PTSD

PTSD

PTSD

about ketamine for ptsd

How can ketamine infusion therapy provide rapid and long-lasting relief from PTSD symptoms? More than 8 million adults in the U.S. suffer from Post-traumatic stress disorder, and it has recently been recognized as a major health related issue. Post-traumatic stress disorder can be a debilitating illness with a large range of emotions and triggers that deserve to be addressed like any other medical or physical ailment.  It is prevalent in military personnel and victims of domestic violence or traumatic event.   Ketamine has been associated with a rapid and significant reduction in PTSD symptom severity with the first infusion.   Although the mechanism of action of ketamine is not fully understood it is thought that it works via the NMDA receptors similar to depression.  

The cerebral cortex is one of the areas of the brain that is affected by PTSD. This part of the brain is partly responsible for the thought processes that occur during and after a trauma. The current understanding is that certain synapses within the brain fail to function properly during and after a traumatic event. These neurotransmitters then begin to misfire and continue to contribute to Post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms. Using Ketamine Infusion Therapy to treat PTSD stimulates the brain to release glutamate, which is a hormone that is associated with regrowth and regeneration within these critical neural synapses.

 

Ketamine Infusion Therapy for PTSD has been shown to reduce the rates of suicide for people who struggle with this condition. Those with additional conditions, such as depression, find additional benfits from the infusions. This allows many patients to use a single type of treatment instead of multiple medications.

 

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Find Relief from PTSD with Ketamine Infusion Therapy!

Ketamine infusion therapy can help you find relief from Post-traumatic stress disorder. If you are interested in learning more about our services give us a call. Book a free 10-minute consultation with one of our providers now. Let us help you finally discover relief!

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