ASSISTED CARE AT HOME
Home Hemodialysis
Depending on your needs and ability, you may have the option to receive hemodialysis treatments in the comfort of your own home using home hemodialysis machines. The process is the same, but you will need to have a partner or caregiver present to help you monitor your session, and either you or your partner will need to perform the needle sticks.
With home dialysis, you will have more flexibility over what time of day you receive your dialysis treatments, but you will still need to perform treatments according to the weekly schedule your doctor provides. If you choose our home dialysis modality, you’ll receive full training and guidance from Dialyspa nurses.
Home Hemodialysis Pros
Dialyze in the privacy and comfort of your own home
Dialyze at the time most convenient for your daily schedule
Four “off days” from treatment
Portable dialysis machine allows for more convenient travel
May have more relaxed diet and fluid restrictions
May require fewer medications
Home Hemodialysis Cons
Must have a partner or caregiver present during sessions
Requires home storage of dialysis equipment
Requires careful training
Must perform your own needle sticks