Tracheostomy Cleaning and Hygiene: A Daily Routine

Why daily hygiene matters

The skin around a tracheostomy is prone to irritation and infection if not kept clean, since secretions and moisture can build up around the site throughout the day.

A typical daily routine

• Clean the skin around the tracheostomy site as trained, usually with saline or as specifically advised
• Check and replace the dressing or gauze around the site if used, keeping it dry
• Check the ties or holder securing the tube — snug but not tight — and clean as needed
• Clean or replace the inner cannula (if the tube has one) on the schedule advised by the medical team

What to watch for during cleaning

Redness, unusual discharge, odour, or skin breakdown around the site should be reported to the doctor or healthcare provider rather than simply noted and continued with.

Keeping equipment clean

Suction equipment, if used, should be cleaned and stored as instructed to avoid introducing infection at the next use.

This needs consistency

A tracheostomy routine works best when done thoroughly every day, not just when something looks obviously wrong — prevention is far easier than treating an established infection.

How RUSHIVA can help

We provide tracheostomy care at home with consistent daily hygiene attention from trained personnel. Reach out through the enquiry form below.