Hyperbarics and Mold

1. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Mold Exposure

Exposure to mold and mycotoxins can place significant stress on the body. These toxins

may trigger inflammation, disrupt immune balance, impair mitochondrial function, and

damage tissues in the sinuses, lungs, and brain. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), which

increases oxygen delivery through elevated atmospheric pressure, supports the body’s

natural healing processes and helps restore healthier cellular function (Thom, 2009). While

HBOT is not a direct treatment for mold, its physiological effects can support recovery in

individuals affected by mold-related illness.

2. Reduction in Inflammation Caused by Mold Exposure

Mold and mycotoxins can activate inflammatory pathways, leading to symptoms such as

sinus pressure, headaches, breathing difficulties, and cognitive fog. HBOT helps counter this

inflammation by lowering pro-inflammatory cytokines and enhancing the body’s antioxidant

defenses (Thom, 2009; Heyboer et al., 2017). With improved oxygen availability, irritated

tissues receive the support needed to calm inflammation, reduce swelling, and promote

clearer breathing and improved comfort.

3. Enhanced Tissue Repair in Areas Affected by Mold

Chronic mold exposure can impair the health of tissues that rely on consistent oxygen flow—

especially the respiratory tract and nervous system. HBOT increases the amount of oxygen

dissolved in the blood, which stimulates collagen formation, supports stem-cell activity, and

accelerates the repair of damaged or inflamed tissues (Bishop & Staples, 2021; Thom,

2009). Enhanced oxygenation may help restore function in areas affected by mold-related

irritation, supporting clearer breathing and improved sinus or lung recovery.

4.Supporting Detoxification and Cellular Recovery

Mycotoxins can interfere with the body’s detoxification pathways and reduce cellular energy

by impairing mitochondrial function. HBOT enhances ATP production—the energy currency

of the cell—and improves oxidative metabolism, helping cells recover from toxin-induced

stress (Thom, 2009). In addition, increased oxygen supports liver activity and immune

function, both of which play key roles in removing toxins and rebuilding physiological

balance.