Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Supporting Healing After Surgery

Asian woman is inside hyperbaric oxygen container for therapy session.

Healing after surgery is a critical part of achieving the best possible results. While rest and proper aftercare are essential, advanced supportive therapies can further enhance your recovery. One such option is hyperbaric oxygen therapy, a treatment that has gained attention for its ability to promote healing at the cellular level. At Dr. Moneer Jaibaji’s practice in San Diego, hyperbaric oxygen therapy may be recommended as part of a comprehensive recovery plan for select patients.

What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber. Under increased atmospheric pressure, oxygen dissolves more efficiently into the bloodstream and is delivered to tissues throughout the body at higher concentrations than normal. This enhanced oxygen delivery supports cellular repair, reduces inflammation, and helps tissues recover more efficiently.

Originally used in medical settings to treat conditions such as non-healing wounds and decompression sickness, hyperbaric oxygen therapy has become increasingly popular in surgical recovery and aesthetic medicine.

How Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Supports Surgical Recovery

After surgery, tissues require oxygen to heal properly. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy increases oxygen availability to areas affected by surgical trauma, which may help reduce swelling and support faster tissue regeneration. Improved circulation and oxygen delivery can also help minimize bruising and promote overall comfort during recovery.

Patients undergoing facial procedures, body contouring, or breast surgeries may benefit from this therapy when incorporated into their post-operative care plan.

Who May Benefit from Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy may be especially helpful if you:

  • Are recovering from more extensive surgical procedures

  • Want to support optimal healing and tissue recovery

  • Experience prolonged swelling or bruising

  • Are seeking advanced recovery support in addition to standard aftercare

Dr. Jaibaji evaluates each patient individually to determine whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy is an appropriate addition to their recovery process.

What to Expect During Treatment

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy sessions are typically relaxing and non-invasive. You rest comfortably in the chamber while breathing oxygen for a set period of time. Multiple sessions may be recommended depending on the procedure and your individual healing needs.

This therapy is used as a complement to—not a replacement for—proper surgical care, follow-up visits, and adherence to recovery guidelines provided by Dr. Jaibaji.

Supporting Results Through Comprehensive Care

Dr. Jaibaji is committed to providing personalized, detail-oriented care at every stage of treatment. By integrating advanced recovery options such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy when appropriate, he helps patients support healing and protect their surgical investment.

To learn more about hyperbaric oxygen therapy and whether it may be beneficial for your recovery, contact Jaibaji Plastic Surgery in San Diego at (619) 522-0821 to schedule a consultation.