IV HydrationFriendswood, TX
Intravenous (IV) hydration combats dehydration to prevent it from negatively impacting the body in various ways, even shutting down certain bodily systems and organs. Fortunately, IV hydration can quickly remedy or significantly lessen the negative effects, boost weight loss efforts, and increase athletic performance. Reset Medical offers IV hydration in the Friendswood area. We can incorporate this service in a weight loss plan or as an independent treatment.
Call 1-281-816-4707 to schedule a consultation to discover how this service can significantly boost your overall health.
The dangers of dehydration
Everyone loses water naturally every day. From crying and sweating to urinating and having bowel movements, the body naturally exerts its water supply along with its vitamins and minerals, but it is the individual’s job to consistently replace it. Failing to do so results in dehydration.
Dehydration occurs when the body’s water content drops below normal levels. Dehydration is primarily divided into mild and severe forms. Mild dehydration can result in issues with blood pressure, heart rate, body temperature, and lipolysis—the state the body enters when trying to break down fat deposits.
Severe dehydration can result in breathing difficulties, urination problems, sunken facial features, and cognitive impairment. Though rare, the most extreme cases lead to brain damage, which can result in death. Regardless of the severity of dehydration, replenishing one’s water supply should be a top priority. However, it is important to do it safely and effectively. IV hydration can help
.“Severe dehydration can result in breathing difficulties, urination problems, sunken facial features, and cognitive impairment.”
What is IV Hydration?
IV hydration, also called IV therapy, has been around for decades. This service is commonly available in hospitals and other medical practices when a patient cannot take supplements or fluids orally due to vomiting or diarrhea. IV hydration delivers vitamin and mineral-infused fluids into the body through an intravenous line. These mixtures, or cocktails as they are often called, include various combinations of vitamins and minerals aimed at those specifically lacking in the patient’s bloodstream. Reset Medical uses these mixtures to provide a significant nutrients boost to appropriate bodily systems.
“IV hydration delivers vitamin and mineral-infused fluids into the body through an intravenous line.”
Potential Benefits of IV Hydration
The most obvious benefit of IV hydration is that it quickly replenishes water, electrolytes, and other natural supplements in the bloodstream. However, they can also help patients with a higher risk of dehydrating and revitalizing certain bodily functions.
Patients with underlying medical conditions, such as diabetes and kidney or digestive issues, can have a difficult time maintaining the necessary components the body needs to function properly. IV hydration slowly replenishes the necessary components in high dosages to quickly reverse the effects of deficiencies.
Dehydration can affect the skin, muscles, kidneys, brain, and heart. IV hydration can revitalize these organs if the damage they incur results from dehydration. Further, hydration levels contribute to energy levels, which are needed to perform everyday tasks, fitness routines, and more. Lastly, IV hydration is known to increase an individual’s metabolism, another component in helping achieve body and lifestyle goals.
“The most obvious benefit of IV hydration is that it quickly replenishes water, electrolytes, and other natural supplements in the bloodstream.”
Ideal Candidates for IV hydration
At our clinic, we primarily help patients achieve their weight goals by considering IV hydration's potential benefits and applications when developing personalized plans. Note that we offer various cocktails, and not all focus on weight loss. Therefore, most are considered ideal candidates, regardless of gender or age. Those with underlying medical conditions, which we will discuss during the health screening, can also greatly benefit from IV hydration. These conditions that IV hydration may help address can include:
- Asthma
- Dehydration
- Diabetes
- Immune deficiencies
- Migraines
- Vitamin deficient
This list is not meant to be exhaustive. In fact, during a health screening, we review the overall state of the patient’s physical and mental well-being. That way, we can personalize cocktails and their frequency of use.
“Therefore, most are considered ideal candidates, regardless of gender or age.”
What to expect after IV Hydration
IV hydration is a simple yet powerful process that delivers concentrated fluids and nutrients directly into the bloodstream. Therefore, patients must take it easy for the first 24 to 48 hours following administration. Additionally, they may experience bruising, slight swelling, and minimal bleeding at the injection site. While these are all normal side effects, not everyone will experience them.
Depending on the patient, these side effects should dissipate within a week. If any patients have questions or concerns about IV hydration and the follow-up process, they can contact us at 1-281-816-4707. We can also address any concerns or questions before the IV treatment during a consultation.
“Therefore, patients must take it easy for the first 24 to 48 hours following administration.”
Questions Answered on This Page
Q. What are the benefits of IV hydration?
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Does my insurance cover IV hydration?
A. It depends. We strongly encourage patients to consult their insurance providers for specific details. To determine if yours is on our acceptant list, contact our office. We can review accepted insurance plans and payment options before scheduling an appointment.
Q. How do I know which IV hydration cocktail I need?
A. To help determine which type of IV hydration will benefit your health, we will conduct a health screening. During this time, we will review your overall physical well-being and discuss your medical history, as well as medication or supplement use. Our team will also review your overall goals and compare them to your current lifestyle and daily habits. From here, we can determine if IV hydration is right for you.
Q. How soon will I see the results of IV hydration?
A. Results vary for each patient. However, many begin seeing the results of their specific cocktails soon after administration—some within a few hours, others within a couple of days. Remember, effects will work on the inside before you see anything on the outside.
Q. How long do the results of IV hydration last?
A. It depends on the type of cocktail used and your underlying condition (if any). Remember, IV hydration is not for long-term use. It helps jumpstart your bodily systems to help them function properly. In the meantime, our team will include multiple ways to boost your health and bodily systems naturally while achieving your goals.
Q. Is there any downtime after IV hydration?
A. Not much. Patients should take it easy following administration, avoiding strenuous activities or overexertion. Typically, after 48 hours, patients are free to return to normal activities.