Detox is typically the first step in an addiction treatment program. The addict stops using drugs and alcohol upon arriving at the rehab facility. Detox is the period in which the leftover substances and toxins are removed from the body. Most of the time the addict will have withdrawal symptoms, which can be mild to quite severe in nature. It’s difficult to predict exactly how bad of a withdrawal an individual will experience. Symptoms and their severity are generally related to which drugs or alcohol the addict used, how much at a time, and how long the addiction had lasted.

It is important to always detox under medical supervision. There is a risk of conditions such as stroke, heart attack, and even death, so it can be very dangerous to attempt a detox without medical care. It’s also important that the detox is done correctly. Leftover toxins in the body can create cravings while the individual is attempting recovery. This works to undermine the patient’s efforts and increases the chance of relapse. A good detox is an important part of a successful addiction treatment program. It is the basis for the rehabilitation that follows.

There are three types of detox treatments that are used in rehab facilities.

In medical detox, the addict is given medication to be more comfortable through the withdrawal process. This method is the most commonly used in rehab facilities. It is used for detox from addictive substances that can cause dangerous withdrawal symptoms.

Non-medical detox is typically used for mild addictions to substances that don’t cause dangerous withdrawal symptoms. The addict simply quits the drug use and is medically monitored around the clock.

Natural detox is when alternative medicines and natural treatments are used to aid the detox process. Some examples of natural detox include sauna, massage, herbal formulas, and acupuncture.

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