Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a medical treatment that involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized room or chamber. This therapy is known for its ability to enhance the body’s natural healing processes. Here are some diseases and conditions that can benefit from hyperbaric oxygen therapy:

1. Decompression Sickness: Often experienced by divers, HBOT is an effective treatment for this condition.
2. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: The therapy helps remove carbon monoxide from the blood more quickly.
3. Non-Healing Wounds: Especially in diabetic patients, HBOT can promote the healing of chronic wounds.
4. Radiation Injuries: It can be used to treat tissue damage caused by radiation therapy such as cancer. Note: cancer hates oxygenation in the cell.
5. Infections: Certain infections, such as necrotizing fasciitis or osteomyelitis, may benefit from increased oxygen levels.
6. Skin Grafts and Flaps: HBOT can improve the success rate of skin grafts and flaps by enhancing oxygen supply to the affected area.
7. Chronic Refractory Osteomyelitis: This bone infection can be resistant to standard treatments, but HBOT can help by improving antibiotic efficacy and tissue regeneration.
8. Crush Injuries and Acute Traumatic Ischemia: HBOT can reduce swelling and improve oxygen supply to injured tissues.

While hyperbaric oxygen therapy is beneficial for these and other conditions, it is important for patients to undergo evaluation by a healthcare professional to determine if it is an appropriate treatment for their specific condition.