Over 500 million people have been infected with COVID-19, and to date, more than 6 million people have died. Many individuals who have recovered from COVID-19 continue to experience symptoms even after they have been "cured" of the disease. This condition is known as post COVID-19 condition, which can have serious health consequences. A common symptom among these individuals is chronic fatigue, characterized by persistent tiredness or lack of energy. This study aims to explore a novel treatment for symptoms of post COVID-19 condition, known as hyperbaric oxygen therapy. This approach has shown promise in helping people with post COVID-19 conditions and treating some other causes of fatigue. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy involves placing patients in a small chamber where they receive high oxygen gas levels. However, this treatment is expensive and time-consuming, and it is unclear if this treatment can be effectively assessed in a large-scale research study. This small study will help us decide if conducting a large research study is feasible. The investigators aim to assess if hyperbaric oxygen therapy can improve symptoms of post COVID-19 condition, such as fatigue.
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Recruitment rate - referral
Timeframe: 9 months
Recruitment rate - inclusion
Timeframe: 9 months
Recruitment rate - consent
Timeframe: 9 months
Adherence to HBOT protocol
Timeframe: 9 months recruitment + 8 weeks treatment
Adherence to HBOT protocol - satisfaction
Timeframe: After last HBOT treatment and at 12 month follow-up
Feasibility of Clinical Outcome Measures
Timeframe: Up to 1 year after start of treatment