Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Healing and Recovery in Seguin, TX

HBOT, or hyperbaric oxygen therapy, is a treatment that involves breathing oxygen inside a chamber with air pressure higher than normal atmospheric pressure. The increased pressure allows the lungs to collect more oxygen than they receive under normal conditions. The bloodstream then carries this oxygen throughout the body.

During treatment, the pressure inside the chamber increases gradually and remains controlled throughout the session. The client rests inside the chamber while the treatment is administered and monitored. At LCS Medical Spa in Seguin, TX, Dr. Melanie Carreon, M.D., offers HBOT sessions after reviewing relevant medical information and explaining the chamber process.

HBOT is used in medical care for specific conditions that require increased oxygen delivery or treatment under increased atmospheric pressure. Recognized medical uses include:

• Carbon monoxide poisoning
• Decompression sickness
• Air or gas bubbles in blood vessels
• Selected nonhealing diabetic wounds
• Tissue damage caused by radiation therapy
• Serious tissue or bone infections
• Crush injuries that restrict blood flow
• Compromised skin grafts and flaps
• Severe burns
• Sudden hearing loss
• Severe blood loss when transfusion is unavailable

HBOT often forms one part of a broader medical treatment plan. It does not replace wound care, medication, surgery, or other treatment required for the diagnosed condition. LCS Medical Spa offers HBOT sessions in Seguin, TX. Dr. Melanie Carreon, M.D., reviews the reason for treatment and relevant medical history before scheduling a session.

Before an HBOT session, the client receives instructions about clothing, skin products, medications, and items that cannot enter the chamber. Electronic devices, lighters, heat-producing objects, and certain personal products are restricted because concentrated oxygen requires strict fire-safety procedures.

The client lies or sits inside the chamber while the pressure gradually increases. Pressure or fullness in the ears can occur during this stage. Swallowing or yawning equalizes pressure in the ears. The client remains inside the chamber for the prescribed treatment period while the session is monitored. The chamber pressure then decreases gradually before the client exits.

At LCS Medical Spa, Dr. Melanie Carreon, M.D., and our dedicated team explain the preparation requirements, chamber process, and safety instructions before the HBOT session.

An HBOT treatment generally lasts between 90 minutes and two hours. This time includes the period spent at therapeutic pressure. Additional appointment time is required for preparation and for the chamber pressure to increase and decrease gradually.

The number of sessions depends on the condition being treated and the prescribed treatment protocol. Some medical conditions require only a few treatments, while other conditions require a scheduled series of sessions. Each session follows the treatment plan established after a medical review.

At LCS Medical Spa, Dr. Melanie Carreon, M.D., and our team explain the expected session length and appointment schedule before treatment. Clients receive instructions about preparation, restricted items, and what occurs before, during, and after the chamber session.

HBOT requires medical screening, proper equipment, trained staff, continuous monitoring, and strict chamber-safety procedures. It is not appropriate for every person. A medical review identifies health conditions, medications, ear problems, sinus problems, lung concerns, blood sugar concerns, and other factors that affect treatment eligibility.

Known risks and side effects include:

• Ear pain or pressure
• Sinus pressure or discomfort
• Middle-ear injury
• Temporary vision changes
• Low blood sugar in insulin-treated patients
• Anxiety inside the enclosed chamber
• Lung injury
• Oxygen-related seizures
• Fire-related hazards

The FDA requires facilities to follow the chamber manufacturer’s instructions, fire-prevention procedures, equipment-maintenance schedules, clothing requirements, and monitoring standards. Before an HBOT session at LCS Medical Spa, Dr. Melanie Carreon, M.D., reviews the client’s medical information and explains the required safety instructions.

Dr. Melanie Carreon, M.D., is the owner and full-time, on-site medical director of LCS Medical Spa. She provides physician-led oversight for hyperbaric oxygen therapy and reviews each client’s medical history, current medications, and relevant health concerns before treatment. Her involvement helps ensure that the treatment process follows clear medical and safety protocols.

Dr. Carreon explains how the hyperbaric chamber works, what clients should expect during a session, and which preparation instructions must be followed. She also reviews factors that affect treatment eligibility and answers questions about session length, chamber pressure, and aftercare. At LCS Medical Spa, hyperbaric oxygen therapy is provided under her medical direction with a focus on careful evaluation, clear communication, and structured treatment planning.

For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are located at 1199 E College St., Seguin, TX 78155. We serve clients from Seguin TX, San Antonio TX, McQueeney TX, Schertz TX, New Braunfels TX, Cibolo TX, Redwood TX, Selma TX, Austin TX and surrounding areas.