What is IV Hydration Therapy?
IV Hydration Therapy, also known as intravenous hydration therapy, intravenous therapy, IV nutrition, IV vitamin therapy, or simply IV therapy involves administering fluids, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients directly into the bloodstream through an intravenous line. This method bypasses the digestive system, allowing for rapid absorption and potentially faster effects compared to oral intake.
How IV Hydration can benefit you:
People use IV therapy for different reasons:
- Hydration: IV hydration therapy helps quickly hydrate you if you’re dehydrated from sickness, sweating a lot, or not drinking enough
- Recovery: Athletes and people recovering from a night of drinking might use IV hydration to feel better faster
- Wellness: Some individuals feel IV drips boost energy, make your immune system stronger, and help you feel better overall
- Nutrients: IV vitamin therapy can give you vitamins and minerals your body needs directly into your bloodstream
IV Drip Therapy can help improve memory, focus and energy. Depending on the specific IV boosters such as Vitamin B12, IV vitamin therapy can also help your metabolism.
What is it like getting the IV Hydration Therapy?
IV Hydration is administered by our nurses after selecting an appropriate vein, usually in your arm, and cleaning the area with an antiseptic solution to reduce the risk of infection.
A small needle attached to a flexible tube (catheter) is inserted into the selected vein. You may feel a slight pinch or prick during insertion, but discomfort is usually minimal. Once the needle is in place, it’s secured, and the catheter remains in your vein throughout the treatment.
The IV bag contains a sterile solution, including fluids, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients based on your specific needs or treatment plan. The solution gradually drips into your bloodstream over the course of the session, typically lasting anywhere from 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the therapy’s complexity and your individual requirements.
While you receive IV Drip Therapy, the healthcare provider will monitor your vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen levels to ensure your safety and comfort. They’ll also observe the IV site for any signs of complications, such as swelling, redness, or pain
When can you expect results from IV Hydration drips?
You may start feeling more hydrated almost immediately during or shortly after the IV drip. This is even more noticeable if you were dehydrated before the treatment, as the fluids are rapidly absorbed into your bloodstream.
If you’re using IV therapy for hangover relief, you may start to feel better within an hour or so after the drip as your body absorbs fluids and electrolytes, helping to alleviate symptoms like headache, nausea, and fatigue
For more hydration and energy, schedule your IV Hydration Therapy Hanover today!
If the idea of quickly hydrating, replenishing electrolytes, alleviating fatigue and more appeal to you, call us at (781) 826-5400 to learn about IV hydration therapy Hanover, click the button below to book your appointment today.