Ketamine infusion therapy is used to treat a range of conditions, including depression, chronic pain, and certain mood disorders. You may be a good candidate for ketamine infusion if you:

• Have been diagnosed with a condition that is known to respond to ketamine treatment, such as severe depression, PTSD, or chronic neuropathic pain.

• Have tried other treatments without significant improvement.

• Are looking for a rapid-acting therapy with potential for symptom relief.

• Have no significant health conditions that contraindicate the use of ketamine, such as uncontrolled blood pressure, active substance abuse, or certain psychiatric conditions like psychosis.

Ketamine is an NMDA receptor antagonist. It blocks the NMDA receptors in the brain, which are involved in pain transmission. This helps reduce pain signals and provides relief, particularly for chronic pain conditions that are resistant to other treatments.

Ketamine has rapid-acting antidepressant and anxiolytic properties. It can help alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, and PTSD by promoting the growth of new neural connections and modulating neurotransmitter systems involved in mood regulation.

• Chronic Pain

• PTSD

• Anxiety

• Fibromyalgia

• Neuropathy

Dissociative Effects: Patients may experience feelings of detachment from reality, which can include sensations of floating or altered perceptions of time and space. These effects are usually transient and resolve shortly after the infusion ends.

Psychological Effects: Some patients may experience mood swings, hallucinations, or vivid dreams during and shortly after ketamine infusion.

Nausea and Vomiting: This is relatively common but can usually be managed with anti-nausea medications if necessary.

Increased Blood Pressure and Heart Rate: During the infusion, there may be a temporary increase in blood pressure and heart rate.

Dizziness and Drowsiness: Patients might feel dizzy or sleepy during and after ketamine administration, which typically resolves within hours after the infusion

The response time to treatment can vary depending on the individual and the specific condition being treated, but many patients experience notable improvements relatively quickly. With treatments like ketamine therapy for depression, some patients may begin to feel better within hours or a few days after their first session. Other treatments might take several weeks to show significant benefits.