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Autism

There is an estimated 1 to 1.5 million Autistic individuals in the United States.  With an annual growth rate of 11-16%, and a 172% increase from the 1990’s, Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability in this country.  The condition effects communication and social interactions and is the effect of neurological dysfunction.  Autism is a spectrum disorder, with varying degrees of impact and is the most common of the Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD).  Other disorders in this spectrum range include; Asperger's Syndrome, Rett's Disorder, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder and Not Otherwise Specified Pervasive Development Disorder.  Autism usually emerges during the first three years of life and is a complex developmental disability that affects the communication and interaction with others. Autism is a neurological disorder that greatly impairs language and social skills, and results in developmental disorders as well as behaviors that are repetitious in nature.

 

Causes of Autism

Autism is thought to be caused by multiple factors including genetic factors, viral, chemical, or other environmental exposure, although definitive causes are still unknown at this time.  With this condition, abnormalities occur in numerous areas of the brain, including the cerebellum, amygdala, hippocampus, septum, and mamillary bodies.  Research has found that abnormal nerve fibers, underdeveloped neurons, and irregular serotonin levels have been found in people with Autism. Some medical professionals claim that the Autism is caused by a state of hypoxia, or lack of oxygen to areas of the brain.  Others state that the condition was due to a high fever or infection, trauma during birth, mineral or other nutritional deficiencies, vaccination reactions, mercury poisoning, chemical exposures, or abnormal blood flow in the brain.  While there is currently no cure for Autism, researchers are investigating new and revolutionary means of treating the condition with promising results. 

 

Autism Treatment

We utilize integrative and complementary medicine to treat the patient as a whole rather than on a symptom-by-symptom basis.  Rather than just giving you the tools to simply cope with the condition, we focus on improving the person’s condition and quality of life through cutting edge, non-invasive medical therapies.  We have seen great success in our Autistic patients using the following therapies:

 

 

Hyperbaric Therapy for Autism

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) has been utilized in the treatment of Autism in many countries worldwide. This therapy increases the oxygen concentration in fluids and tissues, including the brain where concentrated oxygen has been shown to awaken dormant brain cells and stimulate normal function.  The use of HBOT has also demonstrated the reduction of inflammation and excess fluid on the brain, which may assist in enhanced brain function if the inflammation and fluid is pushing on other areas of the brain.  Greater amounts of blood and oxygen begin to stimulate cerebral tissues and aid in recovery of idling neurons.  HBOT also reduces excess fluids and swelling of brain tissues which aid in neurological function and a less confused state in Autistics. 

 

Hyperbaric is also used as a complementary therapy for the treatment of heavy metal detox for such materials as mercury.  Hyperbaric assists in the metabolism of heavy metal removal.  It can help a patient counteract the effects of heavy metal poisoning and helps body deal with toxins even as noxious as cyanide.  It is often used in conjunction with chelation and other detox procedures to help support the body to deal with the impact commonly seen in the removal of heavy metals, mercury, toxins, and other contaminants. 

 

We have seen the following improvements in our Autism patients:

  • Reduction in aggressive behavior
  • Improved communication
  • Direct eye contact
  • Enhanced reasoning ability
  • Increased performance for those patients in school
  • Improved verbal communication
  • Improved balance
  • Enhanced motor skills
  • Increased interpersonal interaction
  • Improved hearing

 

Medical evaluations are made pre and post treatment. Improvements are validated through Spect Scan imaging.  HBOT generates new blood vessels and improves circulation to damaged areas of the brain.  The hyperbaric chamber pressurizes to force oxygen into the blood stream and tissues of the body, resulting in a greater absorption of oxygen.  This high oxygen absorption does not occur when breathing oxygen in normal atmospheric pressure. 

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is the most effective means to increase the oxygen supply and is considered a safe and promising treatment for stroke patients.    Patients lay comfortably in an oxygen rich chamber under a slight pressurization, which assists in the absorption of oxygen.  Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is utilized in the treatment of stroke and severe brain injured patients and research has proven its safety and effectiveness for these conditions dating back to 1965.

Testimonials and Case Studies Utilizing HBOT for Autism

 

Clinical Studies and Articles on Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Autism: 

·  Autism is treatable: Townsend Letter

·  Medical Study- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Autism

·  Hyperbaric Oxygenation can repair and restore damaged brain

·  Hyperbaric Oxygen Report on Autism

·  Autism Treated With Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatments from MUMS

·  Clinical Study: Mild Hyperbarics for Impaired Brain Function

·  Pediatric Cerebral Palsy Treated By 1.5 ATA Hyperbaric Oxygen- A Pilot Study

·  A Common Denominator in Cerebral Palsy and the Brain-Injured Child – Oxygen Deficiency

 

 

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