What Conditions Improve with IV Therapy?

Medical infusion therapies help patients maintain a good quality of life by managing chronic illnesses, including rheumatic and autoimmune disorders, more effectively.

To give patients the best possible care and comfort, Comprehensive Arthritis Care supports patients with rheumatic diseases while adhering to the highest standard of arthritis care. 

Our board-certified rheumatologists provide IV infusion therapy in our Hendersonville, Tennessee center. In this post, our team gathered some helpful information about conditions commonly managed with IV infusion therapy. 

Rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory and autoimmune disorder affecting various joints, including those in the hands and feet. While oral medications can be effective, they don't always provide adequate relief. 

IV infusion therapy offers a more direct route of delivering medication, helping to reduce inflammation and pain, preserve joint function, and improve quality of life. The medication includes biologic agents that target specific parts of the immune system that promote inflammation and joint damage. 

Systemic lupus erythematosus

Systemic lupus is also an autoimmune disease, where the body's immune system attacks its own tissues, causing widespread inflammation. Through IV infusion, medications such as corticosteroids and immunosuppressants are delivered directly into the bloodstream. 

These treatments help manage the severe flare-ups associated with lupus by dampening the immune response and reducing inflammation across various body systems.

Ankylosing spondylitis

Ankylosing spondylitis can cause some of the vertebrae in your spine to fuse together, leading to reduced flexibility and a hunched-forward posture. 

IV infusion therapy for ankylosing spondylitis typically involves biologic medications that specifically target inflammatory processes that cause spinal pain and stiffness. 

Psoriatic arthritis

For psoriatic arthritis, which may affect individuals who have the skin condition psoriasis (or may affect those who don’t), IV therapy administers drugs that act on the immune system to prevent joint inflammation and damage. Treatments such as biologics help reduce both joint pain and skin symptoms, improving joint function and preventing further deterioration of the skin.

Sjögren’s syndrome

This immune system disorder characterized by dry eyes and dry mouth can benefit from IV therapy, particularly when it comes to managing joint pain and swelling associated with the condition.

Sjögren’s syndrome can be treated with IV infusions of immunosuppressive drugs. These medications help alleviate the symptoms by reducing the body's immune response, providing significant relief from the joint pain and dryness associated with the condition.

Gout and pseudogout

Both gout and pseudogout, which cause painful joint inflammation, can be treated with IV infusions. Therapy delivers powerful anti-inflammatory medications directly into the bloodstream, providing rapid relief from pain and reducing inflammation.

Advantages of IV infusion therapy

The direct delivery system of IV infusion therapy means that medications bypass the digestive system and enter the bloodstream immediately. This provides a quicker response in symptom relief, which is crucial for patients dealing with intense pain and discomfort. 

What to expect during an IV infusion therapy appointment

Comprehensive Arthritis Care ensures that the treatment experience is comfortable. Patients relax in a cozy recliner, use high-speed internet, read, or even nap while receiving their treatment. A typical infusion therapy session can take from 30 minutes to several hours, depending on the specific medication being administered. 

IV infusion therapy at Comprehensive Arthritis Care

IV therapy is a critical option for managing complex autoimmune diseases and rheumatic conditions. Comprehensive Arthritis Care offers a state-of-the-art facility and patient-centered therapy, with a goal of providing patients with rheumatic diseases the very best care.

If you or a loved one is living with a rheumatic condition, consider how IV infusion therapy might provide relief and support long-term health. To learn more and to get started, contact our Hendersonville, Tennessee office today!