HBO and Parkinsons

What is Parkinsons?

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a brain disorder that leads to shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with walking, balancing and coordination. The symptoms of Parkinson’s usually begin gradually and get worse over time. As the disease progresses, people may have difficultly walking and talking. Parkinson’s disease is caused by the degeneration of neurones in the area of the brain that manufactures dopamine, a neurotransmitter that affects movement.

Research has shown that HBO can help those suffering from PD, from better wellbeing to alleviating tremors. Clinical trials show no complications of PD suffers undergoing Hyperbaric Oxygen, and trials report the individuals feel comfortable and safe within the chamber.

Hyperbaric Oxygen is an empowering treatment for those suffering with PD, compared to a huge regime of medication.

We recommend that if you or someone you love are looking to use Hyperbaric Oxygen for PD, that you also book a glutathione and vitamin C IV alongside as an adjunct treatment. The combination of HBO and glutathione IV has shown incredibly promising results in improving PD symptoms and even slowing down progression.

We also recommend supplementation of co-enzyme Q1, vitamin E, fish oil, curcumin, creatine, vitamin D and N-acetyl-cystein.

Patients with Parkinson’s disease frequently suffer from psychiatric disorders

Hyperbaric Oxygen has been clinically proven to improve clinical assessment scores for depression and anxiety seen in Parkinson’s disease

The possible mechanism for this is that HBO could reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, which are known factors in the pathogenesis of PD

30% improvement in upper body dyskinesia

50% improvement with range of motion and rigidity

50% improvement in freezing when walking

Poor quality interrupted sleep turned into sleeping well

Hyperbaric Oxygen Alleviates Tremors

5 PD suffers all underwent HBO, all 5 patients reported a decrease in tremors and an overall improvement in general wellbeing.

The benefit appeared to sustained for approximately up to 5 months from the original treatment.

And if the benefit disappeared at some point, re-establishment of HBO introduced the benefits again.

The group reported balance cerebral glucose metabolism, which indicated an improved oxygenation and energy production of the injured brain.

Glutathione and HBOT to the Rescue

Glutathione is a powerful natural anti-oxidant, and patients with PD have a dangerously low level of glutathione in the affected area of the brain. HBO acts as a modality to boost stores of this protective antioxidant, which not only guards against further damage, but also enhances the function of surviving neurones.