Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Diabetic Foot Ulcers
What is a Diabetic Foot Ulcer?
A diabetic foot ulcer is an open wound most commonly found on the sole of the foot or at pressure points.
Diabetes can affect blood flow and nerve function. Reduced sensation means small injuries may go unnoticed. At the same time, the reduced blood flow can delay healing. This means the ulcers/wounds can take longer to heal become bigger or infected. All of these factors can make diabetic foot ulcers difficult to manage.
What is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) involves breathing high-concentration oxygen through a mask in a pressurised chamber.
This allows more oxygen to dissolve into the bloodstream and reach tissues with reduced blood supply.
Oxygen plays a key role in many normal processes within the body, including healing and recovery. By increasing oxygen availability, HBOT can support tissue repair, collagen production, new blood vessel formation, and the body’s immune responses that help manage infection.
By reducing substances in the body that drive inflammation (inflammatory cytokines), HBOT may also help to ease swelling and discomfort.
HBOT is always used in addition to standard medical treatment, not as a replacement.
When HBOT May Be Considered for Diabetic Foot Ulcers
HBOT is sometimes considered as part of a wider care plan for people with diabetic foot ulcers, particularly where:
The ulcer is slow to heal despite appropriate standard care
There is reduced tissue oxygenation
There is concern about complications, including risk of amputation
HBOT may support the body’s natural repair processes.
Use of HBOT for Radiation
HBOT is an established supportive treatment for certain types of radiation injury. It is an FDA (US food and drug regulator), European Committee for Hyperbaric Medicine and HSE recognised supportive treatment.
https://www.uhms.org/resources/featured-resources/hbo-indications.html
What to Expect at OxyGeneration
OxyGeneration provides HBOT in a calm clinical environment, delivered by a trained and experienced team.
Some clients are referred by a healthcare professional, but self-referral is also welcomed. All clients complete a screening questionnaire to check suitability. In some situations, we may ask clients to confirm suitability with their GP or medical specialist before proceeding.
For radiation injury, a course of 20–40 sessions is typical, although the number recommended will depend on individual circumstances and response to treatment.
OxyGeneration does not provide emergency medical treatment. We do not diagnose or manage medical conditions, and HBOT is not a replacement for standard medical care. Clients remain under the supervision of their GP or consultant for the management of their condition. As with all treatments, outcomes can vary from person to person.
If you would like to find out more about HBOT and whether it might be appropriate for you, please contact our team for more information.
Important Information
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is not suitable for everyone.
Please visit our Suitability page for further information.
Testimonial
“I firmly believe for diabetic non-healing wounds, hyperbaric oxygenation could turn healing around for diabetics around the world. Hyperbaric oxygenation (23 sessions) has prevented me from requiring amputation surgery that was recommended to me as my only option.”
— Kathleen Costello, Client (40-session recommended cycle)
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