Sitting Hyperbaric Chambers

QIs a sitting hyperbaric chamber as effective as a lying one?

Yes. Effectiveness comes from pressure level and oxygen concentration — not body position. A sitting chamber at 1.5 ATA delivers the same physiological response as a lying chamber at 1.5 ATA. If claustrophobia means you'd skip sessions in a lying chamber, the sitting format you actually use consistently will produce better results.

QWhat's the difference between OxyRevo, Newtowne, and Macy-Pan?

OxyRevo reaches up to 2.0 ATA and is CE-certified — best for clinical and serious home use. Newtowne is FDA-cleared, made in the USA, and runs at 1.3 ATA — the right choice when FDA clearance matters to your physician or facility. Macy-Pan is CE and ISO-certified, reaches 1.3–1.5 ATA, and is designed for home wellness. Not sure which fits your situation? Book a free consult.

QWhich sitting chambers fit two people?

Several models accommodate an adult and child together: OxyRevo Forward90 (90" × 47"), Newtowne C4-40 (40" × 9'), Newtowne Tent 54", and Macy-Pan MC4000 (double seated). Children require a caregiver inside and physician clearance before starting HBOT. The Space60 and Heal40 are single-occupant chambers.

QWhat is the maximum pressure of a soft sitting chamber?

Soft-shell construction tops out at 1.5 ATA. The OxyRevo Forward90 and Macy-Pan ST1700 reach 1.5 ATA with a 10 LPM concentrator upgrade. Newtowne soft chambers run at 1.3 ATA. If your protocol requires 2.0 ATA — standard for concussion recovery, chronic Lyme, wound healing, and most clinical applications — you need the OxyRevo Space60 or a hard-shell lying chamber.

QDo I need a prescription?

Yes. In the US, hyperbaric chambers are FDA Class II medical devices. A physician prescription is required to purchase — and a separate prescription for the oxygen concentrator. RecovAthlete can connect you with a telehealth provider to obtain your prescription quickly. Ask on your consult call.

QAre Newtowne chambers FDA-cleared? What about OxyRevo and Macy-Pan?

Newtowne Hyperbarics chambers are FDA-cleared Class II medical devices (510k #K051759) — made in the USA with a 20+ year safety record. OxyRevo and Macy-Pan are CE and ISO-certified to European and international standards, but not FDA-cleared for medical use in the US. They are sold for general wellness and home recovery. If your physician requires FDA clearance, choose a Newtowne model.

QIs the Space60 suitable for daily commercial use?

Yes — it's built for exactly that. Hard-shell stainless steel and polycarbonate construction, dual control panels, and built-in anion air purification handle back-to-back client sessions. All soft-shell models — Forward90, Heal40, and all Newtowne and Macy-Pan chambers — are rated for home and light wellness use, not daily commercial sessions.

QWhat room size do I need?

Plan for at least an 8' × 8' room for most soft-shell models, with space for the chamber, oxygen concentrator, and access room. The Space60 and larger Newtowne models (C4-40, Tent 54") need more clearance. All units run on standard household power. Call us and we'll confirm exact power and space requirements for any model before you order.