HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY
Conditions
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) has garnered significant attention in the medical community for its benefits across various conditions. The United States FDA has recognized HBOT as an effective treatment for a range of medical conditions. These conditions, often referred to as “on-label” indications, are typically covered by insurance, thus making HBOT accessible to a broader population.
HBOT offers benefits for additional conditions not yet FDA-approved “off-label”. Extensive research supports its efficacy for many such conditions, making it widely utilized worldwide. It’s important to note that non-FDA-approved conditions are usually not covered by insurance and may not be available at hospital-based hyperbaric centers.
Covered Conditions
Also referred to as “on-label”, these conditions have been approved by the FDA for HBOT and are generally covered by insurance.
Air or Gas Embolism
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Central Retinal Artery Occlusion
Chronic Refractory Osteomyelitis
Crush Injury & Other Acute Traumatic Ischemia
Decompression Sickness (DCS, “Bends”)
Diabetic Lower Extremity Wounds
Failed Skin Grafts and Flaps
Gas Gangrene
Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections
Non-Healing Wounds
Radiation Tissue Damage
Severe Acute Anemia
Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Thermal Burns
Non-Covered Conditions
Also referred to as “off-label”, these conditions are generally not covered by insurance.
Fibromyalgia
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Erectile Dysfunction
Crohn’s Disease
Sports Injury
Stroke
Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Concussion
Lyme Disease
Traumatic Brain Injury
Recovery from Plastic Surgery
Post-COVID-19 condition (Long COVID)
Migraine
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Others not listed