An injury, particularly one resulting in a wound, can be especially painful and inconvenient. The right treatment can alleviate your pain and allow you to return to your daily routine. It can also enhance your appearance and self-confidence by minimizing wounds and scars.
Lakes Foot & Ankle uses Vaporox VHT, an innovative treatment designed for those with chronic wounds, to provide wound care. This non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment is ideal for treating a variety of different conditions. Below, we discuss this treatment and how it can benefit you.
What is Vaporox VHT?
Vaporox VHT is a low-frequency, non-contact, non-thermal treatment that uses hydrating vapor and oxygen generated by low-frequency ultrasound to promote healing. Vapors surround the wound and are absorbed into the tissue around it.
It is commonly used to treat chronic wounds caused by conditions like diabetes. For most patients, biweekly treatments are recommended and take less than an hour each. Your podiatrist can help you determine the ideal treatment schedule.
What Kinds of Wounds Can Vaporox Treat?
At Lakes Foot & Ankle, we use Vaporox VHT to treat a variety of wounds resulting from the following conditions, among others. Our podiatrists can help you determine if your condition could benefit from the use of Vaporox.
Diabetic Foot Ulcers
A diabetic foot ulcer is a sore, typically on the bottom of the foot, that commonly develops in people with diabetes. Treating these ulcers with Vaporox is an essential part of diabetic foot care.
Venous Leg Ulcers
Poor blood flow in the legs can result in chronic wounds known as venous leg ulcers. Vaporox can speed up healing these wounds, which are often slow to heal and affect one’s mobility.
Post-Surgical Wounds
After surgery, especially on the foot or ankle, you can be left with unattractive and painful wounds and scars. Vaporox can help you to better recover from surgery by healing your incisions.
Burns
Depending on the type of burn, a wound can be left behind, which can slow the healing process. Vaporox VHT can help you recover from severe burns by healing these wounds.
Frostbite
Michigan’s cold winters can lead to frostbite if one is exposed to the elements for too long. In more severe cases of frostbite, Vaporox can help to effectively heal the resulting wounds.
Gangrene
Along with diabetic foot ulcers, those with diabetes are susceptible to gangrene, a condition where tissue dies from a lack of blood supply. Vaporox has been proven to be an effective treatment for this condition.
Pressure Ulcers
Pressure ulcers occur when pressure cuts off the blood supply to the skin and are commonly found on the bottoms of one’s feet. Like other types of ulcers, Vaporox can be an effective treatment.
Injuries
Injuries can often result in wounds. For effective treatment, consider implementing Vaporox into your wound care plan. While we focus on sports injuries, Lakes Foot & Ankle can use this method to heal any injury.
How Long Does Vaporox Treatment Last?
With Vaporox, your treatment timeline may vary depending on your condition. However, most patients, around 84%, see results after having two sessions per week for about 20 weeks.
Your podiatrist can discuss specific timeframes and expected results with you as part of your initial consultation. To schedule your consultation for Vaporox VHT treatment, contact our team today.
Find Effective Wound Care at Lakes Foot & Ankle
Regardless of what your wound care needs are, Lakes Foot & Ankle can help you find the treatment you need to heal. We offer a variety of options, including Vaporox VHT, to best meet the needs of our patients. To learn more, contact us online or call (248) 453-2288 to schedule an initial consultation with one of our podiatrists.
Explore Your Wound Care Options With Lakes Foot & Ankle
When you’re suffering from chronic wounds, you want to find fast, effective healing. A podiatrist can help you explore your wound care options, including Vaporox. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Lakes Foot & Ankle Associates in Commerce Township, MI, at (248) 453-2288 or contact us online.
