What is Infusion IV therapy?
Infusion therapy is the administration of medication or fluids through a catheter or needle. In hospital and healthcare settings, it is commonly used to administer medication that the patient can’t take orally. Infusion therapy places the medication or fluids directly into the body, bypassing the stomach for more effective delivery. It is particularly beneficial for patients who cannot swallow medications and need immediate relief or treatment. This therapy also allows for more controlled dosing as the machine can administer it slowly into the bloodstream.
What diseases are treated with infusion therapy?
We can treat many diseases with the help of infusion therapy. Our team can administer various injectable medications, nutrition, and hydration with the aid of infusion therapy. Here is more information about the type of outpatient infusion therapies we provide.
Infusion Therapy for Nerve Pain
Patients struggling with nerve pain can find immediate relief with the help of infusion therapy. We can administer various medications intravenously depending on the specific type of nerve pain the patient is experiencing. Medication that we can administer with IV therapy includes magnesium, clonidine, lidocaine, ketamine, bisphosphonates, and more. The specific medication for your needs is mixed with saline in an IV bag and allowed to infuse over a period of time.
Infusion Therapy for Cancer
The most common infusion therapy for cancer patients is chemotherapy. During a chemotherapy treatment, powerful anticancer drugs are delivered directly into the bloodstream, allowing the medication to attack cancer cells. In addition to chemotherapy, infusion therapy can help patients stay hydrated during treatment.
Are Chemotherapy and Infusion Therapy the Same?
Chemotherapy is just one type of infusion therapy treatment given to those who have been diagnosed with cancer. While chemotherapy is commonly administered through IV therapy, it can also be injected with a needle into the arm or taken as a pill.
Infusion Therapy for MS
Infusion therapy can significantly benefit patients with autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis. While the treatments won’t cure the disease, they can relieve symptoms and speed up the recovery process after an attack. Two of the most common infusion therapy treatments for those with multiple sclerosis include corticosteroids and plasma exchange.
Infusion Therapy for Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis patients can also find immediate relief from their symptoms through the help of infusion therapy. Medication for osteoporosis, such as bisphosphonates, helps to improve bone mass and slow down bone loss. Infusion therapy is an excellent treatment for osteoporosis patients who struggle to swallow pills. In addition, it won’t cause an upset stomach, a common side effect of these oral medications.
Types of Infusion Therapy Offered by Dignity HHH
In-Home Infusion Therapy
At Dignity, we’re proud to offer in-home infusion therapy services for patients. This type of treatment has been proven an effective and safe alternative to going to an infusion center. It’s ideal for a patient who can’t easily leave their house and allows them to receive the treatment in the safety and comfort of their own home. Patients and caregivers alike enjoy the convenience, effectiveness, and efficiency of these therapy services.