STEP 3
FIRST SESSION PREPARATION
First Session Instructions
HBOT Florida is excited to begin this journey with you. Your health, comfort, and safety are always our top priorities. After your in-office consultation, you’re welcome to begin your personalized Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy program—often the very same day.
Patient Guide: Preparing for Your First HBOT Session
Practice Equalizing Your Ears: (Before entering the chamber)
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Close your mouth, pinch your nose, and gently blow air into your pinched nose.
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Or try holding your nose and swallowing
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Or you may choose to chew gum or drink water
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If you are having difficulty clearing your ears, let the hyperbaric technician know before your session.
Dress Appropriately:
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Wear comfortable layers, as temperatures in our chambers can vary.
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Preferably your clothing should be 100% cotton, or at least a 50:50 cotton blend.
BYOB: (Bring Your Own Blanket and/or Pillow)
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You are welcome to bring your own 100% cotton blanket and pillow
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We will provide a blanket and pillow if needed
Eat A Light Meal:
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Eat a light meal before your session to prevent any discomfort.
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Avoid eating heavy, fatty, or spicy foods that may cause indigestion.
Use the Restroom:
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The chamber cannot be opened once the session begins. This will also help prevent any discomfort.
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Do not consume an excessive amount of fluids for 3 hours before your session.
Not Permitted:
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Remove shoes, jewelry, and empty your pockets and place your belongings in a lockable locker.
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Please avoid wearing perfumes, colognes, or strong scented lotions.
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Avoid eating spicy foods 2 hours before your session.
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Avoid wearing lip stick, make up, lotions, Vaseline products, oil based products.
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Avoid smoking 2 hours before and directly after your session.
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Avoid alcohol before and after treatment.
Report any Cold or Flu, or Seasonal Allergy Symptoms:
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While you may feel fine, sinus congestion may prevent you from properly clearing your ears during the session. Sometimes it is best to sit out a day or two until the symptoms have cleared.
Practice Your Hand Signals:
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During your session, the very best way to communicate with your technician is through the use of hand signals.
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Please review and practice your hand signals before your session.
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Click here for a printable version of Hand Signals.
STEP 4
Enjoy Your First HBOT Session