IV Therapy in Calgary AB

Now and again people become nutrient-depleted which can lead to a whole assortment of issues. This can show up as fatigue and burnout, dampened immune system, build-up of inflammation and oxidative stress, or lack of control in chronic conditions, among many other ailments. By delivering nutrients directly to our veins, IV nutrient therapy in Calgary AB bypasses gut absorption rates and liver filtering of nutrients to get 100% of the dose to the cells and processes we are targeting to support.

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WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM IV THERAPY IN CALGARY AB

The range of benefits that someone can receive from IV nutrients is far-reaching, but here are some common reasons why individuals pursue IV nutrient therapy:

• Fatigue and burnout
• Increased stress or anxiety
• Feeling depleted or bogged down
• Sluggish or poor immune system
• Increased inflammation or oxidative stress
• Poor sleep
• Dehydration
• Recovering from states of depletion
• Poor gut health

Many chronic conditions can also benefit from specialized IV treatments that Dr. Scott Dainty provides. For more complex cases, a full naturopathic initial is required before setting up the initial IV treatment.

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WHAT TO EXPECT?

For new patients, a brief 15-minute IV Initial Consult is conducted before your first IV treatment. If it is a more complex case, a thorough 60-minute initial appointment is required before starting IV therapy. In some cases, bloodwork or a urinalysis may be required. Drips range in time from 30 minutes to 2 hours (or longer in some cases). This depends on the size of the IV bag (100, 250, or 500ml), the placement of the IV, and the speed at which you can tolerate the ingredients.

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BEFORE YOUR IV

It is important to eat a substantial meal sometime before your IV to ensure your blood sugar levels are sufficient, and drink about 1L of water the day of your IV, especially if you have a history of difficulty finding your veins.

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DURING YOUR IV

Our naturopathic doctor and staff will do everything we can to make you comfortable for the duration of the IV, including being seated in a comfortable chair. We recommend you wear comfortable and warm clothing, as well as bring a form of entertainment (book, phone, tablet) to keep you occupied, especially during longer IV treatments.

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AFTER THE TREATMENT

You will be instructed on the specifics of post-IV care at the visit, but some of the more important things to consider are: increase water intake the rest of the day after your IV, this will ensure proper hydration as some IV drips can be slightly dehydrating to your cells. Refrain from heavy lifting and intense exercise in the day following an IV.

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IS IV THERAPY FOR EVERYONE?

IV therapy is a great option for a great deal of individuals and conditions, but it is not suitable for everyone. Those with G6PD deficiency, kidney or liver damage/dysfunction, very low platelet count, high blood pressure, and congestive heart failure (CHF) may not qualify. This will be discussed in your initial consult.

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POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS

It is important to monitor your overall well-being. It is not uncommon for you may feel a little sleepy after your treatment. It is common, but insignificant, to get a metallic/multivitamin taste in your mouth due to the B vitamins, and glutathione drips may cause your urine to have a sulfurous (rotten eggs) smell. You may notice bruising at the IV puncture site in the days following the IV, this should dissipate within a week. Your doctor will explain some more serious but rare complications to look out for during and in the days following your IV treatment.

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HIGH-DOSE VITAMIN C or MAH (Ozone) IV

These IV formulas are oxidative therapies and have some inherent risks in some individuals. A small subset of the population has a condition called G6PD deficiency. Most individuals with this condition know they have it, but some may not. So before starting high-dose Vitamin C therapy or Ozone IV therapy, we will run a quick blood test in the clinic to determine if you are safe to start either of these therapies.

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IS IV NUTRIENT THERAPY COVERED BY INSURANCE?

When performed by a naturopathic doctor, IV therapy falls under a naturopathic visit and therefore is covered by most insurance companies that offer naturopathic coverage. Check your benefits package or insurance plan to see if you have naturopathic coverage.

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IV FORMULAS WE OFFER

• Meyer's Cocktail: This formula typically includes calcium, magnesium, vitamin C, and B vitamins, but can also include several other minerals including selenium and zinc. It can be used to improve sleep quality, support the immune system, improve your stress response, and improve overall well-being. This IV takes about 45 minutes.
• Immune Support: There are a few ways to improve your immune function to help get rid of lingering illnesses. Depending on which route is best, we could use a combination of various vitamins, increased doses of vitamin C, immune-boosting minerals zinc and selenium, and antiviral lysine, or a formula containing immune-stimulating medical grade hydrogen peroxide. With the option to add glutathione for an additional innate immune stimulating effect. This IV takes about 45 minutes.
• Energy and Stress: Stress can present in a couple of different ways. In some individuals stress can show up as feeling depleted, getting afternoon energy crashes, forgetting things easily, brain fog, and generally feeling burnt out. In these cases, I use a formula with key ingredients of energy-promoting amino acids L-carnitine and L-taurine, high doses of B-vitamins to help with your adrenal stress response, and ATP for cellular energy. For others, stress can cause anxiety and an overactive nervous system. In these cases the formula changes to contain nervous system calming glycine and L-taurine, as well as high doses of relaxing magnesium. This IV takes about 45 minutes.
• Glutathione Push: Glutathione is our master antioxidant. As such, it helps protect our cells from damage due to oxidative stress which can be caused by concussions and other injuries, mental stress, toxin exposure, infections, exercise, and aging. It also helps protect arteries from damage, boosts your first-defense immune system, can reduce liver damage from harmful substances, and has a skin-lightening effect which may be useful in cases of melasma. This can be done on its own and would take about 15 minutes, or can be added onto the Myers, multivitamin, or Immune IV.
• Multivitamin / Multimineral: For those very depleted individuals in need of a more comprehensive formula with high doses of each nutrient, this formula provides just that. It can be used for extensive burnout, poor digestion causing poor nutrient absorption, sleep issues, and overall feeling sluggish. This IV takes about 90 minutes.
• Muscle Relax / Migraine: This formula is great for muscle cramps, whether due to exercise, injury, or menstrual cycle, due to its high magnesium content, a natural muscle relaxant. Additional nutrients can also be added to help ease migraines and tension-type headaches. Key ingredients: High dose magnesium,
• Rehydration: This formula is designed to rehydrate cells and replenish electrolytes in states of dehydration, which can be caused by high-intensity or duration exercise/events, or from excessive vomiting or diarrhea. This IV is formulated with key ingredients of magnesium, calcium, chloride, and potassium, to replenish electrolytes. This IV takes about 90 minutes.
• Ozone: This IV stimulates a very strong antioxidant response in your body as well as stimulates cellular energy production, and can be helpful for chronic low energy, colds, and flu, and has been shown to improve symptoms in chronic diseases such as chronic Lyme, Parkinson’s, and multiple sclerosis, among others. This IV takes about 60 minutes.
• Tissue Healing: This formula uses nutrients such as Vitamin C, zinc, selenium, B vitamins, and proline to aid in collagen production and tissue repair. This is useful after surgery, or in cases of skin or tissue damage. Key ingredients: Vitamin C, selenium, zinc, manganese, and proline as cofactors and precursors to tissue production.
• Anxiety (Jantz Protocol): This formula is designed for clinical anxiety and contains a wide array of nutrients designed to calm the nervous system and support natural serotonin production. It has some risks involved so our naturopath will determine with you if it is appropriate in your case. Key ingredients: Tryptophan, glycine, and taurine as nervous system relaxants, and high dose magnesium to calm muscles. This IV takes 90-120 minutes.
• High-Dose Vitamin C: High-dose IV Vitamin C (25g+) acts as an oxidant, as opposed to lower doses where it is an antioxidant. In high doses, it stimulates a strong antioxidant response in your body and also targets harmful cells or pathogens in your body, so it has been useful for chronic health conditions including cancer, chronic Lyme, and chronic infections. This IV takes about 60-90 minutes.
• Pain Control: This IV uses a titrated dose of procaine, an anesthetic that breaks down into anti-inflammatory compounds, and has the effect of reducing pain due to inflammatory conditions. Depending on the dose, this IV takes 60-120 minutes.
• Custom Formulations: Since we mix all the vitamins in-house, we can customize the formulas to meet an individual's needs. In some cases, the formulas we use may not be exactly what the individual needs, so we add or change the volume of nutrients safely contained in the formula.

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Prices

• IV Consult (15 minutes) - $65
• Myers - $165
• Energy and Stress - $175
• Immune Support - $185
• Multivitamin / Multimineral - $215
• Muscle Relax / Migraine - $175
• Rehydration - $195
• Ozone (MAH) - $165
• Tissue Healing - $195
• Anxiety (Jantz Protocol) - $235
• High Dose Vitamin C - $215
• IV Pain Control - $185-205

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