ALZHEIMER’S / DEMENTIA AND HBOT 101
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According to the National Institutes of Health, “Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and, eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. Its is the most common cause of dementia in older adults.
Cognitive decline has become a significant concern in the Western World. Over 50% of individuals aged 60+ express concerns about declining cognitive abilities. More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s.
Currently, no treatment for Alzheimer’s exist. Until recently, medical conditions and management strategies were the only options and they merely temporarily relieve symptoms.
Recent research shows promising hope for other options. In 209 the first PET scan documented improvement in brain metabolism in Alzheimer’s Disease.
A 2020 study demonstrated that hyperbaric oxygen therapy can significantly enhance the cognitive performance of health in older adults.
ENHANCED PERFORMANCE
- Improved attention
- Increased memory
- Enhanced concentration
THE BRAIN ON HBOT
- Enhanced processing speed
- Enhanced executive function
- Improved brain blood flow
IMPROVED QUALITY OF LIFE
- Induces angiogenesis
- Lower incidence of disorientation
- Resolved anxiety
- Better sleep
- Ease of conversation
- Appetite improvement
- Increase abilities to perform daily activities
- Improve gross motor function
- Stem cell proliferation
- Enhanced tissue repair