IV Hydration Therapy
Busy schedules, intense training and travel can all make it harder to stay well hydrated. IV hydration therapy delivers fluids and selected nutrients directly into the bloodstream, and whether it’s appropriate for you is assessed at consultation.
What is IV Hydration?
For most people, drinking water is the appropriate way to stay hydrated. IV fluid therapy involves administering a sterile saline solution, which can be combined with selected vitamins, minerals or amino acids, through a small cannula. Because it enters the bloodstream directly, it bypasses the digestive tract, which can produce higher circulating levels than an equivalent oral dose.
Why Our IV Hydration Services Stand Out
We do not believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Your needs vary with your lifestyle and circumstances, so our practitioners discuss your history and goals before recommending a protocol.
Why Choose a Clinic
- Medical Supervision: every session is overseen by trained practitioners who review your medical history first.
- Sterile Environment: treatments are provided in a clinical setting with appropriate infection control.
- Individual Assessment: we consider whether this treatment is appropriate for you, and will refer you to your GP where that’s more appropriate.
Who Might Consider IV Fluid Therapy?
- People with demanding schedules, looking for hydration and nutrient support
- People who train intensively, for fluid and electrolyte replacement
- Travellers, for rehydration after air travel
- People looking to include it in a broader wellness routine
About the Ingredients
Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA)
ALA is a compound with antioxidant properties that is both water and fat soluble. It's involved in the process by which cells convert glucose into energy.
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Taurine
Taurine is an amino acid produced naturally by the body and also obtained from the diet. It's involved in regulating electrolyte balance within cells.
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Zinc
Taurine is an amino acid produced naturally by the body and also obtained from the diet. It's involved in regulating electrolyte balance within cells.
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Magnesium
Magnesium is involved in a large number of biochemical processes in the body, including normal muscle function.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Typically 45 to 60 minutes. We recommend arriving 10 minutes early for your consultation.
You’ll feel a small prick when the cannula is inserted. Most people find the rest of the session comfortable and many find it relaxing.
This depends on your individual circumstances and your practitioner’s advice.
As with any intravenous procedure, there are risks to be aware of. The most common are bruising or discomfort at the cannula site and a cool sensation in the arm during the infusion. Less common risks include inflammation of the vein, fluid leaking into surrounding tissue, infection and allergic reaction. IV fluids are also not appropriate for everyone, including some people with heart or kidney conditions. Your practitioner will review this with you before treatment.
Yes. We recommend a light snack and staying hydrated beforehand, which also makes cannulation easier.
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