What is Chelation?

Chelation comes from the Greek word meaning chele or ‘crab claw’. It is a therapy that binds heavy metals in the body and directly removes them via your liver and kidneys. It is safe and effective, however it does require blood work and specialized testing that is completed at the clinic. Chelation uses the medications calcium EDTA and or DMPS to bind to certain heavy metals. We will discuss the potential benefits and indications of chelation therapy in your initial visit. The treatment takes 1.5- 3 hours depending on your IV prescription determined by our naturopathic physician.

How Does It Work?

When metals like lead, mercury, iron, copper and arsenic build up in your body, they can be toxic. Chelation therapy uses special medications that bind to metals in your blood. You get the chelating medicine through an intravenous (IV) tube in your arm. Once the drug has attached to the metal, your body removes them through your liver and kidneys. Before you get this treatment, your naturopathic doctor will have you do a provoking urine test to establish the levels of heavy metals in your system. This treatment is only approved in Canada and the US to treat metal poisoning.

How many treatments do I need? Most patients may require 5-30 treatments. Treatments are usually administered 1-2 times a week. The number of treatments and costs depends on your case and would be discussed with you with our naturopathic physician.

This type of IV cannot be booked online, please contact the clinic through phone (250.590.1482) or email info@hydratewellness.com.

What is ozone?

Ozone is a molecule found naturally in our atmosphere- it is what protects us from the sun's harmful rays and potentially a myriad of medical conditions when used therapeutically. As a molecule, it is similar to oxygen except that it has three oxygen atoms instead of two. This makes it highly reactive and useful for medical treatments.

Historically, ozone therapy has been medically used for over 150 years, its efficacy has been proven along with little to no side effects. Ozone has been used as a sanitation tool for water purification, dentistry, wound care, and treating many diseases. There are many indications for ozone therapy clinically. These indications will be discussed with you in your initial visit, including costs and how many treatments would be needed.

What should I expect during an ozone treatment?

For those who are receiving ozone therapy they would expect treatment once or twice a week. A sample of blood is drawn from a vein, mixed with a volume of sterile saline solution in an IV bag then the sample is ozonated with a syringe of ozone gas that is generated from an ozonator attached to an oxygen tank. The ozonated blood sample is then reinfused back to the body over a period of 30- 45 minutes. Up to 30 treatments may be recommended over the course of up to 15 weeks.

The combination of ozone and specialized UV light rays increase the biological activity of the blood cells, thereby increasing immune boosting effects for eradicating bacteria, fungus, virus, and cancers as none of these diseases dwell under moderate to intense O2/UV conditions.

This type of IV cannot be booked online, please contact the clinic through phone (250.590.1482) or email info@hydratewellness.com.

Iron infusions are now offered at Hydrate Wellness. Iron is essential for our ability for our blood cells to carry oxygen to our tissues and is also an important cofactor for many biochemical reactions in our body, particularly our nervous system. You may require an IV infusion if you cannot take iron by mouth, cannot absorb iron adequately through the gut, are deficient due to blood loss or you need to increase iron levels fast to avoid medical complications or a blood transfusion.

Iron infusions are considered advanced IV’s due to its potential for side effects in some people. It is only recommended for those who are diagnosed with iron deficiency and who may or may not have anemia. Because of its potential for adverse reactions, all patients who think they may need iron infusion therapy must go through a complete naturopathic visit, have recent iron test results done with the proper blood work.

What should I expect in an iron IV infusion?

We primarily use Venofer (or iron sucrose) at Hydrate Wellness. Monoferric is available only to those who have not tolerated iron sucrose or who have received monoferric in the past or meet the criteria for a single high dose iron infusion. The infusion can take up to 3 hours so we recommend bringing a snack with you to avoid low blood sugar issues. You are still able to get up and move, use the washroom during your infusion time.

This type of IV cannot be booked online, please contact the clinic through phone(250.590.1482) or email info@hydratewellness.com.

NAD, or nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, is a naturally occurring coenzyme of niacin that helps cells in our bodies produce energy. It does so by converting the energy we get from food into cellular energy. NAD can be used in addiction recovery, post-concussion support and mitochondrial (energy) optimization.

What to expect: Once you have had the initial 1 hour Naturopathic Medicine visit, the clinic has received required test results and our ND has established a safe and effective treatment plan for you, you can begin scheduling Advanced IV therapy. These IV’s are not available to be booked online so please call the clinic at 2505901482 to arrange a suitable infusion time.

Duration: Advanced IV’s can take anywhere between 1-4 hours depending on the therapy you are doing. You may be receiving your IV 1-3 times weekly over several weeks or months.

Results: Once you have completed your IV therapy schedule, you will have a follow up appointment (30-60 minutes) with our Naturopathic Physician who will decide your next steps.

For inquiries on other IV infusions, please contact the clinic to inquire if they are available.

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