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Hyperbaric oxygen · Terrigal, Central Coast
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Terrigal.
A seated, side-entry CellRegen hard-shell chamber at up to 2.0 ATA, at 57 Terrigal Drive on the Central Coast. Pressure, frequency and suitability are individually prescribed by Dr Sara.
The chamber
Not all HBOT chambers are the same.
We researched extensively before choosing ours, a spacious chamber with an oversized window, so you never feel confined the way older, tighter chambers can. It’s a seated, side-entry hard-shell chamber chosen for comfort and easy access.
ChamberCellRegen hard-shell. Seated, side-entry, with an oversized window.
PressureUp to 2.0 ATA. Your level is prescribed by Dr Sara.
Session length60 minutes, including compression and decompression. Extended sessions of 1 hour 25 minutes also available.
Ages12 years and up.
What to wearLoose, comfortable 100% cotton clothing, avoid synthetic fabrics. Remove jewellery, makeup and hair products before your session.
How it works
More oxygen, delivered under pressure.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy works by increasing the oxygen dissolved in your blood plasma under pressure, helping deliver it more effectively throughout the body.
HBOT is an established medical therapy for specific approved conditions, and research is exploring wider uses, though the evidence isn’t equally strong for every goal. That’s why every protocol at CELL starts with an assessment, and why Dr Sara won’t prescribe sessions just because they’re available.
Your session
What happens in a session.
01
Getting settled
Our team runs through anything in your health screening that needs a quick check. You’ll get your own mask for the oxygen, sit comfortably in the chamber and practise equalising your ears before the door is sealed.
02
Pressurisation
The chamber gradually increases in pressure over several minutes, up to your prescribed level. You may feel fullness in your ears, similar to flying. We’ll guide you through equalising, and it usually settles within the first 5 to 10 minutes.
03
The main session
Once at pressure, you breathe oxygen for the bulk of your session. You can relax, rest, listen to music or simply switch off. Most people find it calm and restful.
04
Decompression and after
Towards the end, pressure gradually eases back to normal over several minutes. Then the door opens and you can go straight back to your day, with no recovery time needed.
Before you book
Is it right for you?
Please tell us before booking if you:
- have a cold, sinus congestion, or an ear or sinus infection (now or in the last 2 weeks)
- have any history of collapsed lung (pneumothorax), or recent chest or ear surgery
- have a seizure disorder
- are unwell with a high fever or viral infection
- are pregnant or could be pregnant
- have a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device
- experience claustrophobia
- have a cancer diagnosis or are undergoing cancer treatment
Before your session
- Avoid alcohol and smoking for 24 hours beforehand
- Come well hydrated, and go to the bathroom before you start
- Wear loose, 100% cotton clothing
- Leave phones, watches, electronics, lighters and anything flammable outside the chamber
- No makeup, perfume, hair products, wigs or hairpieces
Some people need medical clearance first, or may not be suitable. Your assessment with Dr Sara covers this, and first-time clients complete a health screening before their first session.
Pricing
Single sessions and packs.
Each pack price is per session, with the pack total beneath it. All prices include GST. 5-packs are valid for 6 months and 10- and 20-packs for 12 months from purchase.
Memberships: HBOT is included in CELL Restore (2 sessions a month), CELL Thrive, CELL Elite and CELL Family (4 a month) and CELL Longevity (1 a month). Compare memberships.
New to CELL? The $159 CELL Experience includes a hyperbaric oxygen session, plus red light, infrared sauna, ice bath and a full InBody 970 body scan. See the CELL Experience.
Questions
Hyperbaric oxygen FAQs.
What happens during a session?
You sit in the chamber as pressure gradually increases. You might feel fullness in your ears, similar to flying. We’ll show you how to equalise. The pressure holds for your session time, then eases back down.
What’s the purpose of the increased pressure?
It allows more oxygen to dissolve into your blood plasma, increasing oxygen availability to tissues. HBOT is an established medical therapy for specific approved conditions, and research is exploring wider uses, though the evidence isn’t equally strong for every goal.
How long is a session?
A standard session is 60 minutes, including compression and decompression. Extended sessions of 1 hour 25 minutes are also available.
How much does hyperbaric oxygen therapy cost?
A single 60-minute session is $150, or less per session in a 5, 10 or 20-pack. HBOT is also included in most CELL memberships.
Is CELL’s chamber easy to get into?
Yes. It’s a seated, side-entry hard-shell chamber chosen for comfort and easy access. Suitability still depends on your mobility, health and ability to follow ear-equalising instructions.
How many sessions might I need?
Entirely dependent on your goal and health. Research suggests best outcomes are generally seen between 20–60 sessions for many goals, but Dr Sara won’t prescribe sessions just because they’re available.
What are the risks or reasons a session might stop?
Ear or sinus discomfort, temporary vision changes, claustrophobia, low blood sugar in susceptible people, and rarely, more serious pressure- or oxygen-related complications. We pause or stop a session if anything doesn’t feel right.
Who might need medical clearance, or not be suitable?
People with certain lung conditions, ear or sinus problems, acute illness, high blood pressure, cardiac disease, cancer or cancer therapy, poorly controlled diabetes, pregnancy or recent procedures. An untreated pneumothorax is an absolute contraindication.
Where is CELL Performance Lab?
57 Terrigal Drive, Terrigal NSW 2260, on the Central Coast, alongside Align & Activate. Call 02 4317 3288.
More questions? See the full FAQ.
Terrigal, Central Coast
Ready to try hyperbaric oxygen?
Book a session directly, or start with an assessment and Dr Sara will prescribe the pressure, frequency and number of sessions that suit you.
Got a question? Call 02 4317 3288 or send us a message.
