Fatigue is a common ailment people experience. It’s one thing to feel fatigued one day, then feel reenergized the next after a good night’s rest, but in other people’s cases, fatigue is a daily or near-daily struggle.
If you fall into the latter category, our wellness facility has a potential solution: hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Read on to learn more about fatigue and how hyperbaric oxygen therapy can be a possible resolution in addition to several lifestyle changes.
What Causes Lingering Fatigue?
Lingering fatigue has no single cause. A lack of sleep or low-quality sleep (think, frequent waking or not entering a deep sleep cycle) are common causes of fatigue. Chronic stress, anxiety, or mental burnout can also contribute to frequent fatigue.
Other possible contributing factors to a lack of energy can include hormone imbalances, sickness or recurring inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, poor hydration, or lack of exercise. Certain medications or supplements you may be taking can also lead to frequent exhaustion or sluggishness.
Ways to Manage Fatigue
While fatigue can be difficult to manage, there are lifestyle changes you can make to help boost your energy levels or at least make the fatigue less noticeable.
At-home “remedies” for managing fatigue include:
- Increasing your daily physical movement
- Aiming for a regular sleep schedule
- Refraining from indulging in screentime 30 minutes before bed
- Improving your stress or anxiety levels
- Staying hydrated and sticking to a quality diet
- Cutting your sugar and carb intake
- Getting your vitamin and mineral levels checked
- Speaking with your doctor about possibly stopping or switching certain medications if applicable
The latter are general recommendations for those experiencing frequent fatigue and are not guaranteed to stop or improve your condition.
How Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Can Support Energy
Beyond managing your fatigue in the latter ways, hyperbaric oxygen therapy is another potential solution to improve your energy levels by delivering high concentrations of oxygen.
More oxygen intake can lead to better cell function, improved cellular repair, less brain fog, better blood circulation, and reduced inflammation. As a result of the body functioning more efficiently and being less physically overworked, one will generally feel more energized, mentally refreshed, and calmer.
What Does a Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Session Look Like?
While the name hyperbaric oxygen therapy might sound like a medical-grade breathing treatment, it isn’t. Rather than wearing an oxygen mask, the user enters an enclosed, high-pressure chamber in a wellness facility for the duration of their session. In this chamber is a heavily concentrated amount of oxygen, which the user breathes in.
For some, a hyperbaric oxygen therapy session may trigger anxiety or panic as the session requires lying down in a closed chamber. As for those with little to no claustrophobia, a hyperbaric oxygen therapy session can be quite peaceful and stress-relieving as the session continues.
The ultimate goal of hyperbaric oxygen therapy is for healing and recovery. With consistent sessions, the user can gain gradual benefits over time.
Have any questions about hyperbaric oxygen therapy? We would love to help! Get in touch with Recovery Lab today.
