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Hyperbaric oxygen therapy

2018-05-03T21:33:41Z

Jonathanb:d

[[File:HyperBaric Oxygen Therapy Chamber 2008.jpg|thumb|Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber]]
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a type of supplemental oxygen that is delivered under a pressure greater than 1 atm (101.325 kPa). This therapy results in delivery of much needed oxygen to hypoxic tissue. The hyperoxic state can also help the body to kill certain types of bacteria. HBOT also promotes neovascularization (growth of new blood vessels).<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://uihc.org/health-library/how-does-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy-work|title=How Does Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Work?|last=|first=|date=|website=University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

==Theory==

==Evidence==

==Risks and safety==

==Costs and availability==

==Notable studies==

*2013, {{Citation| issn = 1066-2936| volume = 40| issue = 2| pages = 197–200| last1 = Akarsu| first1 = Selim| last2 = Tekin| first2 = Levent| last3 = Ay| first3 = Hakan| last4 = Carli| first4 = Alparslan Bayram| last5 = Tok| first5 = Fatih| last6 = Simşek| first6 = Kemal| last7 = Kiralp| first7 = Mehmet Zeki| title = The efficacy of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the management of chronic fatigue syndrome| journal = Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine: Journal of the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society, Inc| date = April 2013| pmid = 23682549}}

::[[Fukuda criteria]]

*2003, Hyperbaric Therapy in [[Chronic Fatigue Syndrome]]<blockquote>"Abstract - The aim of this study was to determine if hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) could be used as adjunctive therapy and if HBOT could increase the quality of life in such a way that the functional status would improve in patients with an infection. A randomized, controlled trial was conducted on 15 ''[[Mycoplasma]]'' sp. infected CFS (CDC 1994) patients and 14 CFS (CDC 1994) patients with no evidence of a ''Mycoplasma'' infection were enrolled in a convenience randomization sample from our referral clinic. No statistical differences were found by use of univariate repeated measures although Bodily Pain as measured by the SF-36 seems to decrease after hyperbaric therapy (Greenhouse-Geisser: p = .010). Trends were found using paired t-testing for ''Mycoplasma'' infected CFS patients. The general perceived fatigue seemed to decrease after hyperbaric therapy (General Fatigue: p = .06). Directly after one week of hyperbaric therapy general fatigue improved (p = .03) but there was a reduction of activity (reduced activity: p = .05) and general perceived health (general health: p = .04). One month later the physical role increased (Role-Physical: p = .07). Although more data is required to make firm conclusions, trends were found. Reduced fatigue, increased levels of activity and an improved reaction time improved significantly their quality of life and therefore, enhanced also their functional status and thus could be used as an adjunctive therapy."<ref>[[Elke Van Hoof]], Danny Coomans, Pascale De Becker, Romain Meeusen, Raymond Cluydts & [[Kenny De Meirleir]] (2003). Nutritional Supplement (NT Factor™) Restores Mitochondrial Function and Reduces Moderately Severe Fatigue in Aged Subjects. ''Journal of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome'', Vol. 11, Iss. 3, pp. 37-49. http://dx.doi.org/10.1300/J092v11n03_04</ref></blockquote>

::[[Fukuda criteria]]

== Medical Journals ==
Women in [[Fibromyalgia]] hyperbaric oxygen therapy study had concussions. "Patients who had fibromyalgia in addition to their post-concussion symptoms had complete resolution of the symptoms,... "<ref>[http://www.news-medical.net/news/20150603/Women-who-suffer-from-fibromyalgia-benefit-from-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy.aspx Women who suffer from fibromyalgia benefit from hyperbaric oxygen therapy]</ref> Due to this statement it is the opinion of some that this is in reality a study on concussions and not Fibromyalgia.

==Media Coverage==
'''Fibromyalgia Treatment with Hyperbaric Chamber Shows Promise''' ''EmpowHER'' - Michelle Blacsberg, RN - "Use of HBOT to treat those with fibromyalgia is not new. A 2004 study showed it did have success in a small study but they felt that HBOT was helpful to fibromyalgia patients due to increased oxygenated blood flow to tissues."<ref>[http://www.empowher.com/fibromyalgia/content/fibromyalgia-treatment-hyperbaric-chamber-shows-promise?page=0,1 Fibromyalgia Treatment with Hyperbaric Chamber Shows Promise]</ref>

==Learn more==

*2016, [http://www.meassociation.org.uk/2016/07/parliamentary-question-hyperbaric-oxygen-chambers-for-people-with-fibromyalgia-13-july-2016/ Parliamentary Questions | hyperbaric oxygen chambers for people with fibromyalgia]

==See also==

==References==
<references />

[[Category:Potential treatments]]
[[Category:Environmental treatments]]

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy

2018-05-03T21:28:35Z

Jonathanb:d

[[File:HyperBaric Oxygen Therapy Chamber 2008.jpg|thumb|Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber]]
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a type of supplemental oxygen that is delivered under a pressure greater than 1 atm (101.325 kPa). This therapy results in delivery of much needed oxygen to hypoxic tissue. The hyperoxic state can also help the body to kill certain types of bacteria. HBOT also promotes neovascularization (growth of new blood vessels).<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://uihc.org/health-library/how-does-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy-work|title=How Does Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Work?|last=|first=|date=|website=University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

==Theory==

==Evidence==

==Clinicians==

==Risks and safety==

==Costs and availability==

==Notable studies==

*2013, {{Citation| issn = 1066-2936| volume = 40| issue = 2| pages = 197–200| last1 = Akarsu| first1 = Selim| last2 = Tekin| first2 = Levent| last3 = Ay| first3 = Hakan| last4 = Carli| first4 = Alparslan Bayram| last5 = Tok| first5 = Fatih| last6 = Simşek| first6 = Kemal| last7 = Kiralp| first7 = Mehmet Zeki| title = The efficacy of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the management of chronic fatigue syndrome| journal = Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine: Journal of the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society, Inc| date = April 2013| pmid = 23682549}}

::[[Fukuda criteria]]

*2003, Hyperbaric Therapy in [[Chronic Fatigue Syndrome]]<blockquote>"Abstract - The aim of this study was to determine if hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) could be used as adjunctive therapy and if HBOT could increase the quality of life in such a way that the functional status would improve in patients with an infection. A randomized, controlled trial was conducted on 15 ''[[Mycoplasma]]'' sp. infected CFS (CDC 1994) patients and 14 CFS (CDC 1994) patients with no evidence of a ''Mycoplasma'' infection were enrolled in a convenience randomization sample from our referral clinic. No statistical differences were found by use of univariate repeated measures although Bodily Pain as measured by the SF-36 seems to decrease after hyperbaric therapy (Greenhouse-Geisser: p = .010). Trends were found using paired t-testing for ''Mycoplasma'' infected CFS patients. The general perceived fatigue seemed to decrease after hyperbaric therapy (General Fatigue: p = .06). Directly after one week of hyperbaric therapy general fatigue improved (p = .03) but there was a reduction of activity (reduced activity: p = .05) and general perceived health (general health: p = .04). One month later the physical role increased (Role-Physical: p = .07). Although more data is required to make firm conclusions, trends were found. Reduced fatigue, increased levels of activity and an improved reaction time improved significantly their quality of life and therefore, enhanced also their functional status and thus could be used as an adjunctive therapy."<ref>[[Elke Van Hoof]], Danny Coomans, Pascale De Becker, Romain Meeusen, Raymond Cluydts & [[Kenny De Meirleir]] (2003). Nutritional Supplement (NT Factor™) Restores Mitochondrial Function and Reduces Moderately Severe Fatigue in Aged Subjects. ''Journal of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome'', Vol. 11, Iss. 3, pp. 37-49. http://dx.doi.org/10.1300/J092v11n03_04</ref></blockquote>

::[[Fukuda criteria]]

== Medical Journals ==
Women in [[Fibromyalgia]] hyperbaric oxygen therapy study had concussions. "Patients who had fibromyalgia in addition to their post-concussion symptoms had complete resolution of the symptoms,... "<ref>[http://www.news-medical.net/news/20150603/Women-who-suffer-from-fibromyalgia-benefit-from-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy.aspx Women who suffer from fibromyalgia benefit from hyperbaric oxygen therapy]</ref> Due to this statement it is the opinion of some that this is in reality a study on concussions and not Fibromyalgia.

==Media Coverage==
'''Fibromyalgia Treatment with Hyperbaric Chamber Shows Promise''' ''EmpowHER'' - Michelle Blacsberg, RN - "Use of HBOT to treat those with fibromyalgia is not new. A 2004 study showed it did have success in a small study but they felt that HBOT was helpful to fibromyalgia patients due to increased oxygenated blood flow to tissues."<ref>[http://www.empowher.com/fibromyalgia/content/fibromyalgia-treatment-hyperbaric-chamber-shows-promise?page=0,1 Fibromyalgia Treatment with Hyperbaric Chamber Shows Promise]</ref>

==Learn more==

*2016, [http://www.meassociation.org.uk/2016/07/parliamentary-question-hyperbaric-oxygen-chambers-for-people-with-fibromyalgia-13-july-2016/ Parliamentary Questions | hyperbaric oxygen chambers for people with fibromyalgia]

==See also==

==References==
<references />

[[Category:Potential treatments]]
[[Category:Environmental treatments]]

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy

2018-05-03T21:26:31Z

Jonathanb:d

[[File:HyperBaric Oxygen Therapy Chamber 2008.jpg|thumb|Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber]]
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a type of supplemental oxygen that is delivered under a pressure greater than 1 atm (101.325 kPa). This therapy results in delivery of much needed oxygen to hypoxic tissue. The hyperoxic state can also help the body to kill certain types of bacteria. HBOT also promotes neovascularization (growth of new blood vessels).<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://uihc.org/health-library/how-does-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy-work|title=How Does Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Work?|last=|first=|date=|website=University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

-brief description-

==Theory==

==Evidence==

==Clinicians==

==Risks and safety==

==Costs and availability==

==Notable studies==

*2013, {{Citation| issn = 1066-2936| volume = 40| issue = 2| pages = 197–200| last1 = Akarsu| first1 = Selim| last2 = Tekin| first2 = Levent| last3 = Ay| first3 = Hakan| last4 = Carli| first4 = Alparslan Bayram| last5 = Tok| first5 = Fatih| last6 = Simşek| first6 = Kemal| last7 = Kiralp| first7 = Mehmet Zeki| title = The efficacy of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the management of chronic fatigue syndrome| journal = Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine: Journal of the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society, Inc| date = April 2013| pmid = 23682549}}

::[[Fukuda criteria]]

*2003, Hyperbaric Therapy in [[Chronic Fatigue Syndrome]]<blockquote>"Abstract - The aim of this study was to determine if hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) could be used as adjunctive therapy and if HBOT could increase the quality of life in such a way that the functional status would improve in patients with an infection. A randomized, controlled trial was conducted on 15 ''[[Mycoplasma]]'' sp. infected CFS (CDC 1994) patients and 14 CFS (CDC 1994) patients with no evidence of a ''Mycoplasma'' infection were enrolled in a convenience randomization sample from our referral clinic. No statistical differences were found by use of univariate repeated measures although Bodily Pain as measured by the SF-36 seems to decrease after hyperbaric therapy (Greenhouse-Geisser: p = .010). Trends were found using paired t-testing for ''Mycoplasma'' infected CFS patients. The general perceived fatigue seemed to decrease after hyperbaric therapy (General Fatigue: p = .06). Directly after one week of hyperbaric therapy general fatigue improved (p = .03) but there was a reduction of activity (reduced activity: p = .05) and general perceived health (general health: p = .04). One month later the physical role increased (Role-Physical: p = .07). Although more data is required to make firm conclusions, trends were found. Reduced fatigue, increased levels of activity and an improved reaction time improved significantly their quality of life and therefore, enhanced also their functional status and thus could be used as an adjunctive therapy."<ref>[[Elke Van Hoof]], Danny Coomans, Pascale De Becker, Romain Meeusen, Raymond Cluydts & [[Kenny De Meirleir]] (2003). Nutritional Supplement (NT Factor™) Restores Mitochondrial Function and Reduces Moderately Severe Fatigue in Aged Subjects. ''Journal of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome'', Vol. 11, Iss. 3, pp. 37-49. http://dx.doi.org/10.1300/J092v11n03_04</ref></blockquote>

::[[Fukuda criteria]]

== Medical Journals ==
Women in [[Fibromyalgia]] hyperbaric oxygen therapy study had concussions. "Patients who had fibromyalgia in addition to their post-concussion symptoms had complete resolution of the symptoms,... "<ref>[http://www.news-medical.net/news/20150603/Women-who-suffer-from-fibromyalgia-benefit-from-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy.aspx Women who suffer from fibromyalgia benefit from hyperbaric oxygen therapy]</ref> Due to this statement it is the opinion of some that this is in reality a study on concussions and not Fibromyalgia.

==Media Coverage==
'''Fibromyalgia Treatment with Hyperbaric Chamber Shows Promise''' ''EmpowHER'' - Michelle Blacsberg, RN - "Use of HBOT to treat those with fibromyalgia is not new. A 2004 study showed it did have success in a small study but they felt that HBOT was helpful to fibromyalgia patients due to increased oxygenated blood flow to tissues."<ref>[http://www.empowher.com/fibromyalgia/content/fibromyalgia-treatment-hyperbaric-chamber-shows-promise?page=0,1 Fibromyalgia Treatment with Hyperbaric Chamber Shows Promise]</ref>

==Learn more==

*2016, [http://www.meassociation.org.uk/2016/07/parliamentary-question-hyperbaric-oxygen-chambers-for-people-with-fibromyalgia-13-july-2016/ Parliamentary Questions | hyperbaric oxygen chambers for people with fibromyalgia]

==See also==

==References==
<references />

[[Category:Potential treatments]]
[[Category:Environmental treatments]]

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy

2018-05-03T21:25:55Z

Jonathanb:dd

[[File:HyperBaric Oxygen Therapy Chamber 2008.jpg|thumb|Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber]]
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a type of supplemental oxygen that is delivered under a pressure greater than 1 atm (101.325 kPa). This therapy results in delivery of much needed oxygen to hypoxic tissue. The hyperoxic state can also help the body to kill certain types of bacteria. HBOT also promotes neovascularization (growth of new blood vessels).<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://uihc.org/health-library/how-does-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy-work|title=How Does Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Work?|last=|first=|date=|website=University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

-brief description-

==Theory==

==Evidence==

==Clinicians==

==Risks and safety==

==Costs and availability==

==Notable studies==

*2013, {{Citation| issn = 1066-2936| volume = 40| issue = 2| pages = 197–200| last1 = Akarsu| first1 = Selim| last2 = Tekin| first2 = Levent| last3 = Ay| first3 = Hakan| last4 = Carli| first4 = Alparslan Bayram| last5 = Tok| first5 = Fatih| last6 = Simşek| first6 = Kemal| last7 = Kiralp| first7 = Mehmet Zeki| title = The efficacy of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the management of chronic fatigue syndrome| journal = Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine: Journal of the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society, Inc| date = April 2013| pmid = 23682549}}

::[[Fukuda criteria]]

*2003, Hyperbaric Therapy in [[Chronic Fatigue Syndrome]]<blockquote>"Abstract - The aim of this study was to determine if hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) could be used as adjunctive therapy and if HBOT could increase the quality of life in such a way that the functional status would improve in patients with an infection. A randomized, controlled trial was conducted on 15 ''[[Mycoplasma]]'' sp. infected CFS (CDC 1994) patients and 14 CFS (CDC 1994) patients with no evidence of a ''Mycoplasma'' infection were enrolled in a convenience randomization sample from our referral clinic. No statistical differences were found by use of univariate repeated measures although Bodily Pain as measured by the SF-36 seems to decrease after hyperbaric therapy (Greenhouse-Geisser: p = .010). Trends were found using paired t-testing for ''Mycoplasma'' infected CFS patients. The general perceived fatigue seemed to decrease after hyperbaric therapy (General Fatigue: p = .06). Directly after one week of hyperbaric therapy general fatigue improved (p = .03) but there was a reduction of activity (reduced activity: p = .05) and general perceived health (general health: p = .04). One month later the physical role increased (Role-Physical: p = .07). Although more data is required to make firm conclusions, trends were found. Reduced fatigue, increased levels of activity and an improved reaction time improved significantly their quality of life and therefore, enhanced also their functional status and thus could be used as an adjunctive therapy."<ref>[[Elke Van Hoof]], Danny Coomans, Pascale De Becker, Romain Meeusen, Raymond Cluydts & [[Kenny De Meirleir]] (2003). Nutritional Supplement (NT Factor™) Restores Mitochondrial Function and Reduces Moderately Severe Fatigue in Aged Subjects. ''Journal of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome'', Vol. 11, Iss. 3, pp. 37-49. http://dx.doi.org/10.1300/J092v11n03_04</ref></blockquote>

::[[Fukuda criteria]]

==Learn more==
*Wikipedia

== Medical Journals ==
Women in [[Fibromyalgia]] hyperbaric oxygen therapy study had concussions. "Patients who had fibromyalgia in addition to their post-concussion symptoms had complete resolution of the symptoms,... "<ref>[http://www.news-medical.net/news/20150603/Women-who-suffer-from-fibromyalgia-benefit-from-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy.aspx Women who suffer from fibromyalgia benefit from hyperbaric oxygen therapy]</ref> Due to this statement it is the opinion of some that this is in reality a study on concussions and not Fibromyalgia.

==Media Coverage==
'''Fibromyalgia Treatment with Hyperbaric Chamber Shows Promise''' ''EmpowHER'' - Michelle Blacsberg, RN - "Use of HBOT to treat those with fibromyalgia is not new. A 2004 study showed it did have success in a small study but they felt that HBOT was helpful to fibromyalgia patients due to increased oxygenated blood flow to tissues."<ref>[http://www.empowher.com/fibromyalgia/content/fibromyalgia-treatment-hyperbaric-chamber-shows-promise?page=0,1 Fibromyalgia Treatment with Hyperbaric Chamber Shows Promise]</ref>

==Learn more==

*2016, [http://www.meassociation.org.uk/2016/07/parliamentary-question-hyperbaric-oxygen-chambers-for-people-with-fibromyalgia-13-july-2016/ Parliamentary Questions | hyperbaric oxygen chambers for people with fibromyalgia]

==See also==

==References==
<references />

[[Category:Potential treatments]]
[[Category:Environmental treatments]]

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy

2018-05-03T21:19:32Z

Jonathanb:template format

[[File:HyperBaric Oxygen Therapy Chamber 2008.jpg|thumb|Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber]]
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a type of supplemental oxygen that is delivered under a pressure greater than 1 atm (101.325 kPa). This therapy results in delivery of much needed oxygen to hypoxic tissue. The hyperoxic state can also help the body to kill certain types of bacteria. HBOT also promotes neovascularization (growth of new blood vessels).<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://uihc.org/health-library/how-does-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy-work|title=How Does Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Work?|last=|first=|date=|website=University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

-brief description-

==Theory==

==Evidence==

==Clinicians==

==Risks and safety==

==Costs and availability==

==Notable studies==

*2013, {{Citation| issn = 1066-2936| volume = 40| issue = 2| pages = 197–200| last1 = Akarsu| first1 = Selim| last2 = Tekin| first2 = Levent| last3 = Ay| first3 = Hakan| last4 = Carli| first4 = Alparslan Bayram| last5 = Tok| first5 = Fatih| last6 = Simşek| first6 = Kemal| last7 = Kiralp| first7 = Mehmet Zeki| title = The efficacy of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the management of chronic fatigue syndrome| journal = Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine: Journal of the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society, Inc| date = April 2013| pmid = 23682549}}

::[[Fukuda criteria]]

*2003, Hyperbaric Therapy in [[Chronic Fatigue Syndrome]]<blockquote>"Abstract - The aim of this study was to determine if hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) could be used as adjunctive therapy and if HBOT could increase the quality of life in such a way that the functional status would improve in patients with an infection. A randomized, controlled trial was conducted on 15 ''[[Mycoplasma]]'' sp. infected CFS (CDC 1994) patients and 14 CFS (CDC 1994) patients with no evidence of a ''Mycoplasma'' infection were enrolled in a convenience randomization sample from our referral clinic. No statistical differences were found by use of univariate repeated measures although Bodily Pain as measured by the SF-36 seems to decrease after hyperbaric therapy (Greenhouse-Geisser: p = .010). Trends were found using paired t-testing for ''Mycoplasma'' infected CFS patients. The general perceived fatigue seemed to decrease after hyperbaric therapy (General Fatigue: p = .06). Directly after one week of hyperbaric therapy general fatigue improved (p = .03) but there was a reduction of activity (reduced activity: p = .05) and general perceived health (general health: p = .04). One month later the physical role increased (Role-Physical: p = .07). Although more data is required to make firm conclusions, trends were found. Reduced fatigue, increased levels of activity and an improved reaction time improved significantly their quality of life and therefore, enhanced also their functional status and thus could be used as an adjunctive therapy."<ref>[[Elke Van Hoof]], Danny Coomans, Pascale De Becker, Romain Meeusen, Raymond Cluydts & [[Kenny De Meirleir]] (2003). Nutritional Supplement (NT Factor™) Restores Mitochondrial Function and Reduces Moderately Severe Fatigue in Aged Subjects. ''Journal of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome'', Vol. 11, Iss. 3, pp. 37-49. http://dx.doi.org/10.1300/J092v11n03_04</ref></blockquote>

::[[Fukuda criteria]]

==Learn more==
*Wikipedia

==See also==

==References==
<references>

</references>

[[Category:Potential treatments]]

== Medical Journals ==
Women in [[Fibromyalgia]] hyperbaric oxygen therapy study had concussions. "Patients who had fibromyalgia in addition to their post-concussion symptoms had complete resolution of the symptoms,... "<ref>[http://www.news-medical.net/news/20150603/Women-who-suffer-from-fibromyalgia-benefit-from-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy.aspx Women who suffer from fibromyalgia benefit from hyperbaric oxygen therapy]</ref> Due to this statement it is the opinion of some that this is in reality a study on concussions and not Fibromyalgia.

==Media Coverage==
'''Fibromyalgia Treatment with Hyperbaric Chamber Shows Promise''' ''EmpowHER'' - Michelle Blacsberg, RN - "Use of HBOT to treat those with fibromyalgia is not new. A 2004 study showed it did have success in a small study but they felt that HBOT was helpful to fibromyalgia patients due to increased oxygenated blood flow to tissues."<ref>[http://www.empowher.com/fibromyalgia/content/fibromyalgia-treatment-hyperbaric-chamber-shows-promise?page=0,1 Fibromyalgia Treatment with Hyperbaric Chamber Shows Promise]</ref>

==Learn more==

*2016, [http://www.meassociation.org.uk/2016/07/parliamentary-question-hyperbaric-oxygen-chambers-for-people-with-fibromyalgia-13-july-2016/ Parliamentary Questions | hyperbaric oxygen chambers for people with fibromyalgia]

==References==
<references />

[[Category:Potential treatments]]
[[Category:Environmental treatments]]

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy

2018-05-03T21:16:15Z

Jonathanb:/* Notable studies */

[[File:HyperBaric Oxygen Therapy Chamber 2008.jpg|thumb|Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber]]
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a type of supplemental oxygen that is delivered under a pressure greater than 1 atm (101.325 kPa). This therapy results in delivery of much needed oxygen to hypoxic tissue. The hyperoxic state can also help the body to kill certain types of bacteria. HBOT also promotes neovascularization (growth of new blood vessels).<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://uihc.org/health-library/how-does-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy-work|title=How Does Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Work?|last=|first=|date=|website=University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

==Notable studies==

*2013, {{Citation| issn = 1066-2936| volume = 40| issue = 2| pages = 197–200| last1 = Akarsu| first1 = Selim| last2 = Tekin| first2 = Levent| last3 = Ay| first3 = Hakan| last4 = Carli| first4 = Alparslan Bayram| last5 = Tok| first5 = Fatih| last6 = Simşek| first6 = Kemal| last7 = Kiralp| first7 = Mehmet Zeki| title = The efficacy of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the management of chronic fatigue syndrome| journal = Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine: Journal of the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society, Inc| date = April 2013| pmid = 23682549}}

::[[Fukuda criteria]]

*2003, Hyperbaric Therapy in [[Chronic Fatigue Syndrome]]<blockquote>"Abstract - The aim of this study was to determine if hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) could be used as adjunctive therapy and if HBOT could increase the quality of life in such a way that the functional status would improve in patients with an infection. A randomized, controlled trial was conducted on 15 ''[[Mycoplasma]]'' sp. infected CFS (CDC 1994) patients and 14 CFS (CDC 1994) patients with no evidence of a ''Mycoplasma'' infection were enrolled in a convenience randomization sample from our referral clinic. No statistical differences were found by use of univariate repeated measures although Bodily Pain as measured by the SF-36 seems to decrease after hyperbaric therapy (Greenhouse-Geisser: p = .010). Trends were found using paired t-testing for ''Mycoplasma'' infected CFS patients. The general perceived fatigue seemed to decrease after hyperbaric therapy (General Fatigue: p = .06). Directly after one week of hyperbaric therapy general fatigue improved (p = .03) but there was a reduction of activity (reduced activity: p = .05) and general perceived health (general health: p = .04). One month later the physical role increased (Role-Physical: p = .07). Although more data is required to make firm conclusions, trends were found. Reduced fatigue, increased levels of activity and an improved reaction time improved significantly their quality of life and therefore, enhanced also their functional status and thus could be used as an adjunctive therapy."<ref>[[Elke Van Hoof]], Danny Coomans, Pascale De Becker, Romain Meeusen, Raymond Cluydts & [[Kenny De Meirleir]] (2003). Nutritional Supplement (NT Factor™) Restores Mitochondrial Function and Reduces Moderately Severe Fatigue in Aged Subjects. ''Journal of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome'', Vol. 11, Iss. 3, pp. 37-49. http://dx.doi.org/10.1300/J092v11n03_04</ref></blockquote>

::[[Fukuda criteria]]

== Medical Journals ==
Women in [[Fibromyalgia]] hyperbaric oxygen therapy study had concussions. "Patients who had fibromyalgia in addition to their post-concussion symptoms had complete resolution of the symptoms,... "<ref>[http://www.news-medical.net/news/20150603/Women-who-suffer-from-fibromyalgia-benefit-from-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy.aspx Women who suffer from fibromyalgia benefit from hyperbaric oxygen therapy]</ref> Due to this statement it is the opinion of some that this is in reality a study on concussions and not Fibromyalgia.

==Media Coverage==
'''Fibromyalgia Treatment with Hyperbaric Chamber Shows Promise''' ''EmpowHER'' - Michelle Blacsberg, RN - "Use of HBOT to treat those with fibromyalgia is not new. A 2004 study showed it did have success in a small study but they felt that HBOT was helpful to fibromyalgia patients due to increased oxygenated blood flow to tissues."<ref>[http://www.empowher.com/fibromyalgia/content/fibromyalgia-treatment-hyperbaric-chamber-shows-promise?page=0,1 Fibromyalgia Treatment with Hyperbaric Chamber Shows Promise]</ref>

==Learn more==

*2016, [http://www.meassociation.org.uk/2016/07/parliamentary-question-hyperbaric-oxygen-chambers-for-people-with-fibromyalgia-13-july-2016/ Parliamentary Questions | hyperbaric oxygen chambers for people with fibromyalgia]

==References==
<references />

[[Category:Potential treatments]]
[[Category:Environmental treatments]]

File:HyperBaric Oxygen Therapy Chamber 2008.jpg

2018-05-03T21:05:30Z

Jonathanb:

hyperbaric

Heat shock protein

2018-05-03T20:52:32Z

Jonathanb:/* ME/CFS */

[[File:Wiki commons hsp.png|thumb|HSPA1A|286x286px]]
'''Heat shock proteins''' (HSP) are a family of proteins that are produced by cells in response to exposure to stressful conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, and UV light; infection; exercise; starvation; fasting<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Zare|first=A|date=July 2011|title=Effect of Ramadan fasting on serum heat shock protein 70 and serum lipid profile|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21808959|journal=Singapore Med J.|volume=52(7)|pages=491-5|via=}}</ref>; and hypoxia. Heat shock proteins are classified by their molecular weight (e.g. hsp10, hsp40, hsp60, hsp70, ect).
==Function==
Heat shock proteins play the role of a chaperone for other proteins and significant part of the body's physiological stress response. HSPs are found in all cells of all organisms. These proteins also play a role in protecting from stress/apoptosis.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18432918|title=Heat-shock proteins|last=Li|first=Z|date=|website=Ncbi.Nih|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref> More specifically they also inhibit protein degradation, and as a result they inhibit skeletal muscle atrophy. <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2016/05/01/health-benefits-extreme-hot-cold-temperatures.aspx?x_cid=youtube|title=The Surprising Health Benefits of Extreme Hot and Cold Temperatures|last=Patrick|first=Rhonda|date=|website=Mercola|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref> Certain HSPs appear play cytoprotective role in many human diseases, including ischemia, inflammation, and infection.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Gabriella|first=Santoro|date=June 1999|title=Heat shock factors and the control of the stress response|url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0006295299002993#!|journal=Biochemical Pharmacology|volume=59|pages=55-63|via=}}</ref>

==ME/CFS==
A 2012 study found that after strenuous exercise ME/CFS patients had significantly lower levels of both HSP27 and HSP70.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22112145|title=Chronic fatigue syndrome: acute infection and history of physical activity affect resting levels and response to exercise of plasma oxidant/antioxidant status and heat shock proteins|last=Jammes|first=Y|date=|website=Ncbi.Nih|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref> These proteins have been shown to trigger [[hormesis]] in humans, and as a result mitochondrial biogenesis. Perhaps future treatments will incorporate either HSPs or other hormesis activating compounds, as a means to foster mitochondrial growth/repair.

==Learn more==

*[https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/roles-of-heat-shock-proteins/ Scientific American - Roles of Heat Shock Proteins]

==See also==

==References==
<references />

==See also==

*[[Cold shock protein]]

==References==

[[Category:Proteins]]
[[Category:Stress response]]
<references />

Heat shock protein

2018-05-03T20:49:52Z

Jonathanb:/* ME/CFS */

[[File:Wiki commons hsp.png|thumb|HSPA1A|286x286px]]
'''Heat shock proteins''' (HSP) are a family of proteins that are produced by cells in response to exposure to stressful conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, and UV light; infection; exercise; starvation; fasting<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Zare|first=A|date=July 2011|title=Effect of Ramadan fasting on serum heat shock protein 70 and serum lipid profile|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21808959|journal=Singapore Med J.|volume=52(7)|pages=491-5|via=}}</ref>; and hypoxia. Heat shock proteins are classified by their molecular weight (e.g. hsp10, hsp40, hsp60, hsp70, ect).
==Function==
Heat shock proteins play the role of a chaperone for other proteins and significant part of the body's physiological stress response. HSPs are found in all cells of all organisms. These proteins also play a role in protecting from stress/apoptosis.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18432918|title=Heat-shock proteins|last=Z|first=Li|date=|website=Ncbi.Nih|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref> More specifically they also inhibit protein degradation, and as a result they inhibit skeletal muscle atrophy. <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2016/05/01/health-benefits-extreme-hot-cold-temperatures.aspx?x_cid=youtube|title=The Surprising Health Benefits of Extreme Hot and Cold Temperatures|last=Patrick|first=Rhonda|date=|website=Mercola|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref> Certain HSPs appear play cytoprotective role in many human diseases, including ischemia, inflammation, and infection.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Gabriella|first=Santoro|date=June 1999|title=Heat shock factors and the control of the stress response|url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0006295299002993#!|journal=Biochemical Pharmacology|volume=59|pages=55-63|via=}}</ref>

==ME/CFS==
A 2012 study found that after strenuous exercise ME/CFS patients had significantly lower levels of both HSP27 and HSP70. These proteins have been shown to trigger [[hormesis]] in humans, and as a result mitochondrial biogenesis. Perhaps future treatments will incorporate either HSPs or other hormesis activating compounds, as a means to foster mitochondrial growth/repair.

==Learn more==

*[https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/roles-of-heat-shock-proteins/ Scientific American - Roles of Heat Shock Proteins]

==See also==

==References==
<references />

==See also==

*[[Cold shock protein]]

==References==

[[Category:Proteins]]
[[Category:Stress response]]
<references />

Heat shock protein

2018-05-03T19:39:49Z

Jonathanb:/* Function */

[[File:Wiki commons hsp.png|thumb|HSPA1A]]
'''Heat shock proteins''' (HSP) are a family of proteins that are produced by cells in response to exposure to stressful conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, and UV light; infection; exercise; starvation; fasting<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Zare|first=A|date=July 2011|title=Effect of Ramadan fasting on serum heat shock protein 70 and serum lipid profile|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21808959|journal=Singapore Med J.|volume=52(7)|pages=491-5|via=}}</ref>; and hypoxia. Heat shock proteins are classified by their molecular weight (e.g. hsp10, hsp40, hsp60, hsp70, ect).
==Function==
Heat shock proteins are found in all cells of all organisms. Heat shock proteins also play a role in protecting from apoptosis.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18432918|title=Heat-shock proteins|last=Z|first=Li|date=|website=Ncbi.Nih|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

==ME/CFS==

==Learn more==

*Wikipedia

==See also==

==References==
<references />

==See also==

*[[Cold shock protein]]

==References==

[[Category:Proteins]]
[[Category:Stress response]]
<references />

File:Wiki commons hsp.png

2018-05-03T19:39:27Z

Jonathanb:

HSPA1A

Heat shock protein

2018-05-03T19:34:07Z

Jonathanb:/* Function */

'''Heat shock proteins''' (HSP) are a family of proteins that are produced by cells in response to exposure to stressful conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, and UV light; infection; exercise; starvation; fasting<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Zare|first=A|date=July 2011|title=Effect of Ramadan fasting on serum heat shock protein 70 and serum lipid profile|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21808959|journal=Singapore Med J.|volume=52(7)|pages=491-5|via=}}</ref>; and hypoxia. Heat shock proteins are classified by their molecular weight (e.g. hsp10, hsp40, hsp60, hsp70, ect).
==Function==
Heat shock proteins are found in all cells of all organisms. Heat shock proteins also play a role in protecting from apoptosis.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18432918|title=Heat-shock proteins|last=Z|first=Li|date=|website=Ncbi.Nih|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

==ME/CFS==

==Learn more==

*Wikipedia

==See also==

==References==
<references />

==See also==

*[[Cold shock protein]]

==References==

[[Category:Proteins]]
[[Category:Stress response]]
<references />

Heat shock protein

2018-05-03T19:22:33Z

Jonathanb:page structure

Thermotherapy

2018-05-03T19:14:25Z

Jonathanb:/* Immune system */

Thermotherapy

==Methods==

=== Sauna ===
''For the full article see [[sauna]]''

==== Traditional sauna ====
[[File:Sauna-2844863 1920.jpg|thumb|A Finnish Sauna]]
The Traditional sauna uses a heating element to increase the ambient air temperature. Sauna has been widely used in Finland for centuries. Today there are 2 million saunas in Finland, which has a population of 5 million.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.pbs.org/pov/steamoflife/photo-gallery-in-context/|title=PBS Steam of Life|last=|first=|date=|website=PBS|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref> During a short sauna the average person will lose a pint of sweat. Patients afflicted with asthma or psoriasis have reported symptom relief.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/saunas-and-your-health|title=Saunas and your health|last=|first=|date=|website=Health.Harvard|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

==== Infrared sauna ====
An infrared sauna uses electrified ceramic plates to heat your skin. Far infrared radiation's effects include, increasing artery blood flow, improving endothelial function, reduction in blood pressure and alleviating fatigue.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4935255/|title=Far-infrared therapy for cardiovascular, autoimmune, and other chronic health problems: A systematic review|last=|first=|date=|website=Ncbi.Nih|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref> A small 2005 study observed symptomatic relief for CFS patients from daily usage for 35 days.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15992574|title=The effects of repeated thermal therapy for two patients with chronic fatigue syndrome.|last=|first=|date=|website=Ncbi.Nih|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

=== Hot bathing ===
Whirlpool or hot bath.

== Heath effects ==

=== Immune system ===
Animal models of the effects of thermotherapy have returned a wide range of results. Hormesis in some species results in enhanced resistance to future infections. However, in other animal models it results in an enhancement of other physiological systems at the detriment of the the immune system. Even the animals whose immune systems were weakened still had longer life expectancy.

=== Mitochondria ===
When the human body is activated by environmental stressors (e.g. heat or oxidative stress), it enters a state called [[hormesis]]. A 2008 study found that hormesis causes mitochondrial biogenesis.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Sano, Fukuda|first=Motoaki, Keiichi|date=November 2008|title=Activation of Mitochondrial Biogenesis by Hormesis|url=http://circres.ahajournals.org/content/103/11/1191.full|journal=Circulation Research|volume=103|pages=|via=}}</ref> Patients with ME/CFS have been show to have reduced mitochondrial function, so this is why thermotherapy or [[cryotherapy]] may be beneficial.

=== Longevity ===
Theromotherapy causes the activation of heat shock proteins. This mild acute stress results in the activation of cells protection mechanism (hormesis). Over times this hormetic strengthening results in a greater homeodynamic capacity. As humans age their homeodynamic space shrinks. Therefore, hormesis helps to counterbalance this key component of aging.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Suresh|first=I.S. Rattan|date=January 2008|title=Hormesis in aging|url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1568163707000360#!|journal=Ageing Research Reviews|volume=7|pages=|via=63-78}}</ref>

== In human disease ==
Sauna was found to be beneficial for antihistamine-resistant [[uriticaria]], an [[autoimmune]] disease.<ref name="saunaurticaria2014">{{Citation| issn = 1565-1088| volume = 16| issue = 3| pages = 182–183| last = Magen| first = Eli| title = Beneficial effect of sauna therapy on severe antihistamine-resistant chronic urticaria| journal = The Israel Medical Association journal: IMAJ| date = March 2014| pmid = 24761711}}</ref>

While exposure to heat (as well as cold) can tone the [[vagus nerve]] and is beneficial for the [[autonomic nervous system]], many patients with [[dysautonomia]] including patients with [[myalgic encephalomyelitis]] and [[postural orthostatic tachycardia]] are intolerant to heat and cold.

== See also ==

*[[Cryotherapy]]
*[[Hormesis]]

== References ==
<references />

Hormesis

2018-05-03T18:59:27Z

Jonathanb:/* Chronic fatigue syndrome */

[[File:Hormesis Dose Response.png|thumb|Hormesis Dose Response Graph]]
Hormesis is the dynamic where exposure to a low-dose or short-term exposure induces a beneficial physiological response. Examples of hormetic stressors include [[exercise]], [[fasting]], oxidative stress, [[caloric restriction]], [[cryotherapy|cold]], radiation, and [[thermotherapy|heat]]. Hormetic stressors exert different effects but many activate common or similar pathways. For example, exercise, fasting, and cold and heat exposure all induce the expression of [[heat shock proteins]].

== Benefits ==
When the human body is activated by environmental stressors, it enters a state of [[hormesis]]. A 2008 study found that hormesis causes mitochondrial biogenesis.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Sano, Fukuda|first=Motoaki, Keiichi|date=November 2008|title=Activation of Mitochondrial Biogenesis by Hormesis|url=http://circres.ahajournals.org/content/103/11/1191.full|journal=Circulation Research|volume=103|pages=|via=}}</ref> Patients with ME/CFS have been show to have reduced mitochondrial function, so this is why thermotherapy or [[cryotherapy]] may be beneficial.

==Chronic fatigue syndrome==

[[Robert Naviaux]] found subjects with [[ME/CFS]] exhibited the opposite metabolic and [[phospholipid]] profile to that found in acute [[cell danger response]], perhaps in response to a chronic cell danger signaling, such as a chronic infection. It is unclear what role, then, hormesis might play in patients with ME/CFS.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Naviaux|first=Robert|date=|title=Metabolic features of chronic fatigue syndrome|url=http://www.pnas.org/content/113/37/E5472|journal=Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences|volume=|pages=|via=}}</ref> Many patients as a function of the disease have a diminished ability to respond to hormetic challenges such as exercise, cold or heat. At the same time, some patients report improvement with [[intermittent fasting]] or [[sauna]] therapy.

Jamie Deckoff-Jones, MD has found success with normobaric oxygen therapy in patients with ME/CFS. She observed that periodic treatment was significantly more effective than continuous. This observation can be attributed to the benefit of allowing cells to repair via hormesis.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/most-overlooked-effective-prescription-drug-1|title=The Most Overlooked, Effective Prescription Drug|last=Deckoff-Jones, MD|first=Jamie|date=|website=GreenMedInfo|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

==See also==

*[[Cryotherapy]]
*[[Thermotherapy]]
*[[Heat shock protein]]
*[[Cold shock protein]]

==References==
<references />

Hormesis

2018-05-02T22:40:31Z

Jonathanb:/* Benefits */

[[File:Hormesis Dose Response.png|thumb|Hormesis Dose Response Graph]]
Hormesis is the dynamic where exposure to a low-dose or short-term exposure induces a beneficial physiological response. Examples of hormetic stressors include [[exercise]], [[fasting]], oxidative stress, [[caloric restriction]], [[cryotherapy|cold]], radiation, and [[thermotherapy|heat]]. Hormetic stressors exert different effects but many activate common or similar pathways. For example, exercise, fasting, and cold and heat exposure all induce the expression of [[heat shock proteins]].

== Benefits ==
When the human body is activated by environmental stressors, it enters a state of [[hormesis]]. A 2008 study found that hormesis causes mitochondrial biogenesis.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Sano, Fukuda|first=Motoaki, Keiichi|date=November 2008|title=Activation of Mitochondrial Biogenesis by Hormesis|url=http://circres.ahajournals.org/content/103/11/1191.full|journal=Circulation Research|volume=103|pages=|via=}}</ref> Patients with ME/CFS have been show to have reduced mitochondrial function, so this is why thermotherapy or [[cryotherapy]] may be beneficial.

==Chronic fatigue syndrome==

[[Robert Naviaux]] found subjects with [[ME/CFS]] exhibited the opposite metabolic and [[phospholipid]] profile to that found in acute [[cell danger response]], perhaps in response to a chronic cell danger signaling, such as a chronic infection. It is unclear what role, then, hormesis might play in patients with ME/CFS.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Naviaux|first=Robert|date=|title=Metabolic features of chronic fatigue syndrome|url=http://www.pnas.org/content/113/37/E5472|journal=Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences|volume=|pages=|via=}}</ref> Many patients as a function of the disease have a diminished ability to respond to hormetic challenges such as exercise, cold or heat. At the same time, some patients report improvement with [[intermittent fasting]] or [[sauna]] therapy.

==See also==

*[[Cryotherapy]]
*[[Thermotherapy]]
*[[Heat shock protein]]
*[[Cold shock protein]]

==References==
<references />

Hormesis

2018-05-02T22:30:41Z

Jonathanb:/* Benefits */

[[File:Hormesis Dose Response.png|thumb|Hormesis Dose Response Graph]]
Hormesis is the dynamic where exposure to a low-dose or short-term exposure induces a beneficial physiological response. Examples of hormetic stressors include [[exercise]], [[fasting]], [[caloric restriction]], [[cryotherapy|cold]], radiation, and [[thermotherapy|heat]]. Hormetic stressors exert different effects but many activate common or similar pathways. For example, exercise, fasting, and cold and heat exposure all induce the expression of [[heat shock proteins]].

== Benefits ==
When the human body is activated by environmental stressors, it enters a state of [[hormesis]]. A 2008 study found that hormesis causes mitochondrial biogenesis.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Sano, Fukuda|first=Motoaki, Keiichi|date=November 2008|title=Activation of Mitochondrial Biogenesis by Hormesis|url=http://circres.ahajournals.org/content/103/11/1191.full|journal=Circulation Research|volume=103|pages=|via=}}</ref> Patients with ME/CFS have been show to have reduced mitochondrial function, so this is why thermotherapy or [[cryotherapy]] may be beneficial.

==Chronic fatigue syndrome==

[[Robert Naviaux]] found subjects with [[ME/CFS]] exhibited the opposite metabolic and [[phospholipid]] profile to that found in acute [[cell danger response]], perhaps in response to a chronic cell danger signaling, such as a chronic infection. It is unclear what role, then, hormesis might play in patients with ME/CFS.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Naviaux|first=Robert|date=|title=Metabolic features of chronic fatigue syndrome|url=http://www.pnas.org/content/113/37/E5472|journal=Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences|volume=|pages=|via=}}</ref> Many patients as a function of the disease have a diminished ability to respond to hormetic challenges such as exercise, cold or heat. At the same time, some patients report improvement with [[intermittent fasting]] or [[sauna]] therapy.

==See also==

*[[Cryotherapy]]
*[[Thermotherapy]]
*[[Heat shock protein]]
*[[Cold shock protein]]

==References==
<references />

File:Hormesis Dose Response.png

2018-05-02T22:30:02Z

Jonathanb:

Hormesis Dose Response Graph

Hormesis

2018-05-02T22:25:35Z

Jonathanb:/* Chronic fatigue syndrome */

Hormesis is the dynamic where exposure to a low-dose or short-term exposure induces a beneficial physiological response. Examples of hormetic stressors include [[exercise]], [[fasting]], [[caloric restriction]], [[cryotherapy|cold]], radiation, and [[thermotherapy|heat]]. Hormetic stressors exert different effects but many activate common or similar pathways. For example, exercise, fasting, and cold and heat exposure all induce the expression of [[heat shock proteins]].

== Benefits ==
When the human body is activated by environmental stressors, it enters a state of [[hormesis]]. A 2008 study found that hormesis causes mitochondrial biogenesis.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Sano, Fukuda|first=Motoaki, Keiichi|date=November 2008|title=Activation of Mitochondrial Biogenesis by Hormesis|url=http://circres.ahajournals.org/content/103/11/1191.full|journal=Circulation Research|volume=103|pages=|via=}}</ref> Patients with ME/CFS have been show to have reduced mitochondrial function, so this is why thermotherapy or [[cryotherapy]] may be beneficial.

==Chronic fatigue syndrome==

[[Robert Naviaux]] found subjects with [[ME/CFS]] exhibited the opposite metabolic and [[phospholipid]] profile to that found in acute [[cell danger response]], perhaps in response to a chronic cell danger signaling, such as a chronic infection. It is unclear what role, then, hormesis might play in patients with ME/CFS.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Naviaux|first=Robert|date=|title=Metabolic features of chronic fatigue syndrome|url=http://www.pnas.org/content/113/37/E5472|journal=Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences|volume=|pages=|via=}}</ref> Many patients as a function of the disease have a diminished ability to respond to hormetic challenges such as exercise, cold or heat. At the same time, some patients report improvement with [[intermittent fasting]] or [[sauna]] therapy.

==See also==

*[[Cryotherapy]]
*[[Thermotherapy]]
*[[Heat shock protein]]
*[[Cold shock protein]]

==References==
<references />

Thermotherapy

2018-05-02T21:27:39Z

Jonathanb:/* Mitochondria */

Thermotherapy

==Methods==

=== Sauna ===
''For the full article see [[sauna]]''

==== Traditional sauna ====
[[File:Sauna-2844863 1920.jpg|thumb|A Finnish Sauna]]
The Traditional sauna uses a heating element to increase the ambient air temperature. Sauna has been widely used in Finland for centuries. Today there are 2 million saunas in Finland, which has a population of 5 million.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.pbs.org/pov/steamoflife/photo-gallery-in-context/|title=PBS Steam of Life|last=|first=|date=|website=PBS|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref> During a short sauna the average person will lose a pint of sweat. Patients afflicted with asthma or psoriasis have reported symptom relief.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/saunas-and-your-health|title=Saunas and your health|last=|first=|date=|website=Health.Harvard|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

==== Infrared sauna ====
An infrared sauna uses electrified ceramic plates to heat your skin. Far infrared radiation's effects include, increasing artery blood flow, improving endothelial function, reduction in blood pressure and alleviating fatigue.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4935255/|title=Far-infrared therapy for cardiovascular, autoimmune, and other chronic health problems: A systematic review|last=|first=|date=|website=Ncbi.Nih|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref> A small 2005 study observed symptomatic relief for CFS patients from daily usage for 35 days.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15992574|title=The effects of repeated thermal therapy for two patients with chronic fatigue syndrome.|last=|first=|date=|website=Ncbi.Nih|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

=== Hot bathing ===
Whirlpool or hot bath.

== Heath effects ==

=== Immune system ===
x

=== Mitochondria ===
When the human body is activated by environmental stressors (e.g. heat or oxidative stress), it enters a state called [[hormesis]]. A 2008 study found that hormesis causes mitochondrial biogenesis.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Sano, Fukuda|first=Motoaki, Keiichi|date=November 2008|title=Activation of Mitochondrial Biogenesis by Hormesis|url=http://circres.ahajournals.org/content/103/11/1191.full|journal=Circulation Research|volume=103|pages=|via=}}</ref> Patients with ME/CFS have been show to have reduced mitochondrial function, so this is why thermotherapy or [[cryotherapy]] may be beneficial.

=== Longevity ===
Theromotherapy causes the activation of heat shock proteins. This mild acute stress results in the activation of cells protection mechanism (hormesis). Over times this hormetic strengthening results in a greater homeodynamic capacity. As humans age their homeodynamic space shrinks. Therefore, hormesis helps to counterbalance this key component of aging.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Suresh|first=I.S. Rattan|date=January 2008|title=Hormesis in aging|url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1568163707000360#!|journal=Ageing Research Reviews|volume=7|pages=|via=63-78}}</ref>

== In human disease ==
Sauna was found to be beneficial for antihistamine-resistant [[uriticaria]], an [[autoimmune]] disease.<ref name="saunaurticaria2014">{{Citation| issn = 1565-1088| volume = 16| issue = 3| pages = 182–183| last = Magen| first = Eli| title = Beneficial effect of sauna therapy on severe antihistamine-resistant chronic urticaria| journal = The Israel Medical Association journal: IMAJ| date = March 2014| pmid = 24761711}}</ref>

While exposure to heat (as well as cold) can tone the [[vagus nerve]] and is beneficial for the [[autonomic nervous system]], many patients with [[dysautonomia]] including patients with [[myalgic encephalomyelitis]] and [[postural orthostatic tachycardia]] are intolerant to heat and cold.

== See also ==

*[[Cryotherapy]]
*[[Hormesis]]

== References ==
<references />

Thermotherapy

2018-05-02T20:50:02Z

Jonathanb:/* Longevity */

Thermotherapy

==Methods==

=== Sauna ===
''For the full article see [[sauna]]''

==== Traditional sauna ====
[[File:Sauna-2844863 1920.jpg|thumb|A Finnish Sauna]]
The Traditional sauna uses a heating element to increase the ambient air temperature. Sauna has been widely used in Finland for centuries. Today there are 2 million saunas in Finland, which has a population of 5 million.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.pbs.org/pov/steamoflife/photo-gallery-in-context/|title=PBS Steam of Life|last=|first=|date=|website=PBS|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref> During a short sauna the average person will lose a pint of sweat. Patients afflicted with asthma or psoriasis have reported symptom relief.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/saunas-and-your-health|title=Saunas and your health|last=|first=|date=|website=Health.Harvard|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

==== Infrared sauna ====
An infrared sauna uses electrified ceramic plates to heat your skin. Far infrared radiation's effects include, increasing artery blood flow, improving endothelial function, reduction in blood pressure and alleviating fatigue.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4935255/|title=Far-infrared therapy for cardiovascular, autoimmune, and other chronic health problems: A systematic review|last=|first=|date=|website=Ncbi.Nih|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref> A small 2005 study observed symptomatic relief for CFS patients from daily usage for 35 days.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15992574|title=The effects of repeated thermal therapy for two patients with chronic fatigue syndrome.|last=|first=|date=|website=Ncbi.Nih|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

=== Hot bathing ===
Whirlpool or hot bath.

== Heath effects ==

=== Immune system ===
x

=== Mitochondria ===
x

=== Longevity ===
Theromotherapy causes the activation of heat shock proteins. This mild acute stress results in the activation of cells protection mechanism (hormesis). Over times this hormetic strengthening results in a greater homeodynamic capacity. As humans age their homeodynamic space shrinks. Therefore, hormesis helps to counterbalance this key component of aging.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Suresh|first=I.S. Rattan|date=January 2008|title=Hormesis in aging|url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1568163707000360#!|journal=Ageing Research Reviews|volume=7|pages=|via=63-78}}</ref>

== In human disease ==
Sauna was found to be beneficial for antihistamine-resistant [[uriticaria]], an [[autoimmune]] disease.<ref name="saunaurticaria2014">{{Citation| issn = 1565-1088| volume = 16| issue = 3| pages = 182–183| last = Magen| first = Eli| title = Beneficial effect of sauna therapy on severe antihistamine-resistant chronic urticaria| journal = The Israel Medical Association journal: IMAJ| date = March 2014| pmid = 24761711}}</ref>

While exposure to heat (as well as cold) can tone the [[vagus nerve]] and is beneficial for the [[autonomic nervous system]], many patients with [[dysautonomia]] including patients with [[myalgic encephalomyelitis]] and [[postural orthostatic tachycardia]] are intolerant to heat and cold.

== See also ==

*[[Cryotherapy]]
*[[Hormesis]]

== References ==
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Thermotherapy

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Sauna

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It is not known through what mechanisms sauna may generate health benefits. Sauna is a type of [[Hormesis|hormetic]] [[thermotherapy]]. Exposure to high heat generates [[heat shock proteins]], which induce [[Mitochondria|mitochondrial]] biogenesis and have been linked to the regeneration of [[synapses]]. It also induces the creation of [[endorphins]], which may reduce [[pain]], and improves [[circulation]].

Sauna was found to be beneficial for antihistamine-resistant [[uriticaria]], an [[autoimmune]] disease.<ref name="saunaurticaria2014" />

A 2015 study found that frequent sauna usage lowered men's risk of fatal cardiovascular disease and premature death from other causes. The study's conclusion reports, "Increased frequency of sauna bathing is associated with a reduced risk of SCD, CHD, CVD, and all-cause mortality. Further studies are warranted to establish the potential mechanism that links sauna bathing and cardiovascular health."<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25705824|title=Association between sauna bathing and fatal cardiovascular and all-cause mortality events|last=|first=|date=|website=NCBI NIH|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>

==Learn more==

*2016, [https://selfhacked.com/2016/05/08/reasons-sweating-far-often/ 18 Incredible Science-Based Benefits of Regular Sauna Use]

==References==
<references>
<ref name="saunaurticaria2014">{{Citation| issn = 1565-1088| volume = 16| issue = 3| pages = 182–183| last = Magen| first = Eli| title = Beneficial effect of sauna therapy on severe antihistamine-resistant chronic urticaria| journal = The Israel Medical Association journal: IMAJ| date = March 2014| pmid = 24761711}}</ref>
</references>

[[Category:Potential treatments]]

Thermotherapy

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A Finnish sauna