Scottsdale Ketamine Clinic
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ahwatukee Ketamine Clinic and Drip Lounge
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Stress and anxiety are a normal, albeit dreaded, part of life. In small doses, stress can actually be healthy and serve as a motivator to achieve specific goals. But too much stress or an inability to cope with personal stressors can cause or worsen anxiety disorders.
Anxiety disorders can harm your overall quality of life and make it difficult to relax, enjoy life, and live in the moment.
At Ahwatukee Ketamine Clinic and Drip Lounge, we strive to help adults in Phoenix, AZ, find relief from persistent anxiety through the use of ketamine infusion therapy.
Read on to learn more about ketamine for anxiety, including how it works, who it is right for, and how to get started.
Anxiety disorders are extremely common and affect over 40 million adults in the United States alone. However, anxiety does not look the same for everybody. Below are four common anxiety disorders we might treat with ketamine infusions.
People with social anxiety tend to fear being rejected, judged, or made fun of in social situations. For some people, social anxiety is worse in large groups, while others become more overwhelmed by one-on-one communication.
People with generalized anxiety disorder feel anxious about many different things. This disorder can be incredibly overwhelming since it can seem like there is a new stressor around every turn.
Everybody is scared of something. For most people, this doesn’t cause any major disturbance to their daily life. But for some people, simple phobias such as germophobia or claustrophobia can creep into every aspect of their lives and negatively impact them.
Panic disorders are characterized by recurring panic attacks. During a panic attack, you may feel your heart racing and experience dizziness, tightness in your chest, trouble breathing, or a feeling of impending doom. Panic attacks can be brought on by different things for different people.
Anxiety disorders are not mutually exclusive; there is generally some overlap in diagnoses.
When ketamine is introduced to your brain, it immediately binds with chemical receptors to improve your overall mood and relieve feelings of fear and stress. The main benefit of ketamine is its ability to restore weakened or damaged glutamate receptors. Glutamate is a neurotransmitter that plays a big role in regulating your emotions.
Ketamine infusions are administered intravenously in our Phoenix, AZ, office. An IV drip gradually introduces the correct amount of ketamine into your system. Treatment can take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour but does not require any downtime. This means you are free to resume your normal daily routine after you leave our office.
After ketamine treatment, many people find it easier to manage their stress levels. You may notice an improvement in your ability to effectively cope with stressors as they present themselves rather than let them pile up and become overwhelming.
Anxiety treatment with ketamine also has a much quicker onset period. Many traditional medications require several weeks of consistent use before enough of the medication has built up in your body to have an impact. But the effects of ketamine can be felt as soon as treatment begins and continues to improve with subsequent treatments.
Unfortunately, we can’t answer this question without getting to know you a little bit better. We usually recommend a series of ketamine treatments, but the exact number of sessions will depend on what type of anxiety you are experiencing and its severity.
People with severe anxiety disorders may need ongoing weekly treatments to maintain the desired effects.
Ketamine infusions are very versatile and have shown promise in treating several conditions. In addition to anxiety disorders, we might also treat the following health concerns:
It’s important to remember that ketamine infusions are not necessarily a cure for any of these disorders. Ketamine treatment can be very effective when utilized as a part of a larger anxiety treatment plan, but it should not be the first step you take in managing your anxiety.
With years of experience under our belt, you can rest assured knowing you’re being cared for by some of the top professionals in Arizona when you arrive at our clinic. All of our treatments are backed by evidence-based studies, and we stay up-to-date on all the best practices.
We take meticulous steps to ensure your comfort and safety during your entire visit and stop at nothing to make sure you are cared for. We also offer other specialized IV drips that are packed with vitamins and minerals to nourish, hydrate, and detoxify your body.
To get started with ketamine infusions, you’ll first need to come in for an initial consultation. Consultations are necessary because not everyone with an anxiety disorder is a good candidate for ketamine treatment. For example, if you have a history of schizophrenia or substance abuse, this treatment is probably not right for you.
During your consultation, we will discuss all of your relevant medical history, including what other anxiety treatments you have tried, to determine whether you’re a good candidate for treatment. If you are, we can get started right away developing your personalized treatment plan.
To learn more about ketamine for anxiety or to schedule your consultation, reach out to our helpful team of experts today.