Ketamine IV Infusion Therapy
Ketamine is a dissociative class compound approved by the FDA for anesthesia and for sedation during medical procedures. Its use for the treatment of depression, anxiety, chronic pain, PTSD, drug and alcohol abuse is off-label and has not been approved by the FDA.
However, over several decades, research has shown Ketamine therapy helps lessen symptoms of many psychiatric disorders, reduce intensity of chronic pain, and may even protect against and prevent the development of depression and PTSD, if given prior to impending stressful or traumatic experiences.
Ketamine has a unique effect in that it can work very rapidly to ‘re program’ out the mind’s negativity. Patients frequently see improvement in their symptoms within minutes of treatment.
The benefits of Ketamine include:
While the goal is improvement of symptoms, results cannot be guaranteed, and there is no way to predict how any individual will respond to Ketamine infusion therapy. The effects may not be long lasting and studies have shown that a minimum of four to six infusions within a month will increase the efficacy of treatment.
Coupling Ketamine therapy with the stellate ganglion block (SGB), psychotherapy, and behavioral change can maximize treatment effects. Ask for more information.
All Ketamine drips are administered by a nurse anesthetist or an emergency medicine physician. Our Ketamine drips include complimentary 50mg NAD+ and 400mg Magnesium, to optimize the results.
Contact us at (858)-609-0866 or info@joywellnesspartners.com to learn more.
What Ketamine Treatments Really Feel Like
Post Ketamine IV | Testimony
One of our staff members shares her experience receiving her first Ketamine IV. She explains the euphoria that she felt, and how it made her feel TWO days later.
Working with
Joy Wellness Partners has been a member of ASKP3 since April of 2021. ASKP3 stands for the American Society of Ketamine Physicians, Psychotherapists & Practitioners. ASKP3 believes that ketamine offers an opportunity that reaches beyond any one specialty and calls for close collaboration between professionals who understand and prescribe ketamine and professionals who understand mental health and pain.
We have also been featured on Healing Maps.
Healing Maps was created as a source for individuals looking for accurate and honest information about psychedelic-assisted therapy (including integrative mental health, ketamine clinics across the United States as well as retreats globally) and qualified providers in their area. Inspired by the groundbreaking research and expanding access to treatment, Healing Maps is on a journey to become the world’s most informative and trusted psychedelic-therapy search site.
What Ketamine Treatments Really Feel Like
Post Ketamine IV | Testimony
One of our staff members shares her experience receiving her first Ketamine IV. She explains the euphoria that she felt, and how it made her feel TWO days later.
Ketamine Therapy FAQs:
What is Ketamine IV Infusion Therapy?
Ketamine is a dissociative class compound that was approved by the FDA in 1970 for anesthesia and for pain. Since its approval, it has been widely used in operating rooms and emergency departments. Ketamine’s use for the treatment of depression, anxiety, chronic pain, PTSD, drug and alcohol abuse is considered off-label, meaning it has not been approved by the FDA for this purpose. However, many psychiatric medications fall into this category, yet are used widely by the psychiatric community. Over the past several decades, research has shown Ketamine therapies help to lessen or alleviate many symptoms of many psychiatric disorders, as well as help with chronic pain syndromes, cravings from addiction, and relief from suicidal tendencies.
Why choose Ketamine Therapy?
Unlike conventional therapies, Ketamine has been associated with a rapid decrease in depression, anxiety, and PTSD symptoms. It also has been shown to be helpful with a variety of chronic pain syndromes and in alleviating the cravings for drug and alcohol. Ketamine has a unique effect in that it can work very rapidly – patients frequently see improvement in their symptoms within hours of treatment.
How do I know it will work?
Results cannot be guaranteed, and while the goal is improvement in symptoms, there is no way to predict how each individual will respond to Ketamine infusion therapy. Although the effects of just one infusion may not be long-lasting, studies have shown that a series of six infusions within a two to three week period increases the efficacy of treatment. Coupling Ketamine therapy with psychotherapy and behavioral changes can maximize the benefits and sustain gains made as a result of treatment.
What is the procedure like?
You will have an IV line started so you can receive Ketamine. Your blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen saturation will be monitored at the beginning of the infusion procedure and supervised by a CRNA (nurse anesthetist) or by another medical practitioner throughout the session.
How much Ketamine will I receive?
You will be given a sub-anesthetic, micro-dose, of Ketamine by slow, continuous infusion. The provider may adjust the infusion rate during the infusion – depending on how you are responding – to maximize the effectiveness of each infusion. Adjuvant medications may also be administered, if necessary, such as anti-nausea medicine, a mild sedative, or blood pressure medication.
Do you have headphones and playlists to choose for my Ketamine experience?
Yes. We usually play a calming, meditative playlist, but we do our best to accommodate individual requests, so if you have a preferred playlist, please let us know. We also provide noise-canceling headphones as another option.
What other additional supportive tools do you provide to enhance my Ketamine experience?
We provide eye masks, pillows and blankets – including a weighted blanket – for your use. There is an additional option of adding Craniosacral therapy to your experience for an additional charge, and it is also possible to bring your own therapist or mental health professional for your guided experience. If you have items that you would like to bring for comfort, we can accommodate.
May I bring my own water bottle, or do you have water?
We recommend no food or drink for 4 hours prior to infusion. Once your infusion is done, we provide water, or you may bring a water bottle to refill with our Culligan water dispenser.
What if I get hungry?
We offer healthy snacks or you may choose to pack your own lunch and snacks to eat after your infusion. You will be able to relax afterwards in our IV lounge, and your driver is welcome to join you there.
How long does it take?
The duration of the infusion lasts about 1 hour. We will also monitor you in the clinic for up to thirty minutes after the procedure.
Where can I learn more about the Ketamine experience at your clinic?
Our Joy Wellness Partners YouTube channel has Ketamine-related videos that will provide insight and information to help you prepare for your upcoming Ketamine infusion. Here is the link to the Ketamine-related videos playlist.
Watch this video to learn more about Ketamine therapy:
Joy Wellness Partners is member of the American Society of Ketamine Physicians, Psychotherapists & Practitioners: https://askp.org/
Have a Question?
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