Hyperbaric chamber FAQs

The main differences are size, shape and how you get in. The Summit to Sea models we carry operate at 1.3 ATA. A larger chamber gives you more room inside; it doesn’t mean a higher pressure.

The Shallow Dive starts at 26 inches in diameter. The larger Horizontal chambers reach 60 inches, and the two Vertical chambers are 40 and 54 inches across. Our side-by-side comparison is a good place to narrow it down.

If you like to lie down and stretch out, start with the Horizontal chambers. If you’d rather sit upright, look at the Vertical chambers. Then think about getting in and out, the seat or padding you’ll use, and how much room you’d like around you.

People with limited mobility often have very specific needs. Tell us what works for you now, and we can talk through the entry and seating options before you choose. See the chamber styles.

Allow for more than the chamber itself. You’ll need room to get in and out, reach the controls and place the compressors. An oxygen concentrator, if you’re adding one, needs space too.

Check the full dimensions on the individual chamber page. For a Vertical chamber, measure your ceiling height as well as the floor space. Send us your room measurements if you’d like a second set of eyes on the layout.

Each model page lists its included equipment and available options. The compressor equipment supplies the air that pressurizes the chamber. An oxygen concentrator is a separate piece of equipment and is sold separately.

Platforms, seating and other accessories depend on the model and package you choose. We can put the whole setup on one quote so you know what you’re getting. Check a model’s equipment list.

We started out selling OxyHealth chambers while running our hyperbaric clinic in Washington. As business owners, we kept looking at what else was available. During the COVID shutdown, we took a closer look at Summit to Sea and fell in love with the line.

We like the bright interiors, the room around you and the way the chambers are put together. We also like working with the people behind them. When you’re buying equipment you’ll use for years, having someone to call matters. You can read more about our background on Who We Are.

Yes! We list used Summit to Sea and OxyHealth chambers when they’re available. Each listing tells you the model, condition, location and included equipment. A chamber marked sold has already found a new owner.

Looking for a similar model, or have one to sell? We’d love to hear from you. See used chambers and selling options.

It depends on the model and the equipment you choose. You’ll find current chamber prices on our Hyperbaric Chambers page. Open a model for its dimensions, shipping and package details.

If you’re comparing a few options, we can prepare a quote with the chamber and any separately purchased equipment listed out. That makes it much easier to compare the total cost.

Yes. We offer chamber discounts for military members and first responders. Let us know when you ask for a quote so we can help with eligibility and the offers that apply to your order.

Ask about your service discount. Maintenance parts and replacement components are excluded from discounts.

Shipping is listed separately from the chamber price, after the dimensions on the full product page. This lets you see the equipment price and delivery cost without combining them.

We ship worldwide. For a destination-specific quote, send us the model and delivery location.

Timing depends on the model, current availability and where it’s going. Tell us if you’re working toward a particular date. We’ll check the expected shipping schedule when we prepare your order.

Yes. A prescription is required to purchase a chamber. An oxygen concentrator also requires its own prescription.

If you need help finding a provider, let us know. We work with telemedicine doctors who may be able to help with that part of the process.

Summit to Sea provides a two-year warranty against defects, including parts and labor. It covers the chamber components, including the zipper, windows, seams, valves and hoses.

You can buy an extended warranty during the original two-year period. Shipping for warranty service is the customer’s responsibility. Read Summit to Sea’s warranty details.

Contact us first so we can arrange the next steps. Summit to Sea’s chamber return period is 15 days from delivery. The chamber must come back in its original condition, with all of its components.

Original and return shipping are not refunded. Damage, cleaning or missing parts can affect the refund. Any payment processing or shipping costs already incurred by 123HBOT are also deducted when an order is canceled or returned. Read the manufacturer’s chamber return policy.

We don’t provide financing in-house. For medical professionals and clinics, our Select Funding page is the place to ask about business financing and current terms.

It isn’t common, but we have seen some clients obtain coverage through personal injury or workers’ compensation claims. Others have used HSA or FSA funds.

Ask your plan administrator about the specific equipment before ordering. A prescription and supporting paperwork may be part of the process. We can help with the equipment information they request.

We aren’t offering a standard rental or rent-to-own program at the moment. If a new chamber is outside your budget, our used chamber listings are worth a look.

Get in touch and tell us about your practice or business, your experience with hyperbarics and the chamber you use. We’ll walk you through the current reseller requirements and the support available.

Ask about the reseller program.

The pressure change can feel a lot like taking off or landing in an airplane. You’ll notice it most in your ears while the chamber pressurizes and depressurizes. Once the pressure settles, many people find the time inside quite relaxing.

Some like to read. Others simply rest. We’ll talk you through what to expect and how to get comfortable with the chamber’s controls.

Yes. Summit to Sea chambers have controls and a zipper system designed to be reached from inside and outside. We’ll show you how they work during setup, including the normal entry and exit process.

Being able to reach the controls is one part of planning your setup. We’ll also discuss the assistance you need and the manufacturer’s operating instructions.

Absolutely. Your chamber comes with written and video assembly instructions, and we provide phone and video support. We can walk through the setup with you and explain the equipment.

The support doesn’t end when the boxes arrive. If something isn’t making sense a few weeks or months later, call us. Here’s how to reach 123HBOT.

Yes. We help you learn to operate your own chamber, and we also offer access to more in-depth hyperbaric education. That can be especially useful for clinics bringing hyperbarics into their practice.

See our training and education options.

The Summit to Sea models we carry are designed for 1.3 ATA, or about 4.4 PSI above normal atmospheric pressure. Use the pressure specified for your chamber; changing the valves to increase it is not an upgrade.

You’ll hear the compressors and the air moving through the system. In our experience, many people describe it as background or white noise.

Equipment placement can make a difference, and a compatible silencer is another option. We can help you choose the right version for your chamber. See accessories.

Start with a comfortable room temperature. The chamber can warm up as it pressurizes, so the room around it makes a difference.

A chamber cooler is an optional accessory. If heat is a concern, ask us about a cooler that works with your setup. Browse chamber accessories.

They do different jobs. The compressor moves air into the chamber to pressurize it. An oxygen concentrator takes in room air and provides oxygen-enriched gas through a separate delivery system.

The concentrator is sold separately from the chamber. If you’re putting together a new setup, we’ll list it separately on your quote.

The chamber uses its compressors to pressurize; an oxygen concentrator is separate equipment. Whether you add one depends on the oxygen setup prescribed for you.

Yes, you can order a concentrator through us. Tell us which chamber you’re using so we can check the model and connections and give you the current price. Ask about a concentrator.

Start with the equipment model, not just the chamber name. Two people with the same chamber may have different compressors or concentrators.

On our Maintenance page, choose the equipment type and then the model to see the matching items. Can’t find a match? Send us a photo of the equipment label. That is much easier than guessing from the shape of a filter.

Follow the schedule for your specific compressor or concentrator. The part number and care instructions can differ between models, and some filters are cleaned while others are replaced.

Keep the equipment model handy when you order. We can help match it to the correct filter or replacement component.

No. Maintenance items and replacement components are sold at their listed prices. Reseller, sub-reseller, military, first responder, Black Friday and other discounts do not apply to these items.

HBOT stands for hyperbaric oxygen therapy. “Hyperbaric” means pressure above normal atmospheric pressure. Clinical HBOT combines increased pressure with oxygen to increase the amount of oxygen delivered to the body’s tissues.

You’ll also see the terms HBT and mild hyperbarics. Our soft-sided chambers operate at 1.3 ATA. The pressure and oxygen setup are both useful details to check when you’re reading about a particular treatment.

At a higher oxygen pressure, more oxygen can dissolve in the liquid portion of the blood, called plasma. That’s the basic idea behind the pressure-and-oxygen combination.

The actual oxygen exposure depends on the chamber pressure and the gas being breathed. Our Science page has more reading on hyperbarics and the research behind it.

No. The Summit to Sea chambers here are soft-sided and operate at 1.3 ATA. Hospital hyperbaric treatment generally uses rigid chambers at higher pressures with a different oxygen delivery setup.

When comparing research or equipment, look at the pressure, oxygen concentration and session schedule. Those details tell you much more than the word “hyperbaric” on its own.

Yes. Summit to Sea’s mild chambers have FDA clearance for acute mountain sickness and require a prescription. The manufacturer identifies its clearance as 510(k) K072757.

See Summit to Sea’s clearance information.

Your prescribing clinician sets the pressure, oxygen setup, session length and frequency for your treatment plan. People and their reasons for using hyperbarics differ, so there isn’t one schedule for everyone.

Once you have that plan, we can help with the practical side: choosing equipment, setting it up and learning to use it.

Start with The Science. You’ll find Dr. Harch’s work first, followed by COVID-19 and other topics.

If you’re looking for something specific, these pages may save you some searching: Dr. Harch’s research and patient videos, COVID-19, brain injury, stroke and autism. The Videos page has more to watch.