Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) for Surgery Preparation and Post-Surgical Recovery

Successful surgical outcomes depend on adequate tissue oxygenation, efficient wound healing, control of inflammation, and restoration of normal blood supply to healing tissues. Research suggests that HBOT may help optimize the body's healing environment before surgery and support recovery afterward by promoting angiogenesis, collagen synthesis, and tissue repair. Studies have demonstrated reductions in postoperative complications, improved wound healing, decreased rates of surgical site infection, and enhanced recovery of compromised tissues. HBOT has also been shown to support the survival of grafts and flaps by improving tissue viability in areas with impaired circulation. In orthopedic and reconstructive surgery, HBOT has been associated with improved healing of bone and soft tissues, particularly in patients at higher risk for delayed recovery.

These benefits may be especially relevant for individuals undergoing major orthopedic procedures, plastic and reconstructive surgeries, radiation-related surgeries, or operations involving compromised tissue quality. While HBOT is not routinely indicated for every surgical patient, the evidence suggests it can be a valuable adjunct in selected surgical populations where healing and tissue preservation are critical.