Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)

Pure oxygen breathing at 2 ATA pressure for 90 minutes, with periodic air breaks every 20 minutes. Supports longevity, skin rejuvenation, cognitive function, and cellular repair through enhanced oxygenation and stem cell mobilisation.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) at The Artisan Clinic involves breathing 100% pure oxygen inside a pressurised chamber at approximately 2 atmospheres absolute (ATA) — roughly twice normal atmospheric pressure. Each session lasts 90 minutes, with 5-minute air breaks incorporated every 20 minutes to optimise oxygen saturation and minimise the risk of oxygen toxicity. The science behind HBOT rests on Henry's Law: at elevated pressures, significantly more oxygen dissolves directly into blood plasma, reaching tissues that red blood cells cannot access. This hyperoxygenation state triggers a cascade of biological responses that underpin the therapy's wide-ranging benefits. For longevity and anti-ageing, clinical research has demonstrated that a structured HBOT protocol can lengthen telomeres by up to 38% and reduce senescent cell counts by up to 37% — two of the most sought-after biomarkers of biological age reversal. The therapy also stimulates stem cell proliferation and mobilisation from bone marrow, supports mitochondrial function, and accelerates the clearance of damaged cellular debris. For skin ageing, HBOT promotes fibroblast proliferation and new collagen synthesis, increases angiogenesis (formation of new blood vessels), reduces elastic fibre fragmentation, decreases senescent skin cells, and objectively improves skin texture, pore size, and pigmentation. Patients undergoing repeated sessions often report visibly firmer, clearer, and more luminous skin. For cognitive improvement, the enhanced oxygenation of brain tissue supports memory consolidation, mental clarity, and neuroplasticity. The therapy is used to aid neurological recovery in stroke patients and to support healthy cognitive function in aging individuals. The Artisan Clinic's HBOT chamber is a luxury unit designed for patient comfort during the extended 90-minute session. Patients are advised to wear comfortable, cotton clothing. Contraindications include untreated pneumothorax and certain medications — a doctor consultation is conducted prior to commencing treatment.