Drug and Alcohol Detox Centers

Short for detoxification, detox is the process of ridding the body of any substance on which it has a dependency, such as drugs or alcohol. Drug detoxification should also take place in the care of experienced professionals. In the case of pain killer addiction, numerous options exist for meaningful detoxification. For alcohol, detox has to often be done in a medical facility, under the care of a qualifying physician. This is because the alcohol has been in the system for so long that when it begins to finally exit, the body reacts violently, spawning convulsions and severe nausea. Sadly, this reaction can be fatal, for which reason why proper medical supervision is essential.

Many think of detox as the treatment for alcoholism when it is truly the first phase of a long process to come. Unfortunately, many people repeatedly detox from alcohol or drugs, but do not follow up with any other treatment program. This lack of “follow through” can actually be dangerous if someone continues his or her substance abuse. Studies have shown going through detox more than twice can intensify the withdrawal symptoms.

Effective alcohol and drug detox will also take away the physical cravings as long as there is a hint of alcohol in the persons system. These cravings are often overwhelming, to the point where the person is unable to focus on anything else. Under these conditions, an alcoholic is not in a position to seek treatment. After detox, the mind and body are both cleared so recovery can begin.

Like the alcohol detoxification process, many drug addicts also require medical care while withdrawing. Withdrawal from opiates such as heroin and even Vicodin or OxyContin Detox requires a period of close supervision. Opiate detox includes closely monitoring the person’s vital signs, providing supportive care, and prescribing medications. And although painkiller addiction has become an alarmingly problem, groundbreaking treatment options are now available.

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Gateway to Recovery
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Sunrise Detox
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Destination Hope
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Crossroads Centre
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Hope By The Sea
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Focus Healthcare of Tennessee
7429 Shallowford Road
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421
Willingway Hospital
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Local Listings
Crestwood Medical Center of Huntsville
1 Hospital Drive
Huntsville, Alabama 35801
Bradford Health Services
1600 Browns Ferry Road
Madison, Alabama 35758
Walker Recovery Center Inc
2195 North Airport Road
Jasper, Alabama 35504
Northwest Alabama Treatment Center
4204 Edmonton Drive
Bessemer, Alabama 35022
Huntsville Metro Treatment Center
2227 Drake Avenue Suite 10-D
Huntsville, Alabama 35805
ECD Program
2950 Springhill Avenue
Mobile, Alabama 36607
Cheaha Regional Mental Health/Caradale
1721 Old Birmingham Highway
Sylacauga, Alabama 35150
Birmingham Metro Treatment Center
151 Industrial Drive
Birmingham, Alabama 35211
Metro Treatment of Alabama LP
106 Hospital Road Suite 101
Livingston, Alabama 35470
Montgomery Metro Treatment Center
4303 Norman Bridge Road
Montgomery, Alabama 36105
A New Direction
c/o Elmore Community Hospital 500 Hospital Drive
Wetumpka, Alabama 36092
Calhoun Treatment Center Inc
118 East Choccolocco Street
Oxford, Alabama 36203
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