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HBOT is a natural medical therapy that helps in enhancing the body's natural healing mechanism by the
process of inhalation of 100% pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber. Pressurized chamber forms the central
part of the therapy. Through HBOT, oxygen is dissolved in all of body’s fluids like the plasma, central nervous
system fluid, lymph, bones etc. and oxygen can reach areas where blood circulation is relatively low or
completely absent and help damaged tissues to absorb extra oxygen and enhance human body's healing
processes. The process results in generation of new blood vessels in a rapid manner in affected areas. The
process involves minimal side effects and is facile, painless, and non-invasive. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is
also known as an alternate medicine for curing life threatening diseases.
The hyperbaric oxygen therapy has been approved by The Food and Drug Administrant (FDA) for treatment
of 16 conditions including stroke, burns, carbon monoxide poisoning etc. Several medical researches have
considered the hyperbaric therapy as a coveted neuro-therapeutic method for mental remedies which will
come as a boon for people suffering from autism, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain
injury (TBI), cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, chronic fatigue syndrome, migraine headaches, metabolic
disorders as well as other neurological dysfunctions.
Impact and Working Mechanism
Since oxygen pressure is increased by the Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, it results in higher solubility of the oxygen in blood as
defined by Henry's Gas Law. Pressure causes oxygen to cross cell membranes and penetrate into body's fluidic systems which
include plasma, synovia, lymphatic, interstitial (between cells) and cerebrospinal fluids. Oxygen is inhaled by patient at a higher
pressure which further results in an improved exhaustion of trapped air inside the body helping in the treatment of Air Embolism
and Decompression Sickness.
Gas washout effect: The flooding of the body with any Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) Stimulation: Hyperbaric Oxygen
one particular gaseous element or molecule tends to stimulates superoxide (SOD production) which reduces the
wash out the other gases dissolved in human body. It intoxication.
helps in the treatment of Co-intoxication and Cyanide
Poisoning. Angiogenesis: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy stimulates the
growth of new capillaries (angiogenesis) which is crucial for the
Vasoconstriction: HBOT causes vasoconstriction generation of blood vessels. The process ensures better supply
without creating hypoxia which decreases Oedema. of blood to the damaged tissues.
Hence, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is suitable for
treating the swelling of the various organs along with Fibroblast and Collagen Production: Fibroblast, collagen
better management of interstitial bleeding, brain trauma, reproduction, and growth are the basic element of the body
burns and spinal cord injuries. healing process which improves depending on the availability of
oxygen.
Bacteriostasis: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy results in
creating an oxygen rich environment in human body Osteoblast and Osteoclast Production: Stimulation and
that enables the white blood cells to function at an increased production of cells like osteoblasts and osteoclasts
improved efficiency and fight bacteria. which are essential for managing the orthopedic ailments.
Salient Features of HBOT
Hyperbaric Oxygen A hostile environment is Reactivates the dormant Helps in managing the
Therapy enhances the developed which makes it neurons which play an chronic inflammation
ability of the white blood harder for the anaerobic important role in the which is found useful in
cells to carry more bacterium to survive. recovery of the damaged the treatment of autism.
oxygen resulting in tissues. Improves cognitive
better destruction of abilities of the brain and
bacteria and fungi. ensures better
communication
among the brain cells.
History of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
The doors of the chamber have a unique roller catch locking mechanism which allows easy entry
and exit with a gentle push on the door. The rectangular doorframe is wide enough to allow easy
access for full sized hospital beds carrying intensive care patients. Treatment sessions are
performed in the main chamber and the entrance lock is used to lock patients or personnel in or
out of the main chamber during pressurization. The chamber is equipped with comfortable seats
which are easily removable.
Doors
Single chamber HBOT consists of
one door while two doors are
provided in double chamber HBOT
device. Rectangular design of the
doors enables easy accessibility for
any patient.
Oxygen Analyzer
Oxygen analyzer is a device which fetches
out data about the amount of oxygen inhaled
and exhaled by patient during the therapy
session.
Relief Valves
Relief Valves are implemented in the chamber as secondary safety Penetrators
mechanism to keep a standardized pressure in the chamber. In case Penetrators helps in inserting tubular materials like pipes, wires, ducts etc.
of a fault, relief valves ensure that extra pressure in the chamber is inside the chamber and consists of nozzles and blind flanges. Several different
balanced by discharging the excess air. parts that complements the penetrator are welded on a cylindrical shell.
Gasket covering Blind Flange has been used as penetrator in Oxycea.
Seats Foldable Seats
Customization of the quantity, design, and Since individual patients spend approximately
quality of the seats is possible that suit 90 to 120 min inside the Hyperbaric Oxygen
customer’s needs. Color variants, fabric, Chamber, it is essential that patients should
cushion, overall design, thematic approach experience pleasantly during the session.
etc. are also part of the customization HBOT seats are developed with due
feature that helps to create a patient- consideration on the comfort level of the
friendly appearance and comfort. Each patient as well as the medical standards and
patient is provided with an individual seat safety. Artificial plain leather and flame-proof
featuring foldable armrest, integrated foam are used in manufacturing the seats that
headrest, and an optional footrest to offer adheres to international orthopedic standards.
maximized comfort. Fabrics of the seat are Foldable seats, that could be easily assembled
not just fire-retardant, but also easy to and dismantled, can be used inside the
clean. Patients are offered individual chamber that provides better flexibility and
entertainment system consisting video freedom to efficiently use the inner space of
channel connections, audio connections the chamber.
and headset, volume controls, channel
selection switch, and light output control.
Luxury Seats
Oxycea ‘s clients can, in addition, customize to replace the
regular seats with their luxury counterparts. The luxury seats
have additional sophisticated features like push back
mechanism, semi sleeper seating mechanism, soft cushion,
ultra-comfortable fabric, adjustable leg rest and armrests etc.
Environment Control System
The humidity and temperature inside the chamber
can be efficiently controlled by exploiting the
efficient cooling system of Oxycea. The cooling
system comprises two constituent components.
• Cold water unit — Fitted with a circulation pump,
storage tanks, and expansion tanks.
• Hot water unit — The same set of unit like that of
‘cold water unit’ is utilized, but instead, hot water of
55 degree centigrade is used.
Breathing system
Oxycea chambers contains a sophisticated oxygen
breathing system, allowing patients to breathe
comfortably with a low inhalation and exhalation
resistance of 3 bar. The oxygen is supplied to patients
either by means of BIBS (Built-in Breathing System) or
through an oxygen free-flow hood system, and flow to
each patient can be adjusted separately.
Carbon dioxide scrubber
Oxycea comes with an advanced carbon
dioxide scrubber which upon passing through
soda line reacts with carbon dioxide and breaks
it down into water molecules. The process
leaves out only 1% of the SEV of carbon dioxide
inside the chamber.
Flush control
The chamber can be flushed during
every therapeutic session to keep the
chamber fresh. .
Surface Painting
Entertainment system FDA approved flame resistant and non-poisonous
To keep the patients entertained during epoxy paints have been used in Oxycea. Also, sand
the therapy session, control functions blasting process has been utilized extensively which
for the radio, CD, and DVD players have ensured smooth chamber surfaces inside and outside
been provided. of the chamber.
Console Box
Console box is fitted on the outer wall of HBOT
which helps in controlling compression and
decompression manually. Additionally, display
system have been provided that enables
effective monitoring of the Oxygen flow inside
the chamber. Temperature and humidity
monitoring displays have also been
incorporated in the console box. Pressure
gauges ensures that all the operations are
performed in a smooth, prudent, and efficient
manner.
Control Panel
A centralized control panel helps to operate the
machine comprehensively. Touch screen control
panels enhances the ease of use of Oxycea. Along
with the automatic control panel, a manual control
system is also provided in addition to it and can be
exploited when manual intervention is required.
Control panel allows the operator to monitor and
control the pressure, temperature, humidity, as well
as camera and communication system fitted inside
the chamber and to record patient’s information.
Single push emergency
button
Switch panel
Oxygen anddisplay
Latest compression system.
and decompression
unit with feedback
facility. Fire compression switch to
Humidity and temperature tackle fire emergencies.
display along with valve status.
LCD Control Panel
The chamber can also be controlled from
inside using the LCD touch screen. The screen
displays session parameters such as depth
and temperature. Inlet and exhaust valves
can also be controlled from inside. Initiation
of the session starts the information screen
that displays pressure reading, temperature
reading, elapsed and remaining session time
etc.
Sensors
Oxycea comprises several sensors
critical for smooth and automated
operations, and includes:
Digital Pressure Transducer
Thermo Hygrometer
Fire Sensor
Smoke Sensor
Oxygen Analyzer
Pressure Sensor
Humidity Sensor Camera
Patient Information Monitor Temperature Sensor For supervising patients undergoing the therapy, high
During the session, Patient Information Monitor quality cameras have been installed. A special feature
displays vital information (e.g. pulse, heartbeat etc.) of these cameras are that these contains infrared to
of the patient undergoing treatment, enable observation even in zero lux condition.
Oxycea Monoplace
Oxycea Monoplace is an advanced, automatic, and
customizable air pressure chamber to conduct HBOT in
monoplace mode, that is, one-patient-at-a-time mode.
According to the Undersea Hyperbaric and Medical
Society, HBOT is a therapy where breathing is done by
individuals in a 100% pure oxygen environment at a
pressure greater than 1.4 ATA. In actual HBOT session,
the pressure is further increased in the range of 1.5 to 3
ATA.
• Larger metal mass (half acrylic and half steel) will allow the temperature to be cooler at lower ventilation flows.
• Also, a full acrylic design can also be prepared in case the customer requires it.
• Additional cooling mechanism will be in place (outside the main chamber) in order to keep the temperature inside
the chamber ambient.
• Every model is going to be individually X-ray & leak tested at one and a half times the rated pressure.
• The composite design provides a steel 0.375" firewall between any source of fire (from components located below
the tube) and the patient.
• The system will manage the valves and the pressure gauges for the HBOT supervisor.
• Inbuilt features and alerts will be present to ensure hassle free operation during the therapy.
• ASME PRV technology will be in place to prevent over pressurization.
• Extra penetrations will be in place for future expansion and additional duct, cable or pipe insertion.
• Customizable recliner stretcher with fire proof and spark proof fabric will be offered.
• The Monoplace has been designed with materials that can be pressurized with oxygen or medical grade air.
• An integrated air-break button will be present to address any unwanted hazard from fire, sparking, anomalous
pressure readings or patient discomfort.
• The Oxycea Monoplace can be disassembled and reassembled on site. This adds advantage in terms of its mobility
and carriage.
• Extremely reliable and safe modality will be supplied with a stretcher and gurney for patient transport and transfer.
Why HBOT?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a non-evasive therapeutic treatment whose several medical applications have been proven by
the FDA (full form) and have been widely documented simultaneously.
Other advantages of using HBOT treatment are:
Improves outcome of an ongoing treatment, non-evasive treatment: hence minimal side-effects, efficient, higher number of
patient footfall, promising treatment, improves revenue, increases network and referrals, better treatment leads to better
reputation.
When the difference between pressurization and decompression is higher, the user feels pain in the ears and tympanic
membrane and cannot relax. Latest barometric stabilization system maintains the difference between pressurization and
depressurization as close to zero, resulting in higher relaxation of user.
Safety Features
Lower initial expenditure. The Monoplace device is significantly affordable Advanced compact design of the chamber along with its external components
than the full featured HBOT chambers.. saves space.
Due to smaller size, it’s ideal for mobile operations and small clinics.
All the facilities requires minimal maintenance.
Monolace chambers can also be installed in large ambulances.