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StriveMD Featured on WCIA: Bringing Innovative Ketamine Therapy to Champaign-Urbana
We're excited to announce that StriveMD Wellness and Ketamine of Champaign/Urbana was recently featured on WCIA news! Our team had the opportunity to showcase our innovative approach to treating depression, anxiety, and PTSD using ketamine therapy.
Welcome to StrIVeMD Wellness and Ketamine!
In a world that's becoming increasingly aware of the importance of mental health, the search for effective treatments is paramount. While traditional methods have undoubtedly served many, the side effects accompanying these treatments often leave individuals seeking alternative routes. Enter StrIVeMD Wellness and Ketamine—a practice dedicated to reimagining therapy, shifting paradigms, and introducing the power of tailored alternative care.
The Use of IV Ketamine for Opiate Addiction: A Comprehensive Look
Opiate addiction is a pervasive and devastating issue affecting millions of people worldwide. Traditional treatment methods, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with methadone or buprenorphine, counseling, and support groups, have shown efficacy but also face limitations.
Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) to Help with Addiction: A Promising Approach
Addiction is a pervasive issue that affects millions of people worldwide, causing significant personal, social, and economic consequences. Traditional treatments for addiction, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), counseling, and support groups, have varying levels of success.
Recognizing When a Friend or Loved One is Struggling
A recent thread on Reddit was “What screams "I´m not doing so well mentally"?” Recognizing signs that someone may be struggling with their mental health is important, as early intervention and support can make a significant difference in helping someone cope with their challenges.
Use of Exosomes and Platelet Rich Plasma to Combat Hair Loss
Hair loss is a common concern that can affect people of all ages and genders. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, medical conditions, hormonal changes, stress, and lifestyle choices.
What Causes Depression?
Depression isn't merely a state of feeling sad or low; it's a serious medical condition with biological roots.
Stellate Ganglion Block for Long COVID- a Potential Game changer for a Chronic Debilitating Condition
Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC), is a condition characterized by persistent or lingering symptoms following an acute COVID-19 infection.
Exploring the Promise of Ketamine for Pediatric Pain and Depression: A Groundbreaking Treatment Approach
In recent years, ketamine has emerged as a groundbreaking treatment option for pediatric patients suffering from both pain and depression. Traditionally known as an anesthetic agent and recreational drug, ketamine's therapeutic potential in psychiatry and pain management has sparked significant interest among clinicians and researchers. In this blog, we delve into the promising role of ketamine in pediatric populations, exploring its efficacy, safety, and implications for treating pain and depression in children and adolescents.
What are the Signs and Symptoms of PTSD?
Learn about the signs and symptoms of PTSD. Expert insights on identifying and managing post-traumatic stress disorder for mental health support.
Unlocking the Potential of GLP-1 Drugs: Benefits, Types, and Side Effects
In recent years, GLP-1 drugs have emerged as a promising class of medications for managing type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and obesity.
The Vital Connection: Understanding the Importance of Sleep and Its Profound Impact on Mental Health
Depression and anxiety can have a serious impact on sleep, which can cause chronic sleep deprivation which can lead to a number of issues. Intravenous ketamine infusions and stellate ganglion block may help significantly with treatment resistant mood disorders, but sleep sometimes remains problematic.