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Feeding Tubes for Different Users

Due to various requirements, we provide different kinds of feeding tubes for you to consider the most suitable ones. Whether you are a patient who can not drink or the elderly who have difficulty in eating, we spare our efforts to make sure different feeding tubes available.


Feeding Tubes for the Elderly with Dementia

It is not advisable to use feeding tubes for the elderly with advanced dementia. However, feeding tubes for the elderly with dementia are recommended in the late stage of Alzheimer’s. Types of feeding tubes elderly can be divided into stomach feeding tubes and nose feeding tubes. A stomach feeding tube for the elderly is used if the patient has trouble eating with his mouth. Whereas a nose feeding tube for the elderly is proper for those without breathing difficulty. Compared with adult feeding tubes, feeding tubes for the elderly pay more attention to better experience and softer materials.

Feeding Tubes for Babies with Reflux

Different stages of babies can choose different baby feeding tubes. A baby feeding tube is used for babies who do not have the strength or muscle coordination to breastfeed or drink from a bottle. A newborn feeding tube, which is also known as a neonatal feeding tube, is advisable for those newborn with weak sucking ability or swallowing reflex. As for an infant, infant feeding tubes are designed for those who lack weight gain. A pediatric feeding tube is suitable for babies who have problems with electrolyte imbalances or elimination.