Oxygen Therapy

MS Action operates dives at a variety of depths every day that the centre is open. Also known as hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurised chamber thus increasing oxygen levels within the body. Simulating a dive, HBOT delivers oxygen at a higher pressure than we experience at sea level. The pressure within the chamber allows your lungs to absorb more oxygen which Is carried by your blood to tissues and organs throughout your body. The increased oxygen pressure promotes healing and tissue repair. It also enhances the body’s ability to fight infections. Depending upon the condition that you have, protocols for the ‘dives’ vary. However, and in order to reap the benefits of this therapy, you will need to be able to dedicate time to having 15-20 sessions over four week period, thereafter having ‘top up’ sessions. For hygiene purposes, every user has their own mask which is purchased from MS Action. ‘Dives’ last (approximately) between just over an hour and an hour and three quarters, depending on the depth. The chamber holds up to six people and is cleaned between each session. Carers are allowed in the chamber. Each session is closely monitored by a trained operator.