Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Osteomyelitis in Sherman Oaks & Calabasas

Osteomyelitis is a serious and often difficult-to-treat bone infection that can become chronic if not properly managed. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a medically recognized adjunctive treatment used to support healing in patients with chronic refractory osteomyelitis when standard treatments alone have not been sufficient.

At OxygenWell, we provide medical-grade Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for eligible patients with osteomyelitis, serving the Sherman Oaks and Calabasas communities with evidence-based care aligned with FDA and UHMS guidelines.

What Is Osteomyelitis?

Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone caused by bacteria or, less commonly, fungi. It may develop from:

Open wounds or trauma
Surgical procedures
Spread from nearby soft tissue infections

Bloodborne infections
Chronic diabetic or vascular ulcers

Osteomyelitis can be acute or chronic. Chronic osteomyelitis is particularly challenging to treat due to poor blood supply, dead bone tissue, and persistent infection.

Why Osteomyelitis Is Difficult to Heal

Bone tissue has a limited blood supply, especially once infection and inflammation are present. In chronic osteomyelitis, healing is often impaired due to:

Reduced oxygen delivery to infected bone
Compromised circulation
Dead or necrotic bone tissue
Chronic inflammation
Biofilm-forming bacteria resistant to antibiotics
Poor immune response at the infection site

Because antibiotics rely on blood flow and oxygen to reach infected areas, standard treatment may be insufficient in chronic cases.

How Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Helps Osteomyelitis

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy involves breathing 100% oxygen inside a pressurized chamber, significantly increasing oxygen levels in the bloodstream and surrounding tissues. For osteomyelitis, HBOT may support healing by:

Increasing oxygen delivery to infected bone and surrounding tissue

Enhancing white blood cell activity to fight infection

Supporting antibiotic effectiveness

Stimulating angiogenesis (new blood vessel formation)

Reducing inflammation and edema

Supporting bone and soft tissue repair

HBOT helps create an environment that supports infection control and tissue healing alongside standard medical and surgical treatments.

FDA & UHMS Status

FDA-Approved / UHMS-Recognized Indication

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is FDA-approved and UHMS-recognized for the treatment of chronic refractory osteomyelitis when specific medical criteria are met. HBOT is typically used as an adjunctive therapy, meaning it is combined with antibiotics, surgical management, and wound care as appropriate.

Insuracne Accepted

Insurance Coverage & Referrals

Many patients receiving HBOT for delayed radiation injury may qualify for insurance coverage, including:

Medicare

PPO insurance plans

Blue Shield

Coverage is typically based on:

Documented history of radiation therapy

Evidence of delayed tissue injury

Medical necessity

Physician referral

Prior authorization requirements

Our team assists with insurance verification and coordination prior to initiating treatment.

What to Expect at OxygenWell

At OxygenWell, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is delivered in a clinically supervised, medical-grade environment. Patients receive:

Individualized treatment planning

Evidence-based hyperbaric protocols

Monitoring by trained hyperbaric professionals

Care focused on safety, comfort, and outcomes

Treatment courses often involve multiple sessions over several weeks, depending on tissue response and physician recommendations.

Why Choose OxygenWell

Medical-grade hyperbaric oxygen therapy

Experience treating radiation-induced tissue injury

Focus on FDA-recognized conditions

Locations in Sherman Oaks & Calabasas

Calm, professional, and patient-centered environment

Integrative, science-driven approach to healing

Schedule a Hyperbaric Consultation

If you or a loved one is living with achronic non-healing wound and exploring Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, our team ishere to help.

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ⓘ Medical Disclaimer

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is a medicaltreatment and may not be appropriate for all patients. Treatment eligibility,protocols, and insurance coverage depend on individual diagnosis and medicalevaluation. OxygenWell does not guarantee outcomes.