HBOT Before Surgery: The Secret to Better Results

When planning for surgery in Los Angeles—whether it's a cosmetic procedure in Beverly Hills or an orthopedic repair—most patients focus entirely on the recovery period after the operation. However, top surgeons and proactive patients are increasingly using Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) before going under the knife. This process, known as "surgical pre-conditioning," prepares your body to handle the trauma of surgery, significantly improving outcomes before the first incision is even made.

What is Surgical Pre-Conditioning?

Surgery is a controlled trauma. Even skilled procedures disrupt blood vessels, causing immediate tissue hypoxia (lack of oxygen) and inflammation. Pre-conditioning with HBOT involves undergoing treatments in a hard-shell chamber 24 to 48 hours prior to your surgery.

The goal is simple: flood your tissues with up to 1,200% more oxygen than normal. This creates a physiological "buffer" that protects your cells during the procedure and jumpstarts the healing process immediately.

The Three Key Benefits of Pre-Surgery HBOT

• Reduced Risk of Infection: Your immune system's white blood cells rely on oxygen to fight bacteria—a process called the "oxidative burst." By saturating your body with oxygen beforehand, you supercharge your immune defense right when infection risks are highest.

• Minimizing Bruising and Swelling: HBOT induces vasoconstriction (tightening of blood vessels) while simultaneously hyper-oxygenating the blood. This unique combination helps limit fluid leakage into tissues (edema) without starving them of oxygen, resulting in significantly less post-op swelling.

• Preserving Tissue Health: In procedures like facelifts, tummy tucks, or breast reconstruction, blood supply is often compromised. Pre-oxygenated tissues are more resilient to this stress, drastically lowering the risk of necrosis (tissue death) or delayed wound healing.

The Importance of Pressure: Why Soft Chambers Aren't Enough

To achieve the deep tissue saturation required for effective pre-conditioning, medical literature consistently points to pressures above 1.5 ATA. Soft-shell chambers, commonly found in wellness spas, typically max out at 1.3 ATA.

At OxyRenew, our hard-shell chamber operates at 2.0 ATA. This higher pressure is critical for dissolving oxygen directly into the blood plasma, ensuring it reaches compromised tissues that red blood cells alone cannot reach. If you are investing in surgery, ensure your preparation is clinical-grade.

Recommended Protocol

For most patients in Los Angeles, we recommend a simple, efficient protocol to optimize results:

• 1-2 Sessions: Completed within 3 days prior to your surgery date.

• Post-Op Follow Up: Resuming sessions 24-48 hours after surgery to maintain oxygen levels and accelerate collagen production.

Prepare for Your Surgery with OxyRenew

Don't wait until you are swollen and in pain to think about recovery. By preparing your body with HBOT, you can reduce downtime and achieve the aesthetic or functional results you desire.

Book your pre-surgery sessions online or contact our team to discuss a coordinated plan with your surgeon.