Welcome to Oceanside Hyperbaric

Oceanside Hyperbaric is a locally owned independent clinic located on beautiful Vancouver Island, in Parksville B.C., Canada. We offer affordable hard chamber hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), using two 2-person multiplace chambers. Once pressurized, clients breathe pure oxygen through a lightweight mask or a hood tent. Our highly trained team is committed to providing the best possible care in a safe, welcoming and compassionate environment. We look forward to meeting you and discussing the unique health care needs of you or your loved one. Click here for our rates and a detailed list of products and services we provide.

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What is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)?

HBOT is a non-invasive and painless treatment consisting of breathing 100% pure oxygen while in a pressurized hyperbaric chamber.  HBOT utilizes this increased pressure to deliver oxygen to tissues much more effectively than can be achieved under normal conditions. Normally we rely on our red blood cells to shuttle oxygen from our lungs to our tissues. With increased pressure oxygen dissolves into the blood plasma and all other body fluids. This extra oxygen speeds up and enhances the body’s natural ability to heal. HBOT is now gaining international recognition as one of the safest and most dynamic therapies available for numerous medical conditions.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Research

As demand for alternative, safe and effective treatments increases, there is a greater demand for high quality research that addresses various aspects of health and disease management.  Internationally, HBOT research and clinical application is evolving rapidly and is becoming recognized for treating a variety of conditions, especially in combination with current standards of care.  At Oceanside Hyperbaric we would like to keep the community up to date on the exciting research being performed beyond the controlled scope used in North America.   
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Wound Healing is Anti-Aging Medicine


Dr. Scott Sherr, MD presents a lecture for the Silicon Valley Health Institute called Hyperbaric Oxygen: Wound Healing & Anti-Aging. He is a certified hyperbaric physician associated with Bay Area Hyperbarics, Advanced Hyperbaric Recovery and Medical Advisor to Hyperbaric Medical Solutions. His website, www.integrativehbot.com, contains additional video podcast interviews. The lecture is appropriate as a basic introduction to HBOT. He covers the history, basic theory, mechanisms of action, basic protocols, typical costs, common side effects, approved indications and his experience treating investigational conditions. 

Oxygen and the Brain, by Philip B. James

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Great read for both the casual reader and health care professional.  Take a deep dive into the benefits both short and long term and learn about the amazing health benefits HBOT can provide for you

The Oxygen Revolution: 2nd Edition, by Dr. Paul Harch

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If there is one book to recommend to the general public about hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT,) then that book is The Oxygen Revolution, by Dr. Paul Harch. Come visit our clinic to purchase or borrow a copy.

Dr. Paul Harch, MD, is North America's leading hyperbaric expert. He has extensive credentials and has been given numerous awards. He is both a practicing physician and a hyperbaric researcher. Visit his website, www.hbot.com, for valuable HBOT information. 

If you are considering if HBOT is right for you and would like to make an informed decision, this book is a good place to start. The content of this book should be common knowledge, and perhaps one day it will be. 

We are pleased to present Dr. Garnet Watson
Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Combining Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and modern healing techniques Dr. Watson is a fantastic addition to our team. 
Using Acupuncture, Body Work, Nutritional Support and Thor Laser technology Dr. Watson uses an array of techniques to improve the healing of the body.  
TCM focuses on the balancing of the different energy centers in the body. 
Our clients have enjoyed the combined benefits of TCM with Hyperbaric Oxygen.
Dr. Watson also offers direct billing to insurers providing that you have the necessary coverage.

Dr. Watson is available Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week.  Call now to learn more. 
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Our Mission

We are striving to provide a more interactive and informative experience on our website. It is our goal to provide current scientific references, articles and testimonials from around the world. The HBOT community is growing, as is the body of evidence supporting this established treatment option. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. If you would like to comment about something on our website, or if you have any suggestions, please contact us. To stay better connected with us, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or sign up for our Newsletter.