Ketamine is an anesthetic drug that blocks pain. While it was used in the past for surgery, recent discoveries have proven ketamine can effectively combat the symptoms of mental illnesses and chronic pain conditions. Below, the licensed counselors at Ketamine Center of CT in Milford discuss just a few of the medical problems that can be treated with ketamine.

4 Conditions Ketamine Can Treat

1. Depression

Depression is a serious mental illness that invokes feelings of worthlessness and apathy. It can prevent a person from finding fulfillment or participating in activities they used to love. Ketamine is given through an IV or mist during a therapy session to reduce symptoms of depression.

2. Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is chronic condition that causes pain and swelling in the joints, limiting a person’s mobility and range of motion. Ketamine treatments can reduce joint stiffness and increase energy, in turn improving a person’s quality of life.

3. PTSD

PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, is a mental illness that occurs when a patient has lived through or witnessed a traumatic event, such as death or abuse. Ketamine is a popular alternative to antidepressants because improvements can be seen within a few hours or days rather than weeks or months.

4. Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes musculoskeletal pain and stiffness around various parts of the body. This type of chronic pain responds to ketamine treatment, as the drug blocks pain transmission through the spinal cord.

If you have been unsuccessful with your current treatment for any of the above mental illnesses or chronic pain conditions, it may be time to consider ketamine as an alternative. Call (203) 701-6388 to schedule an appointment with a counselor at Ketamine Center of CT. They will assess your situation and determine if this treatment option is appropriate for your needs. For more information about their full list of services, visit the website today.