At Nexstep Medical Detox in Utah, we want to help you take your first steps toward a successful recovery with alcohol detox. At our medically assisted detox center, we provide you with a safe, supportive environment to clear your mind, heal your body, and focus on your next steps to a successful recovery from alcohol addiction. Make today the 1st day of your sobriety journey.
You are not alone. According to the latest National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 1.4 million people ages 12 and older received alcohol use treatment in the past year.
Medically Assisted Alcohol Detox
Your personalized alcohol detox program will depend on the details of your specific addiction history and other coexisting mental and physical health conditions. When you choose Nexstep Medical Detox, you can count on receiving the rest, meals, and experienced medical supervision you need during each stage of withdrawal.
Symptoms can change in an instant, so you always have a listening ear and watchful, caring staff nearby and ready to act. Our detox programs include:
- A Detailed Intake Interview & Evaluation
- Supervision & Medical Assistance 24/7
- Daily Medical Evaluations By Highly-Trained Physicians
- Nurses On Duty Both Night & Day
- Experienced, Caring Staff
- Medically Monitored Tapering & Medication-Assisted Weaning Available
- Comfort Medications To Ease Withdrawal Symptoms
Alcohol Withdrawal Can Be Life-Threatening
You might believe that because alcohol use and abuse are so common, that alcoholism is something that’s easy to overcome, and be tempted to try the “cold turkey” method. As the first, crucial step towards alcohol addiction treatment, detox varies from person to person, and so does the severity of symptoms you can experience. Without proper medical supervision and care, some of these symptoms can even result in death.
Early Alcoholism Withdrawal Symptoms
Early alcohol withdrawal symptoms can manifest within hours to a few days after an individual stops drinking alcohol. These symptoms are a result of the body’s adjustment to the sudden absence of alcohol and can vary in severity depending on the person’s level of alcohol dependence. In some cases, early alcohol withdrawal can progress to more severe symptoms.
- Appetite Loss
- Nausea & Vomiting
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Muscle Tics
- Shaky Hands
- Headaches
- Sweats
- Insomnia
Severe Alcoholism Withdrawal Symptoms
Severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms, also known as delirium tremens (DTs), can occur in individuals who have been heavy drinkers for a prolonged period and abruptly stop drinking. Symptoms of DTs can appear within three to five days after the last drink and can include:
- Agitated, Violent Mood Swings
- Muscle Tremors
- Extreme Confusion
- Seizures & Convulsions
- Blackouts
- High Fever
- Hallucinations
These symptoms can be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention. DTs are a medical emergency, and individuals experiencing these symptoms should seek medical assistance right away.
We’ll Help You Take Your Next Steps
In addition to providing you with comprehensive care during your stay, we make it easy for you to transition into your next steps to recovery, including decisions like counseling, meetings, sober living, and rehab for alcohol abuse. The best way to make sure this happens is to make sure you get the best start possible with a successful detox.
Private Alcohol Detox in Utah
Don’t put yourself or your loved ones at risk by trying to detox from alcohol on your own. When you are ready to quit drinking, trust Nexstep Medical Detox. We are here to care and advocate for you through all the stages of alcohol withdrawal. During and after your alcohol detox, we can help you with getting into treatment or communicate with the alcohol rehab center of your choice, here in Orem, throughout the Salt Lake City area, or anywhere nationwide. Contact us to start your admissions today.
