Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) for TBI, PTSD & Depression: A Deeper Look with Dr. Paul G. Harch

May 1, 2025

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is steadily gaining attention in both medical and alternative health communities for its potential to treat a range of neurological and psychological conditions, including chronic traumatic brain injury (TBI), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and treatment-resistant depression. As more evidence supports its efficacy, healthcare professionals are turning to HBOT as a complementary and sometimes primary treatment strategy.

To explore this cutting-edge field, the Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy CE/CME course by Hatherleigh offers a comprehensive and clinically grounded overview. The course is taught by one of the world’s leading authorities on HBOT, Dr. Paul G. Harch, M.D., whose pioneering work has helped bring this therapy into mainstream medical discussion.

What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy involves breathing increased oxygen in a pressurized chamber, allowing increased oxygen delivery to tissues throughout the body. This enhanced oxygenation and increased pressure supports cellular healing, reduces inflammation, and stimulates angiogenesis (the formation of new blood vessels). While originally used for wound healing and decompression sickness, HBOT is now being studied extensively for its neurological and psychiatric benefits.

HBOT and Chronic Brain Conditions

Patients with chronic TBI, whether from concussions, military service, or accidents, often face lingering symptoms that are difficult to treat with conventional medicine. HBOT has shown the potential to improve cognitive function, reduce headaches, enhance sleep, and improve mood in these individuals. Similarly, emerging studies and clinical observations suggest that HBOT may alleviate symptoms of PTSD and depression, particularly when those conditions are associated with underlying brain injury or oxygen deprivation.

Meet the Instructor: Dr. Paul G. Harch, M.D.

Dr. Paul G. Harch is a board-certified emergency medicine physician and a globally recognized expert in hyperbaric medicine. He serves as Clinical Professor and former Director of Hyperbaric Medicine at Louisiana State University (LSU) School of Medicine in New Orleans.

Dr. Harch is best known for his work in applying HBOT to neurological disorders, especially TBI, autism, stroke, PTSD, and cerebral palsy. Over the past three decades, he has treated thousands of patients and authored numerous studies and publications, including the acclaimed book, The Oxygen Revolution. His research has helped to reshape how we understand and apply hyperbaric therapy to brain-related conditions, emphasizing that low-pressure, repetitive HBOT sessions can significantly improve brain function and quality of life.

In this CE/CME course, Dr. Harch shares clinical data, case studies, and protocols developed over years of hands-on experience. He offers a scientifically sound and practical perspective that helps clinicians understand not just the what but the why behind HBOT’s effectiveness.

Why Take the Hatherleigh HBOT Course?

The Hatherleigh HBOT course is designed for physicians, psychologists, nurses, mental health professionals, and other licensed providers seeking CE or CME credit while expanding their treatment repertoire. Learners will gain:

• A historical overview of HBOT in clinical practice

• An understanding of mechanisms and physiological effects

• Insights into dosing strategies and safety

• Clinical outcomes and case studies involving TBI, PTSD, and depression

• Practical application guidance for real-world settings

The course also supports a growing need for integrative approaches to complex mental and neurological health challenges.

Final Thoughts

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy continues to open new doors in the treatment of conditions once considered untreatable or chronic. With expert-led education like the Hatherleigh CE/CME course by Dr. Paul G. Harch, healthcare providers are better equipped to bring healing and hope to their patients.

If you’re a medical or mental health professional seeking to learn more about HBOT’s application in modern clinical settings, we encourage you to explore the Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy CE/CME course today.