Infusion Therapy Specialist

What is infusion therapy?

Infusion therapy, also called IV therapy, is a treatment for arthritis and other common autoimmune conditions. It delivers medications directly into your bloodstream for fast absorption. Rheumatology Associates providers offer the following infusions:

• Remicade®
• Actemra®
• Orencia®
• Rituxan®
• Simponi Aria®
• Renflexis®
• Benlysta®
• Krystexxa®
• Avsola®
• Entyvio®
• Inflectra®

Which infusion is the right one for you depends on the medical condition you have and how severe it is.

Why might I need infusion therapy?

The experts at Rheumatology Associates can recommend infusion therapy if you struggle with:

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Hyperemesis
• Psoriatic arthritis
• Psoriasis
• Gout
• Lupus
• Dermatomyositis 
• Magnesium deficiency
• Iron-deficiency anemia
• Ankylosing spondylitis
• Primary immune deficiency diseases
• Inflammatory bowel disease
• Multiple sclerosis (MS)

Medication infusions reduce the pain, inflammation, and joint deterioration associated with arthritis and other diseases.

The experts at Rheumatology Associates review your medical history and symptoms with you. They also check your vital signs and complete a physical exam to determine if infusion therapy can help you.

They might order blood tests, joint fluid tests, and an imaging procedure (X-rays, an MRI, ultrasound, a CT scan) to diagnose the cause of your pain.

What happens during infusion therapy?

During infusion therapy at Rheumatology Associates, you rest in a comfortable, reclining chair. Your specialist inserts a tiny needle into an arm vein to infuse medications and fluids into your bloodstream. You can read a book, work on your computer, talk on the phone, watch TV, or rest during your treatment.

How long each infusion lasts varies, as every patient is different. Depending on which infusion you receive, it could last an hour or two.

What happens after infusion therapy?

After infusion therapy, there’s no downtime. You can resume your daily routine immediately. You might feel better right away, with continued improvements appearing over time. The Rheumatology Associates team lets you know when to schedule your next infusion, if necessary, to maintain long-lasting relief.

They could recommend trying additional treatments, like home remedies, physical therapy, injections, and dietary supplements. You might need surgery if you have severe joint damage.

Call the office today or use the online scheduler to learn more about infusion therapy at Rheumatology Associates and find out if it’s right for you.