If HBOT Makes You Feel Worse, This May Be Why (& How to Fix It)

📌 Join the HBOT Certification Waitlist here 👉 http://eepurl.com/jpvcZU Get early access + special free bonuses inside📚 Get Certified and Learn how to use HBOT safely and effectively in our certification course: https://drmasha.com/hbot-certification-course/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Book your Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy consultation with Dr. Masha: https://drmasha.com/consult-with-me/ If HBOT makes you feel worse at the start, it does not always mean the therapy is wrong for you.In this episode, Dr. Masha Makeeva explains why some patients react badly to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, what high oxidative stress has to do with it, and how to adjust treatment more safely.You’ll learn:- why some people feel worse after HBOT- how to recognise high oxidative stress- why standard protocols do not work for everyone- how to start lower and progress more safelyTimestamps:00:00 INTRO00:48 Why Some People Feel Worse After HBOT01:32 What Oxidative Stress Is03:54 Conditions Associated with High Oxidative Stress06:10 How to Help People with High Oxidative Stress07:44 How to Optimize the Hyperbaric Protocol10:29 Patient Story13:17 What is Gentle Antioxidant Support 14:49 How to Do HBOT More SafelyThanks for watching! DISCLAIMER: All content posted on this channel is for informational purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast disclaims responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

📌 Find Dr. Allen Meglin here: https://www.advancedregenerativetherapies.com/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Book your Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy consultation with Dr. Masha: https://drmasha.com/consult-with-me/ 📚 Join the HBOT Certification Waitlist here 👉 http://eepurl.com/jpvcZU Get early access + special free bonuses insideIn this episode, Dr. Masha Makeeva sat down with Dr. Allen Meglin to discuss hyperbaric oxygen and cancer care.You’ll discover:• Top strategies to help the body fight cancer cells• Why he believes cancer treatment should target not only the tumor, but also the body’s “terrain” including immunity, metabolism, microbiome, sleep, and stress• Why hyperbaric oxygen is discussed here as an adjunctive therapy, not a replacement for chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, or immunotherapy• Why one or two hyperbaric sessions are not enoughTimestamps:00:00 INTRO01:47 Dr. Meglin’s personal story about cancer07:30 The most important principles Dr. Meglin uses in cancer treatment10:43 How Dr. Meglin started working with hyperbaric oxygen therapy12:39 Advice for people going through cancer treatment13:58 How cancer treatment has changed over time17:15 Why hope plays a huge role in cancer treatment17:37 What cancer is and why it happens to everyone23:19 What it means to improve the terrain and why targeting the tumor alone is not enough25:56 Top strategies to help the body fight cancer cells29:10 Immunity, hyperbarics, and why this is not a replacement for primary treatment30:54 How hyperbaric pressure is selected34:10 Why hyperbaric therapy must be done as a course40:39 What to combine with hyperbarics for cancer patients46:52 Microbiome, probiotics, and nutrition for immune support49:22 Fear, sleep, and supporting the whole family during treatment53:57 Why hyperbarics, nutrition, and movement are long-term strategies57:17 Red light therapy, the Warburg effect, and why oxygen mattersThanks for watching! DISCLAIMER: All content posted on this channel is for informational purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast disclaims responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

📌 Take our short survey and get the HBOT Safety Checklist: https://bit.ly/41byVis 🏥 Matthew and Becky’s clinic details: https://www.somersethealthpractice.co.uk/ 📚 Get Certified and Learn how to use HBOT safely and effectively in our certification course: https://drmasha.com/hbot-certification-course/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Book your Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy consultation with Dr. Masha: https://drmasha.com/consult-with-me/ In this episode, Dr. Masha Makeeva is joined by Matthew Jackson and Becky Bliss from Somerset Health Practice, a fracture and pain clinic in England, to explain how they use PEMF and hyperbaric oxygen therapy in clinic practice.They break down:• when they use low-level vs high-intensity PEMF• why they often start with PEMF before HBOT• whether order really matters• how they approach acute injuries vs chronic casesThey also share real recovery cases and explain the role of laser, shockwave, ultrasound, sleep, nutrition, and stress in the healing process. I hope you'll enjoy this conversation! Timestamps:00:00 INTRO01:12 Why Combine Hyperbaric Therapy With PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field)02:21 Low-Intensity vs High-Intensity PEMF04:24 Full-Body PEMF vs a Targeted PEMF Device06:51 What Results Low-Intensity PEMF Mats Bring10:41 Mild-Pressure vs Higher-Pressure Hyperbaric12:15 Why Athletes May Tolerate More Intensive Treatment14:33 Patient Story: What Hyperbaric Changed After Knee Replacement16:00 Does PEMF Need to Happen Before Hyperbaric?19:21 How Do Results Differ When You Change the Frequency of PEMF and HBOT?20:29 Patient Story: Motorbike Accident and Fractured Pelvis Recovery23:44 How Can Fractures Heal in 2 Weeks Instead of 6 to 828:22 Other Tools To Use: Laser, Shockwave, Ultrasound, Acupuncture30:01 Training, Home Use, and Practitioner Guidance32:24 Contraindications for PEMF34:36 Top 3 Healing Priorities37:12 Matthew and Becky’s Clinic Location Thanks for watching! DISCLAIMER: All content posted on this channel is for informational purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast disclaims responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

📌 Get 20% off the GlycanAge test with the code DRMASHA, valid from March 27 to June 27: https://glycanage.com/price-and-plans?discount=DRMASHA 👩🏻‍⚕️ Book your Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy consultation with Dr. Masha: https://drmasha.com/consult-with-me/ In this episode, I’m joined by Zorrie Dimitrova, COO of GlycanAge. We break down how biological age testing works, what it actually measures, and how to know if your longevity routine is really making a difference.You’ll learn:- What biological age really means (and why it matters more than your actual age)- How inflammation impacts aging on a deeper level- The difference between glycans, telomeres, and other aging markers- When you should retest after making lifestyle changes- Why stress may be accelerating your aging more than you thinkIf you're investing in your health, this is how you measure if it's actually working. Timestamps:00:00 INTRO02:02 Why Testing Biological Age Matters03:26 Biological Age vs Chronological Age07:48 Why Testing Helps Track What’s Actually Working08:31 When Should You Retest After an Intervention?11:00 Glycans vs Telomeres vs Methylation13:48 Why Inflammation Matters So Much15:28 How Practitioners Choose What Test to Use19:41 Dr. Masha’s First Biological Age Result20:32 How Low Can Biological Age Go?22:20 Stress and Biological Aging27:03 Why Prevention Is So Hard30:18 What Happens After You Get Your Results36:20 What If Your Score Doesn’t Improve?37:08 Which Interventions May Help Biological Age MostThanks for watching!DISCLAIMER: All content posted on this channel is for informational purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast disclaims responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

📌 Find Dr. Gross here: https://recellebrate.com/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Book your Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy consultation with Dr. Masha: https://drmasha.com/consult-with-me/ In this episode, Dr. Jeff Gross, neurosurgeon and a pioneer in regenerative medicine, reveals how he uses peptides, exosomes, and MRI-guided regenerative procedures to help restore damaged joints and improve healing, based on years of clinical practice, imaging follow-up, and long-term patient outcomesYou'll discover:• How some patients showed up to 25% or more cartilage thickness restoration on MRI after a single injection over one year• Why Dr. Gross says exosomes may outperform stem cells in practicality, including lower cost, better tissue penetration, and the ability to cross the blood-brain barrier• The exact musculoskeletal peptide stack he uses, including BPC-157, TB-500, and Cartilax, and why protocols may run 6 to 12 weeksThis episode is for you if you are tired of being told that joint pain, stiffness, and slow recovery are “just aging”. It is also for anyone who wants to understand what regenerative medicine can actually look like in practice before jumping into expensive treatments blindlyTimestamps:00:00 INTRO01:32 What is regenerative medicine03:31 Are there limits to tissue regeneration07:03 What conditions do patients typically come in with08:39 What therapies are most effective in Dr. Gross' practice11:13 What are peptides and how are they used16:22 Why you need to be cautious with peptides18:26 Which peptides Dr. Gross uses most20:56 How to combine peptides with other therapies23:34 Can people over 60 regenerate, and is it slower27:48 What are exosomes and how are they used29:43 The difference between exosomes and stem cells30:34 Pregnancy, stem cells, and exosomes31:50 Are there side effects from exosomes34:54 Working with long COVID patients35:37 How to work with Dr. Gross36:30 Treating autoimmune diseasesThanks for watching! DISCLAIMER: All content posted on this channel is for informational purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast disclaims responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

In this episode of the How to Hyperbaric Podcast, Dr. Masha Makeeva speaks with integrative medicine expert Dr. Paul Anderson about one of the most common questions patients ask when using hyperbaric oxygen therapy: Can supplements be combined with HBOT without reducing its benefits?You’ll discover:• Whether supplements or antioxidants can interfere with hyperbaric oxygen therapy• The key difference between oral supplements and IV nutrients when used with HBOT• The foundational supplements Dr. Anderson most often recommends for patients • How molecular hydrogen may support recovery and chronic illness• Why combining too many therapies at once can sometimes overwhelm the body instead of helping it healThis conversation also challenges a common belief in modern wellness culture: that the more therapies you stack, the better the results. But what if the opposite is sometimes true? Dr. Anderson explains why combining too many treatments can quietly overwhelm the body and how to choose therapies you actually need. 📌 Learn more from Dr. Paul Anderson on his website: https://dranow.com/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Book your Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy consultation with Dr. Masha: https://drmasha.com/consult-with-me/📚 Join the HBOT Certification Waitlist here 👉 http://eepurl.com/jlTZG-/ Get early access + special free bonuses insideTimestamps:00:00 INTRO00:53 Can Supplements Be Combined with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?05:05 Timing Principles for Combining Oral Supplements with HBOT06:28 Timing Principles for Combining IV Nutrients with HBOT11:21 "What If I Take Antioxidants Before Going into a Hyperbaric Chamber? Could That Affect My Body’s Antioxidant Response to Oxidative Stress?"13:07 Can Taking Antioxidants Like Low-Dose Vitamin C and Vitamin E Before HBOT Help People with High Oxidative Stress (Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, Chronic Illness)?16:00 What Supplements Dr. Anderson Most Recommends for Patients Using HBOT21:25 Dr. Anderson on Molecular Hydrogen as a Supplement25:44 Can Hydrogen Inhalation Overwhelm the System?30:56 How Combining Therapies Can Sometimes Do More Harm Than Good37:38 Why There Are No Truly “Healthy” People and Why What Helps One Person May Not Help Another43:46 How to Learn More About Your Condition from Dr. Paul AndersonThanks for watching! DISCLAIMER: All content posted on this channel is for informational purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast disclaims responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

🎁 Join my 5-Day HBOT Sprint — totally for free: link http://eepurl.com/jkDsN-/ 📌 Find Dr. Allen Meglin here: https://www.advancedregenerativetherapies.com/ 📚Get Certified and Learn how to use HBOT safely and effectively in our certification course: https://drmasha.com/hbot-certification-course/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Book your Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy consultation with Dr. Masha: https://drmasha.com/consult-with-me/ In this episode, my guest is Dr. Allen Meglin, a physician working in regenerative medicine and hyperbaric oxygen therapy who also studies genomics and oxidative stress. We discuss why there is no single hyperbaric protocol that works for everyone and why treatment must be adjusted based on each patient’s response.We also talk about oxidative stress, oxygen toxicity, and why proper dosing is critical for safe and effective hyperbaric therapy. Dr. Meglin explains how genetics, patient history, and simple clinical feedback can help guide treatment and why many people stop hyperbaric therapy too early before results appear.Timestamps:00:00 INTRO01:59 DNA, Genes, and Hyperbaric Therapy Protocols08:01 Minimum Dose of HBOT to See Results10:28 HBOT as a Stressor: Finding the Therapeutic Sweet Spot15:31 How Genetics Affects Response to Hyperbaric Therapy21:40 Using Heart Rate Variability to Assess HBOT24:35 Wearables, Supplements, and Personalized Treatment 31:57 Clinical Questions That Reveal Your Real Health43:06 Is Subjective Information Actually Useful?46:28 Where to Find Dr. Allen Meglin49:43 What Your 5 PM Energy Level Says About Your HealthThanks for watching! DISCLAIMER: All content posted on this channel is for informational purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast disclaims responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

In this episode of the How to Hyperbaric Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Joe Watso, assistant professor at Florida State University and director of the Cardiovascular and Applied Physiology Laboratory.We break down the science of VO2 max, one of the strongest predictors of longevity and overall health. Dr. Watso explains what VO2 max actually measures, why it reflects far more than just fitness, and how it connects to cardiovascular function, lung capacity, mitochondrial health, and long-term independence.We discuss how VO2 max is properly measured in a laboratory setting, how to get an estimate at home, how accurate wearable estimates really are, and how often it makes sense to test it. We also explore how VO2 max compares to heart rate variability (HRV), what lactate threshold and exercise economy reveal about performance, and what markers matter most for longevity and wellness.📌 Find Dr. Joe Watso here: https://joewatso.com/📚Get Certified and Learn how to use HBOT safely and effectively in our certification course: https://drmasha.com/hbot-certification-course/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Book your Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy consultation with Dr. Masha: https://drmasha.com/consult-with-me/ Timestamps:00:00 INTRO01:48 What Is VO2 Max?02:08 How to Measure VO2 Max03:22 What VO2 Max Can Tell Us About Our Body04:31 How VO2 Max Relates to Longevity06:24 Can We Use VO2 Max as a Marker to Measure Therapy Progress?07:52 Heart Rate Variability (HRV) vs. VO2 Max12:56 What to Do to Increase Your VO2 Max14:37 Do You Need to Be Fit Before Training VO2 Max?18:10 Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and VO2 Max19:24 Mitochondria and VO2 Max — What’s the Link?21:59 Combining Hyperbaric Therapy With Interval Training23:56 How Often Should You Test VO2 Max?25:26 Are VO2 Max Devices Accurate?27:25 Lactate Threshold Explained31:01 Running Economy vs. Cycling Economy32:56 Best Markers for Longevity and Wellness36:45 Are Wearables Accurate for VO2 Max?41:46 Where to Find Dr. Joseph WatsoThanks for watching! DISCLAIMER: All content posted on this channel is for informational purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast disclaims responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

📌 Get 10% off your photobiomodulation device with code MASHA10: https://sunpowerled.com/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Book your consultation with Dr. Masha: https://drmasha.com/consult-with-me/ In this episode of the How to Hyperbaric Podcast, I’m joined by Tom Kerber, CEO of SunPowerLED and a healthcare electronics inventor with over 50 years of experience.We break down the science of photobiomodulation, specifically red light therapy and near infrared, explaining what actually determines clinical results. We discuss how to choose the right red light therapy device, the biggest myths about LED panels and red light therapy beds, and the critical difference between electrical power and optical power output.You’ll learn how irradiance, energy density, wavelength, and treatment time affect outcomes, whether longer sessions can compensate for lower-powered devices, and how to evaluate red light therapy equipment for performance, safety, and effectiveness.Timestamps:00:00 INTRO01:23 How to Choose the Right Red Light Device11:13 The Biggest Lies About Red Light Therapy Devices12:38 The Difference Between Electrical and Optical Power17:13 Is It True That Stronger Energy Concentration Means Shorter Treatment Times?20:08 Comparing Different Red Light Devices22:07 Can Time Replace the Power of a Red Light Device?23:56 What Happens When Using a Red Light Therapy Bed for Wellness?27:56 Why There Are No LED Lasers for Home Use30:35 Can Red and Infrared Wavelengths Be Used Together?31:53 Is It Preferable to Use One Wavelength at a Time for Maximum Intensity?34:46 Is High Intensity Possible in Larger Light Therapy Devices?38:25 Benefits of Deeper-Penetration Light Devices42:11 Combining Hyperbaric Therapy with Red Light Therapy43:50 Where to Buy Red Light Therapy DevicesThanks for watching! DISCLAIMER: All content posted on this channel is for informational purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast disclaims responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

📚Get Certified and Learn how to use HBOT safely and effectively in our certification course: https://drmasha.com/hbot-certification-course/ 📌 Visit Revo Studios in Barcelona: https://www.revostudios.eu/🎁 Use code PARTNER100 for $100 off your Get Get your BrainTap set: https://bit.ly/3Tkh1qR In this episode of the How to Hyperbaric Podcast, Dr. Masha talks with Maria and Luca, founders of Revo Studios in Barcelona, about what separates biohacking centers that deliver real results from those that don’t.You’ll learn why personalized protocols matter more than a simple “menu of therapies,” how biomarker assessments shape individual plans, and why education and proper certification are essential when offering technologies like hyperbaric oxygen therapy, cryotherapy, red light therapy, and PEMF. We also discuss how to combine therapies effectively, how to build sustainable treatment plans that members actually stick to, and what makes some wellness studios fully booked while others struggle.If you’re curious about longevity, recovery, biohacking stacks, or how to build a results-driven wellness space, this episode breaks it down clearly and practically.Timestamps:00:00 INTRO01:54 What Is a Biohacking Studio Designed for Urban Life?04:24 Personalized Protocols in Wellness Centers08:22 Client Case: Wanting Cryotherapy for Anxiety12:26 Real-Life Example of Personalizing Protocols for Clients18:05 Why Understanding How Therapies Work Is Essential for Running a Clinic22:02 Dr. Masha’s Favorite Therapy Combination22:27 What Sets Busy Centers Apart from Those That Struggle27:48 Favorite Therapy Combinations in a Wellness Clinic35:44 Dr. Masha’s Experience at Revo Studio39:27 Future Plans for the Wellness CenterDISCLAIMER: All content posted on this channel is for informational purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast disclaims responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.