How Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Supports Post-Surgery Healing

Recover Faster. Heal Smarter. Breathe Deeper.

Whether you've had cosmetic surgery, orthopedic repair, or an internal procedure, recovery doesn't end — it's just beginning. And one of the most powerful, natural ways to accelerate that healing process is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT).

Why Post-Surgery Healing Matters

After surgery, your body enters a high-demand state:

• Tissues need to regenerate

• Blood vessels must repair

• Inflammation must be controlled

• Infection must be avoided

• Scars need to form properly

This healing requires energy, oxygen, and optimal circulation. However, the body’s ability to deliver oxygen-rich blood to surgical sites can often be limited especially in areas with poor blood flow, swelling, or trauma.

That’s where HBOT steps in. This enhanced oxygen delivery means more of what your body needs gets to where it’s needed most — faster.

How HBOT Helps After Surgery

Here’s what the research and clinical experience show HBOT can do for post-operative recovery:

✅ 1. Accelerates Healing

HBOT boosts oxygen supply to healing tissues, speeding up cell regeneration and wound repair. This helps incisions and internal tissues heal more quickly and efficiently.

✅ 2. Reduces Swelling & Inflammation

Oxygen has anti-inflammatory effects. HBOT can reduce post-surgical swelling, bruising, and pain — which means a more comfortable recovery.

✅ 3. Enhances Collagen Production & Skin Repair

For cosmetic or reconstructive surgeries, HBOT stimulates collagen synthesis, aiding in smoother skin repair and less visible scarring.

✅ 4. Improves Blood Flow & Angiogenesis

HBOT encourages new blood vessel growth (angiogenesis), especially useful in areas with damaged or limited blood supply.

✅ 5. Supports Infection Prevention

Higher oxygen levels help white blood cells function better, boosting your immune defense and reducing infection risk — a major post-op concern.

✅ 6. Reduces Risk of Tissue Damage

Especially in surgeries involving flaps, grafts, or reattached tissues, HBOT improves oxygenation to vulnerable areas, helping prevent tissue death or complications.

Common Surgeries Benefiting from HBOT

Clients often seek HBOT post-surgery for:

• Cosmetic procedures: tummy tucks, liposuction, facelifts, breast augmentation

• Orthopedic surgeries: joint replacements, fracture repairs

• Reconstructive surgery: skin grafts, flap procedures

• Oral/maxillofacial surgery: dental implants, jaw surgery

• Internal surgery: C-sections, hernia repairs, laparoscopic surgeries

• Burn surgery or trauma repair

When to Start HBOT After Surgery

Each case is different. In general, HBOT can begin within 24–72 hours post-surgery, depending on your surgeon’s clearance and your overall health. The earlier oxygen-rich blood reaches healing tissue, the better.

Some clients also start HBOT before surgery to prepare their body for recovery — a concept called preconditioning.

What to Expect During Treatment

HBOT sessions typically last 60–90 minutes in a comfortable, pressurized chamber. You’ll simply lie back and breathe — no pain, no downtime.

Most post-surgical protocols involve a series of 5 to 20 sessions, depending on the procedure and individual healing needs.

💙 Why Choose HBOT at Aeris Clinics

At Aeris Clinics, we specialize in personalized healing support. Our HBOT treatments are:

• Delivered in a safe, serene environment

• Overseen by knowledgeable, compassionate staff

• Backed by evidence-based protocols

• Tailored to your unique surgical recovery

Whether you’re looking to minimize scarring, bounce back faster, or simply feel better during recovery, we’re here to help your body do what it was designed to do — heal.

🕊️ Ready to Support Your Healing?

Let’s work together to optimize your post-surgical recovery. Reach out to book a taster session, or DM us with any questions.