When Nothing Else Has Been Enough

You’ve tried medications.

Physical therapy.

Injections.

Maybe even surgery.

Yet you’re still in pain.

Or you’re struggling with depression or PTSD despite doing everything you were told to do.

If that sounds familiar, the next step is not an infusion appointment. It is a physician evaluation to understand the condition, prior treatment response, and whether ketamine belongs in a broader individualized plan.

When ketamine may be considered

Ketamine may be considered for carefully evaluated patients living with one or more of these situations:

I've tried everything, but still hurt.

Medications, injections, therapy, or surgery haven’t brought lasting relief.

My nerve pain won't calm down.

Burning, shooting, or electric pain continues despite treatment.

I have CRPS and hurt every day.

Severe pain and sensitivity continue to interfere with daily life.

Fibromyalgia continues to limit my life.

Widespread pain and fatigue make it hard to function the way you want.

Pain never went away after surgery.

Healing happened, but the pain never truly resolved.

Depression treatments haven’t helped enough.

You’ve tried medications or therapy but still don’t feel like yourself.

PTSD continues to hinder my daily life.

Symptoms persist despite treatment and continue to affect your well-being.

Nothing else has worked.

You’re looking for another option after running out of answers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I a candidate for ketamine therapy?

Not everyone is. Ketamine is considered only after physician evaluation and may be appropriate for selected patients with chronic pain, CRPS, nerve pain, fibromyalgia, treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, or other complex conditions.

Do I need a consultation first?

Yes. Every patient undergoes a physician consultation before treatment. The goal is to determine whether ketamine is appropriate and whether another treatment may be a better fit.

Who performs the infusion?

Every ketamine infusion at Alypos is personally administered and supervised by Dr. Bernhardt, a board-certified anesthesiologist and board-certified pain medicine physician.

Is the dose the same for every patient?

No. Treatment is individualized based on your condition, medical history, body weight, response, and treatment goals rather than following a one-size-fits-all protocol.

Will I be asleep during treatment?

No. Most patients remain awake but relaxed throughout the infusion. The experience varies from person to person, and you are monitored continuously during treatment.

How many infusions will I need?

Most patients who undergo ketamine therapy begin with a series of approximately six infusions over several weeks. The exact schedule is tailored to the patient’s condition, response, and practical considerations.

Is ketamine a cure?

No. Ketamine is one potential tool that may reduce symptoms and improve function in carefully selected patients. It is incorporated into an overall treatment plan rather than viewed as a standalone cure.

Can I drive myself home afterward?

No. Because ketamine can temporarily affect judgment, coordination, and perception, you should arrange for a responsible adult to drive you home after treatment.

Ketamine-Infusion Therapy

When Nothing Else Has Been Enough

When ketamine may be considered

Frequently Asked Questions

If You Feel Like You’ve Run Out of Options