Long-Term Oxygen Therapy
Manipal Hospitals offers specialised long-term oxygen therapy and hyperbaric oxygen therapy in India, providing comprehensive care for patients requiring enhanced oxygen delivery. Long-term oxygen therapy supports patients with persistently low oxygen levels, while hyperbaric oxygen therapy is used for selected medical conditions such as chronic non-healing diabetic wounds, radiation-induced tissue injury, and certain severe infections. Pulmonology, rehabilitation, neurology, and oncology teams coordinate care to ensure safe, structured, and condition-specific oxygen-based therapy across Manipal Hospitals.
Hospital Locations
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Old Airport Road - Bengaluru
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Mysuru
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Mangaluru
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Dwarka - Delhi NCR
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Patiala
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Jaipur
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Vijayawada
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Salem
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Kharadi - Pune
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Salt Lake - Kolkata
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Bhubaneswar
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Siliguri
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Ranchi
How It Works
Hyperbaric and long-term oxygen therapies at Manipal Hospitals follow a structured and closely supervised process. Care begins with a detailed evaluation to confirm the indication, oxygen requirement, and overall safety. Lung function tests, arterial blood gases, and clinical assessments guide the Treatment pathway.
For long-term oxygen support, oxygen concentrators or cylinders may be prescribed for extended daily use to manage chronic low oxygen levels at home. For hyperbaric oxygen sessions, patients enter a pressurised chamber where they breathe 100% oxygen. This increases the amount of dissolved oxygen in the blood and enhances delivery to tissues with reduced circulation.
Each hyperbaric session generally lasts between 60 and 90 minutes and is repeated over several days or weeks, depending on the condition being treated. Staff monitor patients continuously to identify ear pressure issues, discomfort, or rare oxygen-related side effects. After each session, a brief observation helps confirm stability.
Throughout treatment, schedules, pressures, and durations are adjusted based on progress, comfort, and clinical goals. This step-wise approach ensures safe use of oxygen-based therapies within multidisciplinary care plans.
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Patients receiving oxygen-based therapies at Manipal Hospitals gain several important benefits:
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Improved oxygen delivery to vital organs and damaged tissues
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Better control of breathlessness and enhanced activity tolerance in chronic lung disease
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Support for the healing of difficult wounds and radiation-affected tissues
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Structured protocols with specialist supervision
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Integration with multidisciplinary care for safe and coordinated treatment
What to Expect
Consultation and diagnosis
A detailed review of lung function, underlying conditions, and treatment suitability is completed. The expected benefits and potential risks are explained.
Pre-treatment preparation
Baseline tests, including arterial blood gases and chest imaging, are conducted. Patients receive guidance on ear pressure equalisation, clothing, and safety rules for chamber entry.
Treatment sessions
Patients are placed in a monoplace or multiplace chamber supervised by trained staff. Oxygen is delivered during controlled pressurisation cycles. For home oxygen therapy, concentrators are set up with clear instructions on flow rates and safety.
Post-session monitoring
Patients undergo short observation to assess comfort, dizziness, or ear discomfort.
Physical care
Advice is provided on activity levels, device maintenance, and important safety precautions.
Follow-up appointments
Regular reviews monitor oxygen levels, symptom improvement, and Treatment tolerance.
Long-term recovery
Ongoing support is provided for chronic respiratory conditions, wound healing programmes, and rehabilitation plans as needed.
Why Manipal Hospitals?
Manipal Hospitals is a recognised centre for advanced Pulmonology, Rehabilitation, and oxygen-based therapies. Hyperbaric oxygen sessions are conducted in controlled environments supported by trained respiratory therapists, critical care teams, and specialised monitoring systems. The hospitals follow structured protocols that align with current clinical standards for conditions such as radiation tissue injury, chronic non-healing wounds, and selected infections.
Long-term oxygen support is also provided through safe and monitored pathways, including guidance for home oxygen therapy in India when clinically indicated. Multidisciplinary care involving Oncology, Neurology, Wound Care, and Rehabilitation ensures that oxygen-based therapies are integrated with broader treatment plans. With strong safety systems, clear counselling, and ongoing follow-up, Manipal Hospitals offers reliable and patient-centred respiratory support.
Centre of Excellence
The Pulmonology and Rehabilitation Department at Manipal Hospitals manages respiratory conditions requiring specialised oxygen-based therapies. It provides oxygen therapy in India, hyperbaric oxygen sessions, long-term oxygen support, and rehabilitation programmes for chronic lung disease and radiation injury. Care is coordinated with Oncology, Neurology, and Critical Care teams to ensure comprehensive patient management.
Services Offered
Manipal Hospitals in India provide key oxygen-based services, which include:
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Hyperbaric oxygen sessions for selected medical conditions
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Long-term oxygen therapy using concentrators or cylinders
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Specialised pathways for wound healing and radiation-injury management
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Comprehensive respiratory rehabilitation with structured exercise training
- Multidisciplinary assessments by Pulmonology, Oncology, and Neurology teams for integrated, personalised care
Facilities & Services
Manipal Hospitals in India offer advanced services and supportive facilities, which include:
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Pressurised hyperbaric therapy chambers with monitoring systems
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Respiratory laboratories for lung function and gas analysis
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Safe set-up and guidance for home oxygen equipment
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Multidisciplinary teams across Pulmonology, Critical Care, and Rehabilitation
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Patient education on device use, safety, and long-term respiratory management
Frequently Asked Questions
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy may be used for chronic non-healing wounds, radiation-related tissue injury, selected infections, and certain rehabilitation needs. Suitability depends on overall health, the underlying condition, and specialist assessment.
Long-term oxygen therapy is generally safe when used as prescribed and monitored by healthcare professionals. Most patients tolerate it well. Regular follow-ups help manage any complications and monitor safety.
A typical hyperbaric oxygen therapy session can last 60–90 minutes. The total number of therapy sessions depends on the underlying condition, response to treatment, and the treatment plan decided by specialists.
During hyperbaric oxygen therapy, patients breathe 100% oxygen in a pressurised chamber. This increases oxygen levels in the bloodstream and supports healing in tissues with reduced circulation or persistent inflammation.
Manipal Hospitals ensures safe delivery and coordinated follow-up for hyperbaric oxygen therapy in India. Minor temporary effects such as ear pressure, fatigue, or mild discomfort may occur. Complications are uncommon when sessions are provided under controlled conditions.
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