PTSD

If past trauma is causing emotional stress in your life, see board-certified anesthesiologist Michael Kullman, MD, in White Plains, New York. He offers ketamine therapy and other treatments for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to calm you, reduce depression and anxiety, and restore your mental health. Schedule an in-person or telehealth PTSD evaluation with Dr. Kullman by phone or online today. 

What is PTSD?

PTSD, which is short for post-traumatic stress disorder, is a condition that can develop after trauma. It may stem from past abuse or other traumatic events in your life. 

Dr. Kullman provides ketamine therapy to help you overcome troublesome PTSD symptoms and regain control of your mood, emotions, and behaviors. 

Which symptoms can PTSD cause?

PTSD can cause the following symptoms:

• Being easily startled
• Nightmares
• Flashbacks
• Always benign on guard
• Depression
• Anxiety 
• Mood swings
• Irritability
• Difficulty sleeping
• Problems concentrating
• Avoiding situations that trigger symptoms
• Ongoing worry
• Frequent fear

PTSD can become debilitating when not treated. If you’ve tried other PTSD treatments without success, see Dr. Kullman for an evaluation. 

What might contribute to PTSD?

The following traumatic experiences may lead to PTSD:

• Loss of a loved one
• Military combat
• Being a first responder
• Car accidents
• Natural disasters
• Sexual, physical, or emotional abuse
• Violence
• Childhood neglect 

PTSD triggers vary from person to person. Dr. Kullman determines the extent of your PTSD and its severity before developing an effective treatment plan. 

How is PTSD diagnosed and treated?

Dr. Kullman diagnoses PTSD after discussing your symptoms, lifestyle, medical history, and past trauma. He may suggest the following PTSD treatments:

Ketamine infusion therapy

Infusing ketamine into your bloodstream offers quick relief from depression, anxiety, and other PTSD symptoms. 

Your treatment may last about 40-60 minutes, and multiple treatment sessions typically provide the most relief. Dr. Kullman determines when to schedule your next treatment and how many sessions you likely need. 

Home ketamine therapy 

Home ketamine therapy involves using nasal sprays, pills, or dissolvable tablets from the comfort of your home. 

After meeting with Dr. Kullman and determining you're a candidate for home ketamine therapy, the medicines are delivered to your doorstep. Have someone with you when you use ketamine at home and take the rest of the day off from work.