Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: A Novel Treatment for Longevity, Brain Health, and Chronic Disease with Dr. Scott Sherr
Dec 6, 2023
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Dr. Scott Sherr, a board-certified internal medicine physician and founder of Integrative HBOT, unveils the incredible powers of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) in this talk. He explains how HBOT enhances oxygen delivery, promotes cellular healing, and combats aging by reducing 'zombie cells.' The discussion reveals its benefits for cognitive function and neurodegenerative diseases, emphasizing a personalized approach. Dr. Sherr also explores the safety and efficacy of different hyperbaric chambers, offering insights into its role in chronic disease management and cancer treatment.
Hyperbaric therapy can be used to treat a variety of conditions and has shown promise in improving cognitive function, longevity, and recovery from sports injuries.
There are two types of hyperbaric chambers: soft chambers for home use and mild pressures, and hard chambers for medical facilities that provide higher pressures for specific medical treatments.
The pressures used in hyperbaric therapy depend on the intended purpose, with neurologic pressures ranging from 1.3 to 2.0 atmospheres and systemic pressures typically ranging from 1.7 to 2.4 atmospheres.
Hyperbaric therapy offers various benefits, including increased stem cell release, improved blood flow, decreased inflammation, enhanced tissue healing, and potential reversal of aging markers for a wide range of conditions.
Deep dives
Hyperbaric therapy for healing and optimization
Hyperbaric therapy has the potential to change gene expression, promote healing, and optimize tissue health. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions such as wounds, carbon monoxide poisoning, infections, strokes, traumatic brain injuries, dementia, and autoimmune diseases. The therapy works by increasing atmospheric pressure and providing more oxygen to the body, which helps reverse low oxygen states, decrease inflammation, stimulate stem cell release, and promote new blood vessel formation. Hyperbaric therapy has shown promise in improving cognitive function, longevity, and recovery from sports injuries. While neurologic pressures between 1.3 and 2.0 atmospheres are typically used for day-to-day wellness, higher systemic pressures around 2.0 or greater are often used for medical indications. Soft chambers at home provide mild pressures for neurocognitive optimization, while hard chambers in medical facilities offer higher pressures for specific medical conditions. Both types of chambers have demonstrated benefits, but the deeper pressures of 2.0 atmospheres have shown more significant results in research studies.
Distinguishing between hard and soft chambers
Hard chambers are used in medical facilities and provide higher pressures, typically 2.0 or greater, for specific medical indications. Soft chambers, on the other hand, offer mild pressures ranging from 1.3 to 1.5 atmospheres. Soft chambers are suitable for home use and can be used for day-to-day neurocognitive optimization, wellness, and recovery from sports injuries. Hard chambers require medical supervision and offer more therapeutic benefits, while soft chambers provide a convenient option for regular use at home.
Protocols, pressures, and integrations
The pressures used in hyperbaric therapy depend on the intended purpose. Neurologic pressures range from 1.3 to 2.0 atmospheres, while systemic pressures are typically 1.7 to 2.4 atmospheres. Soft chambers are commonly used at 1.3 to 1.5 atmospheres for neurocognitive optimization. Hard chambers in medical facilities usually operate at 2.0 or higher for specific medical treatments. Integrations, such as optimizing blood flow before entering the chamber, incorporating additional therapies during chamber use, and enhancing recovery and exercise protocols after chamber sessions, can further enhance the benefits of hyperbaric therapy. However, it is important to work with knowledgeable professionals and follow safe usage guidelines.
Benefits and considerations of hyperbaric therapy
Hyperbaric therapy has demonstrated various benefits, including increased stem cell release, improved blood flow, decreased inflammation, enhanced tissue healing, and a potential reversal of aging markers. It has shown promise for a wide range of conditions, including wound healing, carbon monoxide poisoning, infections, strokes, traumatic brain injuries, dementia, autoimmune diseases, and sports injuries. Soft chambers at home offer convenience for regular wellness and neurocognitive optimization. Hard chambers in medical facilities provide more therapeutic benefits under the supervision of medical professionals. However, it is essential to consider individualized protocols, pressures, and integrations, and ensure the use of high-quality chambers from reputable manufacturers to ensure safety and maximize the potential benefits of hyperbaric therapy.
Optimizing Vascular Flow and Enhancing Health with Hyperbaric Therapy
Hyperbaric therapy is an integrative approach that involves optimizing vascular flow using various technologies, such as lights, cold therapy, and supplements. It can enhance vascular flow and provide potential benefits for several conditions. While mild hyperbaric chambers can be useful for day-to-day wellness and mild indications, higher pressure chambers (2.0) are more effective for certain conditions. The cost of hyperbaric chambers has decreased over time, making them more accessible. Longevity protocols typically involve 30-60 hyperbaric sessions, with maximum benefits observed around treatment 30-40. It's crucial to consider pressure, session duration, and frequency, as well as incorporate air breaks to prevent oxygen toxicity. Hyperbaric therapy has shown positive effects on the brain, improving cognitive function, depression, and PTSD symptoms. However, the effects of hyperbaric therapy in the long term are still uncertain, and periodic re-upping on protocols may be necessary for sustained benefits.
Safety, Efficacy, and Applications of Hyperbaric Therapy
Hyperbaric therapy offers a range of applications for various conditions. It is FDA approved and insurance covered for radiation injury, aiding tissue regeneration and blood vessel rebuilding. Hyperbaric therapy can also enhance chemotherapy and radiation effectiveness in cancer treatment, without evidence of tumor growth stimulation. It accelerates surgical recovery and can benefit cases of anemia or low oxygen levels. Moreover, hyperbaric therapy shows promise when used in conjunction with oxidative therapies and ketogenic diets for cancer patients. While there are different types of hyperbaric chambers available, ranging from FDA cleared to non-FDA, safety can be ensured by choosing reputable manufacturers and working with trusted clinicians. Access to hyperbaric facilities can be found through organizations like Hyperbaric Medical Solutions and the International Hyperbaric Medical Association.
One Base Health: Holistic Approach and Education for Hyperbaric Therapy
One Base Health, a company dedicated to hyperbaric therapy, offers comprehensive resources, educational platforms, and access to chambers for home use. With a focus on safety, efficacy, and affordability, they provide protocols, consultation services, and smart technology to optimize hyperbaric therapy. The company emphasizes the importance of holistic integration, considering personalized needs, and working alongside other health modalities. One Base Health aims to bridge the gap between traditional hyperbaric medicine and consumer interests, making this therapy more accessible. One can learn more about hyperbaric therapy, protocols, and create personalized hyperbaric protocols through their website. Additionally, their nonprofit organization, Health Optimization, Medicine, and Practice, supports the training of practitioners in health optimization.
I’m willing to bet oxygen isn’t front-of-mind for most of us each day. We can get what we need at any given moment: enough to conveniently power our lungs and bodies without any conscious work on our part. So you might be surprised to learn that oxygen is somewhat of an undercover superhero, and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) unleashes its powers for dramatic healing.
HBOT uses air pressure 2 to 3 times higher than the atmospheric pressure around us, helping our lungs gather much more oxygen than would be possible by breathing pure oxygen at standard air pressure. Amplifying oxygen in this way creates an environment that helps fight bacteria and triggers growth factors and stem cells for deep healing.
On today’s episode of The Doctor’s Farmacy, I’m excited to talk to Dr. Scott Sherr all about Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and how we can use it to maximize healing and reverse aging.
Dr. Scott Sherr is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician Certified in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe). He is the founder of Integrative HBOT, a worldwide telemedicine practice where he consults and educates patients and clinics using his novel approach to hyperbaric therapy that includes cutting-edge and dynamic HBOT protocols, comprehensive laboratory testing (using the HOMe framework), targeted supplementation, personal practices, synergistic technologies (new and ancient), and more.
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Here are more details from our interview (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):
What is HBOT and how does it work? (5:19 / 3:29)
Insurance-approved and off-label indications for HBOT (13:48 / 11:58)
HBOT for Lyme disease, vascular health, longevity, and more (18:51 / 17:01)
HBOT for neurodegenerative disease (26:57 / 22:19)
HBOT for recovery, anti-aging, and health optimization (34:34 / 29:57)
Types of HBOT chambers (39:28 / 34:51)
HBOT protocols for frequency, dose, and duration (49:18 / 44:40)
HBOT and cognitive function (57:00 / 52:23)
Safety and efficacy of HBOT chambers (1:08:55 / 1:04:03)
HBOT and cancer treatment (1:12:52 / 1:08:15)
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