Alcohol Detox Programs

Alcohol detox is the first step towards a lasting recovery. Call Lakeview Health Systems' free, confidential helpline at 1-866-99-DETOX (1-866-993-3869), and we'll help you find the alcohol detox program you need, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Alcohol Detox Programs - Put One to Work for You

Alcohol detox can be defined as a period of time during which the body begins to adjust to a lack of alcohol. Alcohol detox programs are designed to help you during this uncomfortable process with the assistance of medication as deemed appropriate.

The immediate objective of alcohol detox programs is to relieve symptoms associated with alcohol withdrawal and treat any medical or psychiatric conditions present. Alcohol detox programs should not be confused with alcohol rehab programs. Alcohol detox programs are actually one of several alcohol treatment modalities utilized in the treatment of alcoholism or alcohol abuse, while alcohol rehab programs look to maintain any of the gains made during the alcohol detox process.

Alcohol Detox- A Period of Medical Stabilization

• Age
• Medical problems
• Amount of alcohol use
• Frequency of alcohol use

Call our helpline to find the alcohol detox program that's right for you. Any program we suggest will have the following:

• An inpatient detox program, which has been proven to be more effective than outpatient detox programs
• Ultra rapid detox option
• Medically monitored units
• 24-hour care
• Psychiatric / medical care credentialed in addiction medicine
• Dual diagnosis treatment
• Relapse prevention program
• Family recovery component
• Individual and group therapy
• Aftercare planning

Understanding the Alcohol Detox Process

When one begins the process of alcohol detox, they will experience alcohol withdrawal symptoms. The physical symptoms associated with alcohol withdrawal are different for everyone, but generally include:

• Sweats
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Tremors
• Anxiety
• Possibility of convulsions and seizures

In conjunction with the management of the physical symptoms associated with the alcohol detox process, management of the psychological alcohol withdrawal symptoms must also be addressed. Individuals in alcohol detox programs experience depression, anxiety, anger, mood swings and fear. Alcohol detox programs need to assist patients with their psychological alcohol withdrawal symptoms as much as their physical symptoms.

Alcohol Detox Programs are Just the Beginning

Research shows that people who attend an alcohol detox program followed by an alcohol rehab program have a much better chance for a lasting recovery. It is important to choose an alcohol detox that transitions you into a proven alcohol rehab program where effective recovery treatment can be continued.

The time to enter an alcohol detox program is now.  Call Lakeview Health Systems' toll-free helpline at 1-866-99-DETOX (1-866-993-3869). We are a nationally recognized drug and alcohol detox center and rehab program and can assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All calls are completely confidential.