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• Bypassing Digestive Issues: IV nutrition is not affected by stomach or intestinal diseases, as the nutrients are directly administered into the bloodstream. This allows individuals with digestive disorders to receive essential nutrients without the risk of malabsorption or gastrointestinal discomfort.

• Maximum Absorption: When nutrients are delivered intravenously, the entire amount of the infusion enters the bloodstream and becomes readily available to the tissues. Unlike oral intake, where some nutrients may be lost during digestion and absorption, IV nutrition ensures optimal absorption and utilization of nutrients.

• Higher Dosages: IV administration allows for higher doses of nutrients to be given compared to oral intake. This is especially beneficial for individuals who require increased nutrient levels due to underlying health conditions or higher metabolic demands. IV therapy enables the safe and effective delivery of therapeutic doses that may not be possible through oral supplementation alone.

• Minimized Intestinal Irritation: Some individuals may experience gastrointestinal irritation or discomfort when taking high doses of nutrients orally. IV nutrition bypasses the digestive system, reducing the risk of intestinal irritation that can occur with oral supplementation. This is particularly important for individuals with sensitive digestive systems or those unable to tolerate oral intake.

• Discomfort, bruising and pain at the site of injection

• Inflammation of the vein used for injection, phlebitis, metabolic disturbances and injury

• Severe reaction, anaphylaxis, cardiac arrest or death

Semaglutide 

Weekly Injection Prices Tirzepatide

Weekly Injection Prices

0.25 mg: $120/week (5 units)

 2.5 mg: $125/week (10 units)

0.5 mg: $130/week (10 units)

 5 mg: $145/week (20 units)

1.0 mg: $140/week (20 units)

 7.5 mg: $165/week (30 units)

1.75 mg: $155/week (35 units)

 10 mg: $185/week (40 units)

2.5 mg: $175/week (50 units)

 12.5 mg: $205/week (50 units)

 15 mg: $225/week (60 units)

Trigger Point Muscle Therapy is favored for the treatment of pain disorders and other painful conditions caused by knotted muscles, known as trigger points. Because the injections are minimally invasive they offer a range of advantages, including quicker recovery times, lower risk of infection and complications, minimal scarring and the ability to be performed as an outpatient procedure.

During a trigger point injection procedure, a small needle is carefully inserted into the specific problem area where the muscle knots are most severe. The injection itself consists of a combination of a local anesthetic, saline and sometimes an anti-inflammatory medication.

The purpose of the injection is to deactivate the trigger point and provide relief from pain. Typically, a short series of treatments leads to lasting relief. The injections are quick and usually only take a few minutes to administer. In some cases, multiple trigger points may be treated in a single visit.

During a trigger point injections procedure, a healthcare professional carefully applies pressure to a trigger point in order to observe muscle twitches and assess the patient's pain. This can be done using either their hand or a specialized device. The purpose of this examination is to help the provider identify the specific muscles that are causing pain and could potentially benefit from injections.

Once the painful area has been pinpointed, the practitioner uses a small needle to inject medications directly into the trigger point. Common treatment areas include the arms, legs, lower back, and neck. Typically, these injections consist of a local anesthetic to numb the area and a synthetic steroid to reduce inflammation. By working together, these medications help alleviate the pain and disperse the trigger point.

Normally, a short series of trigger point injections provides long-lasting pain relief. The injections are administered in the doctor's office and only take a few minutes to complete. Multiple trigger points may be treated in one session.

Like any medical procedure, trigger point injections are not without risks. There are potential complications that can arise from complications such as:

1. Pain: Some patients may experience temporary discomfort or pain at the injection site.

2. Bleeding: In rare cases, there may be minor bleeding at the injection site.

3. Infection: Although uncommon, there is a risk of infection at the site of the injection. This risk can be minimized by following proper sterile techniques.

4. Allergic reaction to the anesthetic agent: Some individuals may have an allergic reaction to the local anesthetic used during the injection. It is important to screen patients for any known allergies before proceeding with the treatment.

5. Systemic anesthetic toxicity: In very rare cases, the local anesthetic can be absorbed into the bloodstream and cause systemic effects, such as dizziness, confusion, or seizures.

6. Formation of a hematoma: There is a small risk of hematoma formation, which is a collection of blood under the skin at the injection site.

7. Vascular injury: Although uncommon, there is a risk of injury to blood vessels during the injection procedure. Proper technique and knowledge of anatomical structures can help minimize this risk.

It is important to note that complications such as pneumothorax (a collapsed lung) are rare but have been reported, particularly when treating trigger points in the cervicothoracic region.

While this is an extremely rare occurance, there has been a reported case of severe hypokalemic paralysis following trigger point injections. 

There are certain instances in which trigger point injections may not be suitable. These instances can be categorized as absolute contraindications 

and relative contraindications.

Absolute contraindications are situations in which trigger point injections should never be performed. These include:

• Cases where the patient explicitly refuses the treatment
• If there is an active infection directly over the site of the trigger point
• If there is a local open skull defect
• If the trigger point cannot be safely accessed using a needle.

Relative contraindications are situations in which caution should be exercised before proceeding with trigger point injections. These include:

• Patients who are currently taking anticoagulation medications 
• Pregnant patients 
• Patients whose anatomical landmarks are indistinguishable, making it difficult to accurately locate the trigger point. 
• Individuals with severe fibromyalgia
• A history of keloid formation
• Poorly controlled psychiatric disorders, or patients who experience high levels of anxiety or have a strong fear of needles.

**It is also important to avoid using local anesthetics in patients who have known allergies to them.