INTRAVENOUS VITAMIN INFUSIONS

Intravenous (IV) Vitamin Infusions is a great way to boost your health. After a consultation a small cannula is inserted into the vein which allows the effective delivery of vitamins directly into the bloodstream for maximum absorption.

We live in a world where we are stressed, overworked, dehydrated and lacking sleep. Many of us do not consume healthy eating habits and much of our food is grown in nutrient – deficient soils. All these factors can play a part into our body's lack of nutrition absorption. Our GI tract also, cannot absorb 100% of the vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that our bodies need.

Our IV infusions, deliver essential vitamins, minerals and amino acids directly into the bloodstream to maximum absorption. This allows the nutrients to be readily available at the cellular level. At the cellular level, hydration and nutrient supply are critical for maintaining cell integrity, combat oxidative stress, energy productions and overall function.

The clinic has 4 beautiful recliner chairs so feel free to bring your friend or partner along and enjoy infusions together.

Vitamins available include: Vitamin C, B-Complex, Magnesium, Taurine, Zinc, Amino Acids, NAD, Glutamine, Glutathione (Prescription), Methylcobalamin (B12).

Preparation

There are a few steps you can take prior to your first appointment to ensure you maximize the benefits of your IV injection. Here are 5 tips to prepare for your first appointment.

Hydrate & Snack

While it seems counterintuitive to hydrate before a therapy whose entire purpose is to provide you with hydration and nutrients, it’s actually very important to drink plenty of water before your first IV injection. When your body is dehydrated your veins contract making it more difficult to receive intravenous therapy.

It’s also important to eat a snack before your IV therapy so that your blood sugar levels are stable. Staying hydrated and having something in your stomach before your appointment will help you avoid nausea and lightheadedness during and after your session.

Avoid Vasoconstriction Drugs

If possible, try to avoid taking any over-the-counter antihistamines or decongestants the morning of your appointment. Some medications that cause your blood vessels to contract making it difficult to get an IV injection. Because vasoconstriction medications are found in blood pressure medications and other prescriptions, we completely understand if you can’t avoid taking them. If that’s the case, be sure to stay extra hydrated prior to your treatment.

Dress for Your IV Injection

Comfort is the name of the game when it comes to dressing for your IV therapy appointment. IV therapy generally takes about 45-60 minutes so you’ll want to wear something you’ll be comfortable sitting in for that time period.

Make sure to wear something that leaves the veins in your inner elbow exposed and we recommend layering for temperature control. It’s also important to consider that if you have to go to the bathroom, you’ll be doing so one-handed, so we recommend wearing bottoms that don’t have too many buttons or zippers.

Bring Entertainment

Having something to do will help the time pass much more quickly. We recommend something quiet that you can do while sitting down. Here are a few recommendations:

Read a book
Crossword puzzles
Listen to music – please bring headphones
Work on your computer
Watch Netflix – please bring headphones
Draw

After-Injection Care

When you receive an IV injection, it might feel cold getting the liquid beneath the skin. Possible side effects include minor pain at the injection site. Positive results will be apparent right away for some ailments such as light sickness, jet lag, or a hangover. But in other cases, it might take multiple sessions to really feel a change. After each session, keep the following aftercare instructions in mind:

In the days that follow the session, check the injection site for bruising or swelling.
If there happens to be bruising or swelling, either put a cold pack on the site or get a thin cloth, put it on your skin, and place ice on the cloth.
Shower or bathe as you normally would.
As you do your regular activities, be mindful of the injection site for a day or two. Try to prevent lifting heavy items as this can increase any bruising.

MOBILE INFUSIONS

If you are in the Hunter Valley for a wedding, girls/boys weekend or a special event we can organise to come to you for groups of 5 or more pre or post event. Contact YBC to organise. Travel fees may apply.

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