Intravenous Infusion (IV) therapy uses high dose vitamins specifically created for each individual depending on their personal needs. A combination of any of the following may be used: magnesium, calcium, selenium, Vitamin C, amino acids, glutathione, zinc, minerals, and natural substances intravenously or intramuscularly. Normally, nutrients taken orally enter the cell through active transport; this process requires cell energy and the cell’s ability to transport the nutrients from outside the cell into the cell. Diseased cells lack the energy required and the ability to absorb nutrients effectively, thus decreasing the amount of nutrients that reach the cell. With IV therapy, nutrients enter the cell without using the cell’s active transport. This helps the cells function better, which usually leads to the patient feeling better.

IV therapy has shown great benefit from reducing the severity of common cold and flu symptoms to the treatment of chronic conditions such as cancer. Some of the conditions that can be helped with IV therapy include: fatigue, fibromyalgia, anxiety, depression, infection, asthma, chest pain, detoxification, migraines,  seasonal allergies, hives, hyperthyroidism and acute muscle spasms to name a few. A combination of vitamins, minerals and amino acids (called a Myer’s cocktail) can even help athletes recover faster.

 Patients with the following conditions or daily health concerns may benefit from IV therapy:

 

• Stress
• Allergies
• Detoxification
• Low immune function
• Fatigue and tiredness
• Sever vitamin or mineral deficiencies (such as B12, B6 , zinc, and selenium)
• Substance abuse and alcoholism
• Depression and Anxiety
• Insomnia and Sleep disorders
• Viral infections (mononucleosis, shingles, colds and flus)
• Migraines
• Anti-aging
• Neurological Disorders such as Parkinsonism
• Irritable Bowel Disease (IBS)
• Malabsorption/Dehydration from digestive disorders (i.e. Crohn’s disease, colitis and Celiac disease)
• Cancer Patients and Oncology Care
• Palliative Care for advanced cancers
• Pre-surgical support
• Post-surgical recovery support

Q: What is Intravenous Infusion Service?

A: This is the administration of Vitamins, Minerals and Amino Acids by the Intravenous Route through the Arm, Forearm or Hand Veins.

Q: Why People Receive an Intravenous Infusions?

A: There are many reasons why people receive this type of treatments such as:

• Inability to digest food or drinks properly so they are deprived of nutrition and the best way to satisfy their adequate nutrition and water intake is to administer these vitamins intravenously.
• To deliver a higher dose of nutrients and vitamins that cannot be delivered naturally if taken by mouth. For example, administering high doses of vitamin C for cancer patients to help them during cancer treatment can be achieved only by intravenous route and cannot be administered by mouth as the gut can absorb only small amounts of vitamin C.
• To administer nutrients that are really very low in food and some patients are in need for it . These nutrients are called Trace elements.

Q: What are the health problems or diseases that need an intravenous infusion therapy?

• Lack of energy
• Anxiety
• Stress
• Insomnia and Sleep disorders
• Fatigue and tiredness
• Sever vitamin or mineral deficiencies (such as B12, B6 , zinc, and selenium)
• Hormonal imbalances
• Substance abuse and alcoholism
• Depression and Anxiety
• Bipolar Disorders
• Neurological Disorders
• Parkinsonism
• Severe Digestive Disorders
• IBS (Irritable Bowel Disease)
• Crohn’s Disease
• Ulcerative Colitis
• Cancer Patients and Oncology Care
• Palliative Care for advanced cancers

Q: How long it takes for the intravenous infusion therapy?

The duration of the infusion varies according to the amount of the vitamins and minerals given the intravenous fluid bag as well you will receive. Generally, it ranges from 1 hour to 3 hours. Your doctor will discuss this with you before you start.

Q: What do you expect before you start the Intravenous Infusion Therapy?

A:  Your Doctor will discuss with you why you will be a candidate for an intravenous therapy, and for how long the infusion lasts, how many times you need to receive the infusion in a week or a month and the total numbers of the infusion. Your doctor will ask you to sign a consent form indicating that you agree on this treatment.

Q: Do you need to see your Naturopathic Doctor Before starting the Intravenous Infusion Therapy?

A:  Yes, it is essential that your Naturopathic Doctor has a meeting with you to determine the need and type of the Intravenous Infusion Therapy for you, discuss various aspects of the treatment and also approve your treatment plan.

Q: Does Intravenous Infusion Therapy require any Blood Work?

A:  Yes, any Intravenous Treatment needs a blood work before it starts. Your Naturopathic Doctor will determine what type of blood test you need to do before your Intravenous Infusion. The blood test can be done by your Naturopathic Doctor or Family Doctor or a Walk in Clinic Physician.

Q: Is the Intravenous Infusion Service is Covered by OHIP or Private Insurance?

A:  This service is NOT covered with OHIP, however, most insurance plans cover the Intravenous infusion Therapy (Mainly the naturopathic visit fee).

Q: Does this service need a referral from you family physician or medical doctor?

A:  There is no need to have a referral from your family doctor or physician to offer you this service, however, your family doctor can refer you to have this service at the clinic.

Q: Can other Naturopathic Doctors Refer you to have the Intravenous Infusion Therapy with us?

A: Yes, your naturopathic Doctor can refer you to have or continue to receive your intravenous infusions at our clinic