Hyperbaric Medicine - Albert Lea - Mayo Clinic Health System
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About Hyperbaric Medicine - Albert Lea - Mayo Clinic Health System
The Hyperbaric Medicine unit at Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea utilizes hyperbaric oxygen therapy to accelerate healing in tissues damaged by disease, injury, or other factors. This therapy involves breathing 100% oxygen inside a pressurized, clear acrylic hyperbaric chamber, which increases the amount of oxygen in the blood plasma, allowing it to carry significantly more oxygen to body tissues. This enhanced oxygenation promotes healing by stimulating new blood vessel and tissue growth, removing trapped air bubbles, and supporting immune system activity. The clinic is located within the Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea, which has received national recognition for quality and safety. Conditions treated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy at this location include diabetic wounds of the lower extremities, wounds that haven't healed in several weeks, post-radiation tissue injuries, diabetes-related foot and ankle ulcers, and wounds caused by poor circulation or trauma. The therapy is typically administered on an outpatient basis, with each session lasting 1.5 to 2 hours. The number of sessions required varies depending on the specific medical condition being treated. The hyperbaric medicine team consists of physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and technicians with specialized training and certification in hyperbaric medicine and wound care. A referral from a primary care provider is required to access hyperbaric medicine services. The clinic uses clear, acrylic hyperbaric chambers that can accommodate at least one person. Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea also offers various other medical services and is undergoing a campus renovation project to enhance its facilities. The clinic accepts many types of insurance, including Medicare and Medical Assistance.