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Healing stubborn wounds with hyperbaric oxygenation

Hyperbaric oxygenation (HBOT) continues to be a game-changer in treating non-healing wounds, holding FDA approval for various stubborn wound types. OxyGeneration, a clinic supported by Irish Life Health Insurance, has showcased remarkable success stories, including the preservation of limbs due to their HBOT sessions.

Galway firm VERSONO Medical’s ground-breaking tech a success against vascular blockages

Galway-based VERSONO Medical is celebrating the success of a new pilot study which found its FastWire intravascular medical device to be hugely effective at enabling the treatment of the worst type of arterial blockages, reducing amputation in vulnerable patients threatened by sepsis caused by vascular disease.

Hyperbaric oxygenation - a crucial intervention for diabetic foot ulcers

In Ireland, a nation with approximately 300,000 people living with diabetes, the incidence of amputations among diabetic patients has reached a concerning level.

Hyperbaric oxygenation: a crucial intervention for diabetic foot ulcers

In Ireland, a nation with approximately 300,000 people living with diabetes, the incidence of amputations among diabetic patients has reached a concerning level. Reports indicate that 671 patients underwent amputations due to diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) last year, which not only results in life-altering consequences for individuals but also poses a significant economic burden on the healthcare system. These statistics emphasize the importance of implementing this evidence-based treatment to tackle this growing crisis.

Accelerated benefits of wound healing with hyperbaric oxygenation

Hyperbaric oxygenation is an effective and scientifically proven treatment for non-healing wounds.

Accelerated wound healing with hyperbaric oxygenation

Hyperbaric oxygenation is an effective and scientifically proven treatment for non-healing wounds. It works by exposing the person to increased levels of oxygen in a pressurised chamber, which facilitates the healing process. The increased pressure allows more oxygen to enter the bloodstream and reach damaged tissues, therefore promoting wound healing.

Diabetes Ireland encourages ongoing foot assessments amid amputation rise

Diabetes Ireland urges people with diabetes to be pro-active in looking after their feet and book a foot assessment with a podiatrist as diabetes related amputations remain high despite limited access to healthcare services during Covid times.

Put your feet first, urges diabetes charity

The only national charity for people with diabetes is urging people with the condition to book a foot assessment with a podiatrist.

Free treatments for Europeans visiting Ireland

Free hyperbaric oxygenation treatments are available at OxyGeneration under the European Union Cross-Border Healthcare Directive. Unfortunately, it Is only (outside of Ireland) European residents who can use OxyGeneration. Irish people have to go abroad under the directive if they cannot get a suitable appointment in the National Hyperbaric Medical Unit at UHG. Any medical professional in consultation with the patient can give a letter of referral, including a nurse, a dentist or doctor.

Private Hyperbaric oxygenation for tissue injury in the West of Ireland.

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Brian Lynch, a Galway based solicitor, who is part owner of OxyGeneration, a company providing private hyperbaric oxygenation, is an advocate of the treatment after suffering from a horse riding accident.

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