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History Of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy

Negative pressure is one of the oldest forms of medicinal therapy used to heal the human body. Here, you can learn more about how Smith & Nephew contributes to the advancement of the therapy, as well as how the therapy has evolved over the centuries.

Negative Pressure Wound Therapy from a trusted wound care leader

Smith & Nephew entered the negative pressure wound therapy market in 2007, with a strong dedication to repairing and healing the human body through enhanced developments in wound healing technologies. Our strong commitment to our patients and our customers has never wavered, with an intense focus on creating better, more impactful wound healing technologies, growing the larger body of negative pressure clinical evidence and creating customer-focused, responsive service and support models.

Negative Pressure Historical Timeline

In the video below, you'll go back in time to see the origins of negative pressure and how it has evolved throughout the centuries to become an efficacious treatment for a variety of chronic and acute wounds.

History of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy