For which medical conditions is a ketamine infusion suitable?

Introduction to ketamine therapy in Mallorca

At the renowned Las Almas practices in Mallorca, we offer specialized ketamine infusions for the treatment of a wide range of mental and psychosomatic conditions. Our experienced therapists integrate ketamine infusions with advanced techniques such as repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), hypnosis, intensive psychotherapy, and neuromodulation techniques. This integrative method has proven extremely effective in achieving sustained symptom improvement in many patients.

Inpatient short-term therapies and flexible appointment scheduling

Our short-term inpatient treatment programs are designed to typically last between 10 days and 3 weeks. Thanks to our flexible scheduling, we can ensure prompt initiation of therapy without long waiting times, allowing patients to receive rapid and effective treatment.

Ketamine infusion for depression

The best-known use of ketamine is the treatment of depression. Regardless of whether the depression is endogenous or reactive, patients can benefit from this therapy. Ketamine also shows promising results in bipolar disorder, particularly during the depressive phase.

Benefits of ketamine therapy for depression:

  • Fast effect, often within a few hours
  • High success rate of 80 to 90% in combination with rTMS and hypnosis
  • Effective even for treatment-resistant depression

Ketamine infusion for chronic pain

Ketamine has also proven to be an effective treatment for chronic pain. Many pain patients also suffer from depression, which makes treatment more complex. Patients with fibromyalgia, in particular, can benefit significantly from ketamine therapy.

Benefits of ketamine therapy for chronic pain:

  • Reduction of pain intensity
  • Improving the quality of life
  • Combination with rTMS and hypnosis promotes lasting relief

Ketamine infusion for anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorders

People with anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorders often experience significant improvements with ketamine. Long-term success can be achieved, especially when combined with hypnosis and psychotherapy.

Possible applications:

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
  • Panic disorder
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Obsessive thoughts and compulsive actions

Ketamine infusion for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Ketamine can help with PTSD, especially when integrated into a psychotherapeutic approach. At Las Almas, we combine ketamine infusion with EMDR, hypnosis, neurofeedback, and exposure training in virtual reality.

Benefits for PTSD patients:

  • Reduction of flashbacks and nightmares
  • Improving emotional stability
  • Increased therapeutic ability

Ketamine infusion for addiction

Studies show that ketamine can alter addiction memory and reduce relapse in addiction disorders. This therapy is particularly promising for alcohol and cocaine addiction.

Benefits of ketamine therapy for addiction:

  • Reducing addictive pressure
  • Change in reward-related thinking
  • Effective in combination with behavioral therapy and hypnosis

Ketamine infusion for eating disorders

In certain cases, ketamine infusions can also help with eating disorders. Close integration with psychotherapeutic measures is important here.

Possible applications:

  • anorexia
  • bulimia
  • Binge eating disorder

Who is ketamine therapy not suitable for?

Although ketamine is well tolerated, there are some contraindications:

  • Psychoses: Patients with hallucinations should not be treated with ketamine, as symptoms may worsen.
  • Hypertension & Glaucoma: Ketamine may slightly increase blood pressure and intraocular pressure, so prior adjustment is required.
  • Coronary heart disease (CHD): Patients with CHD should consult their internist or cardiologist before treatment.

Conclusion: Ketamine therapy as an innovative treatment method

Ketamine infusion therapy offers a promising treatment option for numerous mental and psychosomatic illnesses. By combining it with rTMS, hypnosis, and psychotherapy, we achieve lasting success. Our clinic in Mallorca offers you prompt and intensive care without long wait times. The Las Almas practices strive to achieve the best possible results for our patients by using state-of-the-art therapeutic approaches and individualized treatment plans.