Hyperbaric Medicine in Physical Activity and Sport

A program of the highest educational level that will allow you to act with confidence and skill as an expert in this field"

Although Hyperbaric Medicine is more than 200 years old, its multiple applications and indications are not known by many professionals of different specialties. The Professional Master’s Degree in Hyperbaric Medicine in Physical Activity and Sport will allow the professional to deepen in the use of hyperbaric chambers as a means to heal injuries caused by sports activity. Likewise, this training will provide you with the skills to handle Hyperbaric Medicine chambers directly applied to any type of pathology that has its origin in physical exercise. The program develops a solid and up-to-date training in hyperbaric oxygen therapy, which will allow the sports professional to develop the competencies and skills necessary to identify and adequately solve different cases of pathologies or therapeutic practices for which hyperbaric oxygenation can be effective and efficient. 

Its broad approach from different medical specialties allows the sports professional to consider the incorporation of this therapeutic tool in different applications and to optimize the treatments offered based on the fundamentals and effects of HBOT. 

Modern concepts of Hyperbaric Medicine are developed through the experience of the different teachers in HBOT, all the while considering the current reality of the specialty. The applications and limitations of the hyperbaric chambers for lower treatment pressures are presented in this course, as well as the concepts of traditional Hyperbaric Medicine and the basic concepts of underwater pathologies. All this, correctly adapted and prepared so that the sports professional can apply it in his daily practice.  

The expansion of HBOT using lower treatment pressures has wider applications, can be implemented by any Sports Science professional with the appropriate training and is adapted to the use of hyperbaric chambers with greater accessibility and safety for the patient and chamber technician. 

The online presentation of this subject, with theoretical content, online videos on specific topics, interactive classes, presentation of clinical cases and tutored self-assessment questionnaires make this Professional Master’s Degree unique within the sports specialty. 

The objective is for the sports science professional to recognize the benefits of hyperbaric chamber treatment for pathologies of diverse origin, to know the limitations and applications of the different chambers existing in the current market, to detect the contraindications of this treatment and to be able to evaluate the response to it based on the effects reported in the literature.  In addition, knowledge of the rationale and therapeutic effects in depth will allow the practitioner to develop clinical studies or case studies to define and discover new future applications of HBOT. Thus, the specialist will have the capabilities to actively participate in the use and expansion of the specialty in the field of Sports Sciences. 

A highly interesting occasion for the professional that will propel you to the highest level of competitiveness"

This Professional Master’s Degree in Hyperbaric Medicine in Physical Activity and Sport contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include: 

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Hyperbaric Medicine in Physical Activity and Sport
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• New developments in Hyperbaric Medicine in Physical Activity and Sport
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Hyperbaric Medicine in Physical Activity and Sport
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This Professional Master’s Degree is the best investment you can make, as it will allow you to grow within the profession while continuing with the rest of your daily activities" 

Its teaching staff includes professionals belonging to the field of Hyperbaric Medicine in Physical Activity and Sport, who bring to this training the experience of their work, as well as recognized specialists from prestigious reference societies and universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training programmed to train in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the specialist must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system developed by renowned experts with extensive experience in Hyperbaric Medicine in Physical Activity and Sport. 

This training comes with the best didactic material, providing you with a contextual approach that will facilitate your learning"

This 100% online master's degree will allow you to combine your studies with your professional work while increasing your knowledge in this field"

The structure of the contents has been designed by the best professionals in the field of Hyperbaric Medicine, with an extensive experience and recognized prestige in the profession, backed by the volume of cases reviewed, studied and diagnosed, and with extensive knowledge of new technologies applied to Hyperbaric Medicine.   This professional team, fully aware of the importance of this type of therapy for the recovery of sports injuries, has created this complete program that will provide you with the necessary tools to apply Hyperbaric Medicine successfully in your profession. 

A complete and up-to-date program that will give you the professional boost your training needs"

Module 1. Introduction to Hyperbaric Medicine in Physical Activity and Sport 

1.1. History of the Hyperbaric Medicine in Physical Activity and Sport
1.2. First Hyperbaric Chambers
1.3. Discovery of Oxygen
1.4. Scientific Period of Hyperbaric Medicine in Physical Activity and Sport
1.5. Types of Hyperbaric Chambers Revitalair Technology Chambers
1.6. Technical and Therapeutic Safety of the New Generation Hyperbaric Chambers
1.7. Hyperbaric Medicine Societies in Physical Activity and Sport in the World and the Evolution of the Indications
1.8. Introduction to the Basis of Hyperbaric Oxygenation
1.9. Introduction to the Adverse Effects and Contraindications
1.10. Current Concept of Hyperbaric Oxygenation Treatment Medium Pressure, Micro pressure and Hyperbaria

Module 2. Basis of Hyperbaric Oxygenation Treatment (HBOT) 

2.1. Physiological Bases of HBOT
2.2. Dalton, Henry, Boyle and Mariotte Physical Laws
2.3. Physical and Mathematical Bases of the Diffusion of Oxygen within Tissue in the Different Treatment Pressures. Krogh Model
2.4. Physiology of Oxygen
2.5. Physiology of Respiration
2.6. Volumetric and Solumetric Effect
2.7. Hypoxia Types of Hypoxia
2.8. Hyperoxia and Treatment Pressure
2.9. Hyperoxia Effective in Wound Healing
2.10. Bases of the Intermittent Hyperoxia Model

Module 3. Physiological Therapeutic Effects of HBOT 

3.1. Introduction to the Physiological Therapeutic Effects
3.2. Vasoconstriction

3.2.1. Robin Hood Effect
3.2.2. Effect of HBOT on Blood Pressure and Heart Rate

3.3. Stem Cells and Oxygen

3.3.1. Liberation of Stem Cells with HBOT
3.3.2. Importance of Stem Cells on Wound Healing
3.3.3. Oxygen in the Differentiation of Stem Cells

3.4. Oxygen in the Synthesis of Collagen

3.4.1. Synthesis and Types of Collagen
3.4.2. Oxygen in the Synthesis and Maturing of Collagen
3.4.3. HBOT and Collagen in Healing

3.5. Angiogenesis and Vasculogenesis

3.5.1. Degenerative Angiogenesis and Hyperbaric Oxygen

3.6. Osteogenesis

3.6.1. HBOT and Osteogenesis and Bone Resorption

3.7. Mitochondrial Function, Inflammation and Oxidative Stress

3.7.1. Mitochondrial Dysfunction in the Pathogenesis of Different Pathologies
3.7.2. HBOT and Mitochondrial Function

3.8. Oxidative Stress and Hyperbaric Oxygen

3.8.1. Oxidative Stress in Different Pathologies
3.8.2. Oxidative Stress in Hyperbaric Oxygen

3.9. Anti-inflammatory Effect in Hyperbaric Oxygen

3.9.1. Hyperbaric Oxygen and Inflammation

3.10. Antimicrobial Effect in Hyperbaric Oxygen

3.10.1. Bacterial Effect of Oxygen
3.10.2. Hyperbaric Oxygen and Biofilm
3.10.3. Hyperbaric Oxygen and the Immune Response

3.11. Oxygen and Neurone Function

3.11.1. Oxygen and Peripheral Axonal Regeneration
3.11.2. Oxygen and Neuroplasticity

Module 4. HBOT in Wound Healing Process and Infectious Pathology 

4.1. HBOT in Healing Physiology
4.2. Medium Pressure and Wound Healing

4.2.1. Effective Angiogenesis
4.2.2. Equivalent Osteogenesis
4.2.3. Anti-inflammatory Effect in Medium Pressure

4.3. Necrotizing Infections
4.4. HBOT in Chronic Ulcers and Diabetic Foot
4.5. Burns
4.6. Injuries from Radiofrequency Lesions and Hyperbaric Oxygen
4.7. HBOT in Crush Syndrome
4.8. Vasculitis and HBOT
4.9. HBOT in Pyoderma Gangrenosum
4.10. Evidence of HBOT in Other Injuries and Dermatological Conditions

Module 5. HBOT in Pain, Rheumatic Diseases and the Medical Clinic 

5.1. HBOT in Altitude Sickness
5.2. Mechanisms of Action in Analgesia Neuropathic Pain and Hyperbaric Oxygen
5.3. Arthropathies and Collagenopathies
5.4. HBOT in Dysfunctional Neurosensitive Syndromes
5.5. Fibromyalgia and Hyperbaric Oxygen
5.6. HBOT in Ischemia Reperfusion Injury
5.7. Tinnitus and Sudden Onset Deafness
5.8. Inflammatory Bowel Diseases and Hyperbaric Oxygen
5.9. HBOT in Fertility
5.10. Hyperbaric Oxygen in the Metabolism of Diabetes and Severe Anemia

Module 6. HBOT in Physical and Neurological Rehabilitation 

6.1. HBOT in Recovery and Performance in Sport
6.2. Hyperbaric Oxygen and Sporting Injuries
6.3. Brain Trauma and Post-Concussion Syndrome
6.4. Stroke Recovery and Hyperbaric Oxygen
6.5. Brain Paralysis and HBOT
6.6. Autism
6.7. Ischemic Encephalopathies
6.8. HBOT in Parkinson’s
6.9. HBOT in Alzheimer’s
6.10. HBOT in Trauma (Avascular Necrosis, Bone Edema, Fractures and Osteomyelitis)

Module 7. HBOT in Oncology 

7.1. Hypoxia and Tumors
7.2. Tumoral Angiogenesis
7.3. Oncologic Safety of HBOT
7.4. HBOT and Radiosensitization
7.5. HBOT and Chemotherapy
7.6. Osteoradionecrosis and Hyperbaric Oxygen
7.7. Radical Cystitis and Proctitis
7.8. Radio induced Skin Syndrome and HBOT
7.9. HBOT in Other Radio lesions
7.10. HBOT in Oncology Pain and Quality of Life

Module 8. HBOT in Toxicology 

8.1. Bibliographical Evidence in Relation to Dosage/ Speed of Using Hyperbaric Oxygen in Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
8.2. Inflammation in Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
8.3. Delayed Neurological Syndrome
8.4. Smoke Inhalation and Hyperbaric Oxygen
8.5. HBOT in Hydrogen Cyanide Poisoning
8.6. HBOT in Other Gases Poisoning
8.7. Hyperbaric Oxygen in Pollution and Tobacco
8.8. Hyperbaric Oxygen in Addiction Recovery
8.9. HBOT in Brown Recluse Spider Bite Injuries and Poisoning
8.10. HBOT in Snake Bite Injuries and Poisoning

Module 9. HBOT in Dysbaric Pathology 

9.1. Diving and Diving Medicine Physiological Reactions to Diving Conditions Deep Neurological Syndrome
9.2. Changes in Environmental Pressure Decompression Sickness Air Embolism Pathophysiology. Symptoms and Signs
9.3. Treatment of Decompression Sickness Prevention of Dysbaric Accidents Decompression Table
9.4. Dysbaric Pathology and Evidence-Based Medicine
9.5. Dysbaric Osteonecrosis
9.6. HBOT in Postoperative Gas Embolism Iatrogenic Embolism
9.7. Hyperbaric Medicine in Physical Activity and Sport in the Workplace Work in Compressed Air Medical Documents and Immersion Records Health Risks
9.8. Work Accidents in Operating High Pressure Chambers Medical Support and Treatment for Compressed Air Jobs
9.9. Fire Evaluation and Prevention with Hyperbaric Chamber with Combustion Risk
9.10. Regulations and Requirements for the Installation of Different Types of Hyperbaric

Module 10. Indications and Contraindications - Integration Module

10.1. Absolute and Relative Contraindications of HBOT
10.2. Adverse Effects of Hyperoxia
10.3. Neuronal and Pulmonary Oxygen Toxicity
10.4. Neurotoxicity/Neuroexcitability
10.5. Objective and Subjective Barotrauma
10.6. Special Care for Patients who Receive HBOT at Different Pressures
10.7. Indications by Consensus of the European Committee of Hyperbaric Medicine
10.8. Emerging Medical Applications Off Label and Medicare Indications
10.9. Management in Hyperbaric Medicine Centers in Physical Activity and Sport HBOT in Public and Private Health
10.10. Cost- Benefit Relationship of the Application of HBOT HBOT Cost Efficiency

A unique, key and decisive training experience to boost your professional development”