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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Focus Healthcare of Tennessee
7429 Shallowford Road
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421
Local Listings
Louisana Health and Rehab Option
4914 McClelland Drive
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70805
Bayne/Jones Army Community Hospital
1585 3rd Street
Leesville, Louisiana 71459
Savoy Medical Center
1610 7th Street
Mamou, Louisiana 70554
Journey Home
10875 Fontenot Road
Denham Springs, Louisiana 70726
Lake Charles Subst Abuse Clinic Inc
711 North Prater Street
Lake Charles, Louisiana 70601
Addiction Recovery Resources of
4836 Wabash Street Suite 202
Metairie, Louisiana 70001
Saint Charles Parish Hospital
1057 Paul Maillard Road
Luling, Louisiana 70070
New Beginnings Addiction Recovery Ctr
1649 Linwood Loop
Opelousas, Louisiana 70570
Glenwood Regional Medical Center
6200 Cypress Street
West Monroe, Louisiana 71291
Springs of Recovery
23260 Greenwell Springs Road
Greenwell Springs, Louisiana 70739
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
1601 Perdido Street
New Orleans, Louisiana 70146
New Orleans Substance Abuse Clinic
2025 Canal Street Suite 300
New Orleans, Louisiana 70112
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