Ketamine and The Path to Addiction Recovery

Hello, This is Dr. Justin Yanuck MD and I have given myself 10 minutes to talk about a very hopeful area of research. Question: “I’ve struggled with substance use in the past. Can ketamine help me stay sober?” Answer: Addiction is, at its core, a state of “maladaptive plasticity.” Your brain has “learned” to rely […]
The Link Between Physical Pain and Emotional Health

Hello, This is Dr. Tanya Dall MD and I’ve given myself 10 minutes to answer a question about why we treat both pain and mood. Question: “I came in for my back pain, but my mood has improved even more. Why is that?” Answer: This is something we see all the time, and it is […]
The Experience of Dissociation

Hello, This is Dr. Justin Yanuck MD and I’ve given myself 10 minutes to answer a question that many people are afraid to ask.. Question: “I am scared of feeling ‘out of body’ during the infusion. Is that part of the healing?” Answer: The feeling of dissociation, feeling disconnected from your body or your surroundings, […]
IV Ketamine vs. Spravato: Finding The Right Fit

Hello, This is Dr. Tanya Dall MD and I have given myself 10 minutes to answer a very common question about our treatment options. Question: “What is the difference between the IV infusions and the Spravato nasal spray, and which is better for me?” Answer: Both IV ketamine and Spravato are excellent tools, but they […]
Migraines and The Neurological Reset

Hello, This is Dr. Justin Yanuck MD and I’ve given myself 10 minutes to talk about a condition that stops life in its tracks. Question: “I’ve tried everything for my chronic migraines. Can ketamine actually break the cycle?” Answer: Chronic migraines are more than just a bad headache. They are a state of total neurological […]
Why The Reprocessing Protocol Matters

Hello, This is Dr. Justin Yanuck MD and I have given myself 10 minutes to explain why we do things differently at Renew. Question: “Why do I need to do exercises after my infusion? Can’t the medicine just do the work?” Answer: This is a great question. Think of ketamine as a tool that opens […]
Postpartum Depression and the Need for Speed

Hello, This is Dr. Tanya Dall MD and I have given myself 10 minutes to discuss a very important topic for new families in Tustin. Question: “I just had a baby and I feel overwhelmed and hopeless. I need help now. Can ketamine work fast enough?” Answer: Postpartum depression is a unique situation because time […]
Fibromyalgia and The Volume Knob of Pain

Hello, This is Dr. Justin Yanuck MD and I have given myself 10 minutes to answer a question about a condition that many doctors struggle to treat. Question: “Everything hurts and I’m always tired. Can ketamine help with my fibromyalgia” Answer: Fibromyalgia is a condition where the “volume knob” of your pain system is stuck […]
Preparing for Your First Session at Renew

Hello, This is Dr. Justin Yanuck MD and I have given myself 10 minutes to answer a very practical question for our new patients. Question: “I am nervous about my first infusion. What should I expect and how do I prepare?” Answer: It is completely normal to feel some anxiety before your first treatment. Most […]
Quieting The Chatter of Anxiety

Hello, This is Dr. Tanya Dall MD and I’ve given myself 10 minutes to talk about how we treat anxiety at our clinics. Question: “My mind is always racing and I can’t turn it off. How can ketamine help with this?” Answer: Anxiety is more than just feeling worried. For many of our patients in […]