IV Therapy Questions and Answers

IV therapy can be used for a wide variety of medical treatments including vitamin therapy to treat headaches, migraines, colds, flus, seasonal allergies, morning sickness, fatigue, and hangovers. Many chronic medical conditions may benefit from IV therapy including Chron’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Asthma, and Fibromyalgia. Additionally, IV therapy is used for athletic purposes to provide a nutritional, immunity, athletic or beauty boost. IV therapy is a fantastic way to get valuable nutrition, hydration, medication, support required for various health conditions or simply for better health. Providers of IV therapy are able to customize the formula of vitamins and nutrients based on the wellness goals of the patient.

IV therapy has been used for decades by the medical profession to hydrate patients and deliver essential nutrients to those patients with gut-absorption issues or long-term challenges with eating or drinking due to surgery. IV therapy is very safe, but like all medical treatments – it is not without risks. Although very unlikely, if an IV therapy is not administered by a trained medical professional with non-sterile equipment, bacteria can be transmitted into a person’s bloodstream. It’s important to consult with a licensed medical practitioner and learn about the steps they take to help keep you safe and healthy with each and every treatment.

There are many indications for administering IV therapy – from dehydration to the administration of water-soluble vitamins. Dehydration can be serious if you don’t replace lost fluids from sweating, vomiting, diarrhea, or frequent urination. Your body needs proper hydration to function properly. Without proper hydration, your body is not able to heal, concentrate, or digest properly. Dehydration can lead to muscle cramps, depression, constipation, hypertension, and immunity issues. Many athletes use IV therapy to replace or maintain electrolytes and or provide a source of nutrients that they may be lacking to achieve peak performance. Pain medication is also offered through IV therapy. Delivering pain medication through IV allows the medication to reach your bloodstream more quickly – reducing your pain faster than taking a pill.

There are many options for IV therapy timing, depending on what your situation is, and what your body needs. The frequency of your personal IV therapy also depends on your wellness goals: do you want to restore energy, focus or optimal nutrition? Additionally, you should consider your current level of health and any chronic health conditions that may affect your immune system. IV therapies can range from a one-time treatment before or after an athletic event, customizable by your healthcare professional, to a few times a week. Everybody and every therapy is different, so depending on your health circumstances, you could feel noticeable effects from IV therapy for up to three to four days after each session. The best way to know how frequently you need to schedule your IV therapy is to speak with a licensed and trained healthcare professional.

Fast Aid Urgent Care and our team of healthcare professionals are available for patients who have questions about IV therapy. We also accept walk-ins: New patients. We serve patients from Bulverde Rd San Antonio TX, Windcrest TX, Selma TX, Bastrop TX, Paige TX, Smithville TX, Alamo Ranch San Antonio TX, Leon Valley TX, Helotes TX, La Grange TX, Rabbs Prairie TX, Halsted TX, Leon Springs TX, Fair Oaks Ranch TX, Cross Mountain TX, New Braunfels TX, Hunter TX, Zorn TX, Potranco Road San Antonio TX, Rio Medina TX, Rolling Oaks Estates TX, Dripping Springs, TX, Saddletree Ranch TX, and Belterra TX.