his attention to oxygen therapy. Frequent visits to the chamber increase the chance of treatment success. Therefore, a quick return to the speedway track.

Hyperbaria – aid in treatment and prevention

When talking about the advantages of HBOT, we cannot ignore its impact on the psyche. An oxygenated body functions better. This applies to all organs, including the brain, because not only the body but also the mind must be healthy. Internal balance is the basis. A supporter of this approach is, among others, Cleveland Cavaliers player Kevin Love. The NBA player has devices in his residence such as an HBOT chamber, an infrared sauna or a vibrotherapy bed. They are used to relax and at the same time keep his body in great shape.

Visits to the chamber can be treated as one of the elements of therapy. It is worth emphasizing, however, that oxygen therapy also works as a preventive measure. It improves well-being and gives energy to act.