Tracheostomy Care
24x7 care for Tracheostomy patients
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Core Principles of Tracheostomy Care
Tracheostomy establishes an alternative breathing channel when the regular airway is hindered, either in part or entirely.
Speech Therapy
Specialist Consultations
Bedside Training
Psychology and Emotional Wellbeing
Nutrition and Swallow Therapy
Tracheostomy Tube Changing and Care
Specialist consultations
Continuous monitoring
Tracheostomy care protocols
Prevent recurrences & complications
Improved overall quality of life
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Aspects of Tracheostomy Care at HCAH
At HCAH, our individualized care strategies are orchestrated by a team of diverse specialists:
It's vital to keep the site uncontaminated and free from potential infections. Regular inspections and upkeep are fundamental.
Dry air can lead to complications and discomfort. We ensure the right balance of humidity and moisture for the patient's ease.
Tracheostomy can influence one's ability to speak. Our team provides techniques and support to aid patients in effective communication.
Post-tracheostomy, eating can pose challenges. We offer guidance and training to ensure patients can intake food without complications.
Reasons for Opting for a Tracheostomy
- To circumvent an obstructed upper respiratory tract
- To efficiently remove excess secretions from the respiratory passage
- To facilitate the safe and direct delivery of oxygen to the lungs
Why Choose HCAH for Tracheostomy Patients?
Your well-being and recovery journey are our utmost priority. With HCAH, you benefit from over a century of combined healthcare expertise. We are recognized as India’s premier out-of-hospital care provider.
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Our roster comprises seasoned doctors, nurses, and therapists, each bringing years of expertise to the table.
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What is Tracheostomy?
A tracheostomy is a surgical opening made in the front of the neck into the trachea (windpipe) to help patients breathe when the natural airway is blocked or comprom......Read More
What is a Tracheostomy?
A tracheostomy is a surgical opening made in the front of the neck into the trachea (windpipe) to help patients breathe when the natural airway is blocked or compromised.
A tube is inserted through this opening to allow airflow and manage secretions.
This procedure may be:
This procedure may be:
- Emergency: To relieve sudden airway obstruction (e.g., trauma, infection, or swelling).
- Elective: For patients who need prolonged ventilator support or long-term airway management.
Who Needs a Tracheostomy?
Tracheostomy is often recommended when patients have serious airway or breathing difficulties, such as:
- Airway obstruction from tumors, swelling, or trauma.
- Prolonged ventilation (typically more than 14 days in critical care).
- Chronic respiratory failure (e.g., COPD, ALS, or muscular dystrophy).
- Excessive secretions requiring frequent suctioning (pulmonary toilet).
- Critical care patients needing long-term airway support.
- Cancer patients with head and neck tumors affecting breathing.
- Neurological patients with weak breathing muscles.
- Trauma patients with severe head, neck, or chest injuries.
Tracheostomy Care: What It Involves
Caring for a tracheostomy is essential to keep the airway open and avoid complications.
Key aspects of tracheostomy care include:
Key aspects of tracheostomy care include:
- Stoma & site care: Cleaning around the surgical opening with sterile techniques to prevent infection.
- Tube management: Ensuring the tracheostomy tube is clean, secure, and functioning properly.
- Suctioning: Clearing secretions regularly to maintain airway patency.
- Humidification: Preventing secretions from becoming dry and thick.
- Communication support: Helping patients use speaking valves, writing tools, or other aids.
Why Proper Tracheostomy Care is Critical
Without proper care, patients face risks such as:
- Blocked airway (tube obstruction).
- Infections around the stoma.
- Bleeding or accidental tube displacement.
- Breathing difficulties and hospital readmissions.
Tracheostomy Care at HCAH
At HCAH Rehabilitation & Recovery Centres, we provide specialised in-patient rehabilitation for patients with tracheostomies. This setting ensures:
- 24/7 medical supervision and monitoring.
- Multidisciplinary care (doctors, physiotherapists, speech therapists, nutritionists, psychologists).
- Advanced equipment to support airway management and faster recovery.
- Comprehensive therapy to help patients regain strength, communication, and independence.
- Perform tracheostomy tube care and suctioning.
- Maintain hygiene and monitor for warning signs.
- Train caregivers on handling emergencies safely.
Why Choose HCAH for Tracheostomy Care?
- Expert Nurses: Trained in airway and critical care.
- Rehab Centre Advantage: Holistic recovery with physiotherapy, speech therapy, and nutritional care.
- Nationwide Network: Centres in Delhi NCR, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Kolkata.
- Patient-Centred Approach: Focus on safety, dignity, and long-term recovery.
Call to Action
If you or a loved one has a tracheostomy, expert care is vital for recovery and safety.
Contact HCAH today to book in-patient tracheostomy rehabilitation or request nursing support at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Multiple situations may call for a Tracheostomy:
- Any medical condition that necessitates the use of a breathing machine for more than one/two weeks
- Medical issues that block your airway: vocal cord paralysis or throat cancer
- Paralysis, neurological problems, or other conditions that make it difficult to cough up secretions from the throat
- Preparation for a major head or neck surgery to assist breathing during recovery
- Acute trauma to the head or neck obstructing breathing
- Other emergencies where breathing is obstructed or intubation has failed
Yes. Our expert will assess the severity of your condition and suggest what suits best for your specific needs: the tracheostomy care program at home or the HCAH care center
For most conditions, a tracheostomy tube will be kept as long as your normal airway passage is partially or completely blocked. When tracheostomy is no longer needed, the tube will be replaced with a smaller tube and then gradually removed.
For a few long-term conditions, tracheostomy is permanent.
For a few long-term conditions, tracheostomy is permanent.
There are only a few indications in which COVID-19 patients are intubated with a tracheostomy tube. The most common such conditions are Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, followed by failure to wean off ventilator support, and post-extracorporeal membrane oxygenation decannulation.
Source: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32541213/
Source: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32541213/
At HCAH, the patients are managed by a multidisciplinary team of specialists:
- A respiratory therapist monitors the tracheostomy patients, and the nursing team
- We have specially trained, experienced, and skilled nurses for the expert management of tracheostomy cases
- A specialist doctor is available 24x7
- We have single occupancy, A.C. rooms to prevent cross infection
- HCAH adheres to hospital-like infection control policies and standards.
At HCAH, the patients are managed by a multidisciplinary team of specialists:
- A respiratory therapist monitors the tracheostomy patients, and the nursing team
- We have specially trained, experienced, and skilled nurses for the expert management of tracheostomy cases
- A specialist doctor is available 24x7
- We have single occupancy, A.C. rooms to prevent cross infection
- HCAH adheres to hospital-like infection control policies and standards.
Tracheostomy care involves:
- Hand hygiene and wearing gloves.
- Suctioning the tracheostomy tube to remove mucus and secretions.
- Cleaning the skin around the stoma with mild soap and water.
- Changing the dressing around the tracheostomy site.
- Inspecting the stoma for signs of infection or irritation.
- Changing the tracheostomy tube as recommended.
- Changing the tracheostomy tube as recommended.
- Ensuring humidification to prevent mucus buildup.
The first step of tracheostomy care is ensuring proper hand hygiene by washing hands thoroughly with soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, followed by wearing clean gloves. This step is crucial to prevent infections and ensure the safety of the patient.
The two primary types of suctioning are:
- Oropharyngeal Suctioning: This involves removing secretions from the back of the throat using a suction catheter, typically when the patient cannot clear secretions by coughing.
- Endotracheal or Tracheostomy Suctioning: This involves inserting a suction catheter into the tracheostomy or endotracheal tube to remove secretions from the airway.
The purpose of tracheostomy care is to maintain a patent airway, prevent infections, ensure the cleanliness and integrity of the tracheostomy site, minimize complications, and promote optimal respiratory function for the patient.
Suctioning in tracheostomy refers to the procedure of removing mucus, secretions, and foreign materials from the tracheostomy tube and the airway using a suction catheter. This ensures that the airway remains clear, preventing respiratory complications and facilitating better breathing.
The four major indications for tracheostomy are:
- Airway Obstruction: Due to tumors, trauma, or severe infections.
- Prolonged Mechanical Ventilation: For patients who require extended ventilatory support.
- Pulmonary Toilet: To facilitate removal of secretions in patients with ineffective cough or excessive secretions.
- Protection of the Airway: In patients at risk of aspiration due to impaired consciousness or swallowing disorders.
Tracheostomy patients are typically cared for by a multidisciplinary team that may include respiratory therapists, nurses, pulmonologists, otolaryngologists, speech therapists, and physical therapists. In the home setting, trained caregivers or family members may also provide care under the guidance of healthcare professionals.
Essential emergency equipment for a tracheostomy includes:
- A spare tracheostomy tube of the same size and one size smaller.
- A suction machine with catheters.
- Oxygen supply with a delivery system.
- Ambu bag (bag-valve-mask).
- Sterile saline or water for humidification.
- Basic resuscitation equipment, including oral and nasal airways.
