What to Expect During Your Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Session: A Step-by-Step Guide
Step-by-Step: Your First HBOT Session
Step 1: Meet & Greet (The Health Check)
Before you hop into your oxygen adventure, we will ask a few questions online about your health when you're making your initial booking. Make sure HBOT is safe for you and explain how everything works. Think of this as the “get-to-know-you” stage of the relationship. Ask all the questions—there are no silly ones!
Step 2: Fashion Moment — The Cotton Edition
Before going into the chamber, ideally your clothing should be 100% cotton, but it's okay if not.
You may also be advised to take off: Jewellery, watches and other accessories.
Step 3: The Safety Briefing (Short & Sweet)
You’ll get a quick rundown of what to expect. The staff will cover:
How to clear your ears (like on an airplane) during the pressurisation phase.
What the chamber looks like inside
How to talk to them during your session and any other safety tips
You might get a little nervous at this point. Totally normal. But remember: You’re not going in alone— we've got your back the whole time.
Step 4: Into the Chamber We Go!
You’ll lie or sit down, relax, and maybe even get tucked in with a blanket. It’s not claustrophobic—more like napping in a bright, quiet bubble.
Step 5: Pressure Time (Pop Those Ears!)
The chamber will slowly pressurise—think going up in an airplane. Your ears might feel full or pop a bit.
To help your ears:
Swallow
Yawn
Do the “pinch nose and blow gently” trick
This stage only takes 4-5 minutes, and we will guide you through it like a friendly co-pilot.
Step 6: Oxygen Time = Chill Time
Once the pressure is just right, you’ll start breathing 95% pure oxygen. Fancy, huh? This part lasts about an hour, and all you have to do is… nothing.
Seriously:
Nap 😴
Listen to music 🎧
Read a book 📖
Your body is soaking up extra oxygen and getting its healing boost while you lounge. It’s the most productive kind of doing nothing.
Step 7: Back to Normal Pressure
After your oxygen break, the chamber slowly lowers back to normal pressure. Your ears might pop again—same tricks apply.
This part takes 4-5 minutes, and it’s super chill. You’re basically landing from your oxygen-powered “flight.”
Step 8: All Done!
Once you're out, you might feel:
Super relaxed
A little sleepy
Or totally normal (everyone’s different)
The staff will check in with you, and then you’re good to go! Most people walk out feeling refreshed and even a little glow-y. ✨
Pro Tips for a Great First Session:
Eat something light before you go (not too full, not too empty)
Drink water before and after
Avoid caffeine and alcohol
Don’t worry if you’re nervous—it gets easier every time
That’s it! You just turned into an oxygen-powered healing machine
Whether you're in it for wound healing, recovery, or just to feel better, HBOT is a gentle, non-invasive way to give your body a big boost.
Now go reward yourself with something awesome—because you just had your first HBOT session like a champ! 💪
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