Enhance athletic performance
How to Stay On Top of Your Game?
Achieving peak performance is the ultimate goal of every athlete. However, the journey to becoming a champion can involve setbacks due to injuries and fatigue, delaying an athlete’s ability to return to competition.
Activate your body’s athletic potential with Aviv Clinics’ science-driven approach to neuroplasticity and optimal physical performance. Through a unique medical program and Aviv’s specialized protocol of hyperbaric oxygen therapy for athletes, Aviv Clinics is helping enthusiastic, elite, and professional athletes to stay at the top of their game, compete at their full potential, and go for the gold.
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Enhanced Performance and Accelerated Recovery
Aviv Clinics is revolutionizing athletic performance using a scientifically backed medical program that can combine an innovative and unique hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) protocol with cognitive training, physical conditioning, and personalized nutrition plans — key elements for peak athletic prowess.
This holistic process transforms the way our brain, body, and cells repair themselves. With our comprehensive health assessments, you can track your progress by quantifying cognitive improvements, physical stamina, and cellular recovery.
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Physical & Cognitive Benefits for Athletes
Physical benefits for athletes include:
- Higher strength and endurance (due to improved anaerobic threshold)
- Enhanced maximal oxygen consumption (VO2 max)
- Decreased muscle soreness.
Cognitive benefits include improved:
- Coordination
- Attention
- Focus
- Processing speed
These advantages are attributed to: higher levels of oxygen-rich blood being delivered to the brain, acceleration and improvement in cellular repair and reduction in inflammation
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A Program Founded on Groundbreaking Research
In published clinical trials, Aviv Clinics’ innovative protocol Hyperoxic-Hypoxic ParadoxTM has been shown to increase the efficiency of mitochondria—the power centers of our cells. By fluctuating oxygen levels, our protocol essentially acts as interval training for the mitochondria.
These fluctuations deliver a winning method for elevating physical and cognitive performance. After all, when a mere millisecond or millimeter often distinguishes between victory and defeat, every moment counts.
Athletes Who Are the Defining Success of the Aviv Medical Program
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Dean Lampe Takes on Leadville 100
Mountain bike enthusiast Dean Lampe challenged himself to Colorado’s epic Leadville 100 MTB. No race, especially one that spans 100 miles through brutal mountain terrain, is a small feat. Thus, he participated in the Aviv Medical Program to train for it.
Through the program, Dean experienced significant improvements in his athletic performance, most notably:
- 40% improvement in anaerobic threshold
- 10% improvement in aerobic exercise capacity
- 25% improvement in muscle strength
- 14% reduction in fall risk
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Why Athletes Choose HBOT Over Other Recovery Methods
Published, peer-reviewed research indicates that Aviv Clinics’ specialized hyperbaric oxygen therapy protocol offers unique advantages compared to other popular recovery methods:
- Cryotherapy: While effective for reducing inflammation, cryotherapy may not address the root cause of many injuries. HBOT, on the other hand, has not only been shown in studies to reduce inflammation but also promote healing at the cellular level.
- Massage Therapy: Massage is excellent for relaxation and reducing muscle tension, but its impact on tissue repair is limited. Research reveals that HBOT can accelerate healing by improving blood flow and stimulating the body’s natural repair mechanisms.
- Normobaric Oxygen Therapy: Normobaric oxygen therapy involves breathing pure oxygen at normal atmospheric pressure. While it can increase oxygen levels in the blood, it doesn’t provide the same oxygenation level as HBOT. HBOT delivers oxygen under increased pressure, significantly increasing the volume of blood that can be carried through the bloodstream.
Aviv Clinics’ integrated program can combine HBOT, nutritional guidance, and physical and cognitive training under one roof, tailored to your biology. This can improve endurance and stamina, increase the oxygen supply to tissues, and support the body’s energy production for long-term physical performance.
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Bob Troudt Overcomes Surgical Challenges, Helping Him Get Back to Sports
Even after two consecutive surgeries in the shoulder and knee, Bob is living his best life on the pickleball court. He credits the Aviv Medical Program for this rapid healing.
Bob, who noted that past surgeries had longer recovery times, was amazed by the speed of his recovery. He hasn’t felt pain since the fifth day after this shoulder surgery. His nurse exclaimed, “My goodness, you’re a miraculous healer!” when his bandages were removed 10 days later.
“As I’ve returned to the pickleball court, I’ve actually amazed myself with my hand speed, ability to see the ball, and reaction time.”
Contact Aviv Clinics to discover how we can help you stay at the top of your game
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How the Aviv Medical Program Works?
A 3-Step Process:
In-depth assessment: A comprehensive three-day medical, physiological, and cognitive evaluation conducted by licensed medical staff, including physicians, psychologists, physiotherapists, physiologists and nurses.
Customized treatment program: Your dedicated medical team will coach you through a personalized treatment plan that may include cognitive and physical training, nutrition coaching, and Aviv’s unique, evidence-based hyperbaric oxygen protocol.
Measurable results: At the end of your treatment, we repeat many of the tests from the initial assessment to empirically measure your improvements and make recommendations for your ongoing progress.
Speak with an Aviv team member to learn if you’re a candidate for the program.
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Evidence-Based and Scientifically Backed
Unlike other hyperbaric oxygen therapy options, the Aviv Medical Program incorporates a unique, evidence-based protocol that was developed by some of the world’s leading experts in hyperbaric medicine.
The research found that HBOT enhances physical performance in healthy middle-age master athletes, including VO2max, power and VO2AT. The mechanisms may be related to significant improvements in mitochondrial respiration and increased mitochondrial mass.
The research on the benefits of the Aviv protocol has been published in some of the most respected scientific journals available.
FAQs About HBOT for Athletes
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Is HBOT Safe for All Athletes?
Is HBOT Safe for All Athletes?
HBOT has been used safely for several years. Potential side effects are low risk and relatively rare because of our advanced safety protocol and highly trained clinical staff. In addition, unlike single-person chambers, Aviv Clinics’ hyperbaric oxygen chamber suites for athletes are spacious, designed to seat 14 people in an air-filled chamber while breathing 100% medical-grade oxygen through a mask. A medical staff member is present inside the HBOT suite during treatment. For the safety of our clients, certain conditions may prevent HBOT treatment at Aviv Clinics. These include untreated pneumothorax, pregnancy, and active cancer. Conditions like requiring a medical implant or seizure disorders require evaluation by our physicians to determine suitability for HBOT.
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Can hyperbaric oxygen therapy help my injury recovery?
Can HBOT help my injury recovery?
Learn moreHyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) has been shown to aid in injury recovery, as it promotes healing and may reduce inflammation in the body’s tissues. HBOT can support the body’s natural healing processes. Studies show it is “promising in the recovery of injuries for high performance athletes” and is most helpful in the early recovery stages for an injury.
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Can hyperbaric oxygen therapy help my muscle recovery?
Can HBOT help my muscle recovery?
Learn moreHyperbaric oxygen therapy has shown potential in aiding muscle recovery because it can enhance oxygen delivery to muscle tissues. This increase in oxygen supply enhances the body’s natural healing processes, potentially accelerating muscle recovery by “accelerating cell recovery and tissue repair.”
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Can hyperbaric oxygen therapy improve endurance and stamina?
Can HBOT improve endurance and stamina?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has the potential to improve endurance and stamina. HBOT increases the oxygen supply to tissues, which can indirectly support the body’s energy production for a sustained physical performance. Endurance and stamina are affected by various factors, including training, fitness level, and current health.
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Does hyperbaric oxygen therapy help with reducing inflammation?
Does HBOT help with reducing inflammation?
Yes, hyperbaric oxygen therapy has shown promise for aiding in reducing inflammation. Research indicates that after exercise, HBOT treatment “can be effective in relieving exercise-induced inflammation” to support athletic recovery. This is because oxygen can help to generate energy and support cellular metabolism.
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How Long Does Each HBOT Session Take?
How Long Does Each HBOT Session Take?
If your personalized care plan includes HBOT treatments, each session takes approximately two hours per day, five days a week. Please note, this is a general estimate based on former and current clients. Your plan may be tailored depending on your current health and goals.
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How Soon Can Athletes Expect to See Results?
How Soon Can Athletes Expect to See Results?
Ninety-six percent of our clients have experienced clinically verifiable improvements in physical and cognitive performance after completing the Aviv Medical Program. Although the program typically lasts 8-12 weeks, improvements typically continue to build for several months after the program’s completion. Recognizing the importance of long-term success, Aviv Clinics remains committed to supporting our clients beyond program completion with ongoing performance monitoring.
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Can HBOT Be Used for Surgical Recovery?
Can HBOT Be Used for Surgical Recovery?
Yes, the team at Aviv Clinics has helped people use HBOT before and after surgery to improve their outcomes. Every person’s body is unique, so we encourage you to speak with Aviv to discuss your options.
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Is hyperbaric oxygen therapy effective for concussion or traumatic brain injury in athletes?
Is hyperbaric oxygen therapy effective for concussion or traumatic brain injury in athletes?
Learn moreStudies suggest that hyperbaric oxygen therapy can help with brain recovery and “induce brain neuroplasticity” in patients with a concussion or traumatic brain injury. HBOT can lead to improvements in cognitive function for athletes with concussions or TBIs, as its anti-inflammatory outcomes can support faster recovery in injured brain tissues.
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Is hyperbaric oxygen therapy only used as a treatment or can it be used for performance enhancement?
Is hyperbaric oxygen therapy only used as a treatment or can it be used for performance enhancement?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy can be used as a treatment modality and for brain and body performance enhancement. HBOT can help to enhance healing, accelerate recovery, promote tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and trigger the body’s natural healing processes. It can also improve stamina and endurance. It is best used as one component of a multidisciplinary treatment program.
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How does hyperbaric oxygen therapy compare to other conventional treatments for athletes?
How does hyperbaric oxygen therapy compare to other conventional treatments for athletes?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is one of many therapy options available to athletes, and its effectiveness can vary depending on the person, conditions, or circumstances being addressed. HBOT offers a noninvasive way to speed up and activate the body’s natural healing mechanisms on a cellular level, which can help to improve healing and performance. Other treatment options can include medication, physical therapy, surgery, rest, massage, and topical pain management ointments.
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