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States Expanding PTSD and TBI Treatment for Veterans - American Legislative Exchange Council
PTSD & Trauma (Google News) · April 28, 2025
In plain language
Many states, including Texas, are passing laws to help veterans access Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) for PTSD and brain injuries. This treatment involves breathing pure oxygen in a special pressurized chamber to help the brain heal and repair tissue. Recent studies show that this therapy can significantly reduce anxiety and trauma symptoms for veterans who have not found relief through traditional methods. Some states are even creating pilot programs to make these treatments more affordable for former service members.
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Key takeaways
- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy uses pressurized chambers and pure oxygen to help repair brain tissue and reduce trauma symptoms.
- A 2024 study found that 68% of veterans with combat-related PTSD showed significant improvement after receiving HBOT.
- Texas is among several states that have passed legislation to support HBOT pilot programs and long-term treatment plans.
- In one clinical study, 25% of veterans who received the therapy achieved complete remission from their PTSD symptoms.
- New federal legislation has been proposed to establish a national HBOT pilot program through the Department of Veterans Affairs.
States Expanding PTSD and TBI Treatment for Veterans American Legislative Exchange Council
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