When healing needs a hand Aug 15, 2008
NMMC and Gilmore both have hyperbaric chambers in their wound care line-up. The chambers, originally developed to treat decompression sickness in divers, provide a high-pressure, oxygen-rich environment. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
YRMC Wound Care Center speeds up healing for patients Aug 4, 2008
The YRMC Wound Care Center is an outpatient, hospital-based service that features three hyperbaric chambers that heal problematic wounds. Hyperbaric oxygen treatment is a treatment in which the patient breathes 100 percent oxygen while enclosed in a pressurized acrylic chamber, which simulates being approximately 33 feet under water. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Oxygen Therapy Might Ease Pain Of Migraine, Cluster Headaches Jul 18, 2008
"However, the poor availability of hyperbaric chambers makes this an option only in a minority of health facilities. Most physicians treating headaches will continue to rely on established and emerging pharmacological options for treating and preventing acute attacks.". Estimates indicate that 6 percent to 7 percent of men and 15 percent to 18 percent of women suffer from severe migraine headaches, and cluster headaches effect about 0. (Science Daily)
Bioremedi Therapeutic Systems Inc Forges Strategic Relationship with Whitaker Wellness Institute Jul 18, 2008
Used in conjunction with the oxygen rich hyperbaric chambers at Whitaker Wellness, wound healing time is dramatically reduced. Solutions are available for both clinical and at-home use. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Environmental Tectonics out of compliance with another Amex regulation Jul 13, 2008
ETC makes flight simulators, simulation-based rides and training equipment, sterilizers and hyperbaric chambers. Reader Comments. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Center to offer fresh air for wound car Jun 21, 2008
A major part of the Wound Healing Center's medical abilities will come from the presence of a pair of hyperbaric chambers - fully enclosed, pressurized chambers that patients will be placed in for treatment ... Two hyperbaric chambers, which are due to be installed in the center in two to three weeks, were purchased at the cost of $150,000 each. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Retired Deputy Dies In Catalina Scuba Accident Jun 3, 2008
Hyperbaric chambers are used to treat divers for decompression sickness, also called the bends. Catalina is about 20 miles off the coast of Los Angeles County, about 80 miles northwest of San Diego. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Environmental Tectonics has at least another month on the AMEX Apr 23, 2008
The company's products include flight simulators, simulation-based rides and training equipment, hyperbaric chambers and sterilizers. Related Industry News. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Roll000005B4ins' return to Phils currently delayed Apr 17, 2008
John Smoltz, Owens, Plaxico Burress, Jeremy Shockey, Mario Lemieux are among the athletes who have used hyperbaric chambers, which are supposed to naturally speed up the healing process. Whatever works. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
FB | 'I just want a look': Taj Smith, 24, decided it was time to leave school for a chance at the NFL Apr 8, 2008
Thousands of miles away, prospects mold NFL-ready physiques in cushy Arizona or Florida retreats with professional staffs, five-star facilities, Plex programs and hyperbaric chambers. Others flash bowl-game credentials, championship rings and household names as advertisements for a promise at the next level. (Daily Orange, NY)
Environmental Tectonics playing part in Space Cruise Week Apr 1, 2008
It also makes hyperbaric chambers, sterilizers and environmental-testing products. Related Industry News. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Do they really think we are that stupid? Mar 25, 2008
Nowadays, it s like the commercial breaks are interrupted by the actual show and the commercials themselves are geared towards three-year-olds who have spent most of their young lives in hyperbaric chambers and are blissfully unaware of the world as it exists. How many of us watch a commercial and remember the bells and whistles but have no idea what product is being sold. (Holbrook Sun, MA)
Hyperbaric chambers opening nationwide Mar 8, 2008
The Hilton Head Island, S.C.-based company already has its hyperbaric chambers set up at two island health care centers. The company plans to open centers in Raleigh, N.C.; West Palm Beach, Fla. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Environmental Tectonics shareholder Lenfest offers to buy entire company Feb 25, 2008
ETC (AMEX:ETC), which makes flight simulators, simulation-based rides and training equipment, hyperbaric chambers and sterilizers, put out a release on the proposal at 12:13 p.m. EST. Its stock, which hadn't traded on Friday before the announcement, was up 31 percent to $2. 09 by 1:23 p.m. EST. At that price, Lenfest would have to spend $8. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Environmental Tectonics hires auditor Feb 7, 2008
The situation stemmed from ETC's need to restate earnings because of a contract dispute with the Navy over hyperbaric chambers it was to supply ... ETC makes hyperbaric chambers, sterilizers, environmental testing products and develops simulators used for flight and disaster-management training and for amusement park rides. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Saved by the dog Feb 6, 2008
" Brandon and Cierra were taken to Children's Hospital. John and Cindy Graziani went to UPMC Presbyterian, which has two hyperbaric chambers. Among numerous usages, the chambers are employed to reduce carbon monoxide blood levels; pure oxygen is pumped into the chamber, which is pressurized to 2.5 times normal atmospheric pressure. Unfortunately, there are some risks, including that of ear pain or rupture of the eardrum. None of the Grazianis -- both children were brought from Children's to... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Carbon monoxide patients return home to Alberta village Jan 26, 2008
Eight patients were airlifted or driven to the Misericordia, where they were treated in hyperbaric chambers that use high-pressure oxygento purge the deadlygas from the body. Police said they believe a car left idling overnight in the garage of the complex is to blame for the toxic fumes seeping into the building. (CBC.ca)
Cost dictates location of burn centers Jan 6, 2008
Both Westchester and Syracuse have hyperbaric chambers to treating victims of burns and smoke inhalation. The pressurized chambers deliver high levels of oxygen to patients. (Albany Times Union)
Environmental Tectonics sells devices to Comprehensive Healthcare Dec 29, 2007
s BioMedical Division said Thursday it has sold two one-person hyperbaric chambers to for an undisclosed price. The chambers provide the people inside them with oxygen at a pressure greater than that of the atmosphere and are used for therapy and to help deep-sea divers who have surfaced too quickly. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
ETC announces $1.5M in contracts Nov 28, 2007
In addition to sterilizers, it makes simulators used for training and rides, hyperbaric chambers and environmental testing products. Related Industry News. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Environmental Tectonics Corporation Reports It Will Restate Prior Financial Statements and That It Is in Non-Compliance with Its Bank Agreement and Subordinated Debt Agreement Nov 21, 2007
ETC designs, develops, installs and maintains aircrew training systems (aeromedical, tactical combat and general), disaster management training systems and services, entertainment products, sterilizers (steam and gas), environmental testing products, hyperbaric chambers and related products for domestic and international customers. This press release may include forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 as amended, and Section 21E of the... (PR Newswire)
Up and coming method Oct 19, 2007
Athletes have commonly used hyperbaric chambers, which in contrast increase the amount of oxygen in a sealed area to aid injury recovery. After purchasing a customized altitude unit this summer for $41,700, Marquette became the first college basketball team in the country to integrate the hypoxic chamber into its training regimen, following the lead of professional sports franchises such as the Green Bay Packers, Detroit Pistons, Miami Heat, and Phoenix Suns. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Patients can breathe easier with chamber Sep 26, 2007
Two hyperbaric chambers high-pressure oxygen tanks arrived Tuesday morning at the hospital's Wound Healing Center, offering a new treatment option for wounds that won't heal, said Debra Mizelle, wound center program director ... Debra Mizelle, program director for the Wound Healing Center at PCMH, explains the benefits of the hyperbaric chambers ... Plans call for it to house two more hyperbaric chambers in the future. (The Daily Reflector)
Environmental Tectonics upgrading firefighter training site Sep 25, 2007
It makes simulators for training and rides, sterilizers, environmental testing products and hyperbaric chambers. sba2007 { width:604px; border:3px solid #ccc9be; background:#fff; margin:15px 0 5px 0; padding:0; } #sba2007 h3 { margin:0; font:bold 15px/15px arial; text-transform:none; padding:6px 10px; background:#f1ede2; color:#900; display:block; } #sba_inner {margin:6px 10px 6px 10px; font:normal 12px arial; float:left;} #sba_inner p {margin:0 0 5px 0; font:normal 13px arial;} #sba_inner p a... (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Would-be space tourists to train in Phila. area Sep 2, 2007
It also makes hyperbaric chambers. The London-based Virgin brand includes airlines, train travel, balloon flights, books, media and wine. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Former cable magnate increases stake in Environmental Tectonics Aug 30, 2007
makes hyperbaric chambers and simulation systems used for training, testing and rides. Lenfest is the former head of cable-TV company Equally owned by the Lenfest family and AT&T Corp., it was bought for $7. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Second PPH wound care center offers pressurized-oxygen treatment Aug 19, 2007
Tim Barret, of Vista, watches televison as he and Escondido resident Terry Voeks receive treatment in Sechrist 3300 E hyperbaric chambers at the Palomar Pomarado Health Wound Care Center in San Marcos on Friday ... Hyperbaric Technician Millie Santiago adjusts the controls as patients Tim Barret, of Vista, left, and Escondido resident Terry Voeks receive treatment in Sechrist 3300 E hyperbaric chambers at the Palomar Pomarado Health Wound Care Center in San Marcos on Friday ... Housed in the... (North County Times)
Environmental Tectonics facing possible delisting Jul 19, 2007
ETC makes hyperbaric chambers and simulation systems used for training, testing and rides. Extra. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Notes: Street 'encouraged' by strength Jun 30, 2007
NEW YORK -- Huston Street talked about chiropractors, hyperbaric chambers, homeopathic injections, lasers and frequency-specific microcurrents. None is the kind of topic typically bandied about in the bowels of Yankee Stadium, where the A's opened a three-game series on Friday. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Two Harbors residents too secluded May 13, 2007
USC operates one of the region's only hyperbaric chambers used by divers to safely decompress on the island, and currently has only enough stored air to treat one diver. Operators have sent out word to divers to use extra caution. (Los Angeles Times)
Cap AFL clubs' spending: St Kilda boss Apr 21, 2007
"It's like any pressure point, it's gone somewhere else, the spend has gone to the football department side, we've got more doctors and physios and coaches and hyperbaric chambers," he said. 2007 Brought to you by. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Merging hospitals a critical move Apr 15, 2007
There are also two hyperbaric chambers at Community, used to speed healing of burns and certain other wounds. UMC had only one chamber. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
• Silent patients -- Her experience, his loss of faith led to opening of autism clinic Apr 15, 2007
"So they talked, and Brown read, and he came to believe that traditional medicine didn't hold all the answers. In the meantime he was losing his job because his board certification was in internal medicine and not emergency medicine, and there was a push to use only emergency-certified doctors. In the meantime, many people had been telling Sparks that she should start a center for autistic children.And that's what they did.The center opened last June at 9612 S. Franklin Drive, and already,... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Wound Healing Center saves trips to Birmingham Mar 26, 2007
Hyperbaric chambers have been approved for use in treating these wounds, forcing oxygen to the area to speed healing while the patient lies in the chamber. Brown took the inaugural treatment in one of the Wound Center's two hyperbaric chambers. (Shoals TimesDaily)
New clinic treats diabetic wounds, prevents amputations Mar 22, 2007
Toronto businessman and philanthropist Aubrey Dan donated $350,000 to fund the purchase of the three state-of-the-art hyperbaric chambers for the centre, which is named in honor of his mother Judy Dan. From the age of 18, Judy Dan struggled with the lifestyle challenges that go hand in hand with Type 1 diabetes and endured a series of amputations prior to her death in 1995. (Canada Newswire)
Carbon monoxide sends five to hospitals Feb 17, 2007
They were flown out to three other hospitals which have hyperbaric chambers to pump oxygen into their systems, Dubbs said. Chambersburg police and fire received assistance from Fayetteville, Pleasant Hall and West Shore EMS ambulance units, Franklin Fire Co.. (Waynesboro Record Herald, PA)
Hyperbaric Chambers in Capital Region Feb 9, 2007
There are hospitals in the Capital Region that own hyperbaric chambers but they can't use them to treat victims of carbon monoxide poisoning. The hyperbaric chambers deliver 100 percent oxygen to a patient's blood vessels ... Alvaro says, "Anybody, for example, who has diabetes and has developed an ulceration because of the diabetes, people with arterial problems, people with radiation tissue damage if they've had cancer years ago." Patients using the hyperbaric chambers will go through between... (FOX23 News, NY)
Has this man dispensed medical treatment to Terrell Owens and other top athletes while practicing without a license? Mike Fish investigates. Jan 30, 2007
He pauses often to demonstrate the electrical machines -- with names such as Electro Acuscope and Myopulse, and High-beam Therapeutic Laser -- and hyperbaric chambers spread throughout a half dozen or so treatment rooms ... " Sloan's practice draws from a substantial number of athletes, principally NFL players, who make the Atlanta area their offseason home or who played college football in the South. Another draw, apparently, is his affiliation with the Hyperbaric Therapy Center, which lists... (ESPN -- Football)
Pa. company selling hyperbaric chambers to hospital Jan 1, 2007
company selling hyperbaric chambers to hospital - Philadelphia Business Journal ... company selling hyperbaric chambers to hospital ... said Tuesday its has been contracted to deliver three hyperbaric chambers to a Long Island, N.Y., hospital. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
He's glib, funny and hip Oct 6, 2006
getting hammered with the fact that if you have everything in the world, what you end up doing with it is buying corpses and building hyperbaric chambers it's all pretty deadening and saddening. I'm kind of glad to have a break from it. (The Palm Beach Post)
All clubs to have same facilities: AFL Sep 19, 2006
That means the cash-strapped Western Bulldogs and Kangaroos will soon benefit from the sort of facilities that rich clubs like Adelaide enjoy, with state-of-the art gyms, hyperbaric chambers to assist in recovery from injury and advanced knowledge in sports science. The clubs are limited to the same salary cap and many observers believe advanced training facilities are one of the factors behind the differences in on-field success between some Victorian clubs and their counterparts in WA and SA.. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Panthers Aftermath: Panthers vs. Falcons Sep 15, 2006
- proved, once again, that even hyperbaric chambers have no effect on concussions. - The receiving corps has great downfield speed but lacks quickness - the kind of game-breaking quickness possesses. (PantherInsider.com)
Environmental Tectonics Corp. Sep 13, 2006
ETC (AMEX: ETC) designs, makes and maintains flight simulators, rides, process simulation systems, environmental testing and simulation systems, and hyperbaric chambers. It is based in Southampton, Pa. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Construction begins on wound-care center in Tucson Sep 10, 2006
The center at will comprise 7,500 square feet and contain six hyperbaric chambers and four wound-care procedure rooms. The hyperbaric treatment will target healing, particularly those non-healing wounds in diabetic patients. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
The more things change Aug 1, 2006
I use hyperbaric chambers. I do a ton of things to take care of my body. (GiantInsider.net)
Profiting From 9/11? Jun 15, 2006
going right back to Hyperbaric chambers and the Elephant Man s bones are all part of a well-choreographed game to keep the public interested in his fading celebrity. Natalie Cole and Chaka Khan are among those who are said to be possibly participating in Monday night s music program for the late Billy Preston, although they may think twice when they read this story. (Fox News -- Life)
Loss widens for Environmental Tectonics May 27, 2006
ETC designs, makes and maintains flight simulators, rides, process simulation systems, environmental testing and simulation systems, and hyperbaric chambers. The company saw sales of all products except sterilizers made at its Southampton, Pa. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
USOC making 'em shape up May 23, 2006
Hyperbaric chambers, which are believed to help athletes in endurance sports boost their blood's oxygen-carrying ability, could be the next item on WADA's banned list. What the agency has to do is determine whether the chambers are indeed performance-enhancing (WADA's ethics committee says they're ``contrary to the spirit of sport") and whether the test for telltale higher hematocrit levels is sufficiently reliable . . . Why won't Justin Gatlin and Asafa Powell, the world's co-fastest humans at... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
WADA pressures FIFA to comply with doping code May 12, 2006
On another issue, Pound said WADA will consider whether to ban the use of hyperbaric chambers, which artificially simulate high altitude conditions and raise the level of oxygen-rich red blood cells ... WADA will rule this weekend whether to include hyperbaric chambers on the draft list of banned substances and methods for 2007. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
WADA may move to ban altitude-simulating tents May 12, 2006
The ethics committee of the World Anti-Doping Agency says athletes who raise their red blood cell count by using tents that simulate high-altitude conditions or hyperbaric chambers are getting an artificial boost and WADA may make it a banned practice. The use of the tents previously thought a more natural way to raise oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood than administering EPO (erythropoietin) is a method Canadian medal-winning athletes have used for several years, including Olympic... (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Poison recovery a challenge Jan 15, 2006
In more severe cases, patients are often treated in hyperbaric chambers, which forces pressurized oxygen into the body to fight carbon monoxide poisoning. Enter your email address to be the first to know when big local and national news happens with our Breaking News email alerts. (AZCentral -- News)
Doctors: Carbon monoxide effects can vary Jan 13, 2006
In more severe cases, patients are often treated in hyperbaric chambers, which forces pressurized oxygen into the body to fight carbon monoxide poisoning. McCloy was treated in a hyperbaric chamber last week at Pittsburgh's Allegheny General Hospital. (MSNBC -- Health)
