Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
At Optimal Health Clinic, we take time to understand your health history, lifestyle, symptoms and goals before discussing whether HBOT is the most appropriate option for you.
More than just oxygen therapy
Breathe. Recover. Optimise.
At Optimal Health Clinic, HBOT is never recommended in isolation. We take time to understand your health history, lifestyle, symptoms and goals before discussing whether Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is the right option for you.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, also known as HBOT, is a non-invasive therapy that involves spending time in a pressurised chamber. By increasing atmospheric pressure, the body is able to absorb higher levels of oxygen than would normally be possible under standard atmospheric conditions.
At Optimal Health Clinic, HBOT forms part of our personalised and evidence-informed approach to health optimisation, recovery, resilience and overall wellbeing.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Supporting the body’s natural repair processes
Many people choose Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy as part of a wider health and wellbeing programme. It may be used to support recovery, physical resilience, exercise recovery, healthy ageing, mental clarity and general physiological optimisation.
Every person responds differently, which is why we take a personalised approach. Some clients may benefit from occasional sessions, while others may be better suited to a structured programme following a more detailed clinical health and wellbeing assessment.
Our aim is to help you understand whether HBOT is suitable for you and how it may fit into your wider health goals.
HBOT may support:
- Cellular energy production
- Tissue repair and recovery
- Oxygen delivery
- Healthy circulation
- Natural inflammatory and healing responses
- Adaptation after physical stress or injury
A Calm, Pressurised Therapy Environment
What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?
Although it is commonly called Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, it is the combination of increased atmospheric pressure and oxygen that creates the therapeutic environment. During a Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy session, you spend time inside a pressurised chamber. The increased atmospheric pressure allows the body to absorb higher levels of oxygen than it would usually be able to under normal conditions.
HBOT is often chosen by people who are looking to support their recovery, resilience and overall wellbeing. It can also be considered as part of a broader health optimisation plan alongside lifestyle changes, nutrition, functional health recommendations and other supportive therapies.
At Optimal Health Clinic, HBOT is not offered as a one-size-fits-all treatment. We consider your wider health picture, goals and personal circumstances before making recommendations.
In simpler terms
HBOT helps create an environment where more oxygen can become available to the body’s tissues, supporting natural recovery and adaptation.
Potential Benefits of HBOT
Why People Choose HBOT
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy may help support:
Recovery and Healing
Injury recovery, surgery recovery, tissue repair, wound healing, musculoskeletal recovery, sports recovery.
Brain and Neurological Health
Concussion, stroke, mild traumatic brain injury, neurological rehabilitation, cognitive performance, mental clarity.
Physical Wellbeing
Fatigue, reduced energy, healthy ageing, physical resilience, general wellbeing.
Health Optimisation
Proactive health support, recovery from everyday demands, long-term wellbeing.
As every individual is unique, responses to therapy will vary. We will always aim to guide you towards the most appropriate session type or programme based on your needs.
A Supportive Option for Health,
Recovery and Wellbeing
Is HBOT right for you?
Rather than recommending HBOT based only on a symptom or diagnosis, we look at your current health, medical history, lifestyle, recovery goals and the physiological processes we may be looking to support. For some people, HBOT may be the most appropriate recommendation. For others, another therapy or wider health assessment may be more suitable.
It may be considered by people interested in:
- Supporting recovery after physical strain or exercise
- Improving their general wellbeing routine
- Supporting physical resilience
- Adding a therapy to a wider health optimisation programme
- Understanding their health in more detail through assessment and testing
If you are unsure whether HBOT is suitable for you, please speak to the clinic before booking. We can guide you through the options and let you know whether an assessment is recommended.
Pathways
Your Journey at Optimal Health Clinic
Everyone comes to Optimal Health Clinic for a different reason. Some clients want to recover and feel more energised. Others want support with stress, sleep, hormones, pelvic health, inflammation, mood, focus or long-term wellness.
Our team can help you understand which therapies may be suitable and how they can work together as part of a wider wellbeing plan.
1. Discovery Consultation
A free 30-minute conversation to discuss your health goals, ask questions and understand how we work.
2. HBOT Only Pathway
For clients who already know they want to experience HBOT. A health screening is completed before the first session.
3. Comprehensive Health Assessment
For clients who want a broader view of the factors influencing their health, including lifestyle, sleep, stress, nutrition, movement, breathing and personal goals.
4. Looking Beyond the Chamber
HBOT is only one part of recovery. Sleep, nutrition, hydration, breathing, stress and movement can all influence how the body repairs and adapts.
Treatment Options & Costs
Pricing Guide
The prices below are provided as a guide to help you understand the likely investment involved. Every person’s needs are different, so the most suitable option may depend on your health goals, current concerns, session frequency and any additional support recommended as part of your wider wellbeing plan.
Where appropriate, we will talk you through the options and help you choose the most suitable route before you commit to a programme.
Should you decide to purchase a therapy programme following your initial appointment, the cost of your first Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy session will be deducted from your chosen package.
Complimentary Discovery Consultation
30-minutes
Free
A single session may be suitable if you would like to experience Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy or include occasional sessions within your wider health and wellbeing routine.
Initial HBOT Therapy Session
1 Session
£65 per session
A single session may be suitable if you would like to experience Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy or include occasional sessions within your wider health and wellbeing routine.
HBOT Recovery & Wellness Programme
10 Sessions
£60 per session
This structured programme is designed for individuals seeking a more consistent approach to recovery, resilience, performance and overall wellbeing.
HBOT Health Optimisation Programme
20+ Sessions
£55 per session
Available following completion of the Clinical Health & Wellbeing Assessment and personalised programme planning.
Flexible Payment Options
30+ Sessions
£50 per session
For programmes of 30 sessions or more, payment may be spread across three monthly instalments.
Total Investment: £1,650
Three Monthly Payments of £550
A Personalised Approach
Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, we seek to understand the wider factors that may be influencing health and wellbeing. Our personalised approach combines evidence-informed therapies, clinical assessment, education, and lifestyle recommendations to support each client on their individual journey towards optimal health.
Personalised Therapeutic Programmes
For programmes of 30 sessions or more
For individuals considering a programme of more than 20 Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy sessions, a Comprehensive Clinical Health & Wellbeing Assessment is required prior to commencing therapy. This initial session is designed to explore your health history, current concerns, symptoms, lifestyle factors, goals, and any relevant medical information. This allows us to develop a personalised therapeutic programme tailored to your individual needs.
Following the assessment, recommendations may include:
- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy frequency and duration
- Biofeedback
- Infrared Sauna Therapy
- Buteyko Breathing Therapy
- Nutritional and lifestyle interventions
- Neurofeedback
- 19-Lead QEEG Brain Mapping
- Photobiomodulation
- Functional health recommendations
- Ozone Sauna Therapy
- Pressotherapy
- Vitamin D Testing
- Nutrigenomic Analysis, Lifecode GX
- NTA Bio-Resonance Testing
- Additional testing where clinically indicated
Our approach recognises that every individual is unique. Rather than applying a standard protocol, recommendations are tailored to support the individual’s physiological recovery, health optimisation goals, and overall wellbeing.
The Clinical Health & Wellbeing Assessment is designed to identify potential factors that may be influencing health and wellbeing and to provide personalised recommendations based on the information gathered. Clients are free to implement these recommendations through Optimal Health Clinic NE Ltd or through their existing healthcare providers.
Choosing the Right HBOT Programme
Why Consistency Matters
No two people come to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy with the same health history, recovery goals or lifestyle. For this reason, we do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to HBOT.
The number and frequency of sessions recommended will depend on your current health, the reason you are considering therapy and the outcomes you hope to achieve. During your consultation, we will take time to understand your individual circumstances and, where appropriate, recommend a programme that reflects your personal health goals and physiological needs.
Like many health interventions, the effects of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy are often cumulative. Some people report positive changes after only a few sessions, while others may require a longer course before noticing meaningful improvements. This variation is normal and reflects the individual way each person responds to increased oxygen availability.
For clients undertaking a programme of HBOT, consistency is often an important part of supporting the body’s ability to adapt and respond. Where appropriate, we may recommend attending several sessions each week during the initial phase of therapy, before gradually reducing the frequency as your programme progresses.
Your programme will never be static. Throughout your therapy, we will regularly review your progress, discuss any changes you have noticed and answer any questions you may have. If appropriate, your programme may be adjusted to reflect your progress, changing priorities or wider health goals.
Our aim is to ensure every recommendation continues to support your wellbeing in the most appropriate and effective way.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Is HBOT Right for You?
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy may not be suitable for everyone. Before starting HBOT, especially if you are considering a longer programme, it is important that we understand your health history, current concerns and any relevant medical information.
If you have an existing medical condition, are under the care of a healthcare professional, are pregnant, or are unsure whether HBOT is suitable for you, please contact the clinic before booking.
HBOT should not be used as a replacement for medical care, diagnosis or treatment from your GP, consultant or healthcare provider.
As every individual is unique, responses to therapy will vary. We will always aim to guide you towards the most appropriate session type or programme based on your needs.
Not sure where to start?
Choosing the Right HBOT THerapy
Soft chamber or hard chamber?
One of the most common questions we are asked is whether a hard chamber is better than a soft chamber.
The answer is not as simple as choosing one over the other.
Both hard and soft hyperbaric chambers have an important place within Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. The most appropriate option depends upon the clinical circumstances, the pressure required and the goals of therapy.
At Optimal Health Clinic, we use a medical grade mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy chamber, designed specifically for delivering therapy in a safe, comfortable and carefully controlled environment.
It is important to understand that this is not comparable to a spa experience or relaxation pod. It is a recognised therapeutic intervention that uses increased atmospheric pressure to enhance oxygen availability throughout the body.
Research into mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy continues to develop, with increasing interest in its role in supporting recovery, tissue repair and overall physiological wellbeing.
For some medical conditions, treatment within a higher pressure may be the most appropriate option. Where this is the case, we will discuss this with you and provide guidance towards the most suitable service.
Our priority is always to recommend the approach that is in your best interests.
Our Practitioner
Clinical Expertise You Can Trust
Choosing Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is about far more than choosing a chamber.
It is about choosing the knowledge, experience and clinical judgement behind every recommendation.
Dr Sara Young is a Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Clinician, having completed advanced training and certification under the guidance of internationally recognised educator Dr Jason Sonners. Her clinical practice combines expertise in neuroscience, psychotherapy, functional medicine and physiological wellbeing, allowing her to consider the wider factors that influence health rather than focusing on symptoms alone.
Professional development is central to our approach. As research into Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and integrative healthcare continues to evolve, we remain committed to ongoing education, ensuring that our recommendations reflect current evidence and best practice wherever possible.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Working With Integrity
One of the values that defines Optimal Health Clinic is honesty.
If we believe Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is likely to support your health goals, we will explain why.
Equally, if we believe another therapy, a different clinical approach or referral to another healthcare professional would better meet your needs, we will tell you.
Our recommendations are never driven by the therapies we provide. They are guided by what we believe is most appropriate for your health and wellbeing.
Your health will always come before the services we offer.
Our recommendations are guided by your wellbeing, not by the therapies we offer. If HBOT is right for you, we will explain why. If another route is more appropriate, we will explain that too.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Are There Any Contraindications?
As with any healthcare intervention, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is not suitable for everyone. Before your first session, we complete a comprehensive health screening to ensure that the therapy is safe and appropriate for your individual circumstances.
There are two absolute contraindications to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy:
- An untreated pneumothorax (collapsed lung).
- Inability to equalise your ears
In addition, certain medical conditions, medications and recent surgical procedures may require further assessment or medical clearance before Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy can begin. For example, if you are currently receiving treatment with the chemotherapy medication doxorubicin (Adriamycin®), or you have completed treatment within the previous six weeks, medical clearance will be required before proceeding. These circumstances do not necessarily prevent you from receiving Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, but they do require careful clinical consideration to ensure the therapy is both safe and appropriate for you.
If there is any uncertainty about whether Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is appropriate for you, we will discuss this with you and, where necessary, liaise with your GP or consultant before proceeding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy FAQ
The number of sessions varies from person to person and depends upon your current health, the reason you are considering Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and your personal goals. Some people attend individual sessions as part of their wellbeing routine, while others may benefit from a structured programme over several weeks. During your consultation, we will discuss your circumstances and recommend a programme that reflects your individual needs.
Yes. Many clients choose to experience Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy before committing to a programme, while others attend individual sessions to support their ongoing health and wellbeing.
For most people, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is a very safe therapy when provided following appropriate health screening and delivered by a trained clinician.
Before your first session, we complete a detailed health questionnaire and discuss your medical history to ensure the therapy is safe and appropriate for you. If we have any concerns, we may request further medical information or advise that another approach would be more suitable.
Your safety will always remain our first priority.
During your session, you will relax inside our comfortable medical grade hyperbaric chamber while the pressure is gradually increased.
As the chamber pressurises, you may notice a sensation similar to that experienced during an aeroplane flight. We will show you simple techniques to equalise the pressure in your ears and remain with you throughout the session to ensure you feel comfortable.
Many people choose to read, meditate and relax while enjoying the session.
At the end of the therapy, the pressure is slowly returned to normal before you leave the chamber.
Yes.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy often complements other evidence informed therapies, including nutritional support, breathing techniques, functional medicine approaches and lifestyle interventions.
Where appropriate, we will discuss whether combining therapies may provide additional benefit in helping you achieve your health goals.
Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy suitable for children?
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy may be appropriate for some children, depending upon their medical history and the reason for therapy.
Every child is assessed individually, and parents or guardians remain fully involved throughout the consultation, screening and consent process.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy may be appropriate for some children, depending on their medical history and the reason for therapy. Every child is assessed individually, and a parent or guardian is involved throughout the consultation and consent process.
No. Every person responds differently, and no responsible healthcare professional can guarantee specific outcomes. Our role is to provide honest, evidence informed guidance, monitor your progress and support your body's natural physiological processes throughout your journey.
As with any healthcare intervention, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is not suitable for everyone. Before your first session, we complete a comprehensive health screening to ensure that the therapy is safe and appropriate for your individual circumstances.
There are two absolute contraindications to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy:
- An untreated pneumothorax (collapsed lung).
- Inability to equalise your ears
In addition, certain medical conditions, medications and recent surgical procedures may require further assessment or medical clearance before Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy can begin. For example, if you are currently receiving treatment with the chemotherapy medication doxorubicin (Adriamycin®), or you have completed treatment within the previous six weeks, medical clearance will be required before proceeding. These circumstances do not necessarily prevent you from receiving Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, but they do require careful clinical consideration to ensure the therapy is both safe and appropriate for you.
If there is any uncertainty about whether Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is appropriate for you, we will discuss this with you and, where necessary, liaise with your GP or consultant before proceeding.
A typical Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy session lasts approximately 60 minutes but sessions can last up to 90 minutes and twice per day depending on the protocol, although your first appointment is often slightly longer to allow time for you to orientate yourself with the process and chamber.