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Oxygen therapy is also known as Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). During a session you will be breathing 95% oxygen under increased atmospheric pressure. Benefits can include improvements in healing and the management of neurological and other chronic conditions. Oxygen Therapy What is oxygen therapy? Oxygen therapy can be referred to as either Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) or High Dose Oxygen Therapy (HDOT). This means that during your therapy session, you will be breathing in a higher concentration of oxygen whilst under increased atmospheric pressure (hyperbaric). Since August 2022, we have been generating our own oxygen, which guarantees supply and quality. What conditions can benefit? The majority of our members and Centre users live with chronic neurological conditions, predominantly Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Other conditions include; Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), Motor Neurone Disease (MND), Parkinson's, Stroke and Fibromyalgia. Find out more about Becoming a Member. Our hyperbaric oxygen chamber Oxygen therapy for Non Neurological conditions We also offer non-subsidised sessions for those wanting to benefit from our therapies who may not have a neurological condition.. These include Acute illness ·Injury, including sports and trauma. Post operative recovery Long Covid Cancer Arthritis If your issue/condition is not on this list, please call us to discuss it, we will be delighted to help. These users will still have use of our facilities in the same way, but pay through Bristol Therapy Centre Ltd. Click here for an application form for non-neurological service users. Oxygen therapy for sports injuries We frequently assist those with a variety of sports injuries. In the past, we have treated players from both amateur and professional football and rugby clubs as well as professional cricketers and ice hockey players. Due to an increased level of fitness in sportspeople, the number of sessions they require in the chamber is reduced. Oxygen therapy is particularly beneficial for speeding up the repair of strains, breaks and soft tissue damage. Click here to complete a form specifically to book sessions for sports-related injuries. The air we normally breathe contains 21% oxygen, and 78% nitrogen, with the remaining 1% being contributed by noble gases and carbon dioxide. The concentration of these gases is determined by the atmospheric pressure which is influenced by the weather and is reduced at altitude. Atmospheric pressure is accorded the unit 1 to represent atmospheric pressure absolute, or 1 ATA. How does oxygen therapy work? Oxygen timetable Please note the timetable can occasionally change due to demand, check with the oxygen team to confirm the correct timings and pressure. Updated 5 January 2026 Isobaric and Exercise with Oxygen Sessions There are no set time for sessions on the outside of the Chamber - an appointment is required. Further Information about your therapy In instances where it isn’t feasible to attend every day, we will work with you to organise sessions as close together as possible to maximise the potential effectiveness of the therapy. When in the chamber we recommend that you wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes. Some people find it beneficial to wear layers as the chamber can become quite warm during a session and can then become quite chilly during decompression. You can take a mask break while in the chamber as long as it is only one member at a time When the pressure increases in the chamber you may need to equalise your ears, just as you would on an aeroplane. There are a number of ways to do this: • Swallow; this is usually the most effective method • Pinch your nose and with your mouth shut blow out • Move your jaw from side to side • Try to force a yawn • Take sips of water; you will need to bring a plastic bottle of still water with you If you can’t clear your ears at first, don't worry, just let the operator know straight away and they will stop the pressurisation, they'll then let out some of the pressure until you let them know, with a thumbs up, that everything is okay, the operator will then resume pressurisation at a slower rate. The operator, and the other occupants of the chamber, will always be on hand to help you. As you will be wearing your mask for the entirety of the session it will be difficult to talk and the noise will make it tricky to hear. Most people listen to something through their headphones or read a book to keep themselves entertained. You can bring your mobile phone, tablet or laptop into the chamber; but we recommend you download any programmes you’d like to watch beforehand. There is free Wi-Fi in the Centre, so you could do a spot of online shopping to pass the time. There are a number of items that are prohibited to have in the Chamber please click here for full details. Meet the Team For further information about The Brightwell Community please visit the following pages Meet The Brightwell Team and Volunteer What to do next We very much hope that you would like to Become a Member. More information about costs and ways to pay can be found on our Therapies page Our Reception Team will be delighted to help you with any questions, please callron 01454 201686 We look forward to welcoming you to The Brightwell.

Give the gift of therapy, support and friendship by remembering The Brightwell in your Will and positively impact those living with chronic neurological conditions. Leaving a Gift in Your Will for The Brightwell Make a Difference That Lives On Give the gift of therapy, support and friendship by remembering The Brightwell in your Will. Leaving a financial gift to The Brightwell will have a direct and positive impact on those living with chronic neurological conditions. Your gift will enable individuals to be supported by our wonderful Centre. Why Leave a Legacy to The Brightwell? Your gift directly benefits individuals. Donations subsidise the costs associated with providing face-to-face therapies, clinics and social events for people living with these challenging conditions, so that they can afford to have these therapies on a long-term basis. The Brightwell is not part of a larger Charity or group which means that you can be assured that your legacy will be used effectively for The Brightwell. The Brightwell does not receive any direct funding from the Government, the NHS or National MS/Neurological Charities. This means that all costs must be fundraised or covered by Brightwell members’ voluntary contributions. By leaving a legacy you will be part of the future of this precious local resource. We are a small charity, and we keep our overheads as low as possible, so your donation will be used effectively to support The Brightwell, now, and in the future. So, whether you know someone who has benefitted from the therapies and support offered by The Charity, maybe you have benefitted yourself, been a supporter or a volunteer, please remember us in your Will. Here is some important information you and your Solicitor will need to know… The Brightwell is a brand name for two charities. We are regulated by the Charities Commissions Regulations. These are The West of England Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre Limited, Registered Charity Number 801155. and The Brightwell Neurological Support Centre Limited, Registered Charity Number 1109459. How to Leave a Legacy: Your intention to make a bequest will need to be stipulated in your Will. This can be for a specific amount, for a specific purpose or as a percentage of your Estate, and can be made to one or the other of the Charities above. There may be beneficial tax implications for your beneficiaries in terms of potential Inheritance Tax savings. We cannot give you any offered or implied guidance about this, but your appointed Solicitor will be able to give you specific and qualified advice. We are very fortunate, that Wards, a firm of local Solicitors offer beneficial rates to The Brightwell Community to draw up a simple Will. Please see the details below: You can make use of this excellent and affordable service by calling The Brightwell on 01454 201686 and one of our Reception Team will be able to provide you with available dates and next steps. In Memory Donations for someone who’s no longer with us If you would like to make The Brightwell the beneficiary at your loved ones’ farewell ceremony, the person organising their send-off can arrange this with us directly. Alternative ly, if you wanted to make a personal donation in the memory of someone who is no longer with us please visit www.thebrightwell.org.uk/donate , or pick up the phone and call us on 01454 201686 we are always happy to talk. Should you wish to consider leaving The Brightwell a legacy and have questions, you can speak to a member of our team. If you would like to see firsthand how your gift will benefit others, we extend an open invitation for you to come and visit the Brightwell. Please call Victoria Hocquard on 01454 201686 or email victoria.hocquard@thebrightwell.org.uk How to find out more Please visit our website www.thebrightwell.org.uk Our blogs are a great place to start to get a real feel for what we have taking place www.thebrightwell.org.uk/blog You can also sign up to receive our Newsletters www.thebrightwell.org.uk/brightwell-newsletters Our Grateful Thanks On behalf of all the members, staff, volunteers and supporters at The Brightwell, we would like to pass on our heartfelt thanks for thinking about The Brightwell and taking the step in making a huge difference for the future of the Centre. Thank you.