Edmonton IV Therapy FAQIV Treatment & Infusions in Edmonton
IV Treatments can often be administered after your first visit.*IV Treatment Consultations are 15 minutes in length.
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Our Basic Drip |
The classic IV Treatment - Simple & Effective. |
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Immunity |
Low dose is given for infections and immunity. High dose is given for cancer support. |
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Inflammation |
Anti-inflammatory drips used for cosmetics & inflammation |
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Mitochondrial Support |
Infusions for energy, anti-aging and cognition. |
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Many IV Therapy treatments can be stacked |
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Our Naturopaths use IV Treatments for these health concerns:
Fatigue & Low Energy
Low Mood
Stress &Anxiety
Insomnia
Cosmetic enhancement
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Immunity & Infection
MS, ALS & Parkinson's
Lyme Disease
Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue
Cancer Support
Dehydration
Athletic Performance
Migraines & Headaches
Cognitive Enhancement
and many more!
IV Vitamin Therapy FAQ
Why even use IV Therapy?
IV Treatment allows our Naturopaths to bypass the digestive tract and facilitates 100% absorption.
IV drips can create serum concentrations that are not possible when the same substances are taken orally.
One favorite use of IV Therapy at our office is to increase brain levels of particular substrates for mood and cognitive enhancement.
Because of the large serum spikes attainable through IV Therapy administration we are able to drive more across the blood brain barrier.
What we've observed at our Edmonton office is that oral, sublingual, or intranasal administration of the same substances rarely appreciably and obviously improves fatigue, mood or cognition.
Likely because these other routes of administration cannot achieve the high serum concentrations that are attainable with Intravenous administration.
How does IV Therapy work?
Because of the aforementioned high serum levels attainable through IV Therapy, it can allow for more effective cellular repletion.
The large rise in the serum concentration from IV Therapy provides a window of opportunity for deficient cells to take up needed intermediates.
As the cells are “flooded” repeatedly from IV infusions those levels can build.
It appears that some patients feel better and function better when they have higher levels (cellular and blood levels)..
Some explanations of the mechanisms behind IV therapy suggest that certain substances have been shown to exert pharmacological effects, that is, effects that are different that their standard biochemical effects.
How much does a IV treatment cost?
IV Treatments unfortunately are not cheap.
Average prices in Edmonton costs range between $130 and $200 on average per Intravenous treatment.
How often do I have to come for IV Therapy?
The frequency of IV therapy depends on the condition being treated as well as the IV being given.
For instance, for energy, our Naturopaths usually administer one IV therapy treatment per week (administration time is usually less than 20 minutes) weekly for 3-4 consecutive weeks to achieve sustained cellular and blood levels.
Further IV Treatments are done every 4-8 weeks as a "booster" to maintain the effect.
Some patients are able to complete a series of IV Drips and can go without further IV treatments for long periods of time.
They then can "drop in" periodically for a booster treatment as needed a few times per year.
Is IV Therapy Safe?
Yes, despite being somewhat invasive, IV Therapy is a safe and has a low risk of adverse side effects when appropriate doses and administration rates are used.
Before undergoing any IV infusion, we always review your health history and assess labs to make sure there are no contraindications to treatment.
Doses used are adjusted to the individual needs of a given patient, and every IV therapy treatment in under medical supervision.
We've administered over 14000 IV Therapy treatments at our Edmonton office with an almost non existent incidence of adverse effects.
Occasionally patients feel discomfort at the IV site during concentrated IV treatments. If needed we may dilute the drip or may apply heat to the site.
Rarely, do patients feel more tired or "out of sorts" the next day after an IV treatment.
Who administers the IV Therapy?
Your IV drip will be administered by one of our IV licensed Naturopathic Doctors.
Our ND have done both basic and advanced IV Therapy training in addition to their standard training as Naturopathic doctors.
How do I prepare for my IV Treatment?
Staying hydrated the day before and day of your IV treatment is helpful to increase the appearance of your veins.
Also feel free to use one of our heating pads to warm your arms right before your treatment.
Eating a snack or a small meal before your treatment is also great to reduce chances of nausea or lightheadedness.
Our Naturopaths do a lot of IV Infusion at our Edmonton office and generally do not have issues with IV administration, even in those with "tricky" veins.
Is IV Therapy safe for children?
Although we don't do IV Therapy in young children frequently, it is possible to do and safe to use in children.
Naturally doses are adjusted downwards based off of bodyweight.
Can you do IV Therapy if you are pregnant?
We do a limited amount of IV Therapy in pregnancy.
How long do IV Treatments take?
The length of time for an IV treatment differs depending on the therapy chosen.
Our fastest Vitamin IV is the basic drip whereas mitochondrial or hydration IV infusions can take a few hours.
Can you create specific an IV treatment based off my individual needs?
Our Naturopaths do offer advanced testing our Edmonton clinic to determine if you need any additional nutrients in particular.
How quickly does someone feel better after an IV Treatment?
IV therapy can give rapid results.
For energy, we usually see positive effects within 24 hours.
Improved sleep and reduced anxiety can happen the same day as a Vitamin IV treatment.
Mitochondrial support can frequently improve energy and cognition the same day as the treatment, often beginning right after the treatment ends.