The thought of getting an IV tends to conjure up images of being in the hospital, being struck with a needle, and having medicine directly injected into your veins. This can also bring on a negative view of IV therapy. In the past IVs have commonly been used in hospital and clinical settings, however, IV therapy is becoming a popular treatment option for people of all ages.

Many might not understand that IV treatments are a completely different approach. Rather than providing people with medication, an IV therapist is actually infusing vitamins directly into your veins. It is common for patients who opt for IV treatment to see results almost instantaneously, and say they feel better almost immediately after.

So What is IV Therapy?

So you understand the difference between and IV administered in a hospital bed and IV therapy, but the question still remains on what it is exactly. Intravenous therapy — more commonly referred to as IV therapy — is a therapy option where fluids are inserted directly into your veins. As mentioned earlier, in the past it was often used in hospital settings to provide patients with much-needed medication or fluid because it is the fastest way to get those products into the body. Rather than taken medicine in a pill or liquid form via the mouth, this will allow the medicine to enter our system faster.

There are actually two types of IV therapy:

• Injection — IV injection is a therapy in which a syringe is used in order to deliver fluids to the veins.
• Infusion— IV infusion is a therapy in which a drip is used to deliver fluids to the veins. This is the most common type of IV therapy.

These therapies can be used to help patients with a variety of health conditions. It is most commonly used to treat dehydration, but it can also be used for patients with chronic health conditions. IV Therapy can help anyone who wants to have an extra dose of vitamins delivered into their bodies.

Important Vitamins That Can be Included in IV Treatments

One thing that makes IV treatments so create is that they can be customized to meet your needs. At Peak Wellness  experienced IV therapist or Drip Doctor will be able to create a drip that will address the needs of the specifically to you. Some important vitamins that might be included in an IV therapy treatment include:

• Vitamin C — Vitamin C is one of the most powerful vitamins, and it is needed by the body in order to function properly. Without the right amount of Vitamin C, people can suffer from a variety of health conditions, like scurvy. IVs that include high doses of Vitamin C can actually help your body better absorb this critical vitamin, as well as provide patients with long lasting results. Vitamin C can also help strengthen a person’s immune system, minimize fatigue and improve the look of the individual’s skin. And todays pandemic world this is more important than ever.
• Glutathione — You probably didn’t realize that Glutathione is an important part of any IV treatment. Glutathione actually works to actively eliminate toxins from the body, which can improve the results of the treatment. When glutathione is included, the immune response will be better and the individual will see a boost in energy levels as well.

The Benefits of IV Therapy:

We’ve told you what it is and what is in it, but you’re probably thinking what the benefits are. So there are actually a lot of benefits of IV therapy that you should consider.

Some of the top benefits include:

• You can feel comfortable knowing that your body is absorbing necessary vitamins. Even though you take a multivitamin or you create a regimen filled with other vitamin supplements, your body may not be able to absorb all of the vitamins you are consuming. Some of these vitamins actually rely on other nutrients in order to be properly absorbed. However, with IV therapy, your body is able to instantly absorb all of the vitamins included in the drip, which will ultimately improve the results.
• Your body will be instantly hydrated. A common reason that people get IV therapy is because they are dehydrated. If you are an athlete, then IV therapy can be the perfect complement to your workout routine. If you are someone who just spent a night out drinking alcohol and having fun they you might also be in need of hydrating from IV Therapy. You also may not realize you are dehydrated, even if you aren’t an athlete or someone who just went out. In order for our body to function properly we must stay hydrated. You can drink plenty of water and still be dehydrated, so IV therapy can help keep your body properly hydrated.
• The customization factor. No two bodies are the same or need the same treatment. Every body is different and has different needs to function properly. An IV therapist can create a drip that specifically addresses your health concerns. This means that you will get all of the vitamins and nutrients that you need without any unnecessary extras.

Why is IV Therapy Important?

IV therapy can actually play an important role in your preventative health care plan. It can be a complement to a treatment plan that was implemented by your physician, or it can be used to help provide people with the immune support they need.