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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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