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What is ketamine?
Ketamine, or C13H16ClNO, has a well documented history of use both as a general anesthetic and anesthesia adjunct dating all the way back to the 1960's. In fact, it first found widespread human use on the battlefields of Vietnam due to its desirable combination of potent pain killing effects and minimal respiratory side effects. Today, ketamine is commonly used in the operating room as an anesthesia adjunct for these same properties (a small dose of ketamine is often used after a patient has been put under anesthesia to reduce pain once the patients wakes up) and in many veterinary procedures.
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However, in the early 2000's researchers began studying ketamine's powerful effects on depression, anxiety disorders (PTSD and OCD) and chronic pain. In fact, the first study highlighting ketamine's positive effects on depression was published at Yale in 2000. Today clinics are opening across the country and offering hope for many who have no where else to turn. Read further to learn more about who ketamine can help or download our resource doc below:
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Are there risks associated with ketamine treatment?
As with any medical treatment there may be inherent risks for certain groups of people. We do not recommend ketamine treatments if you have a history of very high blood pressure, certain types of cardiovascular conditions, current brain swelling, glaucoma or if you suffer from certain types of psychological conditions.
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If you would like to know more about the risks associated with ketamine contact us directly or download our free informational resource document below:
What is the treatment experience like?
Before any treatment can begin, all new patients must complete a health screening call with one of our licensed CRNA's and provide us with an accurate and up to date medical history. This ensures we have all the information we need to determine if a ketamine infusion is the correct treatment for your particular situation.
Once our health screening process is complete, Florida law requires we receive a referral letter from a qualified mental health professional. We will provide you with a letter during your new patient on-boarding process or, if you are not currently working with a mental health professional, we are happy to refer you to someone in the area.
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After all the new patient paperwork is complete we will work with you to develop a time to come in and begin treatment. A typical ketamine treatment is broken into 6 separate infusions spaced out every 2-3 days for a total treatment cycle of 2-3 weeks. Each infusion takes roughly 40-60 minutes to complete and is administered in a comfortable setting under the direct supervision of a licensed CRNA. Once your infusion is complete you will need someone to drive you home from our office.
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