INTERNATIONAL HYPERBARIC CENTER FOR THE NORTH ATLANTIC AND ARTIC
WE WORK UNDER PRESSURE
HYPERBARIC MEDICINE
A branch of the Extreme Environment Medicine specialized in the human physiology when breathing pure oxygen in a environment of higher pressure than atmospheric
This is achieved by breathing oxygen through a mask inside a sealed chamber where the ambient pressure is increased.
Benefits and action of the Hyperbaric Oxygen
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Increases oxygen delivery to all tissues
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Reduces inflammation
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Enhances immune system function
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Exhibits bacteriostatic and bactericidal effects
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Stimulates collagen-producing cells
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Accelerates the healing process
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Supports bone regeneration
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Promotes the formation of new blood vessels
DIVE MEDICINE
A branch of the Extreme Environment Medicine that specializes in the human physiology during underwater activities for work or pleasure.
The Dive Medicine Specialty is the only with competence to study, diagnose and treat accidents or illness associated with underwater activities
Popular Related Services
Pre-Dive Medical Exam
Emergency Diver Re-compression
Popular Diving Activities
Recreational, Technical, Commercial, Military Diving
Remote Off-Shore Expeditions
ABOUT US
Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 14:00 (GMT)
Tel: (+354) 543 - 1000
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Diving Doctor on shift - 24 h - all year round
National emergency services: 112
All diving emergencies are admited through the Emergency Department of the National Hospital
Áland 6, Landspítali Fossvogi
E-2 Háþrýstiklefi,
108, Reykjavík, Iceland