When I consult with clients who have complex medical conditions, I experience a mix of emotions. As a passionate advocate for HBOT, I feel excited about the potential for this treatment to be the missing link in improving someone’s quality of life. This, thankfully, has been the case for so many people! At the same time, I am realistic about advising clients on potential outcomes. The science behind HBOT is extremely positive—we know that every cell in the body needs oxygen to heal, making it the currency of life. This means that increased oxygen will offer benefits but will they be the benefits that the person is expecting?
This was my approach with Aisling, who has a very complex medical history and had been living in chronic pain, struggling to function in our fast-paced world. She has kindly given me permission to share her story, hoping to help others who might be in a similar situation.
Aisling was taking a cocktail of medications, some of which were just to manage the symptoms caused by other medications. On paper she looked to be an ideal candidate to benefit from HBOT but Aisling had not achieved the expected relief with these conventional medications and so managing expectations in advance of HBOT was so important.
Then she tried HBOT….
Aisling says:
“Hyperbaric Oxygenation Therapy changed my life; I really did not expect the results I achieved. After nearly a decade of extreme difficulty participating in work or social activities due to neurological pain, constant spasms, nausea, and exhaustion, I am finally starting to get my life back. The staff and environment were warm and supportive—I cannot thank them enough for making my visits as enjoyable as possible despite my chronic pain and aphasia. I was supported to be as comfortable as possible during sessions and facilitated to take as much time as I needed afterward. When I started in January, I did not expect to be liberated from pain medication by March or April. In May, I participated in a two-day interactive event without needing excessive breaks or any mobility aid. I still have internal spasms, but they are manageable with one medication. I still need to take care of my energy, but my disorder is no longer preventing me from participating in life. I’m optimistic that with regular oxygenation and healthy nutrition, my disorder may fully resolve. Even if not, I am back living my life again and able to advocate for myself. I wish I’d tried this years ago rather than as a last resort.”
Aisling’s story reminds me of how important it is to continue to inform people on the use and benefits of hyperbaric oxygenation. It has and will continue to be the missing piece for a lot of people looking to enhance their quality of life but many still remain unaware of this option. HBOT offers a holistic and natural approach to healing and recovery. As you can imagine stories like this fuel my passion for HBOT and really ignites my desire to ensure more and more people know about the amazing benefits of hyperbaric oxygenation. In Aisling’s words “Hyperbaric oxygenation therapy changed my life!”
