Alcohol Detox

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When a person becomes addicted to alcohol, efforts to quit can result in many withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms can make stopping an arduous process, as they can range from mild to severe.  For these reasons and more, it is vital to choose a reliable alcohol detox program.

Withdrawal Symptoms That Can Occur

We know you have many questions about the severity of your alcohol addiction and what happens during withdrawal. It is reasonable to be concerned about what your body will go through while you are ridding it of alcohol.

Some of the common alcohol withdrawal symptoms are as follows:

• • • Loss of appetite
    • Stomach cramps
    • Tremors or the “shakes”
    • Intense mood swings
    • Nausea
    • Vomiting
    • Nightmares
    • Paranoia
    • Irritability
    • Headaches
    • Excessive sweating
    • Depression
    • Nervousness

You should never try and quit alcohol addiction on your own. Significant and sometimes life-threatening complications can arise that may require medical intervention. Talk to one of our licensed representatives at Caring Hands to learn more about what to expect during our detox program.

Why is Detox Necessary?

Prolonged alcohol abuse can cause a variety of health problems that may be exacerbated during detox. Depending on the severity of the addiction, these health issues can become life-threatening during withdrawal.  For this reason, it is highly recommended that a person enter a professional detox facility. Skilled addiction specialists and medical personnel will supervise the detox process to ensure safe and effective detoxification.

Yes, the physical addiction to alcohol is an important roadblock to overcome. But an alcohol detox facility will cover other important issues during recovery, such as:

Your doctor will make sure that you receive the proper medical care while you are detoxing from alcohol to treat any underlying issues you may have.

Many men and women who come to a detox facility are in crisis both mentally and physically. Evaluation of their condition will take place to ensure that they can safely begin treatment.

Physical stabilization and medical care are the two main goals of alcohol detox. However, therapy is also needed to help prevent relapse from occurring.

Detox: Short-Term vs Long-Term

Every patient has different needs. You may be able to get through your withdrawal symptoms quickly and feel well enough to go back to work within days. Or, you may need a few weeks to get better. There are also a few factors that will determine how long you will be in the rehab, such as how long you were in active addiction and if you have any co-occurring medical issues or psychological disorders.

While medically-supervised detoxification can be brief, it takes much longer for your body to become completely healthy again.  Detox addresses only the physical aspect of alcoholism. You will need to follow through with a Rehabilitation center to learn the skills for avoiding triggers after treatment.  A comprehensive program will address the emotional factors that contributed to your alcohol abuse.

What Holistic Options are Available?

Some patients prefer to approach their detox using a holistic approach. This includes the use of yoga, massage, and other therapeutic supports during detox. You may wish to completely change your diet to a more healthy, organic one that includes plenty of nutritious food choices and water.

However, many patients will require medication to help them through detox. You will speak with your treatment team and the physicians assigned to your care about whether you should take medication during your time in detox.

Remember, detox is NOT the same as rehab.

Your first step when it comes to beating alcohol addiction is our detox center. However, this is only the first step and should not be the last when you are fighting an addiction. The proper alcohol detox will lay the groundwork for a successful recovery as long as you combine it with additional therapy.

Alcohol Detox at Caring Hands Recovery

When you receive treatment at Caring Hands Recovery, you have the support you need to get through withdrawal symptoms as comfortably as possible. Detox prepares you for your next step which is time spent in our inpatient program.  Our treatment plan can be individualized to suit your specific needs and preferences.

Please contact us at Caring Hands Recovery Center today if you need more information concerning our detox program. We offer detox and much more, so call, email, or stop by today.