Category: Rehabilitation

Bellaire ER IV Hydration therapy Treatment


Here at Bellaire ER we believe in helping people with their health, from serious life threatening medical conditions, to minor cuts, burns or simply the flu. We are a stand-alone Emergency room in the heart of Bellaire near the galleria. We pride ourselves on NO wait times, the best and friendliest staff, and getting you in and out and back to what’s really important in life. We are so pleased to announce a new service at our ER called IV Hydration Therapy.

Intravenous (IV) nutrition is a method of feeding vitamins, minerals, and other natural substances directly into a patient’s bloodstream. Bypassing the digestive system is the main advantage of IV nutrition. When substances are given orally they must be processed through the stomach and the intestines. Many substances may be rendered inactive in the digestive tract, or may not be well absorbed due to poor intestinal function. By directly administering nutrients to the body higher than normal blood levels can be achieved. These increased levels can provide an immediate therapeutic response by correcting deficiencies that may arise from a disease state.

Scientific research has demonstrated that a variety of conditions can benefit from the use of IV nutrition. A few of the conditions that may be helped using IV nutrition techniques include hypertension, COPD, asthma, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, diabetes, hepatitis, hangovers and even the common cold.

All of the intravenous protocols used at Bellaire ER have been thoroughly researched and have been shown to be effective in the treatment of certain conditions. Because we are an emergency room, you have the advantage of having board certified Doctors and nurses on standby should you need further treatment.

Our Intravenous (IV) Vitamin Drip will deliver vitamins, minerals and amino acids directly to the body for maximum absorption obtainable with oral, or even intramuscular (IM), administration. This allows the nutrients to flood your body and nourish itself at the cellular level. By using this method we can safely deliver larger doses that would not otherwise be tolerated orally. Our IV vitamin drips can be used both proactively to maintain optimum wellness and also to treat acute and chronic conditions or simply cure your worst hangover from too much alcohol. Alcohol causes significant oxidative stress on the body, Bellaire ER can get you fixed up and back to enjoying life.

Our IV treatment can get you back on your feet and have you feeling yourself again. Our treatments take about 45 min to an hour; and include medications to relief your headache & nausea, in addition to electrolytes, vitamins and antioxidants.

Our staff is highly trained and very attentive. If you’ve had too much fun the night before and don’t want to ruin the next day by laying around in bed, come see us! We’re open 24/7

Unless you’ve had to struggle with weight issues in your life, you will never quite appreciate the importance of having the right body weight. People who are overweight not only struggle doing the smallest of tasks but are at a huge risk of getting weight related diseases. This is why very many people are desperate to shed off extra pounds of weight and get back in shape. People look left and right for the best and quickest means of losing weight. This desperation makes them fall for every new technique and product that surfaces on the internet to help them reduce their weight. This turns out to be their downfall most of the time because a good number of these are just fads which don’t work. So, if you genuinely want to lose weight, what should you do? We talked to a professional and here are 5 tips on how to lose weight effectively;
1. Drink a lot of water
Drinking lots and lots of water has been found to help with weight loss. Drinking a lot of water boosts the metabolism by upto 40% over a period of 2 hours. This increase in metabolism will help you burn off more calories. Experts also advise that a lot of water should be drank before meals as this has been found to reduce the amount of calorie intake. Here is the logic; with a lot of water in your stomach already, there is only room for a little more food and you will be full. This does the trick most of the time and very many people have used the technique to limit their calorie intake. If you are struggling with the amount of food you are eating, then look no further than two or three glasses of water to cut the calorie intake.
2. Go on a low carb diet
If you really area mindful of your weight and want to keep it in check, then you have got to go on a low carb diet. A low carb diet is actually three times more effective than a low fat diet when it comes to losing and managing weight in the body. By the way a low carb diet means that you restrict the consumption of carbohydrates such as those found in sugary foods, bread and in pasta. Studies have shown that opting for a low carb diet not only helps with weight loss but is extremely healthy as the calorie intake reduces. Avoid refined carbs especially because they are directly linked with obesity. Refined carbs are usually sugars and grains which have been stripped of their nutritious and fibrous parts. They are the leading causes of cravings and frequent food intakes.
3. Hit the gym
This is by far the most effective means of losing weight but is dreaded by many because they deem it as a daunting task. Well, if you really care much about your health and weight, you will not find it hard to wake up in the morning and lift the weights or use the treadmill. Although many people prefer dieting to weight lifting and aerobics, dieting tends to cause muscle loss and slowed metabolism in the body which is not all too healthy. To prevent this from happening, you need to engage in some sort of rigorous resistance activity. The best form of resistance activity is weight lifting and it has been found to be extremely effective in keeping the metabolism rates in the body high and prevent loss of muscle. Besides the fact that you will be shedding the extra pounds in the body, you will be attaining a good physique and well-toned muscles that are a joy to look at. Who doesn’t want good looking muscles and a healthy life?
4. Eat a lot of vegetables and fruits
Ever wondered why your doctor always insists that you eat lots of fruits and greens? Well, turns out these are the best foods to keep you healthy and help you lose weight quickly. Fruits and vegetables are highly nutritious and contain only a few calories. They have a lot of fiber instead which increases the satiety of food when we eat. This means that we can only eat food in small quantities and we are good to go. Fruits and vegetables also are rich in water which means that they have a low energy density than most foods. So, make sure you include vegetables and fruits in all your meals if you want to do away with the extra weight.
5. Remain physically active
Take a walk to town some times. Jog around your home in the evening. Take stairs at your place of work instead of the lifts. Just try hard to remain physically active as this helps with weight loss. Don’t eat and just laze around, you will never lose the weight. Engage in some sort of physical activity daily and slowly you will lose the weight that is bugging you.

The two most common heat related illnesses are heat strokes and heat exhaustion. They are related in that they are caused by too much heat but they have significant differences. Knowing the differences between the two is important as it will help you identify them easily from their symptoms and take the best measures to counter the problems. So, what are heat strokes and exhaustion and what causes them?
Well heat strokes are as a result of extended periods of heat exhaustion. Some forms of heat strokes might however be much more serious than heat exhaustion and can lead to serious complications in the body. Heat exhaustion is caused by the inability of the body to cool itself on time when the temperatures are very high. As we all know, sweating is the natural mechanism of the body to cool down when the temperatures get too high. When the body is unable to produce enough sweat to cool your body down, then heat exhaustion sets in. When we work in extremely hot conditions and do strenuous activities, the body might have difficulties producing sweat. Heat exhaustion can also be caused by lack of enough hydration. Water is essential in cooling down the body and is the main component found in sweat. Lack of enough water in the system therefore, can result in insufficient sweat to cool the body. Wearing heavy and tight clothing can also contribute to heat exhaustion because of lack of aeration and therefore reduced sweating. Heat exhaustion in itself is not as dangerous but when left for too long, it leads to the development of heat strokes which are far more dangerous.
So, how do I know whether I am suffering from mere heat exhaustion or a more dangerous heat stroke? Here are the main differences in the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat strokes;
Heat exhaustion symptoms
Heat exhaustion is characterized by general body weakness and fatigue. Because the body is unable to cool down properly, muscle activity is reduced and this yields into fatigue.
There is profuse sweating. The body attempts to counter the heat levels by producing as much sweat as possible but cannot quite offset it. There will be increased sweating but the body temperature will not quite change.
Nausea and vomiting might set in as well. Some people especially children will faint when the heat exhaustion becomes too much for their bodies to bear.
The skin turns pale and will be extremely cold.
Heat stroke symptoms
The body temperatures will soar to incredibly high levels. Anything above 100 degrees Fahrenheit should be indicative of a heat stroke and urgent medical care should be sought.
The heart rate will increase as the body attempts to circulate blood to all the organs. There will be a strong pulse and rapid than usual. This is a dangerous sign and medical care is urgently needed at this point.
When the temperatures get too high, then the skin becomes red and dry which is very painful. It almost feels like you are burning.
Diagnosis of heat exhaustion and heat strokes
A blood test may be used to check your sodium or potassium levels to help determine if you are dehydrated. If you are dehydrated, then you will be given IV drips to help hydrate the body and offset the high temperatures and the inability of the body to produce enough sweat. A sample of your urine may be taken. Dark yellow urine may be a sign of dehydration. IV drips will then be used to get your body hydrated. Muscle function tests may be performed. These tests are supposed to ascertain whether there is any form of muscle malfunction resulting from too much sweating. X-rays and other imaging tests can be used to determine if you have any internal organ damage. This is normally the last resort and is used when the heat strokes are life threatening.
Remedies
If you begin experiencing symptoms of heat exhaustion, try to find a cooler location if possible. You should also stop whatever physical activity you are engaging in and lie down to allow your body to cool down.
The best thing however, is to contact an emergency room and get urgent medical care. Staying too long in conditions that trigger heat exhaustion and heat strokes is dangerous. It starts with organ failure and within no time death becomes imminent. Dial 911 if you are in any danger and try to stay as cool as possible while you wait for help to arrive. Never lock babies in cars or overdress them especially during the hot weather because you are exposing them to the two conditions. There are about 5,000 deaths each year resulting from heat strokes and this should come as a warning sign to you. Dial 911 and get help as soon as possible.