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The principle of adaptation to oxygen<\/h4>\n

When oxygen availability is temporarily reduced, the body activates a series of adaptive responses. IHHT applies this principle through brief, controlled exposures alternating with hyperoxic recovery phases.<\/p>\n

The hypoxic phase provides the adaptive stimulus, while the subsequent hyperoxic phase supports recovery. This alternation is repeated during the session according to defined parameters tailored to the individual response. The method is performed under normobaric conditions and therefore does not require a hyperbaric chamber. 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The method can therefore be used during recovery after surgery, hospitalisation, trauma or a period of immobilisation, as well as in sports rehabilitation and programmes for people with reduced aerobic capacity, fatigue or decreased exercise tolerance. 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During the session, cycles of controlled hypoxia alternate with hyperoxic recovery intervals. The treatment includes an initial adaptation phase and a final stabilisation phase under normoxic conditions.<\/p>\n

Under the protocol proposed for Melittaklinik, a single session generally lasts 30\u201345 minutes. The programme may extend over 4\u20138 weeks, usually with 2\u20133 sessions per week, potentially combined with supervised light exercise. Duration, frequency and intensity are always tailored to the individual response.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”none” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”5%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all” min_width=”47vh”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” enable_border_animation=”true”][split_line_heading line_reveal_by_space_text_effect=”default” font_style=”h5″ content_alignment=”default” mobile_content_alignment=”inherit” animation_type=”line-reveal-by-space” link_target=”_self” text_content=”Continuous monitoring during treatment” text_direction=”default” max_width=”700″][\/split_line_heading][split_line_heading line_reveal_by_space_text_effect=”default” font_style=”h2″ content_alignment=”default” mobile_content_alignment=”inherit” animation_type=”line-reveal-by-space” link_target=”_self” text_content=”Safety begins with clinical assessment” text_direction=”default” max_width=”700″][\/split_line_heading][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”none” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”5%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”small_desktop” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]At Melittaklinik, IHHT is administered in a healthcare setting. 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Different programmes, a personalised approach<\/h4>\n

IHHT can be integrated into various rehabilitation programmes.<\/p>\n

In post-hospital recovery, it can support patients who experience muscular deconditioning, fatigue, reduced aerobic capacity or lower exercise tolerance following surgery, prolonged hospitalisation or a period of immobilisation. In orthopaedic and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, it can complement post-prosthetic, post-fracture, post-ligament and post-arthroscopy programmes, as well as programmes for conditions characterised by physical deconditioning.<\/p>\n

In sports rehabilitation, it can be used during recovery from injury or surgery, after periods of immobilisation or detraining, and during the gradual return to sporting activity. The scientific research reviewed as part of the Melittaklinik project also considers applications of IHHT in cardiology, metabolic medicine and geriatrics. Its suitability must, however, always be assessed on the basis of the individual\u2019s clinical condition.<\/p>\n

Not a stand-alone therapy, but part of the recovery programme<\/h5>\n

The Melittaklinik method applied to IHHT<\/h3>\n

The value of IHHT lies not only in the technology used, but also in how it is incorporated into the therapeutic programme. At Melittaklinik, it can be integrated with physiotherapy, therapeutic exercise, physical and rehabilitation medicine, and any other specialist expertise required, with functional goals being defined and the response to treatment reviewed over time. This keeps the focus on the individual rather than on a single treatment: each protocol is incorporated into a programme designed around individual needs, abilities and goals.<\/p>\n

Regaining capacity, energy and independence<\/h5>\n

Support for returning to everyday life<\/h3>\n

The outcomes considered in IHHT protocols include aerobic capacity, exercise tolerance, fatigue, neuromuscular recovery and perceived quality of life. The programme can be monitored using parameters and functional tests, allowing the team to track the patient\u2019s progress over time and adjust the programme when necessary. The objective remains the one that guides Melittaklinik\u2019s entire rehabilitation approach: to support each person in regaining the greatest possible degree of independence and functional capacity.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_content” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#FFFFFF” scene_position=”center” left_padding_desktop=”5%” constrain_group_2=”yes” right_padding_desktop=”5%” left_padding_phone=”0″ constrain_group_6=”yes” right_padding_phone=”0″ constrain_group_8=”yes” text_color=”light” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” disable_element=”yes” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”padding-5-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” top_margin=”8%” constrain_group_1=”yes” bottom_margin=”8%” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#6AB3C7″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”50px” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” content_layout=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bottom_padding=”5%” left_padding_desktop=”2%” constrain_group_2=”yes” right_padding_desktop=”2%” bottom_padding_phone=”0″ left_padding_phone=”0″ right_padding_phone=”0″ text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”4\/5″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][split_line_heading line_reveal_by_space_text_effect=”default” font_style=”h5″ content_alignment=”default” mobile_content_alignment=”inherit” animation_type=”line-reveal-by-space” link_target=”_self” text_content=”Sleep and health specialists” text_direction=”default”][\/split_line_heading][split_line_heading line_reveal_by_space_text_effect=”default” font_style=”h2″ content_alignment=”default” mobile_content_alignment=”inherit” animation_type=”line-reveal-by-space” link_target=”_self” text_content=”The sleep medicine department and team” text_direction=”default”][\/split_line_heading][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Leading our specialised and highly skilled team, Prof. Dr. Nikolaus Netzer has extensive experience in sleep medicine. Having headed several university sleep laboratories in both Germany and the United States, Prof. Netzer has developed considerable expertise in this field.<\/span><\/p>\n

The care provided by the Melittaklinik Sleep Medicine Center is based on the latest scientific evidence. To ensure the most effective treatment possible, our team adopts advanced solutions and also actively participates in clinical studies.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/5″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” content_layout=”default” gradient_type=”default” offset=”vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” column_margin=”20px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all” class=”responsabili”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-5-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#434343″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” content_layout=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n

Head of Department<\/h3>\n

Nikolaus Netzer
\nPetra Waldner<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-5-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#434343″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” content_layout=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n

Assistants<\/h3>\n

Mariana Mocanu
\nLaura Capobianco<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” column_margin=”20px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”10%” left_padding_desktop=”2%” constrain_group_2=”yes” right_padding_desktop=”2%” left_padding_phone=”0″ right_padding_phone=”0″ text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” content_layout=”default” gradient_type=”default”][split_line_heading line_reveal_by_space_text_effect=”default” font_style=”h5″ content_alignment=”default” mobile_content_alignment=”inherit” animation_type=”line-reveal-by-space” link_target=”_self” text_content=”Sleeping is an everyday experience; sleeping better can bring about a genuine transformation” text_direction=”default”][\/split_line_heading][split_line_heading line_reveal_by_space_text_effect=”default” font_style=”h2″ content_alignment=”default” mobile_content_alignment=”inherit” animation_type=”line-reveal-by-space” link_target=”_self” text_content=”Prioritise the quality of your rest” text_direction=”default” max_width=”700″][\/split_line_heading][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default” max_width=”800″]Taking care of your rest is just as important as looking after every other aspect of your health. 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However, the frequency, duration and characteristics of the treatment are adapted to the patient’s condition and individual response.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”h4″ heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Which rehabilitation programmes can include IHHT?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]IHHT can be integrated into post-hospital recovery, orthopaedic and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and sports rehabilitation programmes. It can provide support, for example, following surgery or periods of immobilisation, or in cases of physical deconditioning, fatigue and reduced exercise tolerance. 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