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Hyperbaric chamber in BogotáPure oxygen to regenerate from within

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) at SANAA Experience: you breathe pure oxygen inside a pressurized chamber to bring more oxygen to your tissue, reduce inflammation and complement stem cell therapy.

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60 to 90 minute session · Pure oxygen · 1.5 to 2.4 ATM · Under medical supervision

Quick answer

What is a hyperbaric chamber and how does a session work?

It is hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT): you breathe pure oxygen inside a pressurized chamber, at 1.5 to 2.4 ATM, in sessions of 60 to 90 minutes under medical supervision. Before starting, a medical evaluation rules out contraindications. The most common side effects are mild and temporary, such as ear pressure.

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Is it for me?

The hyperbaric chamber complements and boosts practically all of our treatments. Before you start, a medical evaluation rules out contraindications.

If you recognize yourself in any of these

  • You are about to start a stem cell treatment and want to prepare your tissue.
  • You are recovering from surgery or a sports injury.
  • You have a chronic wound that does not finish closing.
  • You live with joint or chronic pain, fibromyalgia or an autoimmune disease.
  • You are looking for support for a neurological condition, such as cerebral palsy or stroke sequelae.

It is not for you if there is

  • Pneumothorax
  • Severe claustrophobia
  • Active ear infections

The initial evaluation confirms it.

What will be done?

What it is

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) involves breathing pure oxygen inside a pressurized chamber at 1.5–2.4 ATM. That pressure dissolves oxygen directly into the blood plasma and carries it to tissue that normally receives little or no supply. The result is a deeply oxygenated tissue where the body’s natural repair mechanisms work better.

Who it is indicated for

  • Osteoarthritis and joint pain
  • Herniated disc and chronic pain
  • Sports injuries
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue
  • Autoimmune diseases
  • Anti-aging
  • Chronic wounds
  • Post-surgery recovery
  • Stroke sequelae
  • Tinnitus
  • Before and after a cell treatment

How it works

  • More oxygen in the tissuePlasma carries much more dissolved oxygen than at normal pressure and reaches tissue with poor circulation.
  • The body’s own stem cellsHyperbaric oxygen stimulates the release of stem cells from the bone marrow (see the study below).
  • Less inflammationModulates the chronic inflammatory response and reduces pro-inflammatory cytokines, which can relieve joint and muscle pain.
  • HealingStimulates the formation of new blood vessels and collagen synthesis, useful for chronic wounds and sports injuries.
  • Neurological functionIncreases cerebral perfusion and neuroplasticity; used in cerebral palsy, stroke sequelae and cognitive decline.
  • Sports recoveryHelps clear lactic acid and recover from muscle and tendon injuries.

Step by step

  1. 1

    Initial evaluation

    A consultation with Dr. Guerrero Silva. He reviews your history and tests to decide whether you are a candidate and what to aim for with treatment.

    45-minute consultation, virtual or in person

  2. 2

    Protocol design

    A plan made for you: type of stem cells, concentration, delivery route and complementary therapies such as IV therapy, laser or magnetotherapy.

    Depending on your case: IV therapy, laser or magnetotherapy

  3. 3

    Treatment

    Performed in facilities licensed by the Bogotá Health Department. The cells are processed in biosafety level II laboratories.

    Continuous medical supervision

  4. 4

    Follow-up

    Medical check-ups after treatment to verify how you respond and adjust the protocol.

    We don’t promise cures: we pursue real, sustainable, measurable results

With stem cells: before and after

At SANAA we integrate three therapies —mesenchymal stem cells, IV vitamin therapy and the hyperbaric chamber— in a protocol personalized for each patient.

  • Before the treatmentHBOT prepares the tissue that will receive the cells: more oxygen and less inflammation.
  • Cell treatmentStem cells are applied to tissue that has already been prepared.
  • After the treatmentHBOT accompanies cell proliferation and differentiation; the body keeps regenerating weeks after the procedure.
Pair it with IV vitamin therapy

How many sessions and what results?

The number of sessions depends on your goal: Dr. Guerrero sets the exact schedule after the evaluation.

Duration
Between 60 and 90 minutes. Pressure rises gradually at the start and comes down at the end.
Sessions
10 to prepare for a treatment or for general wellness; between 20 and 40 for neurological conditions, chronic wounds or cerebral palsy.
Discomfort
Mild ear pressure at the start, like descending in an airplane. It is temporary.
  1. Medical evaluation
    • Clinical assessment to rule out contraindications
    • The pressure and session protocol is defined
  2. Chamber session
    • Pressure rises gradually to 1.5–2.4 ATM
    • You breathe pure oxygen through a mask for 60 to 90 minutes
  3. Follow-up and adjustment
    • Your response is evaluated after each block of 10 sessions
    • Pressure, frequency and combination with other treatments are adjusted

Session packages

The exact session protocol is determined by a licensed physician based on your condition.

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Includes medical supervision. The exact number of sessions and their cost are defined during clinical evaluation with Dr. Guerrero Silva.

What a study says

more circulating CD34+ stem cells after 20 sessions at 2.0 ATA
8-foldThom et al., American Journal of Physiology – Heart and Circulatory Physiology, 2006. It measures stem cells in the blood, not clinical outcomes.

Who will treat me?

Dr. Carlos Guerrero Silva in surgical scrubs

Dr. Carlos Guerrero Silva

Orthopedic surgeon · Medical director

PhD in Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cells
Cambridge International University, 2020
Diplomate, American Board of Regenerative Medicine
Certificate No. 307, 2022
Orthopedics and Traumatology
Universidad de Buenos Aires · Hospital de Clínicas José de San Martín, 1996–2001

They are joined by Dr. Mónica Díaz (anesthesiology) and Dr. María Paula Guerrero (clinical physician). Since 2014 · more than 5,000 patients from 15 countries, aged 2 to 92.

Meet the team

Frequently asked questions

Is the hyperbaric chamber safe?

Yes. It is a safe procedure under medical supervision. Before starting, we conduct a full evaluation to rule out contraindications. The most common side effects are mild (ear pressure) and temporary.

What does it feel like inside the chamber?

At first you may feel mild ear pressure, similar to descending in an airplane. The chamber is climate-controlled and spacious. Many patients rest, read, or sleep during the session.

Why combine HBOT with stem cells?

Hyperbaric oxygen mobilizes bone marrow stem cells and leaves the tissue well oxygenated, a favorable environment for the applied cells to engraft. It is the combination of our most complete protocol.

How many sessions do I need?

It depends on the goal: 10 sessions for preparation before a treatment or general wellness; between 20 and 40 sessions for neurological conditions, chronic wounds or cerebral palsy. Dr. Guerrero defines the exact schedule.

Can it be combined with IV vitamin therapy?

Yes. IV therapy provides the nutrients and cofactors the tissue needs, and HBOT the oxygenation to make use of them. Combining all three therapies (stem cells, IV therapy and HBOT) is our most complete protocol.

Do you offer virtual care for patients from other cities?

The initial medical evaluation and follow-up can be done virtually for patients throughout Colombia and abroad. In-person treatment is performed at our Bogotá location.

Where is SANAA’s hyperbaric chamber in Bogotá?

In north Bogotá (Calle 119 #13-45, 5th floor), inside our regenerative medicine clinic. Sessions are held under medical supervision.

Your first consultationlasts 45 minutes

It is with Dr. Guerrero Silva, virtual or in person. He reviews your history and your tests to decide whether you are a candidate and what to aim for with the treatment.

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Clinic
Calle 119 #13-45, 5th floor, Bogotá
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Phone
+57 350 783 6166
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