Case control study: hyperbaric oxygen treatment of mild traumatic brain injury persistent post-concussion syndrome and post-traumatic stress disorder.

What Researchers Did

Researchers conducted a case-control study to assess the safety, feasibility, and effectiveness of hyperbaric oxygen treatments (HBOT) for mild traumatic brain injury persistent post-concussion syndrome (PPCS) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in 30 military veterans.

What They Found

Reversible middle ear barotrauma was reported as a side effect in all 30 subjects receiving hyperbaric oxygen treatments. The study assessed symptom lists, physical exams, neuropsychological and psychological testing, and SPECT brain imaging in 29 subjects, comparing them to 29 matched controls.

Canadian Relevance

This study has no direct Canadian connection.

Study Limitations

The study involved a small, specific population of 30 military veterans, which may limit the generalizability of its findings to broader patient groups.