Routine maintenance of your child’s tracheostomy is essential to their health and safety. Routinely changing their trach greatly reduces the chance of infections and other complications like mucous plugs. The trach tube should be changed every two weeks. In this video, our specialists demonstrate how to safely change a trach tube so your child can remain safe and healthy.
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