Head Injuries in Sports: The Silent Alarm and the Healing Power of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

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Head Injuries in Sports: The Silent Alarm and the Healing Power of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

The challenge with head traumas lies in their deceptive nature; symptoms may not surface immediately, allowing the injury to progress unnoticed. Recognizing the urgency of addressing every head injury, regardless of its initial appearance, is crucial for the well-being of athletes. This blog aims to highlight the importance of vigilant care and monitoring for head injuries, emphasizing that early intervention is key to preventing long-term damage.

Enter Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), a groundbreaking treatment that offers a new horizon in the management and recovery of sports-related head injuries.

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The Science of Healing: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Chronic Wounds

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The Science of Healing: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Chronic Wounds

Non-healing or chronic wounds, such as various ulcers and pressure ulcers (bedsores), pose a significant healthcare challenge due to their persistent nature, often not healing for three months or more. These wounds, primarily affecting lower extremities like legs and feet, require complex management to prevent severe complications. Pressure ulcers, a type of chronic wound, typically occur from prolonged pressure on the skin, affecting those with limited mobility or extended bed rest. Treating these wounds effectively demands specialized medical care and a deep understanding of their underlying causes. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a promising treatment for chronic wounds, delivering 100% oxygen at high pressures to enhance blood flow, promote wound closure, and stimulate tissue regeneration.

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Red Light Therapy Helps Reduce Inflammation

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Red Light Therapy Helps Reduce Inflammation

Red light therapy is a non-invasive treatment that has been shown to have numerous potential benefits for pain and inflammation. This therapy involves exposing the skin to red light wavelengths which penetrate the skin and stimulate the production of cellular energy. This increased energy production can lead to a reduction in pain and inflammation in the body because your body can utilize it to promote more efficient healing.

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5 Ways Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Boosts Anti-Aging

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5 Ways Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Boosts Anti-Aging

As we age, our bodies undergo a variety of changes that can contribute to the development of age-related diseases and a decline in overall health. However, research has shown that hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) may offer a solution to some age-related issues. HBOT is a non-invasive treatment that involves two things: breathing in 100% oxygen & relaxing in a pressurized chamber. By combing these two elements, HBOT can help to increase the amount of oxygen that is delivered to the body’s tissues that are in need of nutrients for natural recovery. This increased oxygen delivery can help to promote many different benefits for the body, and today’s blog will go over the top 5 benefits of using HBOT to promote anti-aging.

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Protect Your Knees: A Look At The Three Most Meniscus Injury Causes

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Protect Your Knees: A Look At The Three Most Meniscus Injury Causes

Meniscus tears can be a painful and debilitating injury that may limit a person’s mobility and quality of life. Fortunately, physical therapy and chiropractic care can be an effective treatment option, especially when combined with hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment. Meniscus tears will present different symptoms for each person, and having a healthcare professional assess your injury will help determine the treatment plan.

When it comes to suffering from a meniscus tear, there are a number of factors that can impact the severity of the injury. The Top 3 Common Reasons for meniscus tears that are seen at HealthFit are related to Sports Injuries, Traumatic Injuries, Age & Wear and Tear.

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5 Reasons Why Soft Tissue Manipulation Is Important For Chiropractic Adjustments

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5 Reasons Why Soft Tissue Manipulation Is Important For Chiropractic Adjustments

Chiropractic adjustments are great for correcting imbalances in your joints and spine, but in many cases, that may not address everything your specific condition requires. With the combination of chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue manipulation and corrective exercises'; our chiropractors are able help alleviate your pain, and set the ground work to ensure your it does not return. That is why our chiropractors take the time to further enhance each adjustment with soft tissue manipulation.

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Easing Your Nerves: The Safety and Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy

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Easing Your Nerves: The Safety and Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy

As a pregnant woman, we understand that your body goes through many changes that can cause discomfort and pain. You many not realize it, but one way to alleviate these symptoms and prepare your body for labor and delivery is through chiropractic care.

Chiropractic care is a safe and gentle form of healthcare that focuses on restoring proper alignment to the spine and pelvis. More specifically, our Webster Certified Chiropractors are skilled in treating prenatal patients with this type of care. Having treated hundreds of women in the Pasadena area, we have seen the the positive effect this type of care has had on so many lives.

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Reduce Your Inflammation With The Natural Healing Capabilities of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

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Reduce Your Inflammation With The Natural Healing Capabilities of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Inflammation is a common side effect that can occur following an infection, injury or when the body fights against foreign toxins. The physical appearances of inflammation are seen as, but not limited to, swelling of the injured site, increased redness and bruising, and feeling hot to the touch. There are also instances where inflammation or irritation can affect your body in the deeper levels of your tissues. 

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How Is LAFC Goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau Recovering From His Injury At MLS Cup?

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How Is LAFC Goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau Recovering From His Injury At MLS Cup?

While the team is celebrating the win for the days and weeks to follow, there is a reality that Max has to face with his recovery. The things he was used to doing on a normal basis were no more.

Imagine coming from the highs of being the starting goalkeeper in a championship game to having surgery the next day while the rest of your teammates and family are at the victory parade. 

Imagine not being able to attend the World Cup with the Canada National Team, their first one in the last 26 years. 

Bottom line… It’s Tough!

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Are You Feeling Frustrated With Your Lack Of Concentration and Mental Clarity?

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Are You Feeling Frustrated With Your Lack Of Concentration and Mental Clarity?

The truth may be that there are some underlying issues affecting your overall mental clarity. Your body’s ability to adapt to stress and fatigue while operating at a productive level begins to deteriorate after time. For some people, this is a gradual change, and for others, it may feel like it came about all of a sudden. Those moments of rapid change may lead you to believe that you are feeling tired or having a rough day at work, when in reality, it has to do with much more than that.

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