NPWT (Wound Vac) Los Angeles County
Conveniently located to serve Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Kern Counties, with offices based in Pasadena and Paramount.
What is NPWT for wounds?
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT), also known as wound vac therapy, is a treatment that uses gentle suction to help a wound heal. A special device creates a vacuum over the wound through a sealed dressing. This helps remove fluid, reduce swelling, and promote faster healing.
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT):
A Simple Guide
Benefits of NPWT
- Speeds up healing
- Reduces swelling and drainage
- Helps close the wound
- Lowers the risk of infection
- Improves blood flow to the wound area
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Faster healing
- Less risk of infection
- Can be done at home or in a clinic
Cons:
- Can be uncomfortable at times
- May require regular dressing changes
- Not suitable for all wounds
- Equipment must be worn most of the day
Who would benefit from this therapy?
NPWT is helpful for patients with:
- Surgical wounds
- Pressure ulcers (bedsores)
- Diabetic foot ulcers
- Traumatic or deep wounds
- Wounds with heavy drainage
- Wounds that are slow to heal
Criteria to apply NPWT
- Wound must be clean and free from active infection
- Adequate blood flow to the area
- No exposed blood vessels or organs
- Patient can tolerate the therapy
- Medical provider determines if it is appropriate use
Length of treatment
Treatment length varies based on wound type and size. Most patients use NPWT for a few weeks to several months, depending on healing progress.
Types of wounds NPWT is used for
- Surgical incisions
- Chronic wounds
- Pressure ulcers
- Burns
- Trauma wounds
Who applies the NPWT?
Licensed wound care specialists and specialized wound care nurses trained in NPWT apply and manage the therapy.
How often is it changed?
Dressings are usually changed every 2–3 days, or more often
What does the procedure involve?
- The wound is cleaned and assessed.
- A foam or gauze dressing is placed inside the wound.
- A vacuum-sealed bandage is applied over it.
- A tube connects the dressing to the vacuum device.
- The device applies gentle suction to help the wound heal.
Where can NPWT be performed?
NPWT can be done in a clinic, hospital, nursing home, or even at home with trained support. We offer this service at our Pasadena and Paramount clinics, as well as through mobile services throughout California.
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At Family and Wound Care Solutions Inc., our mission is to provide affordable and quality medical services to all patients, regardless of their background or financial status.