Vitamin Therapy | IV Infusions + IM Injections

IVs and Injections are traditionally associated with illness, but what if we flipped the narrative for optimizing well-being instead? In functional medicine, intravenous (IV) and intramuscular (IM) nutrition can help supplement nutritional deficiencies, hydrate the body, and support wellness among many different types of patients, ranging from high-performance athletes to patients battling disease.  

IV Infusions delivers water and nutrients directly into the vein, allowing it to enter your bloodstream more quickly than oral medications that have to be processed through digestion. Nutrients can then reach your organs faster, providing essential support for your health.  

IM Injections deliver nutrition deep into the muscles to be absorbed into the bloodstream quickly because muscle tissue has a great blood supply.

Sage Healing Collective is overseen by Chandra Smith, Family Nurse Practitioner and staffed by Dr Amanda Thiry, RN/DC.

Benefits of IV + IM Vitamin Therapy

Improved absorption and bioavailability

Bioavailability is the amount of a substance that enters your body’s bloodstream after digestion. Because IV Infusions are delivered intravenously and IM Injections is delivered intramuscularly, it's more bioavailable. This means greater nutrients reach your body, and the absorption is also faster because they enter your bloodstream directly.

IV InFUSIONS

45 - 60 min | 500 mL

IV Enhancements

Glutathione push | $60

add $40 for 1000 mL Saline to any of the above IV infusions. Infusion may take 1-1.5 hours.

IV PACKAGES

Package of 3 Myers Cocktail $540 | $45 savings

Package of 3 Infusion Cocktails of Choice (excludes Myers Cocktail) $480 | $45 savings

Expire in 6 months | No Substitutions | No refunds | No extensions on expiration date | Package services cannot be split between guests or transferred to another guest | Not good with any other promotions or offers | Gratuities on included

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Intramuscular (IM) Injections

B12 SELF-ADMINISTERED Take Home KIT | Set of 8 | $125. BOOK ONLINE

WHY INJECTION INSTEAD OF INGESTION?

The stomach acids that aid in the natural breakdown of food also break down oral pill supplements, therefore the body only absorbs a small amount. In addition, as a person gets older the body’s ability to absorb nutrients through digestion continually decreases. In fact, many adults are completely unable to absorb B12. Injections provide a direct and concentrated method of supplying the body with vitamin B12, vitamin D and glutathione.

Customized IV nutrient combinations

Rather than balance many different supplements at once, IV Nutrition is a single-dose technique of a customized nutrient blend optimized for your health. 

With this mode of delivery, IV Nutrition can be used to rapidly increase hydration, treat vitamin deficiencies, and target specific symptoms, like chronic pain and inflammation. 

Common Nutrients Used in IV + IM Therapy 

Nutritional therapy through IV + IM is a common practice in functional medicine to treat symptoms caused by vitamin deficiency, such as chronic fatigue, low mood, and inflammation.

B Vitamins 

There are eight essential B vitamins that the body has to acquire through a healthy diet. As a result, many people find themselves deficient in one or more of the B vitamins, often grouped together and called the B-complex. 

The eight B vitamins your body needs to stay healthy and perform well are: 

Thiamin (B1)
Riboflavin (B2)
Niacin (B3)
Pantothenic Acid (B5)
Pyridoxine (B6)
Biotin (B7)
Folate/folic acid (B9)
Cobalamin (B12)

B vitamins support many different physiological processes, including breaking down carbohydrates into energy, supporting healthy oxygen transportation, and helping cells carry nutrients throughout the body.  

They also play an active role in strengthening your skin, hair, eyes, and gut. Many of the symptoms people seek out functional medicine for can be attributed to low levels of B vitamins in their body. 

Vitamin C 

The immune-system-boosting vitamin C also helps your body produce collagen, the protein that supports elasticity throughout the skin and other connective tissues. Getting enough vitamin C can also ensure your body is able to fight off illness, heal from sickness more quickly, and repair wounds faster.  

Magnesium 

Magnesium is a critical nutrient for people of all ages; it supports many vital functions ranging from stabilizing blood sugar levels, to helping your body make DNA, protein, and bone. 

Without enough magnesium, you are more prone to experiencing symptoms such as a loss of appetite, muscle cramps, and numbness and tingling from nerve dysfunction.  

Glutathione  

Your body naturally produces a powerful antioxidant called glutathione, but supplementing it through IV therapy may help improve immunity, ward off disease, slow the progression of cancer, and even improve insulin sensitivity.  

Glutathione is present in every cell throughout your body, and it is unique in that it's able to be produced in the liver. 

In addition to improving your overall health, glutathione also plays many vital roles throughout your body, such as breaking down harmful free radicals and building DNA. 

Some people are born with a condition called glutathione synthetase, meaning their body is unable to produce enough glutathione by itself. IV + IM Nutrition could be a good way to restore their body’s balance and give them the essential support they need. 

Who Can Benefit From IV + IM Vitamin Therapy?  

Some of the best candidates for IV therapy include athletes, people with chronic health conditions, and individuals currently undergoing cancer treatment. Because all of these people tend to have specialized nutritional needs, having personalized nutrient supplements administered through an IV can support their greatest health and wellness. 

How to Prepare for IV Vitamin Therapy 

If you are planning to receive IV therapy, there are a few things you can do to make sure your session has the greatest benefits to your health. 

Make sure to stay hydrated leading up to your appointment. Increase your water intake 24 hours prior to your IV therapy session; it’s helpful to follow minimum hydration guidelines, which is 64oz of water/day.

Athletes may need to increase their daily hydration as they lose more fluids through exercise and sports. 

You should also take care to avoid alcohol and caffeine before the session, as both of these dehydrate the body.  

It’s also helpful to eat a healthy meal beforehand, which can help stabilize your blood pressure and blood sugar levels. Getting IV therapy on an empty stomach could lead to dizziness. 

What to Expect During IV Vitamin Therapy 

The entire process is meant to be relaxing, and your practitioner will do everything they can to ensure you are as comfortable as possible. There will be a pre-treatment assessment prior to your IV insertion, which includes checking your vitals to make sure you can safely get an IV.  

The insertion process is quick and easy.  The nurse will clean your skin with an alcohol pad, then insert the line. 

Infusion takes around 30 minutes to an hour. During that time, you won’t feel anything other than a minimal cooling sensation; so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy some time to yourself!

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