In recent years, IV therapy has become a popular and widely available treatment option for all kinds of health concerns. If you’re considering trying IV therapy for the first time, you likely have questions about how it works and what to expect.
This article contains a complete guide to IV therapy so that you can make the most of this exciting treatment option.
What is IV Therapy?
IV therapy involves delivering vitamins and nutrients directly into the bloodstream with an intravenous drip. The nutrients are typically contained and delivered in a saline solution.
The intravenous approach allows your body to effectively absorb the nutrients, unlike oral supplements, which are largely lost to the digestive process.
What To Expect During IV Therapy
At the beginning of your IV therapy session, your provider will carefully place an IV line into a vein, usually at the pit of the elbow. This process is usually painless and patients can’t feel the infusion as it’s occurring.
Throughout your session, vitamins and nutrients will gradually enter your bloodstream. This process may take between 20 and 60 minutes, depending on the chosen IV drip. Patients can relax throughout the infusion, with many opting to read a book, work on a laptop, or listen to music.
How Often Will I Need IV Therapy?
To keep up with the results of IV therapy, one session every week or two is widely recommended. This frequency will help keep your nutrient levels balanced. Additionally, many patients come in for an IV session after a heavy night of drinking or after getting sick to quickly relieve their symptoms.
At The IV-Suite, we provide an extensive range of IV therapies, pushes, and booster shots to help our patients attain greater overall wellness. Reach out to us today to schedule an appointment!