RecruitingPhase 2NCT07214415

Veterans' Cognitive Function, Mental Health, and Quality of Life After Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Evaluating the Effects of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy on Cognitive Function, Mental Health, and Quality of Life in Veterans


Sponsor

Summit Hyperbarics and Wellness

Enrollment

54 participants

Start Date

Oct 1, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate how hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) may affect cognitive functioning, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, and overall quality of life in veterans. 1. Does Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy improve cognitive functioning, psychological well-being, and quality of life among veterans, as measured by pre-and post-treatment scores? 2. To what extent does Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy improve cognitive functioning, psychological well-being, and qualify of life among veterans, after controlling for demographic characteristics.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 75 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is looking at whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) — breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber — can improve memory, mental health, and quality of life in veterans living with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), PTSD, anxiety, or depression. **You may be eligible if...** - You are a veteran, age 18–75 - You have been diagnosed with mild traumatic brain injury, PTSD, anxiety, or depression - You have already tried at least one form of trauma-focused therapy (such as prolonged exposure, EMDR, or CBT) - Your psychiatric medications have been stable **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have a lung condition such as COPD, emphysema, untreated pneumothorax, or a severe sinus or ear infection - You have an active cancer, active mania, psychosis, or serious suicidal thoughts - You have had previous HBOT treatment - You have diabetes requiring insulin, a blood disorder, or a seizure disorder - You are pregnant or use nicotine or illicit substances - You cannot speak English or attend scheduled visits Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

DRUGHyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Each HBOT session is scheduled for approximately 95 minutes. The session will begin with a descent of up to 15 minutes (longer if needed for comfort/safety) to a pressure of 2.0 ATA, followed by 30 minutes of breathing 100% oxygen. At the midpoint, there will be a 5-minute air break from oxygen, after which subjects resume breathing 100% oxygen for another 30 minutes. Finally, the session will conclude with an ascent of up to 15 minutes (longer if needed for comfort/safety) back to 1.0 ATA. All sessions are delivered under direct medical supervision with standardized safety protocols. Once approved after medical and behavioral screening, participants complete a battery of cognitive, mental health, and quality of life assessments at baseline (pre-) and after completing the therapy (post-). This arm is distinct from any sham or control interventions because all participants receive the active HBOT treatment.


Locations(1)

Summit Hyperbarics and Wellness

Boise, Idaho, United States

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