The HBOT Clinic

Is air-only hyperbaric therapy beneficial?

The answer is yes — and the research behind it is very interesting.

When most people think about Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), they naturally assume the benefits are all about breathing higher concentrations of oxygen.

However, emerging research suggests that pressure itself may also produce important biological effects, even when breathing normal air without supplemental oxygen.

One interesting study investigating mild hyperbaric pressure with normal air reported approximately a 2.5–3x increase in circulating stem/progenitor cell mobilisation.

So what could be happening?

One hypothesis is that increased pressure and nitrogen exposure may influence reactive nitrogen species (RNS), alongside the reactive oxygen species (ROS) more commonly associated with oxygen-based hyperbaric therapy.

At controlled levels, these molecules act as important signalling mechanisms within the body and are involved in cellular adaptation, vascular signalling and tissue responses.

This could help explain why pressure alone appears capable of producing measurable biological effects.

Air-only hyperbaric exposure isn’t the same as breathing high concentrations of oxygen under pressure, and considerably more research is needed to fully understand the differences and potential applications.

But the research highlights something very interesting:

Hyperbaric therapy may not just be about oxygen. Pressure matters too.

At Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment UK, we continue to follow the latest research into hyperbaric technology and the science behind pressure and oxygen.

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Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy is a non-invasive therapy that uses electromagnetic pulses to interact with the body’s tissues and cellular processes.

As highlighted in the post, emerging research is also investigating how specific PEMF exposures may influence cancer-cell behaviour, including cell growth, apoptosis and response to conventional treatments. This research is exciting, but it is still largely preclinical and PEMF is not an established cancer treatment or a replacement for conventional medical care.

At our Thornton Cleveleys clinic, PEMF therapy is available for clients looking to support:

⚡ Recovery & rehabilitation
⚡ Muscle and joint recovery
⚡ Circulation
⚡ General wellness
⚡ Relaxation & recovery

We use a professional high-intensity PEMF system with targeted applicators, allowing treatment to be focused on specific areas of the body.

📍 The HBOT Clinic, Thornton Cleveleys
📩 Message us to book a PEMF session or find out more.

Could Red Light Therapy Help You Perform Better and Recover Faster?

A randomized, triple blind, placebo controlled clinical trial investigated whether a single session of red light therapy (photobiomodulation) before exercise could improve performance and recovery in elite football players.

The results were impressive:

✅ 11.6% increase in time to exhaustion
✅ Up to a 12.6% improvement in VO₂ max
✅ Lower muscle damage following intense exercise
✅ Reduced inflammation and oxidative stress
✅ Increased activity of the body’s own antioxidant enzymes, helping support recovery

But the benefits of red light therapy don’t stop there…

Research also suggests red light therapy may help support:

🔴 Faster muscle recovery after training
🔴 Reduced muscle and joint discomfort
🔴 Improved circulation and cellular energy (ATP production)
🔴 Healthier skin and increased collagen production
🔴 Wound healing and tissue repair
🔴 Reduced exercise-related soreness (DOMS)
🔴 Better mobility and overall recovery between training sessions

Whether you’re an athlete looking to maximise performance, recovering from an injury, or simply wanting to support your long term health and wellbeing, high power full body red light therapy is a safe, non invasive treatment that works by stimulating your body’s natural healing processes.

At The HBOT Clinic, our commercial grade full body red light bed delivers powerful wavelengths of red and near infrared light to the entire body in just 12–15 minutes.

Many of our clients combine Red Light Therapy with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) for the ultimate recovery and wellness session.

📍 Based in Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire
📩 Message us to find out more or book your session.

Study reference: PMID 31450564.

NEW – Ultimate Skin Rejuvenation Programme

If your skin is looking tired, dull, dehydrated or lacking its natural glow, our new Ultimate Skin Rejuvenation Programme has been designed to help you look and feel your best.

This advanced 90-minute treatment combines three powerful therapies to support healthier, brighter and more youthful-looking skin.

✔ Microneedling
✔ Oxygen Facial
✔ Full Body & Face Red Light Therapy

Together, these treatments help to:

✨ Boost natural collagen and elastin production
✨ Improve skin firmness and elasticity
✨ Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
✨ Improve skin tone and texture
✨ Support hydration and skin radiance
✨ Promote a healthy, youthful glow
✨ Help reduce redness and inflammation
✨ Support the skin's natural repair and regeneration processes
✨ Leave your skin looking fresher, brighter and more revitalised

Microneedling encourages your skin's natural renewal process, helping to improve texture, firmness and overall skin quality.

Our Oxygen Facial delivers oxygen and nourishing serums deep into the skin, helping to hydrate, revitalise and restore a healthy glow.

Full Body & Face Red Light Therapy supports cellular repair, collagen production and healthy skin regeneration while helping to calm inflammation and support overall skin health.

Approximately 90 Minutes - £85

- Optional Upgrade: Add Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for just £30

Many clients notice their skin looking brighter, fresher and more radiant after treatment, with further improvements developing over the following weeks as collagen production increases.

Because great skin isn't about covering up imperfections—it's about supporting your skin from within.

📍 The HBOT Clinic
25 Linden Avenue, Cleveleys FY5 2EZ

📞 07517 200217

The HBOT Clinic - Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Thornton Cleveleys We offer HBOT Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Thornton Cleveleys Blackpool - this is where you enter a pressurised environment and breath in increased purity of oxygen which provides a wide range of positive cellular, biochemical, and physiological effects.

NOW AVAILABLE – Joint Pain & Mobility Programme

Looking for a natural way to support joint health, mobility and recovery?

Our new Joint Pain & Mobility Programme combines three advanced therapies in one comprehensive session, designed to help you stay active, move more freely and support long-term joint health.

What's Included?

✔ Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)
✔ High-Powered PEMF Therapy
✔ Full Body Red Light Therapy

Session Duration: Approximately 120 Minutes - Price: £110

How It May Help

🔹 Supports healthy joint function and mobility
🔹 Helps reduce stiffness and discomfort
🔹 Supports circulation and recovery
🔹 Assists tissue repair and healing processes
🔹 Promotes overall wellbeing and vitality
🔹 Ideal for active individuals and those looking to maintain long-term joint health

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy supports oxygen delivery throughout the body and may assist recovery and tissue repair.

High-Powered PEMF Therapy targets areas of discomfort and supports healthy joint function and mobility.

Full Body Red Light Therapy supports circulation, recovery and overall wellbeing.

Whether you're experiencing age-related stiffness, arthritis-related discomfort, recovering from activity, or simply looking to maintain your mobility, this programme has been designed to support your body naturally.

📍 The HBOT Clinic
25 Linden Avenue, Cleveleys FY5 2EZ

📞 07517 200217