A method and apparatus for providing concurrent applications of
intermittent pneumatic compression therapy and vacuum assisted closure
therapy generally comprises a wound dressing for introduction of a
negative pressure into a wound on a patient's foot and a foot wrap for
application of positive, compressive forces to substantially all of the
patients foot. A suction pump, having an associated vacuum sensor and
first feedback mechanism, supplies negative pressure to the wound
dressing. A ventable source of pressurized gas, having an associated
pressure transducer and second feedback mechanism, supplies positive
force to the foot wrap. At least one control system is operably
associated with the suction pump and ventable source of pressurized gas
for controlling the negative and positive applications of pressure to the
patient's foot. Controlled modes for operation include continuous or
intermittent application of one or both therapies and simultaneous or
cycled application of the therapies.