Type
IV Vitamin Therapy
Duration
10 min
What's included
3 deliverables in this treatment
- B12 intramuscular injection
- Registered nurse administration
- Under 10 minutes total
Intramuscular vitamin B12 injection for energy, mood, and nervous system support. B12 is essential for red blood cell formation, neurological function, DNA synthesis, and myelin sheath maintenance. Particularly beneficial for vegetarians, vegans, those over 50, and anyone with absorption issues — conditions that affect up to 40 percent of the population to some degree.
About this treatment
Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is a water-soluble vitamin that the body cannot produce — it must come from diet or supplementation. It's critical for red blood cell production, neurological function, DNA synthesis, and the maintenance of myelin sheaths that insulate nerve fibres. Deficiency can manifest as fatigue, brain fog, numbness/tingling in extremities, mood changes, and in severe cases, irreversible nerve damage.
Oral B12 requires intrinsic factor (a protein produced in the stomach) for absorption. People with low intrinsic factor production — including those over 50, people taking proton pump inhibitors, and those with gastrointestinal conditions — may absorb very little from oral supplements. IM injection bypasses the gut entirely, delivering B12 directly into muscle tissue for rapid systemic absorption.
The injection itself takes under a minute. At Super Young, a registered nurse administers the shot — typically into the deltoid or gluteal muscle. Most clients feel a brief pinch and nothing more. Energy and mood improvements are often noticed within 24–48 hours.
Good to know
- Nutrient
- Vitamin B12 (cobalamin)
- Delivery
- Intramuscular injection
- Speed
- Under 1 minute for the injection
Who is this for?
Vegetarians and vegans, anyone over 50, people on proton pump inhibitors, those with absorption issues, and anyone wanting a quick energy and mood boost
Preparation required
No preparation needed. Booster nurse consultation required before first injection.
About the clinic
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Clinical team
Super Young's team combines registered nurses, functional medicine doctors, and longevity wellness specialists. The nursing staff administer all IV infusions, booster injections, and blood draws — every clinical service is overseen by qualified healthcare professionals. The functional medicine doctors review blood work through an optimal-range lens, going beyond standard pathology reference ranges to identify early…
Clinic-reported credentials
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What clients say
"Really loved my experience at Super Young. The staff were so friendly and informative, and the facilities are incredible. I felt so relaxed and rejuvenated after my session. — Natalia Mitchell"
"Slick setup with high quality machines. The team really knows their stuff and takes the time to explain everything. — Andrew Whitford"
Treatment highlights
- B12 intramuscular injection
- Registered nurse administration
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