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vitamin iv therapy
The nutritional demands of each patient are unique. This is true for those suffering from acute infections, post-COVID chronic fatigue, or for those battling cancer. Intravenous vitamin and nutritional therapy allow us to directly address your unique needs, quickly and efficiently!
condition-specific iv therapies
Custom-compounded and tailored to meet your needs, IV therapies are an essential part of our integrative treatment plans.
Immune support
Supporting the healthy functioning of the immune system is one of naturopathic medicine’s most important roles. This includes improving lifestyle, stress management and of course improving nutrition and nutrient status.
In terms of the latter, IV therapies can certainly help! Immune support IVs revolve around improving antioxidant status (vitamin C and glutathione (the master antioxidant)), as well as in optimizing supportive nutrients such as magnesium, zinc, selenium, and vitamin D.
Vitamin C is typically dosed from 10g to 15g when used preventively in immune support IVs.
In terms of the latter, IV therapies can certainly help! Immune support IVs revolve around improving antioxidant status (vitamin C and glutathione (the master antioxidant)), as well as in optimizing supportive nutrients such as magnesium, zinc, selenium, and vitamin D.
Vitamin C is typically dosed from 10g to 15g when used preventively in immune support IVs.
Energy support (Adrenal Fatigue, Post-COVID)
From adrenal dysfunction to Post COVID fatigue, IV therapies afford a unique methodology to help support your body's energy metabolism.
There are several clinical hallmarks of Post COVID, the most notable is…fatigue! It appears that the virus affects the mitochondria which are super important organelles found in every cell in the body, that are collectively responsible for your energy. This results in a chronic fatigue-type syndrome.
Our approach in treating both adrenal fatigue, or the chronic fatigue associated with post-COVID is to infuse nutrients that help support mitochondrial function. In cases of post-COVID, it is important to provide nutrients to help support other affected organ systems i.e., cardiovascular, pulmonary, immune etc.
5 to 15 grams of Vitamin C is generally infused, coupled with dexapanthanol (B5) to assist the adrenal glands. We’ll then add acetyl L carnitine, as well as ATP and niacinamide to assist with mitochondrial function.
These infusions also include added zinc and B6 to support the immune and nervous system as well as selenium and a b-complex.
If lung symptoms persist, we will also consider nebulizing N-acetyl cysteine and glutathione.
There are several clinical hallmarks of Post COVID, the most notable is…fatigue! It appears that the virus affects the mitochondria which are super important organelles found in every cell in the body, that are collectively responsible for your energy. This results in a chronic fatigue-type syndrome.
Our approach in treating both adrenal fatigue, or the chronic fatigue associated with post-COVID is to infuse nutrients that help support mitochondrial function. In cases of post-COVID, it is important to provide nutrients to help support other affected organ systems i.e., cardiovascular, pulmonary, immune etc.
5 to 15 grams of Vitamin C is generally infused, coupled with dexapanthanol (B5) to assist the adrenal glands. We’ll then add acetyl L carnitine, as well as ATP and niacinamide to assist with mitochondrial function.
These infusions also include added zinc and B6 to support the immune and nervous system as well as selenium and a b-complex.
If lung symptoms persist, we will also consider nebulizing N-acetyl cysteine and glutathione.
Mood Support
Using nutrients to impact and support mental health is an important part of our practise. Anxiety as an example, can be exacerbated or triggered by low levels of zinc or folic acid, or high levels of serum copper which increase the conversion of dopamine to noradrenaline. Depression in contrast may be aggravating from an undermethylation process in the body which results in decreased levels of serotonin or dopamine. Targeting these pathways through IV therapy in concert with oral supplementation and medication if necessary may help improve outcomes.
Muscle spasm
We started as a chiropractic office, so it only makes sense that we created a formula to help ease the discomfort associated with muscle spasms and pain!
Hormone and Liver Detoxification support
Healthy hormones are predicated on healthy detoxification. Antioxidants such as glutathione (GSH), or N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) are critical in supporting the efficient detoxification of hormone pathways in the liver. Because of genetic and epigenetic differences, environmental exposures and lifestyle, everyone detoxifies at varying levels of efficiency.
The good news is that nutrients such as GSH or NAC can be administered intravenously along with other supportive nutrients and antioxidants to help optimize this process.
The good news is that nutrients such as GSH or NAC can be administered intravenously along with other supportive nutrients and antioxidants to help optimize this process.
Brain injury and Neurodegeneration
IV nutrient therapies provide a unique modality in the management of traumatic brain injuries and the supportive management of neurodegenerative conditions such as Parkinson’s, senile dementia or in Alzheimers.
It is believed that reactive oxygen species (ROS) triggered by certain environmental exposures (in the context of genetic predisposition) ultimately result in a prolonged inflammatory cascade that is central to neurodegenerative change. (1) This oxidative damage results in a well-correlated decrease in mitochondrial glutathione in neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson's. (2) Central to this phenomenon is the oxidation of glutathione (our brain’s primary antioxidant). (3)
Glutathione along with certain co-factors (Vitamin C, B1, B2, B6, B12, magnesium, selenium and zinc) can be infused in a manner to help support our body’s supportive antioxidant mechanism.
Which is why glutathione delivery is the key to our brain injury and neurodegenerative supportive IV protocols!
(1) Islam MT. Oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction-linked neurodegenerative disorders. Neurol Res. 2017 Jan;39(1):73-82. doi: 10.1080/01616412.2016.1251711. Epub 2016 Nov 3. PMID: 27809706.
(2) Mazzetti AP, Fiorile MC, Primavera A, Lo Bello M. Glutathione transferases and neurodegenerative diseases. Neurochem Int. 2015 Mar;82:10-8. doi: 10.1016/j.neuint.2015.01.008. Epub 2015 Feb 7. PMID: 25661512.
(3) Iskusnykh IY, Zakharova AA, Pathak D. Glutathione in Brain Disorders and Aging. Molecules. 2022 Jan 5;27(1):324. doi: 10.3390/molecules27010324. PMID: 35011559; PMCID: PMC8746815
It is believed that reactive oxygen species (ROS) triggered by certain environmental exposures (in the context of genetic predisposition) ultimately result in a prolonged inflammatory cascade that is central to neurodegenerative change. (1) This oxidative damage results in a well-correlated decrease in mitochondrial glutathione in neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson's. (2) Central to this phenomenon is the oxidation of glutathione (our brain’s primary antioxidant). (3)
Glutathione along with certain co-factors (Vitamin C, B1, B2, B6, B12, magnesium, selenium and zinc) can be infused in a manner to help support our body’s supportive antioxidant mechanism.
Which is why glutathione delivery is the key to our brain injury and neurodegenerative supportive IV protocols!
(1) Islam MT. Oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction-linked neurodegenerative disorders. Neurol Res. 2017 Jan;39(1):73-82. doi: 10.1080/01616412.2016.1251711. Epub 2016 Nov 3. PMID: 27809706.
(2) Mazzetti AP, Fiorile MC, Primavera A, Lo Bello M. Glutathione transferases and neurodegenerative diseases. Neurochem Int. 2015 Mar;82:10-8. doi: 10.1016/j.neuint.2015.01.008. Epub 2015 Feb 7. PMID: 25661512.
(3) Iskusnykh IY, Zakharova AA, Pathak D. Glutathione in Brain Disorders and Aging. Molecules. 2022 Jan 5;27(1):324. doi: 10.3390/molecules27010324. PMID: 35011559; PMCID: PMC8746815
Hydration Support
From competitive athletes to weekend warriors to expectant mothers dealing with hyperemesis gravidarum the indications for hydration IVs are almost endless. Electrolytes and micronutrients are infused in saline IVs to ensure that you're feeling or performing at your absolute best!
Cardiovascular Support
Many vital nutrients are required for optimizing cardiac function. Proper hydration, the balance of heart muscle nutrients such as magnesium, calcium, potassium, selenium and taurine. All of these make up our heart support IV formula.
Nutrients such as vitamin C can help reduce reactive oxygen species which can assist with reducing inflammation and potential damage to the lining of blood vessels (endothelial dysfunction). (1) By a similar mechanism, vitamin C also inhibits the oxidation of LDL “bad” cholesterol, thereby assisting in reducing the likelihood of atherosclerotic damage. (2) Vitamin C also assists in improving blood flow in patients with ischemic heart disease. (3)
Beyond prevention or improving general wellness, intravenous supportive care is typically prescribed to patients with advanced disease, or to those who have been unresponsive to oral therapies or have poor general compliance with taking supplements or modifying their lifestyle.
(1) Kibel A, Lukinac AM, Dambic V, Juric I, Selthofer-Relatic K. Oxidative Stress in Ischemic Heart Disease. Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2020 Dec 28;2020:6627144. doi: 10.1155/2020/6627144. PMID: 33456670; PMCID: PMC7785350.
(2) Moser MA, Chun OK. Vitamin C and Heart Health: A Review Based on Findings from Epidemiologic Studies. Int J Mol Sci. 2016 Aug 12;17(8):1328. doi: 10.3390/ijms17081328. PMID: 27529239; PMCID: PMC5000725.
(3) McNulty PH, Robertson BJ, Tulli MA, Hess J, Harach LA, Scott S, Sinoway LI. Effect of hyperoxia and vitamin C on coronary blood flow in patients with ischemic heart disease. J Appl Physiol (1985). 2007 May;102(5):2040-5. doi: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00595.2006. Epub 2007 Feb 15. PMID: 17303710.
Nutrients such as vitamin C can help reduce reactive oxygen species which can assist with reducing inflammation and potential damage to the lining of blood vessels (endothelial dysfunction). (1) By a similar mechanism, vitamin C also inhibits the oxidation of LDL “bad” cholesterol, thereby assisting in reducing the likelihood of atherosclerotic damage. (2) Vitamin C also assists in improving blood flow in patients with ischemic heart disease. (3)
Beyond prevention or improving general wellness, intravenous supportive care is typically prescribed to patients with advanced disease, or to those who have been unresponsive to oral therapies or have poor general compliance with taking supplements or modifying their lifestyle.
(1) Kibel A, Lukinac AM, Dambic V, Juric I, Selthofer-Relatic K. Oxidative Stress in Ischemic Heart Disease. Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2020 Dec 28;2020:6627144. doi: 10.1155/2020/6627144. PMID: 33456670; PMCID: PMC7785350.
(2) Moser MA, Chun OK. Vitamin C and Heart Health: A Review Based on Findings from Epidemiologic Studies. Int J Mol Sci. 2016 Aug 12;17(8):1328. doi: 10.3390/ijms17081328. PMID: 27529239; PMCID: PMC5000725.
(3) McNulty PH, Robertson BJ, Tulli MA, Hess J, Harach LA, Scott S, Sinoway LI. Effect of hyperoxia and vitamin C on coronary blood flow in patients with ischemic heart disease. J Appl Physiol (1985). 2007 May;102(5):2040-5. doi: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00595.2006. Epub 2007 Feb 15. PMID: 17303710.
Tissue and wound healing
A useful supportive treatment for both acute and chronic wounds. Examples of this include post-surgical wounds, diabetic stasis ulcers or chronic recurrent osteomyelitis (supportive treatment).
If your wounds aren’t healing as well as they should, maybe your body could use a little boost!
If your wounds aren’t healing as well as they should, maybe your body could use a little boost!
Migraine and Chronic Tension-Type Headache support
Not all headaches are created equally! Chronic tension-type headaches are very different from migraine headaches. Tension-type headaches are musculoskeletal in origin, while migraine headaches are neurologically driven. The good news is that both types are amenable to nutrient IV therapies.
Both migraine and tension-type headaches seem to respond favourably to healthy doses of magnesium. Calcium is then used to buffer the magnesium, typically at a 4:1 to 6:1 ratio. Other nutrients central to these formulas include B6, B12, niacinamide, riboflavin, taurine and glycine.
Whether you’re seeing your chiropractor, massage therapist or acupuncturist, adding one of these IV’s to your protocol should help your healing, from the inside-out!
Both migraine and tension-type headaches seem to respond favourably to healthy doses of magnesium. Calcium is then used to buffer the magnesium, typically at a 4:1 to 6:1 ratio. Other nutrients central to these formulas include B6, B12, niacinamide, riboflavin, taurine and glycine.
Whether you’re seeing your chiropractor, massage therapist or acupuncturist, adding one of these IV’s to your protocol should help your healing, from the inside-out!
Healthy skin (Acne, Dermatitis, Psoriasis)
It is becoming increasingly clear that inflamed skin is often the result of an inflamed ‘gut’. Consequently, reducing inflammation is central to our treatment plans. These protocols always include a detailed review of dietary patterns.
In terms of IV therapies - selenium, zinc, glutathione, B12, biotin and vitamin C are all important components of our healthy skin IV formula.
Oral supplementation with probiotics, the right essential fats and fat-soluble vitamins are also important components of this protocol.
In terms of IV therapies - selenium, zinc, glutathione, B12, biotin and vitamin C are all important components of our healthy skin IV formula.
Oral supplementation with probiotics, the right essential fats and fat-soluble vitamins are also important components of this protocol.
Macular Degeneration and Eye Health
Age-related macular degeneration (AMRD) is a significant issue as our population ages. There is evidence that certain nutritional protocols and nutrients can aid in slowing down the progression of AMRD and even improve vision! (1, 2) Our macular degeneration patient protocols typically rely on both IV and oral supplementation. IV nutrients for AMRD include vitamin C, selenium, zinc, taurine, and glutathione (to name a few). We will usually couple this with oral antioxidants including Vitamin A, Beta Carotene, Vitamin E, lutein, zeaxanthin, EFAs and Vitamin D.
(1) Age-Related Eye Disease Study Research Group. A randomized, placebo-controlled, clinical trial of high-dose supplementation with vitamins C and E, beta carotene, and zinc for age-related macular degeneration and vision loss: AREDS report no. 8. Arch Ophthalmol. 2001 Oct;119(10):1417-36. doi: 10.1001/archopht.119.10.1417. Erratum in: Arch Ophthalmol. 2008 Sep;126(9):1251. PMID: 11594942; PMCID: PMC1462955.
Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 Research Group. Lutein + zeaxanthin and omega-3 fatty acids for age-related macular degeneration: the Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2) randomized clinical trial. JAMA. 2013 May 15;309(19):2005-15. doi: 10.1001/jama.2013.4997. Erratum in: JAMA. 2013 Jul 10;310(2):208. PMID: 23644932.
(2) Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 Research Group. Lutein + zeaxanthin and omega-3 fatty acids for age-related macular degeneration: the Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2) randomized clinical trial. JAMA. 2013 May 15;309(19):2005-15. doi: 10.1001/jama.2013.4997. Erratum in: JAMA. 2013 Jul 10;310(2):208. PMID: 23644932.
(1) Age-Related Eye Disease Study Research Group. A randomized, placebo-controlled, clinical trial of high-dose supplementation with vitamins C and E, beta carotene, and zinc for age-related macular degeneration and vision loss: AREDS report no. 8. Arch Ophthalmol. 2001 Oct;119(10):1417-36. doi: 10.1001/archopht.119.10.1417. Erratum in: Arch Ophthalmol. 2008 Sep;126(9):1251. PMID: 11594942; PMCID: PMC1462955.
Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 Research Group. Lutein + zeaxanthin and omega-3 fatty acids for age-related macular degeneration: the Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2) randomized clinical trial. JAMA. 2013 May 15;309(19):2005-15. doi: 10.1001/jama.2013.4997. Erratum in: JAMA. 2013 Jul 10;310(2):208. PMID: 23644932.
(2) Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 Research Group. Lutein + zeaxanthin and omega-3 fatty acids for age-related macular degeneration: the Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2) randomized clinical trial. JAMA. 2013 May 15;309(19):2005-15. doi: 10.1001/jama.2013.4997. Erratum in: JAMA. 2013 Jul 10;310(2):208. PMID: 23644932.
IM BOOSTERS
B12
B12 injections have long been a cornerstone therapy in our clinic for helping patients suffering with chronic fatigue, neuropathies, acute nerve pain or a myriad of other conditions.
Injection Dose: 1,000 -10,000 mcg IM
Vitamin D
If you live in Canada, you're likely vitamin D deficient. More than just an essential nutrient, correcting vitamin D deficiencies is critical to balancing hormones, supporting your immune system, and improving mental health.
Injection Dose: 50,000 IU, 100,000 IU IM
onsite custom compounding
All of our IVs are custom-compounded onsite! This allows us to carefully tailor each prescription to ensure that it is tailored for your particular needs. It also helps us improve safety and efficacy, by limiting bag exposure as well as the need for IV preservatives.
470 Big Bay Point Rd., Barrie ON. L4N 3Z4
Contact: (705) 733-3484
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