#61: Give me Light, Give me Oxygen

If you could take 40 Motrin tablets without the toxic response would you do it? Today we are talking about ways to get increased oxygenation, decreased swelling, decreased inflammation all in one treatment. Welcome to Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy (HBOT) ! It’s not just for scuba injuries or wound care. There is evidence for improvement in brain injury, joint issues, autoimmune disease to numerous general health issues. LED and light therapies are also used in dermatology, orthopedics, rehab and alternative/wellbeing therapies. We are exploring some alternative therapies for optimal health, healing and medical conditions with our guest Matt McCarl. He is the managing owner of New Leaf Hyperbarics & Wellness in Eugene, OR. He gives us a great explanation on alternative therapies in HBOT and light therapies as well. You’re gonna be “illuminated” by this episode! LINKS: New Leaf Hyperbarics & Wellness: https://www.newleafeugene.com/ LS Pro Systems Intelligent Light Therapy:: https://lsprosystems.com/product-category/ls-flexi-pads/  How Infrared Works and links to Studies: https://www.news-medical.net/health/How-Does-Infrared-Therapy-Work.aspx An Overview of Hyperbaric Therapy : https://www.verywellhealth.com/hyperbaric-chamber-treatment-4582432 Sponsor: Thanks to our sponsor MR Insurance! Please reach out to Michael Relvas’ team, where their goal is to assist physicians in obtaining the most comprehensive coverage available to fit their unique situation. Click here! www.mr-disability-insurance.com/bsfreemd Our Advice! Everything in this podcast is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute the practice of medicine and we are not providing medical advice. No Physician-patient relationship is formed and anything discussed in this podcast does not represent the views of our employers. The Fine Print! All opinions expressed by the hosts or guests in this episode are solely their opinion and are not to be used as specific medical advice. The hosts, May and Tim Hindmarsh MD, BS Free MD LLC, or any affiliates thereof are not under any obligation to update or correct any information provided in this episode. The guest’s statements and opinions are subject to change without notice. Thanks for joining us! You are the reason we are here. If you have questions, reach out to us at [email protected] or find Tim and I on Facebook and IG. Please check out our every growing website as well at bsfreemd.com (no www) GET SOCIAL WITH US! Instagram:: https://www.instagram.com/bsfreemd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bsfree  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.