Ketamine For chronic pain

Treating Chronic Pain with Ketamine at Lakeview Wellness Clinic

Understanding Chronic Pain

Chronic pain is a persistent condition that can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. It often lasts for months or even years, and traditional treatments do not always provide relief. Ketamine infusion therapy offers a promising alternative for managing various types of chronic pain, including fibromyalgia, neuropathic pain, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), and migraines.

What is Ketamine?

Ketamine is an anesthetic drug that has been used safely for decades. It works by targeting NMDA receptors in the brain and spinal cord, which play a key role in pain perception and modulation. By blocking these receptors, ketamine can interrupt pain signals and reduce the sensation of pain. Additionally, ketamine promotes neuroplasticity, helping the brain to form new, healthy neural connections, which can lead to sustained pain relief.

Conditions Treated with Ketamine

Fibromyalgia

  • What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties. The exact cause is unknown, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors.
  • How Can Ketamine Help? Ketamine can help manage fibromyalgia by reducing pain and improving mood and sleep quality. Its action on NMDA receptors can alleviate the heightened pain sensitivity associated with fibromyalgia, offering hope to those who have not found relief with other treatments.

Neuropathic Pain

  • What is Neuropathic Pain? Neuropathic pain is caused by damage or dysfunction in the nervous system. It can result from conditions like diabetes, shingles, or nerve injuries and is often described as a burning, stabbing, or shooting pain.

  • How Can Ketamine Help? Ketamine can be particularly effective for neuropathic pain because it targets the NMDA receptors involved in pain signaling. By blocking these receptors, ketamine can reduce the intensity of neuropathic pain and improve overall quality of life.

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)

  • What is CRPS? CRPS is a chronic pain condition that typically affects one limb after an injury. It is characterized by severe pain, swelling, and changes in the skin. The pain associated with CRPS is often disproportionate to the initial injury.

  • How Can Ketamine Help? Ketamine can help alleviate CRPS by interrupting pain signals and reducing inflammation. Its neuroplastic effects can also promote healing and recovery in the affected limb, offering a potential path to long-term relief.

Migraines

  • What are Migraines? Migraines are intense, throbbing headaches that can be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. They can last for hours or even days and significantly impact daily activities.

  • How Can Ketamine Help? Ketamine can provide rapid relief for migraines by targeting the brain’s pain pathways. Its ability to modulate NMDA receptors can reduce the frequency and severity of migraine attacks, offering hope for those who suffer from chronic migraines.

Benefits of Ketamine Therapy for Chronic Pain

  • Rapid Pain Relief: Ketamine can provide significant pain relief within hours or days, much faster than traditional pain medications.
  • Interrupting Pain Signals: By blocking NMDA receptors, ketamine can effectively interrupt chronic pain signals.
  • Neuroplasticity: By promoting neuroplasticity, ketamine helps the brain and spinal cord form new, healthy neural connections, which can lead to long-lasting relief.
  • Effectiveness: Particularly beneficial for individuals who have not responded to other treatments.
  • Improved Quality of Life: Reduced pain can lead to improved overall functioning and well-being.

What to Expect During Ketamine Infusion Therapy

At Lakeview Wellness Clinic, ketamine is administered through an intravenous (IV) line in a safe and supportive environment. Our experienced medical team, led by Jennifer Hammond Eze, MSN, CRNA, ARNP, closely monitors each patient to ensure their safety and comfort. With over 20 years of healthcare experience, Jennifer provides compassionate and personalized care to each individual.
  • Initial Consultation: We begin with a thorough assessment to determine if ketamine therapy is appropriate for you.
  • Customized Treatment Plan: Based on your specific needs, we develop a personalized treatment plan.
  • Ketamine Infusions: Treatments are administered in our tranquil clinic, with each session typically lasting 2-4 hours for chronic pain conditions.
  • Continuous Monitoring: Your vital signs are closely monitored throughout the infusion to ensure your safety and comfort.
  • Ongoing Support: Our team provides continuous monitoring and support throughout treatment to ensure the best possible outcome

Cost of Treatment

  • Chronic Pain: 2-hour infusion – $800
  • Chronic Pain: 4-hour infusion – Please contact us for pricing

Take the Next Step

If you are struggling with fibromyalgia, neuropathic pain, complex regional pain syndrome, or migraines and have not found relief with traditional treatments, ketamine therapy at Lakeview Wellness Clinic may offer the hope and healing you need. Request a free consultation with us to explore whether ketamine therapy is the right choice for you.