Dr Nur Ozyilmaz Fri 27th September 2024 Aging is characterised by a progressive loss of physiological integrity, leading to impaired function and increased vulnerability to death. This deterioration is the primary risk factor for major human pathologies including cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disorders, and neurodegenerative diseases Lopez-Otin et al., 2013 Research on aging has significantly increased […] The post Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: A Promising Approach for Promoting Regenerative Processes and Enhancing Healthy Aging appeared first on NUMA ..read more

Dr Nur Ozyilmaz Sun 1st July 2024 Breast cancer, a widely prevalent and devastating disease impacting millions of women globally, frequently necessitates mastectomy as a pivotal treatment approach. Mastectomy serves as a crucial surgical intervention that is essential in eliminating the disease and mitigating the risk of recurrence, ultimately enhancing patient survival outcomes. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has been increasingly used before and after mastectomy to address complications from the surgery and subsequent radiation treatment. This paper summarises medical research on using hyperbar ..read more

Dr Nur Ozyilmaz Sun 9th June 2024 Introduction In the UK, it is estimated that over 3 million individuals currently live with cancer. Radiotherapy is an essential part of cancer treatment, leading to 40% of global cancer remissions as well as improving the quality of life for many others patient affected by cancer. Unfortunately, radiation does not just destroy or inhibit the proliferation of cancer cells, but it can also impact neighbouring normal cells. Healthy cells damaged during radiation therapy usually recover within a few months post-treatment. However, some individuals may experience ..read more

Authors: Jonathan Joel, BSc in Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience Dr Nur Ozyilmaz Imagine a world where every-day sounds gradually fade into silence over a matter of days or abruptly vanish from one or both ears (Chandrasekhar et al., 2019). This is the reality faced by millions worldwide, as they grapple with sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL). SNHL, a condition affecting the inner ear and auditory nerve, leads to permanent hearing impairment for an estimated 5 to 20 individuals per 100,000 each year (Schreiber et al., 2010).   Sudden sensorineural hearing loss is a complex issue t ..read more

Facial fillers have become more popular in recent years due to their non-invasive nature. Nevertheless, one of the most concerning risks associated with their use is necrosis caused by vascular obstruction. This potential complication may occur with several soft tissue fillers, but it is a rare occurrence, happening in only approximately 0.001% of procedures. The above 39 year old medical professional presented to NUMA with vascular occlusion following a lip filler. She was given Hyaluronidase injections to dissolve hyaluronic acid filler by her doctor. She received 5 x 90 minutes sessio ..read more

Dr Nur Ozyilmaz Tues 20th June 2023 Inflammatory bowel disease, the main types comprising Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, is a debilitating chronic illness that affects millions of people worldwide. Though there are various therapies available for its treatment, many patients still struggle to control their symptoms and achieve remission. Recently, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) has gained increasing interest as a treatment option for inflammatory bowel disease due to its potential, safety and efficacy.  Existing therapeutic options for complicated inflammatory bowel diseases ..read more

Long COVID Syndrome (Long COVID), Post Acute COVID-19 Syndrome (PACS) or Post COVID-19 Syndrome (PCS) is defined as ‘signs and symptoms that develop during or following an infection consistent with COVID-19, continue for more than 12 weeks and are not explained by an alternative diagnosis. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a medical treatment that involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurised chamber. It has been used for decades to treat a wide range of conditions, including decompression sickness, complex wounds and carbon monoxide poisoning. Recently, it has also been used to help impr ..read more

A recent prospective clinical trial with a large sample size in a healthy elderly cohort, demonstrated that repeated intermittent hyperbaric oxygen exposures had dramatic ageing-modulating effects on the skin, demonstrated as: a. Decreased senescent cells: As you may already know, healthy skin cells divide every 24-48 hours. Senescence is the process in which a cell ages and permanently stops dividing but does not die. As we age, this process becomes more common. Over time, large numbers of old (or senescent) cells can build up in tissues throughout the body and taint healthy cells. HBOT sign ..read more

NUMA uses Monoplace hyperbaric chambers, which are designed to accommodate only one patient at a time. The hyperbaric chambers are compressed with air, and oxygen is given through facial masks. Our chambers have a clear acrylic window that allows our trained technicians to closely monitor the patient and permits the patient to see outside of the chamber. Patients are observed throughout the session and able to communicate with the attending chamber operator via an intercom. Who uses a Hyperbaric Chamber? What is it used for? Health Optimisation Sport performance and Injuries Traumatic Brain ..read more