At Marda Loop Naturopathic and Wellness Clinic, our intervenous (IV) treatments are administered in an IV room consisting of reclining chairs in a cozy, calm environment.
At times, our bodies need more nutrients than we can get from our diet or supplements. Sometimes, we may need to use nutrients in a way that goes beyond our body’s usual needs to treat a specific condition or boost overall body function.
During these moments, we provide a solution by delivering medicine, nutrients, vitamins, and minerals directly into the bloodstream. This allows for quick and effective replenishment of essential stores, helping the body heal efficiently.
IV formulas can incorporate any of the following:
The two are not always mutually exclusive, but IV therapy confers several advantages:
We look forward to hosting you in our IV suite. For your safety and optimal results, we require a medical review by our Naturopathic Doctors or a referral from a qualified doctor for IV treatments.
If you’re interested in booking IV therapy and are new to our clinic, your first step is to schedule an IV Initial Consultation with one of our Naturopathic Doctors.
Your Naturopathic Doctor will:
Note: Whenever possible, we aim to provide both the consultation and your IV treatment in the same visit—provided all required information is available and time allows.
Because Naturopathic Doctors do not have direct access to your lab results, you will need to provide a copy.
You can:
Once obtained, you can:
If you don’t have recent lab work, we can provide a requisition during your IV Initial Consultation.
To proceed with booking your IV Initial Consultation, please confirm:
If it’s been more than a year since your last IV therapy session—or if you’ve never discussed IV therapy with your Naturopathic Doctor—you’ll need to book a brief follow-up appointment before proceeding.
Your Naturopathic Doctor will:
We may also request a copy of your recent bloodwork before your appointment to ensure safe and effective care.
Once approved, you’ll be able to book your recommended IV therapy sessions.
Typical Health History Review Required For IV Treatment
Have IV questions? Give us a call!
| Multi-Mineral IV – All Around Nutrient Boost | This IV bag, blending vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, B vitamins, trace minerals, and electrolytes, fuels metabolic processes, balances electrolytes, and promotes healing and tissue repair. It boosts immunity, replenishes energy, and aids various healing types. Administration takes 45-60 minutes. |
| Glutathione IV – Potent Antioxidant Boost | Glutathione, a potent antioxidant, decreases oxidative stress from causes like concussions, injuries, stress, toxins, aging, and exercise. Replenishing it aids tissue repair, concussion recovery, anti-aging, and improves liver and kidney function. Administration takes 15-20 minutes *Can be added to Multi-Mineral or Myers IVs. |
| Myers IV – General Body Boost | This IV provides an instant boost with optimal doses of vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, and B vitamins. It can support energy, enhance mood, improve sleep, and support recovery from illness or injury. It takes 30-45 minutes for administration. |
| Cancer IV Therapies | High-dose IV vitamin C has been shown to be a safe and effective support alongside traditional cancer treatments like chemotherapy and radiation. By acting as a pro-oxidant, it helps target cancer cells more effectively, enhancing the overall treatment process. |
| Vitamin C – Chronic Infections, Immune Support & Tissue Healing | IV vitamin C treatments are categorized into either oxidative therapy for chronic infections or anti-oxidative treatments for general health, immune support, allergies, and tissue healing. It can be administered alone in high doses or combined with other vitamins and minerals at lower doses. |
| Muscle Relax – Migraine, Cramps & Muscle Pain Relief | Migraines, headaches, menstrual cramps, muscle spasms, and pain may benefit from this IV treatment, which takes 30-40 minutes to administer. |
| Super Immune – Cold and Flu Busting Immune Support | This IV significantly benefits acute infections and recovery from conditions ranging from the common cold to pneumonia and surgical wounds, by delivering essential nutrients directly to affected tissues. Administration takes 90-120 minutes. |
| Wound Healing IV – Pre / Post Surgery Healing & Soft Tissue Wounds | This IV combines antioxidant power with nutrients for tissue healing, ideal for pre and post-surgery and soft tissue wound recovery. Administration takes 60 minutes. |
| Rehydration | Dehydration, whether acute or chronic from exercise, illness, or lifestyle, can cause fatigue, cramps, and weakness. This custom IV can include saline, electrolytes, minerals, vitamins, and amino acids as needed. Takes 45 – 120 minutes. *Great for pregnancy ladies. |
| Custom formulations | The formulations listed here merely serve as an introduction to some of the applications and recipes commonly used in our practice. IV bags are customized to the needs of the patient, blending vitamins, minerals, amino acids, antioxidants, botanicals, immune agents, phospholipids, electrolytes, and sugars to immediately feed the body with the vital nutrients it needs. |
We do not. That said, our Naturopathic Doctors can refer patients for this therapy.
Consult one of our Naturopathic Doctors below for a personalized IV therapy plan.
Have questions about IVs? Give us a call!
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