With more than 590 million reported cases of COVID-19 worldwide, researchers say that COVID-19 is here to stay. For up to 30% of those suffering from the infection, their symptoms are here to stay, as well. Long COVID – defined by the CDC as long-term effects from the initial SARS-CoV-2 infection – affects individuals differently for months or even years. Symptoms can involve cognitive, neurological, physical, respiratory, and digestive issues. A recent study is helping physicians understand that the reason for the lasting symptoms is due in part to the virus’ interference in the brain. To date, there is no single treatment that has been approved to rid long haulers of their symptoms, but one new study published in Scientific Reports shows promise for significant long COVID symptom relief. The randomized, controlled clinical trial demonstrated that hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) used in a specific protocol, was proven effective at reducing symptoms of long COVID. Study participants showed significant improvement in global cognitive function, energy, sleep, psychiatric symptoms, and pain interference. Participants in the control group did not improve. “Pretreatment, the results of these measurements were not different in the two groups. Post-treatment, however, the hyperbaric oxygen therapy group had significantly better cognitive function, less fatigue, less pain and fewer complaints of mood disorders than the sham group,” said Dr. Anthony Komaroff in a review of the study for the New England Journal of Medicine. HBOT has been used for centuries, but the new research study has shown that a specific protocol involving oxygen fluctuation in a multi-place chamber can induce neurogenesis, neuronal stem cell proliferation, increased blood flow and neuroplasticity (the brain’s ability to create new neural connections). HBOT involves breathing 100% pure oxygen while in a controlled space called a hyperbaric chamber. The air pressure inside is raised to a level that is higher than normal, which helps the lungs collect more oxygen and more effectively deliver that oxygen to damaged tissues, thus expediting the healing process. PromisingTreatmentNowAvailable for Long COVID Symptoms Call 352-750-2848 or visit aviv-clinics.com/contact-us to schedule an appointment. Research group leader Shai Efrati MD is the director of the Sagol Center, professor of medicine at Tel Aviv University and chair of Aviv Scientific’s medical advisory board. Dr. Efrati added, “The study revealed that HBOT can induce structural and functional repair of the damaged regions of the brain and improve the cognitive, behavioral and emotional function of the unfortunate patients suffering from post-COVID-19 conditions.” For those seeking relief from long COVID and many other conditions affecting the brain, new hope for healing is finally here. Aviv Clinics in Florida and Dubai are the exclusive treatment centers using the specific protocols used in the study. The state-of-the-art facilities are treating clients using proven methods in the safest, most advanced clinics in the world. “Millions of those who have recovered from COVID-19 are experiencing debilitating symptoms which persist for weeks, months or even years following their original infection,” said Aviv Clinics chief researcher Amir Hadanny MD PhD. “Until today, no effective therapy has been suggested. Our research is the first randomized controlled trial to demonstrate a real solution for the long haulers.” Aviv Clinics is helping long haulers understand and treat their conditions. The clinic’s unique assessment program identifies damage in the brain caused by the infection, allowing Aviv’s multidisciplinary team of clinicians to develop a customized treatment program to heal each client. If you are suffering from brain fog, fatigue, sleep issues, memory challenges or any of the numerous symptoms that can linger for months after COVID, Aviv Clinics may be able to help. Advertorial Complimentary live and virtual consultations are available with board-certified physicians.
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