Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) in Dublin
One of the most powerful tools for cellular repair, recovery and resilience available in our clinical practice in Sandyford, Dublin 18.
What is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and how does it help the body heal?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) involves breathing high-concentration oxygen inside a pressurised chamber.
At increased atmospheric pressure, oxygen dissolves directly into the blood plasma at significantly higher concentrations than normal breathing allows. This oxygen-rich environment reaches tissues and cells throughout the body, including areas with reduced circulation, and supports a wide range of biological repair and recovery processes.
At Luma, HBOT is integrated into our programmes as both a standalone therapy and as part of broader treatment protocols for pain, sports recovery, inflammation and general health.
Under normal conditions, oxygen is carried almost entirely by red blood cells. At increased pressure, oxygen also dissolves directly into blood plasma, cerebrospinal fluid, lymphatic fluid and interstitial fluid.This significantly increases the oxygen available to every tissue in the body, including areas that may be poorly perfused or under inflammatory stress.
The body responds to this environment in several ways:
- Tissue oxygenation improves throughout the body, including in areas of injury or chronic inflammation where circulation is compromised.
- The immune response is supported, with HBOT shown to
- New blood vessel formation is stimulated in areas where circulation has been reduced, supporting longer-term improvements in tissue health.
Why hyperbaric oxygen therapy works, and how it's integrated into Luma's programmes.
Enhanced tissue oxygenation
By dissolving oxygen directly into blood plasma, HBOT delivers oxygen to tissues that red blood cells alone may not reach effectively. This is particularly significant for areas of chronic inflammation or compromised circulation, where healing has been limited by inadequate oxygen supply.
HBOT stimulates the formation of new blood vessels in areas of reduced circulation. Over a programme of sessions, this supports lasting improvements in blood flow, not just temporary increases during the session itself.
Anti-inflammatory action
HBOT modulates inflammatory signalling throughout the body. For conditions maintained by chronic inflammation, a structured programme of HBOT sessions supports a meaningful reduction in the overall inflammatory burden.
Combination with other therapies
Within Luma's recovery programmes, HBOT can be used alongside GigaLaser™ and other clinic therapies. Sessions are scheduled around your week.
What conditions does HBOT support?
Recovery
Post-surgical recovery, sports injuries and soft tissue damage, where increased oxygen delivery supports more complete and efficient healing.
Chronic conditions
Conditions involving persistent inflammation, compromised circulation or slow tissue repair, where systemic oxygenation helps create a more favourable biological environment.
General health and longevity
For people focused on long-term cellular health and resilience, regular HBOT sits within our wellness programmes as a tool for maintaining the oxygenation and regenerative capacity that healthy ageing depends on.
Recovery and wellbeing support
HBOT is being researched for recovery after training, injury and surgery. We use hyperbaric oxygen therapy as a supportive recovery tool, not a treatment for medical conditions.
What to expect during a HBOT session?
HBOT sessions at Luma take place in a comfortable, pressurised chamber. Sessions typically last between 60 and 90 minutes, during which you breathe high-concentration oxygen through a mask or hood.
Most people find sessions relaxing. You may notice a mild sensation of pressure in your ears during pressurisation, similar to descending in an aircraft, which resolves quickly.
A standard programme of HBOT at Luma is typically structured over a defined course of sessions, with the frequency and duration tailored to your specific goals and condition. Our clinical team monitors your response throughout and adjusts the programme accordingly.
Benefits build progressively over a course of sessions rather than from a single treatment. Most people notice meaningful changes in energy, recovery and how they feel within the first few weeks of a structured programme.
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Key Benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
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Small studies have found that an hour of hyperbaric oxygen therapy after intense exercise helped heart rate, blood lactate and muscle blood flow return to normal faster than resting normally.
In a small study at 1.3 ATA, people who recovered in a hyperbaric chamber after hard cycling reported lower fatigue and better mood an hour later than when they rested normally.
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A randomised trial in athletes found that a course of 20 sessions at 1.5 ATA triggered the body's own protective responses against oxidative stress, the wear and tear that builds up with intense training.
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At Luma, HBOT can be combined with GigaLaser™ sessions as part of one recovery plan for injury, post-surgery recovery or heavy training blocks, with both scheduled around your week.
The soft chamber pressurises gradually to a level similar to a few metres underwater. Most people find the hour relaxing: you can lie back, rest or read.
A dedicated hour of quiet, horizontal rest is part of the appeal for many clients, particularly in busy training or recovery periods.
