If you or someone you love is recovering from a brain injury, concussion, or stroke, you already know how unpredictable the journey can feel. One day may bring hope, the next frustration. Even mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI) can leave lasting symptoms—headaches, dizziness, brain fog, mood changes, or memory difficulties—that seem to linger long after the injury itself has healed. For many patients, the hardest part is feeling like there’s no clear roadmap to recovery.

At Brain Health D.C., we want you to know you’re not alone—and healing is possible. Your brain has an incredible ability to adapt, repair, and rewire itself, even after injury. Sometimes, however, it needs the right conditions to do so. This is where Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) can be a powerful ally.

HBOT is a safe, non-invasive therapy that involves breathing concentrated oxygen in a specially pressurized environment. This increased pressure allows oxygen to dissolve more deeply into your bloodstream, reaching injured or oxygen-starved tissues more effectively than normal. For the brain, which is highly oxygen-dependent, this means improved circulation, reduced inflammation, and enhanced energy production in the very cells trying to heal.

Dr. Nisreen Tayebjee’s approach goes beyond simply offering HBOT sessions. As a board-certified chiropractic neurologist and functional medicine practitioner, she specializes in integrating HBOT with functional neurology and individualized care plans. This means every patient’s journey begins with a thorough evaluation of their nervous system function—how the brain is processing information, how the body is responding—and ends with a tailored protocol designed to address not just the injury but the whole person.

Whether you’re navigating post-concussion syndrome, a traumatic brain injury, stroke recovery, or the lingering effects of neurological trauma, our goal is to restore your brain’s healing potential from the inside out. HBOT is one of the many tools we use to create the ideal environment for neuroplasticity—the brain’s remarkable ability to rewire itself—and to help you regain clarity, stability, and quality of life.

How HBOT Supports Brain Injury Recovery

Brain injuries—whether from concussion, traumatic impact, stroke, or oxygen deprivation—disrupt the brain’s delicate balance of oxygen, blood flow, and cellular communication. One of the most significant challenges following any traumatic brain injury (TBI) or concussion is the decreased delivery of oxygen to the areas most in need of healing. When brain tissue becomes hypoxic (low in oxygen), recovery can stall, symptoms can linger, and inflammation can persist.

This is where Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) offers a remarkable advantage.

By delivering highly concentrated oxygen under increased atmospheric pressure, HBOT helps the brain overcome its oxygen deficit and activates powerful healing mechanisms. Here's how it works:

Increases Oxygenation of Hypoxic Brain Tissue

After injury, certain parts of the brain may receive inadequate oxygen due to disrupted circulation or cellular swelling. HBOT bypasses these limitations, flooding the brain with oxygen-rich plasma—even into areas with limited blood flow.

Reduces Neuroinflammation and Edema (Swelling)

HBOT has been shown to decrease inflammation, a major factor in prolonged symptoms like brain fog, pressure, and fatigue. It also helps reduce cerebral edema, the swelling that can place additional stress on already compromised neural networks.

Supports Repair of Neurons and Blood Vessels

HBOT promotes angiogenesis (the creation of new blood vessels) and supports the repair of damaged neurons—two key factors in restoring healthy brain function post-injury.

Stimulates Neuroplasticity (The Brain’s Ability to Rewire)

The brain’s incredible ability to adapt and reorganize after injury is called neuroplasticity. HBOT fuels this process, helping the brain form new neural pathways that can bypass damaged areas and restore lost function.

Enhances Mitochondrial Energy Production

Every cell in the brain needs energy to function—and that energy is produced in the mitochondria. HBOT supercharges mitochondrial function, giving your brain the resources it needs to heal, regulate, and rebuild.

Conditions Treated with HBOT at Brain Health D.C.

At Brain Health D.C., we use Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) as part of a comprehensive, personalized approach to treating a wide range of neurological conditions—especially those involving inflammation, oxygen deprivation, and impaired brain function.

Brain injuries and neurotoxic exposures don’t always show up clearly on imaging or respond to conventional therapies. That’s why we look deeper—into how your brain is functioning, communicating, and healing. HBOT allows us to support that healing by improving oxygenation, reducing inflammation, and accelerating the recovery of compromised brain tissue.

Here are some of the key conditions we support with HBOT:

Concussion / Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS)

Even after a “mild” concussion, symptoms like headaches, dizziness, cognitive fog, and irritability can persist for weeks or months. HBOT helps restore blood flow and oxygen to injured brain regions and promotes faster, more complete recovery.

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI)

Symptoms of mTBI may include memory problems, poor concentration, balance issues, and fatigue. HBOT improves cellular function and supports neuroplastic repair, especially when other treatments haven’t resolved lingering dysfunction.

Moderate and Severe TBI

More complex brain injuries often involve widespread inflammation, edema, and neurological deficits. HBOT helps stabilize oxygen levels and reduces damage in both acute and long-term recovery phases.

Anoxic Brain Injury (Oxygen Deprivation)

Whether due to near-drowning, cardiac arrest, or birth trauma, lack of oxygen can cause widespread neural damage. HBOT significantly improves oxygen delivery to starved tissues and supports regeneration.

Stroke Recovery

Following a stroke, the brain is in a vulnerable state—but also highly plastic. HBOT reduces inflammation and promotes angiogenesis (new blood vessel growth), giving the brain the support it needs to rewire and recover function.

Cognitive Dysfunction After Head Trauma

If you're struggling with attention, memory, or word-finding after an injury, HBOT can help clear the fog by supporting healthier neural communication and oxygen delivery to underperforming regions.

Brain Fog and Fatigue Following Neurological Insult

Whether post-COVID, mold exposure, or a history of inflammation, persistent brain fog and fatigue can respond well to HBOT as it revitalizes the brain’s metabolic and energy systems.

Neurological Lyme or Mold Exposure

These environmental illnesses can trigger neuroinflammation, brain fog, anxiety, and memory issues. HBOT helps reduce systemic inflammation, improve detoxification, and enhance mitochondrial support for better cognitive function.

The HBOT Experience: What to Expect

At Brain Health D.C., we understand that healing from a brain injury requires more than just treatment—it requires clarity, comfort, and trust. That’s why we’ve created a supportive, gentle, and thoroughly guided process for those beginning Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). Whether you’re seeking recovery from a recent concussion or navigating chronic symptoms from a past injury, here’s what your HBOT journey will look like.

Initial Consultation with Dr. Nisreen

Your journey begins with a comprehensive evaluation by Dr. Nisreen Tayebjee, who brings deep expertise in functional neurology and integrative medicine. She will review:

• Your health history and injury timeline
• Current symptoms and areas of concern
• Past treatments and current goals
• Neurological and functional assessments to determine baseline function

This thorough review helps ensure that HBOT is the right fit for you and sets the stage for a tailored care plan.

A Customized, Whole-Person Care Plan

No two brains—and no two injuries—are the same. Based on your evaluation, Dr. Nisreen will design a personalized care protocol. HBOT may be used alone or as part of a broader neuro-rehab plan that could include:

• Functional neurology
• Chiropractic care
• BrainTap or neurofeedback
• Nutritional therapy
• Sensory-motor retraining

HBOT Sessions – Comfortable, Relaxing, and Safe

• Each HBOT session typically lasts 60–90 minutes
• You’ll lie comfortably in a pressurized chamber while breathing 100% oxygen
• The experience is painless, non-invasive, and calming—many patients report feeling deeply relaxed during and after
• The chamber is clear and well-ventilated; you can read, listen to music, or rest
• Sessions are safe for both children and adults and are closely monitored for comfort and safety

Post-Session Care and Ongoing Support

After your session, we recommend some quiet rest as your body integrates the benefits. Over time, most patients report improvements in:

• Mental clarity
• Energy and stamina
• Sleep and mood
• Symptom stability and resilience

HBOT works cumulatively—each session builds upon the last, creating steady momentum for healing.

Breathe Life Back Into Brain Recovery

Oxygen is life. And for the healing brain, it's one of the most potent and natural tools we have to restore what injury has taken away. Whether you're dealing with lingering post-concussion symptoms, recovering from a stroke, or navigating the aftermath of traumatic brain injury, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) offers a path forward—a path rooted in science, safety, and the body's incredible ability to heal.

At Brain Health D.C., we don’t just treat injuries—we help people rebuild their lives. With the expertise of Dr. Nisreen Tayebjee and a deeply personalized, integrative approach to care, your recovery is not only supported—it’s empowered.

Ready to Breathe New Life into Your Brain Recovery?

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