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If you are struggling with drug and alcohol abuse, you are not alone. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 48.7 million people struggled with a substance use disorder in 2022.[1]
Because addiction can be difficult to overcome, inpatient rehab is often necessary to maintain long-term sobriety. One of the most important steps in a residential treatment program is detox. Medical detox services help you cope with withdrawal symptoms by offering treatments and medications to keep you safe and comfortable.
While many methods are used during detox, a new and groundbreaking treatment has been gaining popularity. NAD+ therapy is now commonly used to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms, regenerate cells, and boost energy during the detox phase of recovery. It involves giving IV infusions that include nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+).
In this article, you will learn:
- What NAD+ therapy is
- How NAD+ therapy works
- Why NAD+ therapy is used during detox
What is NAD+ Therapy?
NAD+ therapy is a new medical treatment that can improve brain function, lessen withdrawal symptoms, and improve energy levels. It is used for a variety of reasons, however, it has been found effective for patients undergoing detox from drug and alcohol abuse. NAD+ therapy for addiction involves a slow IV drip of a substance known as nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide.
When you receive NAD IV treatment, a medical professional inserts an IV into your arm and connects it to a tube that slowly drips the substance into your bloodstream. The infusion process typically takes 30 to 45 minutes.
NAD IV therapy is helpful during detox because addiction causes a depletion of vitamins and minerals in your body. When you are recovering from substance abuse, the natural reserve of NAD+ in your body is extremely low. Using this therapy helps increase the levels of NAD in your body.
Studies show that there is a significant improvement among patients with alcohol and opioid addiction during detox when NAD+ therapy is used. Oftentimes, cravings and withdrawal symptoms are removed when this treatment is facilitated.[2]
The Purpose of NAD+ During Detox
The withdrawal stage is one of the most difficult times during addiction recovery. Thankfully, drug and alcohol rehab programs offer treatments to significantly reduce your cravings and withdrawal symptoms. One of the holistic approaches to detox treatment is NAD+ therapy.
NAD+ therapy helps during detox and recovery by:
Reducing Withdrawal Symptoms
The severity of your withdrawal symptoms depends on what type of substance you were abusing, how long you’ve been taking it, and additional factors like age or overall health. Symptoms can range from feeling like a mild flu to severe effects such as seizures and hallucinations. As a result, it’s important to have some sort of treatment or medication to control your symptoms.
A new, effective, and natural way to reduce withdrawal symptoms is NAD+ therapy. When combined with amino acids, this treatment can reduce cravings and lessen withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, mood swings, depression, and more. It can also flush substances out of your system faster.
Regenerating Cells
The NAD that naturally occurs in your body is there to convert food into cellular energy that fuels your body. When addiction depletes your NAD levels, you will feel mentally tired and physically fatigued.
NAD+ infusions promote cell regeneration and increase the amount of cellular energy in your body.[3] This helps you during detox by increasing your energy on a cellular level and allowing your body to heal itself faster.
Boosting Energy Levels
As mentioned, NAD turns the food you eat into energy. During detox, you will probably deal with something called brain fog, which is mental fatigue that causes difficulty thinking clearly and performing tasks. If you are receiving NAD+ therapy, these common problems will be resolved naturally.
Having your energy levels boosted during detox will help you focus on other areas of recovery instead of using all of your energy to overcome symptoms. You will be better able to focus during therapy and counseling sessions, increasing treatment retention.
Get Connected to NAD+ in Addiction Treatment
If you or a loved one suffers from addiction, it’s time to seek professional help. At the Mandala Healing Center, we believe in a combination of evidence-based treatments and holistic approaches. If you are interested in receiving NAD therapy during detox, we are the perfect program for you.
Why Choose The Mandala Healing Center? Clients are taken on a journey of healing through complete immersion into evidence-based clinical modalities, multifaceted alternative therapies, and expert medical management, allowing them to fully detox and recover from drug and alcohol addictions. Through a program of care designed to encourage change, a foundation is created that allows clients to find their higher purpose and reclaim their lives.
Contact us today for more information on how we treat addiction using a combination of NAD+ therapy, FDA-approved medications, and evidence-based therapies.
References:
- The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): HHS, SAMHSA Release 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health Data
- MDPI: Sobriety and Satiety: Is NAD+ the Answer
- The National Library of Medicine (NLM): The Role of NAD+ in Regenerative Medicine
