Intravenous therapy is one of the most effective ways to administer nutrients, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other nutrients into the body. IV-administered nutrients are absorbed quicker than oral supplementation because it bypasses your digestive system allowing your body a longer saturation of nutrients within your cell. Many people use IV therapy to boost energy, pre for workouts & competitions, regenerate cellular function, and can even cure a hangover. IV therapy is the quickest most effective way to support your body's nutrient demands.

We want you to be prepared before having your IV. Listed below are a few steps you can take to ensure and maximize the benefits of your infusion.

Hydrate & Snack

When your body is hydrated your vascular system aka your veins are much more prominent and easier to access. We encourage you to drink water before arriving to have your administration. Having a small snack before is also recommended. This helps stabilize your blood sugar. We recommend hydration and snacks before a drip because this can also help avoid nausea and lightheadedness during or after your administration.

Avoid Vasoconstriction Drugs

All prescribed cardiac medications should be taken as directed. We recommend avoiding over-the-counter vasoconstrictive medications such as anti-histamines or decongestants i.e. Benadryl & Sudafed. Try to avoid taking these over-the-counter medications the morning of your appointment.

These medications can cause vasoconstriction which causes your blood vessel to contract, making it difficult to access your vein. If you have to take any of the listed medications ensure you are EXTRA hydrated coming in for your IV insertion.

Dress for Your IV Injection

We want you to be comfortable during your appointment. The appointment can last 45-60 minutes, so we recommend you wear something that is comfortable sitting for that amount of time. If you want sweats and a tank, or your little black dress we don’t care as long as we can access your arms to insert the IV and monitor your infusion. The fluids are about 20 degrees less than your body temp so during your infusion you can get a little chilled. We recommend layering for temperature control. Also remember if might have to use the bathroom during your infusion so make it easy on yourself. We do provide warm blankets and the ability to relax and rejuvenate on our Medical-Grade Amethyst Biomat. Whatever makes you feel warm, relaxed, and confident is the perfect outfit for your IV therapy.

Bring Entertainment

As entertaining as our Nursing Staff is, they may be attending to other clients during your infusion. Your infusion will take approximately 30-60 minutes and you might need something to help you pass the time. We always recommend mindfulness so try to unplug if you can. Meditate, journal, listen to music, and challenge your mind with a book or puzzle. Of course, you can always bring Netflix or Hulu but please bring headphones so that each of our guests can unwind to what is best for them. Feel free to chat with other guests about their drip or story of what has brought them to Wingspan Nursing, we help all walks of life.

Relax

Receiving an IV can be intimidating but rest assured that our high-quality nursing team and years of experience starting IVs and working in critical care environments. They are quick to respond and always put our patients first. We are nurse-run for a reason and we are here for you. If you have any questions, we ask that you write them down before your appointment. We would be happy to go over them with you to make sure you are fully prepared for your IV infusion.

Anxiety About IVs? Tips From a Fellow Patient

Once you are all set, just remember to breathe you are in good hands, and it's time to start feeling and living your best life. We are here to support you along the way.

Knowing Pre and Post IV care helps alleviate some of the anxiety you may have about IV therapy. Following these steps will help you be the most prepared and comfortable for your appointment. We Strongly recommend asking questions about all of your care and micronutrients you may be receiving. We want to maximize the benefits of your treatment and keep you safe every step of the way.

1.) What Are The Benefits of IV Therapy?

• IV therapies help alleviate dehydration by replenishing the body’s fluids through direct intravenous infusion. Alleviating these symptoms restores your bodies balance and can help increase energy & fatigue

2.) Are IVs Safe

• Yes, all of our protocols have been reviewed by the medical director, and infusions are administered by highly trained medical staff. All medical supplies come from selected companies that put safety and efficiency as top priorities. All compounded micronutrients come from facilities that are FDA and CGMP.

3.) How Frequently Should I Get A Drip?

• IV's can be administered MAX of 2Liters/week. We recommend getting at least 2 IV's per month for general wellness maintenance, but can be given more frequently depending on your condition.

4.) Do You Accept Insurance?

• We currently do not accept insurance but some clients have turned their receipts into their FSA & HSA for reimbursement.

5.) Do You Do Private Parties & Events

• Yes, please contact us for further details. We offer concierge service and also IV drip parties. Discounts apply to parties of 5 or more. We need at least a 48 hours notice for IV drip parties so we can arrange enough staff to fulfill your party/event needs.

6.) What Is Concierges IV Therapy?

• We come to you! This is a great option if you are feeling ill and need an IV drip. We also arrange for hotel, in-home, office & private party.

7.) What Things Can IV Therapy Address?

• Anti-aging

• Allergies/asthma

• Athletic Performance

• Chronic Fatigue & Brain Fog

• Detoxification

• Immune Support

• Energy Improvement

• Headache/Migraine

• Hangover

• Longevity

8.) Do You Offer NAD+ Infusions?

• Yes, you must be approved for NAD and requires a specific intake. If you are interested in NAD+ read more here.

9.) Can You Create A Specific Drip For My Needs?

• Yes, we advise making a therapy plan with your Nurse to make sure we are addressing all of your needs. We can also do Micronutrient Testing to identify your nutritional gaps and deficiencies

10.) How Long Does It Take For An IV Infusion?

• We ask that you plan for a 90-minute visit for your first IV and 30-60 minutes for returning clients.