I always love to be the one who gets to tell you that we have a new business in town! Especially when a local Wanamingan is opening it up. Joan Quam has always been interested in many aspects of health, and has taken that interest and turned it into a business.
Joan was an original Bulldog, and she and her husband Grant grew up in Wanamingo, and continue to live here. If you know Joan, you know her passion for caregiving is contagious! I asked her how she got into the medical aspect of care, and she answered, "I developed a passion for caregiving when I became a Nursing Assistant at a local nursing home as a teenager. I went on to receive my LPN/RN license, and built on those nursing skills working in a clinical setting along with a Medical Surgical setting, same day Surgical Center, and the Emergency Department where I am now. I also have my Master of Nursing, in which I have taught nursing students at the college as well, in a clinical setting." Well, I'd say that she has a lot of training in various fields, and she lights up when she talks about it.
She became interested in Hydration Therapy when her daughter became ill, and was given hydration IV therapy and benefited greatly from her sessions.
So, what is hydration therapy? Obviously there are many issues that can be helped by administering vitamins and other remedies through an IV, because the infusion goes right into the blood, bypassing the stomach where much can be broken down and lost. So basically, you sit in a comfortable chair while Joan hooks you up to an IV drip containing what your body needs, and you enjoy about an hour of quiet time, while your solution goes through your body. Some of the benefits are 100% absorption, immune support, a boost in energy levels, fast treatment for dehydration, faster recovery , improved performance and beauty benefits. And how do you know which therapy your body needs? Joan has a form for you to fill out, describing your symptoms, and she passes it on to a Chief Medical Officer, a Doctor of Pharmacy and a Minnesota Doctor team. They break it down to what the client (you) needs, and Joan puts it in your IV to infuse your body with exactly what you need to recover.
And what are some of the choices you have? Infusions are used in many different situations. Athletic recovery improves athletic performance and decreases recovery time. Hangover relief replenishes your cells and improves symptoms like headache, nausea, pain & fatigue, or you can use it in advance! Immune Boost has vitamins and minerals to reduce symptoms when you feel like you may be coming down with something before it gets worse, and helps you get back to feeling good again. There is one called Meyer's Cocktail which is John Meyer's special blend of vitamins, minerals and amino acids. This one boosts energy, reduces inflammation, and supports overall health and wellness. Migraine Relief is an anti-inflammatory infusion with blends of vitamins and minerals that focus on relief of the pain & symptoms associated with migraine headaches. There are more add-ons like vitamin boosters, Toradol, Zofran, Glutathione and more. Also ask Joan about the Shot Bar which consists of B-12, the Skinny Shot, Energy Boost and many more!
Joan says, "I believe cost and accessibility are 2 large barriers for people trying to meet their health needs. Through 180 Hydration, appointments are readily available, and one can go to the website at 180Hydration.com and book your infusions conveniently and the costs are similar to a hair appointment rather than a luxury vacation!" The infusion session lasts about 1 hour, and the effects are long lasting. Everyone's body is unique, and the client gets to determine what they need. Most clients don't feel anything as the solution goes into their body, and they just relax and enjoy the process. If a client is recovering from an illness, one or two sessions are sufficient. Others deal with chronic illness and choose to use it as a part of their therapeutic program. All treatments are supervised under a medical team.
So, there you have it! Therapy that is affordable, and local! You will find Joan at All The Buzz in Wanamingo, at 308 Main Street. Or you can get ahold of Joan at 180hydration@gmail.com and ask your questions, or go to her website at 180hydration.com to see more about this alternative therapy.
Welcome Joan! We are excited to see what you have to offer us all!
