IV Therapy

How Does Chelation Work?

Several different chelating agents can be  used to chelate (pull out)  heavy metals out of the body including EDTA, DPMS, DTPA, and DMSA. These agents are effective when administered in consistent dosages over time through IV therapy and sometimes by taking oral capsules.    Each IV treatment takes approximately 30 minutes and must be performed in a series of  weekly sessions over time with regular blood and urine testing to monitor the kidneys  and liver.  It is important to replenish beneficial elements such as copper, zinc, calcium and other trace minerals before and after chelation treatment to prevent nutritional deficiencies.

Chelation therapy can be an effective way to combat environmental exposure to chemicals, pesticides, solvents, food additives, and heavy metals, which are on the rise.  Causal relationships between toxic chemicals and diseases are continuing to be studied and implicated in many underlying health conditions like chronic fatigue, headaches, auto-immune diseases, mood disorders, and cancer to name a few. Many patients endure chronic symptoms that are associated with exposure to toxins long before advanced stages of specific diseases are even realized.

Common Toxic heavy metals and conditions they can cause.

 Mercury Toxicity

The most toxic form of mercury is methylmercury which is absorbed easily by the body. It has been shown to be toxic to the nervous system, damaging brain cells. Mercury toxicity can cause psychological symptoms such as: Irritability, excitability, temper outbursts, quarreling, fearfulness/anxiety, restlessness, depression and insomnia along with chronic fatigue and poor memory. Mercury chronically activates the immune system which can lead to autoimmune conditions. This heavy metal has been shown to have adverse neuro-developmental effects on children as well.  It is commonly found in larger fresh/saltwater fish as well as in the soil and air around facilities that burn coal.

Lead Toxicity

Lead has physiological and pathological effects on body tissues that may be manifested from even relatively low lead levels. In children, developmental disorders and behavior problems may occur at relatively low levels: loss of IQ, hearing loss, poor growth/failure to thrive.  Lead toxicity has also been linked to:  impaired vitamin D metabolism, headaches, metallic taste in the mouth, loss of appetite, constipation, colic, anemia, tremors, and neuropathy (damage to nerves with symptoms of tingling, numbness, muscle weakness). Lead can be very destructive to the kidneys and nerves.  It is stored by the body and can accumulate in the bones.  It can be found in lead-based paints, ceramic glaze on some pottery/ceramics, the soil near industrial areas that have stored leaded gasoline, recycled lead-acid batteries, radiator repair and activities that involve the use of lead solder such as welding and stained-glass work.

Cadmium Toxicity

Cadmium can accumulate in the kidneys and is associated with kidney damage and can target the bones lowering bone density which can result in osteopenia (weak bones) and osteoporosis (brittle bones). Chronic conditions associated with cadmium toxicity include high blood pressure, weight loss, anemia, uterine fibroids, emphysema and pulmonary fibrosis (if inhalation from smoking was a route of contamination), atherosclerosis, poor concentration and peripheral neuropathy (damage to nerves with symptoms of tingling, numbness, muscle weakness). Cadmium exposure has been linked to lung, renal, prostate and pancreatic cancers as well as to hypothyroidism.   Common cadmium exposure sources include eating vegetables and cereal grains grown in contaminated soil.   It is estimated that 40% of human cadmium exposure comes from rice.  Vegetarians/vegans are more likely to be exposed to higher levels of cadmium in their diet vegetables such as lentils, spinach, lettuce, root vegetables are also known to be high in cadmium.  Other sources include shellfish and oragan meats (kidney/liver).   It is also commonly found in cigarette smoke including second hand smoke.

Aluminum Toxicity

Aluminum is considered toxic to the brain. Poor memory and concentration, chronic fatigue and mood disorders such as depression and anxiety are symptoms of Aluminum toxicity. Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and breast cancer have also been linked to this heavy metal.  The main source of oral intake of aluminum is in our everyday food supply. Sources that have the highest aluminum include, baking mixes, self-rising flour, dairy creamers, aspirin, anti-caking agents, baking powder, American processed cheese and Canned foods/beverages    These usually provide 4,000–9,000 micrograms intake per day.  Using antacids may increase oral intake up to 5,000,000 micrograms.  Working in an aluminum processing plant increases aluminum intake by up to 25,000 micrograms by inhalation.   Deodorants containing aluminum compounds may increase entrance of this metal into the body up to 50,000–75,000 micrograms per day.

Other Heavy Metals

Arsenic, Antimony, Barium, Beryllium, Bismuth, Cesium, Nickel, Palladium, Platinum, Tellurium, Thallium, Thorium, Tin, Titanium, Tungsten, and Uranium may also be playing a negative role in your overall health.

Gadolinium and Gadolinium Deposition Disease:

Gadolinium Deposition Disease (GDD)  is a relatively new condition that mostly affects young and middle-aged white women of central european genetic origin.   The most common symptoms are fatigue, brain fog, skin pain, skin discoloration, bone pain, muscle fasciculations, and pins and needles, but a long list of additional symptoms is reported. Gadolinium nano particles have been detected in both the brain and the kidneys.   The time of onset of symptoms ranges from immediately after exposure to 1 month after gadolinium-based contrast agent (GBCA) administration used during MRI’s with contrast.  The primary treatment is to avoid further GBCAs and metal removal through chelation. Presently, the most effective chelating agent is DTPA because of its high affinity with gadolinium.  Other chelating agents can also be used as well.   The disease becomes progressively more severe with each subsequent GBCA injection or exposure. It is generally very treatable after the first symptoms of GDD, often arising after the first GBCA injection.  Gadolinium is excreted in the urine and has been detected in various levels in our water supply as current wastewater treatment does not address this metal.

Just about any water soluble nutrient or medication can be administered by IV.   Depending on the needs of the patient, an IV treatment can be customized for their individual needs.   Some common wellness IVs such as the Myer’s Cocktail, the Immune Boost and the High Dose Vitamin C IV have become synonymous with general health and wellness.  At Advanced Regenerative Medicine, we offer not only the more commonly known IVs, but we can add on additional nutrients depending on the client’s needs for a truly customized treatment far beyond what you can get in other franchised IV offices.  These add on therapies may include  the addition of stem cells and exosomes as part of our anti-aging and regenerative protocol.   We also offer additional vitamins, minerals, amino acids, peptides, glutathione as well as high dose IV vitamin C up to 100 grams (100,000 mg) and  prescription medications if needed.

IV therapies offered:   (should we put prices here?   Costs are subject to change…..)

Hydration- specially formulated liquids are injected into a vein to prevent or treat dehydration. They’re used in people of all ages who are sick, injured, dehydrated from exercise or heat, or after diarrhea and or vomiting.  This is essential after gastric sleeve or other bariatric surgery.

Myers Cocktail- Alleviates migraines, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, upper respiratory tract infections, chronic sinusitis, seasonal allergies, cardiovascular disease, and more.

Immune boost— provides the body with vitamins and antioxidants including vitamin C and Zinc boost the immune system, improve skin, increase energy, restore hydration, and accelerate illness recovery

Colds/Flu/Covid treatment—a combination IV that will boost your immune system, and replace vital fluids as well as depleted vitamins, minerals.  This IV also includes a Vitamin D injection.

 Glutathione—  glutathione  is the most powerful antioxidant in the body. It is effective for those who are stressed, toxic, aging, lacking sleep or with any prolonged illness. It strengthens the immune system, guards against the effects of free radicals, regulates inflammation, and repairs DNA.

*PC/ phosphatidylcholine   (detox/memory booster) phosphatidylcholine  can restore the cellular membranes to their former integrity. This improves the cells’ ability to communicate with each other and eliminate toxins across the membrane and transport nutrients more efficiently.

* High dose Vitamin C  (up to 100 grams)-Helps to repair a wide variety of chronic conditions. High dose vitamin C is toxic to cancer cells, an antiviral agent, it eliminates toxins, has a mild chelating effect for the removal of heavy metals, is an antihistamine to fight allergies, and repairs collagen.

*NAD + (500 mg and 1000 mg)   is a versatile treatment that promotes overall well-being and helps your body maintain optimal performance over time. NAD slows aging, boosts metabolism, improves mental clarity, increases energy, reverses skin damage, helps repair DNA and lowers inflammation.

*Poly MVA /DCA: Poly-MVA maintains and enhances the function of mitochondria, the main source of energy within cells. Poly-MVA protects healthy cells using aerobic respiration from damage and enhances their function and action. The clinical effects of Poly-MVA as a beneficial adjunct in chemotherapy has proven successful  in laboratory studies with countless patients, as well as in clinics and hospitals nationwide.

*Hydrogen peroxide-This therapy boosts the immune system to combat viruses, fungal infections such as Candida, as well as acute bacterial infections. It also improves the circulatory system.

*The Hang Over Cure- a blend of IV fluids and nutrients to help you recover quickly.  IV Also includes medication that will stop vomiting and the pounding headache fast.

* treatment cannot be ordered without medical provider prior approval and may require a blood test prior to administration of some therapies. 

Benefits of IV Nutritional Therapy:

• Boosts energy
• Detoxifies the body
• Stimulates the immune system
• Helps prevent/treats acute  illness
• Corrects nutritional deficiencies
• Nutrients are 100% absorbed
• Decreases arterial plaque and fatty liver deposits
• Combats chronic fatigue
• Reduced the symptoms of hangovers
• Anti-aging benefits and improves memory
• Effective treatment for migraines and asthma.
• Improves cellular membrane health
• Improves memory
• Improves male sexual health

 Phosphatidylcholine IV (New)

All of the cells in the human body are encapsulated with a membrane that’s made up of a double layer of phospholipids. Phosphatidylcholine (PC) is the most essential phospholipid and it’s found in young, healthy cellular membranes. As we age, the amount of PC in the cellular membranes decreases. It is replaced with less efficient phospholipids that can trap and retain common toxic compounds like heavy metals and pesticides.  Age and chronic illness affect the functional integrity of cell membranes, which has a major impact on the gastrointestinal, vascular and neurological systems. By replenishing the supply of phosphatidylcholine to cells with an IV infusion, you can improve cellular function everywhere in the body.  Most patients will receive between 8 to 10 phosphatidylcholine IV infusions over 1 to 2 months. The treatments themselves can take up to two hours as we also recommend that you follow your PC infusion with a glutathione IV for optimal results.

Any condition that is associated with poor cellular membrane health can be treated with PC supplementation. These include:

• Fatty liver disease
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Toxic Overload, Including Mold Toxicity
• Recovery from Stroke and Brain Injury/Trauma
• Autoimmune Disease
• Neurodegenerative Disorders, Including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, and Memory Loss
• High Cholesterol and Heart Disease
• Neuropathy and Other Nerve Disorders
• Migraines
• Ulcerative Colitis/Inflammatory Bowel Disease
• Skin Issues, Including Eczema and Acne
• PMS
• Anxiety and Other Mood Disorders
• Premature Aging

How it all works:

Initial consultation:

It begins with a detailed conversation and examination with our highly and experienced medical providers.  We welcome your medical records as well as your questions.  Sometimes xrays or even lab testing may be part of your initial work up.   Our goal is to determine the nature of your condition(s) and to assist you in understanding what is going and how various treatments can help restore your health and function.

Formulation of a treatment plan

Once we know your baseline health, medical problems, and treatment goals, we will design a personalized treatment program for your health, wellness and regenerative needs including, Nutrition, supplements, injections, IV therapy as well as other adjunct therapies to help you reach optimal health.

 Maintenance therapy

The body is always in a state of change and needs ongoing care.  Once your initial treatment plan is completed, we can help you to maintain your health with an ongoing program that aims to keep you healthy and  fits your budget allowing you to enjoy the benefits of optimal health.   We will work together to ensure that you become the healthiest version of you.