To help you achieve those long-term benefits consistency is key.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy · HBOT
Your Path to Peak Wellness — The Protocol
Achieving lasting physiological change requires more than a single visit. Think of HBOT like training at the gym: one workout feels good, but a structured block transforms your biology.
1.5 – 1.8 ATA
100% Oxygen
60 – 90 min / session
Evidence-Based
Why 1.5 – 1.8 ATA?
At 1.5–1.8 atmospheres absolute pressure, plasma oxygen levels rise to 10–15× above normal — enough to saturate tissues that red blood cells cannot reach. This is the threshold at which the body begins triggering angiogenesis (new blood vessel growth), stem cell mobilisation, and anti-inflammatory gene expression. Not extreme enough to carry significant toxicity risk, yet powerful enough to initiate measurable cellular change.The mechanism is the Hyperoxic-Hypoxic Paradox (HHP): by repeatedly raising oxygen levels and returning to normal pressure, the body is triggered into activating the same protective, regenerative genes normally switched on by low oxygen — without the cellular stress of true hypoxia.
Tailored Protocols
Find Your Protocol
Every goal has its own roadmap. Each protocol is designed around a specific physiological target — select the one that matches where you are and where you want to go.
Performance
Elite Athlete Protocol
Accelerate recovery. Push performance ceilings. Outpace the competition.
Pressure
1.5 – 1.8 ATA
Sessions
20 – 40
Frequency
4 – 5× / week
Duration
60 – 75 min
- Dramatically reduced muscle recovery time between sessions
- Reduced lactate accumulation and post-exercise inflammation
- Enhanced mitochondrial density and ATP production
- Faster healing of micro-tears, tendons and ligament stress
- Improved VO₂ max through increased oxygen delivery efficiency
Anti-Aging
Longevity Protocol
Target the biological hallmarks of aging at the cellular level.
Pressure
1.8 ATA
Sessions
40 – 60
Frequency
3 – 5× / week
Duration
90 min
- Telomere length preservation — published clinical data (PMID 33206579)
- Senescent cell clearance via apoptosis signalling
- Stem cell mobilisation from bone marrow into circulation
- Mitochondrial biogenesis — more energy produced per cell
- Reduction of systemic oxidative stress markers
Post-Illness · Surgery
Recovery Protocol
Restore function. Silence inflammation. Rebuild from the inside out.
Pressure
1.5 – 1.8 ATA
Sessions
20 – 40
Frequency
5× / week
Duration
60 – 90 min
- Accelerated wound healing and tissue regeneration post-surgery
- Reduction of post-viral fatigue and cognitive fog
- Downregulation of pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, TNF-α)
- Improved immune modulation and lymphatic function
- Restored gut oxygenation supporting microbiome balance
Musculoskeletal
Injury & Chronic Pain
From acute sports injuries to persistent musculoskeletal pain.
Pressure
1.5 – 1.8 ATA
Sessions
10 – 20
Frequency
3 – 5× / week
Duration
60 – 75 min
- Hyperoxygenation of hypoxic injury sites stalled in healing
- Stimulation of fibroblasts and collagen synthesis
- Reduced oedema and swelling around acute injuries
- Nerve regeneration support in peripheral neuropathy
- Pain reduction via endorphin and serotonin modulation
Everyday Wellness
Preventive Health
Everyday Wellness
You don’t need to be ill to benefit. Think of HBOT as maintenance for the most complex machine you’ll ever own — your body.
Pressure
1.5 ATA
Sessions
10 per block
Frequency
2 – 3× / week
Duration
60 min
- Enhanced energy, mental clarity and focus within the first block
- Improved sleep depth and stress recovery (HRV improvement)
- Skin collagen stimulation and systemic anti-inflammatory benefits
- Immune system priming — ideal before travel or high-stress periods
- Quarterly “re-priming” blocks for long-term cumulative maintenance
Session Planning
How Often Should You Come?
Lasting physiological change is built in layers. HBOT works on a cumulative basis — a structured block transforms your biology in ways a single session simply cannot.
01
Loading Phase
Sessions 1 – 40
Frequency3 – 5 sessions per week
Duration60 – 90 min per session
GoalSaturate plasma with oxygen to trigger gene expression changes, angiogenesis and cellular repair
What to ExpectMost clients notice a clear shift in energy and mental clarity around sessions 15 – 20
Consistency here is everything. This is where new capillary growth and stem cell release begin — don’t skip sessions during your loading block.
02
Consolidation Phase
Ongoing Maintenance
Frequency1 – 2 sessions per week
Duration60 – 90 min per session
GoalPreserve new capillary networks and maintain reduced inflammatory markers
What to ExpectSustained cognitive sharpness, stable energy baseline, reduced post-exertion soreness
Your body has established new oxygen delivery pathways. This phase prevents the rebound where chronic low-grade inflammation can return.
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Long-Term Strategy
Seasonal Approach
Monthly Tune-Up2 sessions per month to keep senescent cell load low
Seasonal Re-PrimeMini-block of 10 sessions every 4 – 6 months
GoalAnti-aging, cognitive longevity and sustained cellular housekeeping
What to ExpectCumulative long-term benefits across every system — the longer the commitment, the greater the effect
Telomere preservation and senescent cell clearance build across hundreds of sessions over years. This is where the biology truly compounds.
Not sure which frequency suits you? Every client undergoes medical screening before their first session. We recommend the right protocol based on your goals and health status — no guessing required.
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Optimise Every Session
Maximising Your Results: 6 Pro Tips
Small habits around each session compound into significantly better outcomes. Here is what the evidence — and experience — recommends.
| Focus | Why It Matters | Your Action Step |
|---|---|---|
| 💧 Hydration | Oxygen transport depends on plasma volume. Dehydration reduces the very medium that carries increased O₂ to tissues. | Drink 350 – 500 ml water with electrolytes 30 min before your session. Avoid caffeine 2 hours prior. |
| 🥗 Nutrition | Tissue repair requires building blocks. Antioxidants neutralise the mild rise in reactive oxygen species that follows HBOT. | Ensure adequate Vitamin C, zinc and mixed tocopherols. A light antioxidant-rich meal 1–2 hours before is ideal. |
| 👂 Ear Equalisation | As pressure rises, the middle ear must equalise to avoid discomfort or barotrauma — especially in early sessions. | Use the Valsalva manoeuvre (gentle nose-pinch blow) early and regularly during pressurisation, every 10–15 seconds. |
| 😴 Post-Session Rest | The bulk of tissue repair and stem cell activity occurs in the 4–8 hours after a session — especially during sleep. | Avoid intense exercise within 2 hours of a session. Prioritise 7–9 hours of sleep on treatment days. |
| 📵 No Smoking | Nicotine is a potent vasoconstrictor. It directly counteracts HBOT’s angiogenic benefit by narrowing the vessels you are trying to grow. | Avoid nicotine products on treatment days entirely. This is non-negotiable for results. |
| 📈 Track Progress | Daily improvements are subtle. HRV, sleep scores and cognitive benchmarks reveal what you might otherwise miss. | Use a wearable (Oura, Garmin, Polar) to track HRV and sleep quality. Log energy and focus daily through your loading block. |
Evidence Base
PubMed References
Our protocols are grounded in peer-reviewed clinical research. Key studies underpinning our approach:
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PMID 34651335
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy: Protocol for a new era of regenerative medicineDescribes the Hyperoxic-Hypoxic Paradox — showing that repeated HBOT cycles trigger HIF-1α mediated gene expression changes that drive stem cell mobilisation, angiogenesis and cellular repair without the stress of true hypoxia.View on PubMed →
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PMID 33206579
Hachmo et al. (2020) — Hyperbaric oxygen therapy increases telomere length and decreases immunosenescenceA controlled trial in healthy adults showing that 60 HBOT sessions produced significant telomere lengthening and reduction of senescent T-cells — providing direct clinical evidence for HBOT’s anti-aging biological effects.View on PubMed →
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PMID 16104614
Thom et al. (2006) — Stem cell mobilisation by hyperbaric oxygenDemonstrated that a series of HBOT sessions triggers an eight-fold increase in circulating CD34+ stem cells — the progenitor cells responsible for vascular repair and tissue regeneration.View on PubMed →
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PMID 35668070
Hadanny et al. (2022) — HBOT improves post-COVID-19 cognitive dysfunctionA randomised controlled trial showing 40 HBOT sessions significantly improved attention, executive function and information processing speed in post-COVID patients, with correlated increases in brain perfusion on MRI.View on PubMed →
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PMID 22901546
Babul et al. — HBOT in sports injury and acute soft tissue repairReviewed the evidence for HBOT in musculoskeletal injury, finding support for its role in reducing oedema, accelerating collagen synthesis and shortening return-to-training timelines in athletes with soft tissue damage.View on PubMed →
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