Treatment to minimize chemotherapy induced hair-loss with Paxman Scalp Cooling System
Women undergoing chemotherapy for chemotherapy induced alopecia treatment at Virginia Cancer Specialists (VCS) can now keep control of their hair loss by using a ground-breaking scalp cooling treatment.
Developed by a British family who understand first-hand what it is like to lose hair due to cancer treatment, the Paxman Scalp Cooling System helps reduce hair loss throughout chemotherapy.
Paxman Scalp Cooling empowers patients to feel a greater sense of control. That is why, here at VCS, we are delighted to be one of the first centers in the USA to be able to offer it, and the only provider in the Northern Virginia Area.
For anyone who is new to scalp cooling or has not heard of it before, find out more at https://coldcap.com/.
The one-stop information site contains detailed information about what scalp cooling is, how it works, video demonstrations and even testimonials from American women who have used scalp cooling already.
So, What is Scalp Cooling?
Chemotherapy works by targeting all rapidly dividing cells in the body. Hair is the second fastest dividing cell, and this is the reason why many chemotherapy drugs cause alopecia. The hair follicles in the growth phase are attacked, resulting in hair loss approximately two weeks after the commencement of the chemotherapy treatment.
The damage that chemotherapy causes to the hair follicle can be alleviated by using the scalp cooling treatment; also known as the ‘cold cap.’ It works by reducing the temperature of the scalp by a few degrees immediately before, during and after the administration of chemotherapy.
The Next Steps
For anyone who wants to go ahead with scalp cooling, www.coldcap.com features an online resource area designed to make the whole process as easy as possible. In addition The Paxman Hub will guide you through the whole process, covering everything from patient management and billing, reimbursement, nurse and physician support programs and logistics.
Patients are provided with a personal contact with whom they can then order and pay for their own scalp cooling cap and treatments. The Paxman Hub will offer full support on patient information, payer coverage, coding, and patient assistance programs.
Financial Support
If you need help to pay for Paxman Scalp Cooling, don’t worry, as help is at hand. Hair To Stay is the only national non-profit subsidizing scalp cooling patients in the US. You can apply for a subsidy to help you access Paxman scalp cooling treatment at your local center by contacting the Paxman Hub. A case manager will guide you through the eligibility process. Visit www.hairtostay.org
Scalp Cooling Overview
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Scalp cooling is a safe and relatively effective method for those receiving chemo for breast cancer who are concerned about hair loss during treatment. It helps women feel like they look similar to their peers in their everyday lives. We are excited to offer this as an option to women with breast cancer and potentially contribute to their overall sense of well-being and confidence.
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