What Researchers Did
Researchers investigated the effectiveness of different frequencies of hyperbaric oxygenation courses in patients with non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.
What They Found
They found that repeated courses of hyperbaric oxygenation were much more effective than a single course for improving carbohydrate metabolism and hormonal parameters. Specifically, three courses administered at 4-month intervals were more effective than two courses at 6-month intervals. In the three-course regimen, the maximum beneficial effect was achieved after the second course, with the third course further strengthening this effect.
Canadian Relevance
No direct Canadian connection identified.
Study Limitations
The abstract does not provide details on the study's methodology, patient numbers, or specific HBOT protocols used, limiting a full understanding of its findings.