The Need To Breathe Is Here
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Sioux Falls: Inside Midwest Hyperbarics' Grand Opening
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By Steve Schmidt | December 20, 2025
I could hear the buzz before I even walked in the door. The parking lot was full. People were streaming in from their cars, greeting one another, pointing at the building. Inside, over 100 people had packed into Midwest Hyperbarics for an open house that felt less like a clinic tour and more like a celebration — a coming-out party for what might be Sioux Falls' best-kept secret in healthcare.
And the secret? Hyperbaric oxygen therapy. A treatment that's been around for decades but has never had a true home in our city — until now.
What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)?
For the uninitiated — and I'll be honest, I was one of them before walking into this open house — hyperbaric oxygen therapy involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber. The increased pressure allows your lungs to gather significantly more oxygen than normal, which then floods your bloodstream and accelerates the body's natural healing processes. I'd heard of it before, sure. But in reality, I had no idea how many conditions HBOT could treat until I began speaking with the team at Midwest Hyperbarics.
Hyperbaric Treatment for Wound Healing & Amputation Prevention
This is where things got real for me. "Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a game-changer for healing and recovery," Dr. Daniel Todd told me. He owns and operates Midwest Hyperbarics alongside his wife, Nicole. "The science behind hyperbaric therapy is backed by years of research. We believe in the power of oxygen to heal and rejuvenate." But it was Nicole's stories that stopped me in my tracks.
"They had been dealing with it for so long, they were talking about amputations. Kind of a last-ditch effort — 'I don't want to lose my foot.' We've got several stories like that, and every time, I'm just in awe."Nicole Todd, Co-Owner, Midwest Hyperbarics
"Probably the most exciting thing is the wounds that people have been dealing with for three, four, five years," Nicole explained to me. "They finally come in, and they're good. Before they came in, they had been dealing with it for so long, they were talking about amputations." She paused. "And so, we've got several stories like that, and every time, I'm just in awe." Diabetic wound care. Chronic non-healing wounds. People who were told they'd lose a limb — now walking out with it still attached. That's not marketing speak. That's what's happening inside this Sioux Falls hyperbaric center.
Concussion Recovery & Athletic Performance in Sioux Falls
Wound healing isn't the only application. Athletes are discovering hyperbaric oxygen therapy for concussion recovery and performance optimization. The increased oxygen accelerates the body's natural repair mechanisms — which is why you're seeing professional sports teams invest in this technology. Now Sioux Falls has access to the same treatment.
Why Sioux Falls Needed a Hyperbaric Center
Here's what surprised me: HBOT isn't new. Major medical centers have offered it for years. But the gap in Sioux Falls meant patients had to travel — often hours — to access treatment. Think about that. If you're dealing with a chronic wound that needs 40 sessions, driving hours each way isn't just inconvenient. For many people, it's impossible. Midwest Hyperbarics changed that equation. And the community has clearly responded — the clinic has doubled its business in the past 12 months, driven largely by word of mouth. When you save someone's limb, they talk. When a local athlete returns to the field faster than anyone expected, coaches notice. The referrals started flowing.
The Sioux Falls Business Community Shows Up
I wasn't the only one walking through the open house taking notes. Matt Paulson, CEO of MarketBeat and a member of the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, was there checking things out. His take was straightforward: "For people that maybe have a wound that hasn't healed — this sounds like it's the place to go," Paulson told me. "They've got some really neat equipment and just sounds like they've got people who care. I think it's a great addition to the city."
"Today marks a significant milestone for our community and healthcare. This facility will serve as a beacon of hope for many."Dr. Daniel Todd, Owner, Midwest Hyperbarics
Brad Jans of Jans Corporation was there too, attending as a Diplomat for the Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce. His reaction made me laugh — and honestly, I related to it. "Honestly, what it made me think of was seeing Michael Jackson use one as a kid," Brad admitted. "I had no idea the breadth of healing capabilities that hyperbaric oxygen had. Saving limbs, wound care, concussion — I'm just truly in awe." Same, Brad. Same.
Inside Midwest Hyperbarics: A Family-Run Practice
What sets Midwest Hyperbarics apart isn't just the equipment or the treatment protocols. It's the way the Todds have approached building their business. They've launched a monthly podcast where they discuss the intricacies of hyperbaric medicine, the challenges and joys of running a family business, and their mission and commitment to the Sioux Falls community. It's part education, part transparency — a window into a medical practice that wants you to understand what they do and why it matters. Jada Hieb, a staff member at the clinic, captured the team's mindset perfectly: "Our center is dedicated to providing the best care for our patients. We're here to educate the community about the benefits of HBOT." "Together," she added, "we can make a difference in the lives of those who need it most."
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: What's Next for Sioux Falls
As the open house wound down and the crowd filtered out into the evening, I couldn't shake this feeling that something had shifted. Sioux Falls now has a legitimate hyperbaric center, run by people who clearly care about the work they're doing. For the patients who have already been through the doors — especially those who were told amputation was their only option — it's more than a milestone. It's a second chance.
Visit Midwest Hyperbarics in Sioux Falls, SD
Midwest Hyperbarics offers hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) for: - Diabetic wound healing - Chronic non-healing wounds - Concussion recovery - Athletic performance & recovery - Radiation injury treatment - And more.
