Testimonials
Many of the testimonials posted here have had their names changed at the request of the clients to protect their privacy. If you would like to speak with someone directly, please contact us and we will pass your contact information on to the clients and they will respond or direct us futher.
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Rayann G, Intuitive - Post Concussion
I recently did 20 sessions of hyperbaric for post-concussive disorder. I have noticed a wonderful reduction in headaches since doing the treatment. I used to have them almost every day, and since completing hyperbaric I have been almost headache free, with one a week at the most. Don, took great care of me throughout the process. My concussion doctor recommended HBOT almost immediately, and I only wish I hadn't waited so long to try it. It is really life-changing.
S.S - Myalgic Encephalomyelitis
I highly recommend Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for any condition! Our body needs oxygen. Our cells need oxygen. Our brain needs oxygen. After learning about HBOT, I decided to give the treatment a try for chronic pain and ME (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis). I did 30 sessions in total, over several weeks, usually about 3 times a week. The effects were immediate. Within the first session, I had more energy, my brain fog lifted, and my mood improved. After each session, I was more and more energized and felt lighter in my body. Skin began to heal and an unexpected bonus was that I lost 10 pounds effortlessly, without doing anything else differently.
The team at Oceanside Hyperbaric is amazing! They were always patient with me, explained everything I wanted to know and answered all my questions. Friendly, knowledgeable, and caring. Genuinely want to help people feel better and have better health. I always looked forward to my dive sessions. I will be coming back again!
The team at Oceanside Hyperbaric is amazing! They were always patient with me, explained everything I wanted to know and answered all my questions. Friendly, knowledgeable, and caring. Genuinely want to help people feel better and have better health. I always looked forward to my dive sessions. I will be coming back again!
Rose - Concussion/Migraines
I highly recommend Oceanside Hyperbaric to everyone!
I thought my claustrophobia might stand in the way of receiving treatments, but the staff made me feel so comfortable and safe that I quickly began to look forward to each session.
Hyperbaric oxygen gave me tremendous relief from severe migraines after a head injury.
I thought my claustrophobia might stand in the way of receiving treatments, but the staff made me feel so comfortable and safe that I quickly began to look forward to each session.
Hyperbaric oxygen gave me tremendous relief from severe migraines after a head injury.
Penny Y. - Car Accident
Following a highway crash 7.5 years ago in which I sustained a whiplash injury I was left with a sore neck/upper back and was short of breathe all the time for no reason. I also had 3 ribs in my back that kept popping out due to the inflammation for which I was seeing a chiropractor to have them put back into place.
Since I have started HBOT I can now sit on a chair without leaning on the back after 10 minutes due to pain. I can sit for hours without a backrest wiht no discomfort. I am not short of breathe at all anymore. My ribs no longer popout as my inflammation is gone. I can even use a pillow again!.
Thank you Don and Terry.
Since I have started HBOT I can now sit on a chair without leaning on the back after 10 minutes due to pain. I can sit for hours without a backrest wiht no discomfort. I am not short of breathe at all anymore. My ribs no longer popout as my inflammation is gone. I can even use a pillow again!.
Thank you Don and Terry.
D.L. - Anti-aging, Parkinsons
I was recommended to do treatments by my daughter in Oregon and was surprised when I found one here in Parksville. i was beginning to suffer from early stage parkinsons, tremors, coordination, energy and memory. I have done 30 sessions, my skin condition is better, my tremors have decreased significantly, I'm more "alive" and energetic, and my brains feels younger. Everyone who see me says I look better and my wife says there is a night and day difference between what I looked like before my sessions and now.
The facility itself is in a very opportune location, people should definitely take advantage of the facility as its a great resource for the community. I continue to do 3 sessions a week and will continue to do treatments for my health.
The facility itself is in a very opportune location, people should definitely take advantage of the facility as its a great resource for the community. I continue to do 3 sessions a week and will continue to do treatments for my health.
Janelle Cavezza - Student/Musician
As a quite healthy undergraduate I'm always looking for ways to improve my performance and overall health. Hyperbaric oxygen is a sound treatment that I am so happy to have experienced. After a session I have felt more clear minded and energized and my body feels synchronized. I love that all you have to do is breathe and the oxygen does all the work for your body and mind. I highly recommend this treatment for everyone!
Fred - Diabetic Food Wound
I have been a chronic diabetic for 20 years and have been controlling it on and off with medications. The last few years I have begun to have serious issues with wound healing, especially in my feet. I have had chronic foot ulcers that have been infected and in serious shape that doctors wanted to amputate.
I learned that hyperbaric oxygen was used extensively for wound healing but not until the very late stage. I did 40 90 minute sessions over a 3 months period experienced healing
I learned that hyperbaric oxygen was used extensively for wound healing but not until the very late stage. I did 40 90 minute sessions over a 3 months period experienced healing
Lorna - Severe Anaphylaxis Reaction
I had a very bad reaction due to ingesting a peanut and I suffered severe anaphylaxis reaction. It was estimated that I had about 30 minutes of limited blood flow to my brain. Because of this I had stroke like symptoms, mostly affecting my eyes and my hand coordination. After a 18 months of limited improvements, and doctors telling me I would never get better I was crushed. My husband realized that it was the lack of oxygen that caused the damage so wouldn't more oxygen help?
To our surprise we found out there was a hyperbaric oxygen facility relatively close to us in Parksville. Don, Terry and everybody we've met there were extremely professional, knowledgeable and compassionate. We told them our situation and felt comfortable going into their care.
I did the recommended 40 sessions and continue to also do maintenance treatments a couple times a week. During the first 40 sessions I experienced a lot of healing and improvements. The blind spot in my eye decreased, my vision improved, my hand coordination also got better. It took a lot of patience and I'm not fully healed yet but I am very grateful I was able to find these treatments.
They do a great job and are a great resource for the community. Don't hesitate to call or stop in and they are more than happy to guide you.
To our surprise we found out there was a hyperbaric oxygen facility relatively close to us in Parksville. Don, Terry and everybody we've met there were extremely professional, knowledgeable and compassionate. We told them our situation and felt comfortable going into their care.
I did the recommended 40 sessions and continue to also do maintenance treatments a couple times a week. During the first 40 sessions I experienced a lot of healing and improvements. The blind spot in my eye decreased, my vision improved, my hand coordination also got better. It took a lot of patience and I'm not fully healed yet but I am very grateful I was able to find these treatments.
They do a great job and are a great resource for the community. Don't hesitate to call or stop in and they are more than happy to guide you.
Al - End Stage Liver Disease
I was diagnosed with end stage liver disease 3 years ago. My organs were beginning to fail, I had no energy, my skin was extremely yellow and I was given 6 months to live.
I met these fine folks through a good friend and took a leap of faith to see if anything would be possible for me as I had a lot to live for and wasn't ready to roll over.
I did 40 treatments over a 3 month period, 5 times a week.
During this time I had full reversal of my liver issues. I slowly began to feel better after each treatment and had more energy. After about 10 I noticed major differences and began to see improvements in my blood work. After 30 sessions my doctors were blown away about my recovery even though many said this wouldn't do anything for me. What if I had listened to them!
It is not an exaggeration to say that this treatment saved my life! I continue to do treatments 2x a week and could not recommend a better facility. These guys know what they're doing!
I met these fine folks through a good friend and took a leap of faith to see if anything would be possible for me as I had a lot to live for and wasn't ready to roll over.
I did 40 treatments over a 3 month period, 5 times a week.
During this time I had full reversal of my liver issues. I slowly began to feel better after each treatment and had more energy. After about 10 I noticed major differences and began to see improvements in my blood work. After 30 sessions my doctors were blown away about my recovery even though many said this wouldn't do anything for me. What if I had listened to them!
It is not an exaggeration to say that this treatment saved my life! I continue to do treatments 2x a week and could not recommend a better facility. These guys know what they're doing!
Don Vergara - Registered Nurse - Athletics, Anti-aging
I did my first hyperbaric treatment 3 years ago and fell so in love with it I wanted to work here. Coming from a health background as a registered nurse and a high functioning athlete I did quite a bit of research on it before diving in. Right away I felt my brain fog lift, more energy and better sleep. Over time my skin improved drastically as I used to have eczema and psoriasis. I noticed an improvement in recovery and physical performance. Working here for a few years now I've seen so many cool success stories where not too many other options were available. The increase in stem cell production, decrease in inflammation, improved brain functioning, skin and bone health are all good reasons to try it for yourself.
Brian Burnham - Multiple Sclerosis
"It was suggested to me to try HBOT for my diagnosis of MS. I went to Parksville from my home in Kelowna and spent a couple of weeks by the beach and rode my bike up the hill to Oceanside Hyperbaric twice a day for 20 treatments. Here's some thoughts that I have about HBOT and how it's helped with my MS and about Oceanside specifically:
HBOT: I have noticed a significant increase in my stamina. The first day riding up to Oceanside took me about 40 minutes, a ride that only took me 20 minutes 10 days later. I know I was out of shape when I started but the difference was significant. I also notice a significant decrease in the fatigue I was experiencing before treatment. Third, I feel clearer headed; the brain fog that was a persistent feature of my life was greatly diminished. And finally, HBOT has had a significant impact on my affect; I am a happier and more positive person since treatment and in many ways feel like I did a couple of years ago.
Oceanside Hyperbaric: I can not say enough about Terry, Pawel and John who capably stewarded me through my treatments. They are three of the nicest guys and were knowledgeable and supportive of the treatment and were very interested in adapting any aspect of it for my health and my comfort. The facility is professional, accessible, clean and comfortable and I am so glad that I picked Oceanside to arrange my treatments for me.
Overall, HBOT was extremely successful for me and I would not hesitate to recommend it and especially Oceanside Hyperbaric.
Thanks!"
HBOT: I have noticed a significant increase in my stamina. The first day riding up to Oceanside took me about 40 minutes, a ride that only took me 20 minutes 10 days later. I know I was out of shape when I started but the difference was significant. I also notice a significant decrease in the fatigue I was experiencing before treatment. Third, I feel clearer headed; the brain fog that was a persistent feature of my life was greatly diminished. And finally, HBOT has had a significant impact on my affect; I am a happier and more positive person since treatment and in many ways feel like I did a couple of years ago.
Oceanside Hyperbaric: I can not say enough about Terry, Pawel and John who capably stewarded me through my treatments. They are three of the nicest guys and were knowledgeable and supportive of the treatment and were very interested in adapting any aspect of it for my health and my comfort. The facility is professional, accessible, clean and comfortable and I am so glad that I picked Oceanside to arrange my treatments for me.
Overall, HBOT was extremely successful for me and I would not hesitate to recommend it and especially Oceanside Hyperbaric.
Thanks!"
Allan - Stroke
"I had a stroke on July 2nd 2015. I had partial paralysis on my left side, no hearing on the left side and brain fog and cognitive problems after my stroke. I signed up for 30 sessions of hyperbaric therapy. I would go into the chamber 2 to 3 times a week every week. I just finished my last treatment and I have my hearing back completely. I had a hearing test today and my doctor said it is 100 percent. I also have no paralysis at all and my brain fog is gone. I would like to thank Pawel, Don and Terry for their help and positive influence. They are very knowledgeable and very thorough. I would recommend this to anyone who has had a stroke. It has made such a huge difference in my life. I cannot thank them enough. I will be returning for maintenance a couple of times a year.
Ward Wamboldt - Multiple Myeloma
"As a Myeloma sufferer, I have found that going for hyperbaric treatments controls the pain to the point that I have no pain as long as I take one or two treatments a week . When I was first diagnosed my doctor wanted to start me on pain killers but I went for hyperbarics instead. After only one treatment all the pain I had vanished. It was amazing."
Mikole Noel - Autism
"I was researching HBOT for Mikole and was ecstatic to learn that there was a hyperbaric facility in our area. Initially I worried how my son would react to this "chamber therapy," however I was delighted at how smoothly the process went. In fact, within a few sessions Mikole was looking forward to his twice-a-day treatments and a chance to "watch movies with dad." After just one week (10 treatments) I noticed improvements in Mikole's focus, speech and overall temperament. A real breakthrough was when for the first time Mikole held a conversation the entire drive home from school! Since I was doing the therapy as well, I also had the opportunity to feel the effects first hand. Shortly after starting HBOT I noticed that I was sleeping better, thinking clearer and much less stressed running my own business.
Terry and his staff at Oceanside Hyperbaric were professional, compassionate and showed genuine care for the well being of my son. Having done 20 treatments to date I can confidently say that HBOT helped Mikole considerably and I look forward to starting another series of treatments soon."
-Dave Noel - Mikole's Father
Terry and his staff at Oceanside Hyperbaric were professional, compassionate and showed genuine care for the well being of my son. Having done 20 treatments to date I can confidently say that HBOT helped Mikole considerably and I look forward to starting another series of treatments soon."
-Dave Noel - Mikole's Father
Jenny - Autism
"As a parent, I have to say the most noticable difference was that my child became more engaged, interactive and tried to communicate effectively. Instead of a child that appeared locked in her own world, she began to enjoy ours!"
-N.H. - Jenny's Mother, Parksville
Click here for a detailed report of Jenny's HBOT experience
-N.H. - Jenny's Mother, Parksville
Click here for a detailed report of Jenny's HBOT experience
Antoinette Smith - Chronic Back and Hip Pain from Injury
"I am a 59 year old woman. Five years ago I had an accident through which I sustained major back and hip issues. Two operations, two years of Physical Therapy, Cortisone shots and Pain Management Programs had left me with no hope of ever being pain free or of leading a very active life; which I had prior to the accident.. The Medical Profession advised me there were no further treatments besides the Prescription Medication I have need to take daily that they could offer.
Six months ago a friend of mine asked me if I would be the adult to accompany her 3 year old in the Hyperbaric Chambers (child's issues not for me to say.) I agreed to; so dates were booked for us. We would attend Oceanside Hyberbaric for 40 sessions; twice a day Monday to Friday and once on both Saturday and Sunday.
We began our dives with me having no expectations of benefits for myself only for the child. Within the first week not only did I witness a number of changes in my young sidekick but I began to notice I was moving around a bit easier and I was no longer limping when I walked. People were noticing the changes and commenting as well. Each ensuing day I was noting drastic changes in my ability to do regular daily chores/ activities... I was able to bend down, getting in and out of the shower was no longer a painful endeavor, I was able to walk up stairs without taking each one 2 feet at a time and pulling myself up with the handrail, I was able to walk a couple of blocks unaided, I felt lighter then I had in years. My brain even seems to be working better; I am able to complete Crossword puzzles in much less time than ever before, I am sleeping better, am able to stand for much longer periods of time and to sit without having to adjust myself every few minutes to alleviate the pain...
A couple of days before our completion of the booked sessions I spoke with the Director of the Oceanside facility about the changes I had observed in myself. We discussed the possibility of continued benefits and if he would recommend further dives for me. As the depth for a child is much less than an adult is able to go down we agreed that 2 individual dives might be all that I needed to boost up the benefits I was already noting; dives to be on the 2 days following the completion of the 40.
It has been 2-months since completion of the therapy. Each day I get so excited at the continual changes in my abilities......not only am I walking better but I am now able to do a bit of a jig; which I do when I run into people I haven't seen for a while and they comment on my very noticeable improvement. I tell them "look at me; I can even dance now." I am also now able to pick up my Grandchildren (who are 1 and 1/2) and even swing them around. I am still in need of my daily medications yet the quality of my life has been substantially improved through the oxygen therapy and I thank my friend daily for asking me to accompany her child."
Six months ago a friend of mine asked me if I would be the adult to accompany her 3 year old in the Hyperbaric Chambers (child's issues not for me to say.) I agreed to; so dates were booked for us. We would attend Oceanside Hyberbaric for 40 sessions; twice a day Monday to Friday and once on both Saturday and Sunday.
We began our dives with me having no expectations of benefits for myself only for the child. Within the first week not only did I witness a number of changes in my young sidekick but I began to notice I was moving around a bit easier and I was no longer limping when I walked. People were noticing the changes and commenting as well. Each ensuing day I was noting drastic changes in my ability to do regular daily chores/ activities... I was able to bend down, getting in and out of the shower was no longer a painful endeavor, I was able to walk up stairs without taking each one 2 feet at a time and pulling myself up with the handrail, I was able to walk a couple of blocks unaided, I felt lighter then I had in years. My brain even seems to be working better; I am able to complete Crossword puzzles in much less time than ever before, I am sleeping better, am able to stand for much longer periods of time and to sit without having to adjust myself every few minutes to alleviate the pain...
A couple of days before our completion of the booked sessions I spoke with the Director of the Oceanside facility about the changes I had observed in myself. We discussed the possibility of continued benefits and if he would recommend further dives for me. As the depth for a child is much less than an adult is able to go down we agreed that 2 individual dives might be all that I needed to boost up the benefits I was already noting; dives to be on the 2 days following the completion of the 40.
It has been 2-months since completion of the therapy. Each day I get so excited at the continual changes in my abilities......not only am I walking better but I am now able to do a bit of a jig; which I do when I run into people I haven't seen for a while and they comment on my very noticeable improvement. I tell them "look at me; I can even dance now." I am also now able to pick up my Grandchildren (who are 1 and 1/2) and even swing them around. I am still in need of my daily medications yet the quality of my life has been substantially improved through the oxygen therapy and I thank my friend daily for asking me to accompany her child."
Jacques Carle - Post Polio Leg and Neuropathy
"Dear Terry,
We so appreciate all that you have done for Jacques. What an improvement the hyperbaric has made to his life - less pain, more energy, and huge control over the neuropathy from the post-polio!
We appreciate the level of care and professionalism that he received from both you and Tony
Thank you :) "
Gloria, Jacques
We so appreciate all that you have done for Jacques. What an improvement the hyperbaric has made to his life - less pain, more energy, and huge control over the neuropathy from the post-polio!
We appreciate the level of care and professionalism that he received from both you and Tony
Thank you :) "
Gloria, Jacques
Bob Smith - Hepatitis C, Osteoarthritis
A 68 year old caucasian Canadian male with osteoarthritis in both knees and thumbs. In generally good health, except suffers from Hepatitis C with all the attendant symptoms: Joint Inflammation, Chronic Fatigue, Weight Loss etc.
“I tried hyperbaric to relieve the symptoms of my Hepatitis C, my 68 years of life and to rejuvenate myself if possible. In my first round of 29 treatments, after about treatment 8, there was a noticeable relief from the joint inflammation and joint pain and a general feeling of well being and vitality I had not experienced since contracting Hepatitis C 8 years previous. I was able to squat for the first time in 6-7 years. I consider the effects remarkable in that they were obvious and long lasting. I felt the relief of symptoms for about 5 months and then the effects began to slowly diminish. In the 7 months between series, I began to experience approximately 30% the symptom severity that I had prior to treatment. I returned in April 2014 and experienced a return of the beneficial effects of the previous round of treatment beginning at approximately 8 treatments.”
Bob Smith, Nanaimo |
First Treatment Block 29 hour long treatments in 2.5 months
(2 to 3 times a week, mostly 33 fsw or 2 ATA)
(10 sessions a week, mostly 33 fsw or 2 ATA)
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Rio - HIV
"I suffer from immune dysfunction. Before coming for hyperbaric treatments I had chronic fatigue and had been sick all winter. After doing 30 hyperbaric treatments my chronic fatigue dissipated and I've been staying healthy for the last three months. I plan on coming back and doing maintenance treatments every 6 months in order to maintain my good health."
Rio, Vancouver
Rio, Vancouver
Glen Hayes - Stroke, Diabetes, Neuropathy, Retinopathy, Low Kidney Function, Spinal Stenosis
"When I first came for hyperbaric treatments in 2011 it was for the neuropathy in my hands and feet. I noticed improvement in my hands after the 2nd treatment. The pain was decreased and I no longer had as much numbness in my toes. After approximately 10 treatments I would no longer wake up with clutched and cramped hands. The pain in my hands and especially my feet was dramatically better. The numbness in my feet was almost gone, and I could feel my toes for the first time in 20 years.
After spending a week in hospital following a stroke in Dec 2012, I came in to the clinic for hyperbaric treatment again. 3 weeks had passed since the stroke itself. In the hospital, I was released on condition that I use a walker when moving around. I had a few falls before starting hyperbaric therapy. Three 90-minute treatments later, I no longer needed the walker and noticed that my balance and confidence walking had returned. After a total of 9-hours of hyperbaric oxygen therapy, I was confidently walking with a slight limp, my memory was better and my mental acuity was sharper. I was still experiencing difficulty with reading and writing, however. It was a quick and dramatic recovery."
After spending a week in hospital following a stroke in Dec 2012, I came in to the clinic for hyperbaric treatment again. 3 weeks had passed since the stroke itself. In the hospital, I was released on condition that I use a walker when moving around. I had a few falls before starting hyperbaric therapy. Three 90-minute treatments later, I no longer needed the walker and noticed that my balance and confidence walking had returned. After a total of 9-hours of hyperbaric oxygen therapy, I was confidently walking with a slight limp, my memory was better and my mental acuity was sharper. I was still experiencing difficulty with reading and writing, however. It was a quick and dramatic recovery."
Dorothy Strangnet - Stroke
"I would like to thank Oceanside Hyperbaric for such welcoming and helpful attention that you gave me when I first arrived in a wheel chair. We all had a positive attitude toward my recovery... It turned out to be quicker then anyone expected!
I had a stroke on the same day of my operation, all my tests came back saying that it may have been the anaesthetic which caused it as I was healthy when I went into the hospital. I started at Oceanside Hyperbaric the day after I was released from the hospital and had no use of my left side. I was attending the outpatient rehabilitation therapy program at the hospital and the hyperbaric chamber from you guys with a lot of assistance getting in and out of the chamber. I saw the difference after the first week and started using a 4 wheel walker, and then I used the cane the following week. And after 13 visits I was feeling quite good enough to stop. Now I am walking in the house and on flat surfaces totally on my own. Your service and attitude at Oceanside Hyperbaric was above expectations. Wayne attended with me to help his knee replacements heal. He will be back after he has his shoulder replaced. Thank you kindly."
Sincerely,
Dorothy - Nanaimo
I had a stroke on the same day of my operation, all my tests came back saying that it may have been the anaesthetic which caused it as I was healthy when I went into the hospital. I started at Oceanside Hyperbaric the day after I was released from the hospital and had no use of my left side. I was attending the outpatient rehabilitation therapy program at the hospital and the hyperbaric chamber from you guys with a lot of assistance getting in and out of the chamber. I saw the difference after the first week and started using a 4 wheel walker, and then I used the cane the following week. And after 13 visits I was feeling quite good enough to stop. Now I am walking in the house and on flat surfaces totally on my own. Your service and attitude at Oceanside Hyperbaric was above expectations. Wayne attended with me to help his knee replacements heal. He will be back after he has his shoulder replaced. Thank you kindly."
Sincerely,
Dorothy - Nanaimo
Allan - Stroke
"I had a stroke on July 2nd, 2015. I had partial paralysis is on my left side, no hearing on the left side and brain fog and cognitive problems after my stroke. I signed up for 30-sessions of hyperbaric therapy. I would go into the chamber 2 to 3 times a week every week. I just finished my last treatment and I have my hearing back completely. I had a hearing test today and my doctor said it is 100 percent! I also have no paralysis at all and my brain fog is gone. I would like to thank Pawel, Don and Terry for their help and positive influence. They are very knowledgeable and very thorough. I would recommend this to anyone who has had a stroke. It has made such a huge difference in my life. I cannot thank them enough. I will be returning for maintenance a couple of times a year."
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Allan arrived at Oceanside Hyperbaric 3 months after having a minor stroke. His 30 hyperbaric oxygen treatments (1.5 ATA/16.5 fsw) occurred over a 3 month period.
Week 1 - 3 sessions Week 7 - 2 sessions Week 2 - 3 sessions Week 8 - 1 session Week 3 - 3 sessions Week 9 - 2 sessions Week 4 - 3 sessions Week 10 - 3 sessions Week 5 - 4 sessions Week 11 - 2 sessions Week 6 - 2 sessions Week 12 - 2 sessions |
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