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Hyperbaric chambers are used to deliver hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT). HBOT was developed to treat underwater divers suffering from decompression sickness (the bends). It has since been approved by the Undersea and Hyperbaric.

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How should patients be prepared for a hyperbaric chamber?

No special preparation is needed to use a hyperbaric chamber other than educating patients about what to expect during treatment.


Side effect of hyperbaric chamber?

Oxygen toxicity.


What chamber do divers go into to prevent a diving sickness called The Bends?

Hyperbaric Chamber


How does placing a burn victim in a hyperbaric chamber benefit him?

In a hyperbaric chamber (which can be a specialized room or enclosed space), the patient is exposed to pure oxygen under high pressure, which can aid in healing.


What are the gases used in a hyperbaric welding chamber?

helium and argon


What gases are contained in the hyperbaric chamber?

Carbon Monoxide or Zyklon b


Where is Recompression treatment done?

Recompression treatment is performed in a hyperbaric chamber


Who invented the hyperbaric chamber?

The hyperbaric chamber was invented by French physician and physiologist Paul Bert in the 19th century. He recognized the benefits of increased oxygen under pressure for treating various medical conditions.


Can you use the hyperbaric chamber if you have high blood pressure or heart disease?

We will find out in several weeks as our 26 yr old son is about to undergo chamber treatment to see what impact hyperbaric treatment will have on dialysis and possible regeneration of kidney cells.


Why would someone use a hyperbaric chamber?

People who, for various reasons, have trouble breathing can get oxygen more easily in a hyperbaric (which is to say, high pressure) chamber. There are also a number of diseases for which an excess supply of oxygen may be helpful.


How is a hyperbaric chamber used?

The patient enters the chamber, then it is closed and the pressure is increased. The advantages of a monoplace chamber are that the patient does not have to wear a mask or a hood to receive the oxygen and.


How does the use of a hyperbaric chamber speed up the elimination of CO from the body?

In hyperbaric therapy at three atmospheres of pressure, the half-life is reduced to 20-25 minutes.