Vitamin B12 Injections
Vitamin B12 Injections
Vitamin B12 injections are a safe and effective way to replenish your B12 levels. Instead of relying on your digestive system to absorb it, injections deliver a concentrated dose directly into your muscle, ensuring it gets to where it needs to be quickly and efficiently.
Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, including:
Energy Production Vitamin B12 helps your body convert food into energy, giving you the fuel you need to get through your day.
Nerve Health It’s essential for the proper functioning of your nervous system, ensuring that your nerves communicate effectively with your brain and the rest of your body.
Red Blood Cell Formation Vitamin B12 is vital for the production of healthy red blood cells, which are responsible for carrying oxygen throughout your body.
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Ideally you have been diagnosed as being B12 deficient by your doctor and have had the relevant blood tests to confirm this before beginning this treatment. If any of the below symptoms are not related to a B12 deficiency then it is unlikely you will feel any benefit from undergoing this treatment. If you are not deficient then any B12 injected that is not needed and surplus will simply be eliminated by your body. We always recommend you speak to your doctor before embarking on this treatment plan.
If you have been diagnosed as being B12 deficient then some of the symptoms that can be treated include:
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In your consultation we will talk you through a full and thorough discussion of your concerns, needs and expected results allowing us to create a bespoke treatment plan for you. A detailed medical history will be completed and every aspect of your treatment will be discussed ensuring complete confidence in your chosen treatments.
Treatment Overview & Aftercare
Treatment duration: 30 minutes
About Vitamin B12 Injections
Vitamin B12 injections are a safe and effective way to replenish your B12 levels
During the procedure
Area cleansing at injection site
Injection given into chosen area
Before your appointment
Avoid alcohol 24 hours before
Increase water intake before treatment for optimum results
Inform of any changes in medications or conditions
Procedure details
An injection is usually given into your upper arm, but your practitioner may choose a different site depending on your needs
Duration of effect
Our suggestion is to have one Vitamin B12 injection at weekly intervals, up to four doses (so four doses over four weeks). And then repeat the one dose every 3-4 months as required
Aftercare
No strenuous exercise or alcohol for 24 hours
Increase water intake after treatment for optimum results
Report any unexpected side effects immediately
Results
As long as it is a true deficiency, most clients will require a loading dose of 4 injections over 4 weeks and then 1 dose every 3-4 months as required to feel the full benefit of this treatment
Possible side effects
Mild soreness, bleeding, bruising or swelling at injection site
Vitamin B12 injections are a safe and effective way to replenish your B12 levels by injecting a concentrated dose directly into your muscle, ensuring it gets to where it needs to be quickly and efficiently.
When administered by an experienced and medically trained practitioner the procedure is very safe with complications being extremely rare. All our practitioners are medically trained and have undergone accredited training offering you complete peace of mind. Known side effects can include mild swelling and bruising.
The treatment shouldn’t be too painful however each client’s threshold to pain differs so please discuss any concerns during your consultation.
Our suggestion is to have one Vitamin B12 injection at weekly intervals, up to five shots (so five shots over five weeks). And then repeat the same cycle every six to 12 months.
In the first 24 to 48 hours following your treatment, it’s advisable to avoid strenuous exercise and exposure to high temperatures, like saunas or hot baths.
This treatment is charged at £30 per injection or as a course of 4 injections for £100.
Review Consultation
Your satisfaction is our priority so before leaving the clinic we will schedule a review appointment for 2 weeks time so that we can review the results of your treatment once it has taken full effect. At this review we will use our expertise and experience to ensure that you are completely satisfied with the results of your treatment.