# Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy WoundRX Technology Gives New Hope for Chronic Wounds By Michael Plishka | Published 2009-04-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-hope-for-chronic-wounds-woundrx-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy References: [woundrx](http://www.woundrx.com/index.htm) Wounds that don't heal are big business, as 5 million people are treated for open wounds in the US each day. WoundRX (from GWR Medical) is an innovative, safe and simple way to help [wounds heal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wound-measurement) by applying [topical oxygen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-technology). An attachable tent is sealed around the wound while oxygen is pumped into the bag creating a high-pressure pure oxygen environment. The results have been so good that many insurance companies now pay for the treatment. **Implications** - More than just a bandaid, Topical Oxygen Therapy infuses 100% oxygen into a moist and open wound at pressure levels slightly above atmospheric ones. This will supposedly increase local cellular oxygen tension which will accelerate wound healing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Topical Oxygen Therapy:** Topical Oxygen Therapy infuses 100% oxygen into a moist and open wound to accelerate healing. - **Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy:** Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy creates a high-pressure pure oxygen environment to help wounds heal. - **Wound Treatment Innovation:** Innovative wound treatments like WoundRX provide new hope for chronic wounds. ### Where This Applies - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can benefit from the disruptive innovation of Topical Oxygen Therapy for wound healing. - **Insurance:** Insurance companies can explore opportunities to cover the cost of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for wound treatment. - **Medical Technology:** The medical technology industry can develop and market innovative wound treatments like WoundRX to meet the growing demand for chronic wound care. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wound-Sanitizing Blue Light Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wound-care-device.md) - [AI-Paired Wound Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medicosbiotech.md) - [Wearable Oxygen Support Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-o2-patch.md) - [Innovative Osteoarthritis Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osteoarthritis-treatment.md) - [Connected Monitoring Bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wound-bandage.md) - [OTC Oxygen Saturation Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masimo-w1-medical-watch.md) - [Ai Burn Treatment Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retune.md) - [Infection-Detecting Wound Coverings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartheal-sensor.md) - [AI-Enabled Smart Bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-smart-bandages.md)