Every prescription drug is different. For some patients, detoxing will take much longer than it will for others. The duration of each patient’s withdrawal symptoms is largely determined by the type and amount of drugs being used, the length of addiction, and the individual’s current health and medical history. When you arrive at our posh Manhattan Beach campus, you’ll be immediately screened by a therapist and our intake nurse. We’ll collect all of the information that’s necessary for customizing your care, and will start leveraging mitigating strategies to minimize and manage your withdrawal symptoms right away. Our admissions and check-in process is both quick and streamlined to get our clients into a comfortable and relaxed state. After a brief tour of the facility and a chance to meet our treatment team, you can get settled into your room.

Your vitals will be monitored all throughout your detox. We’ll take measures to keep your heart rate, body temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels stable. As your body exhibits new or heightened signs of distress, you can count on us to identify and alleviate them. Our goal is to make sure that this process is as safe and comfortable as possible. Much like our residential addiction treatment program, all of your care will take place in a secure, closed-campus environment. This will keep you protected from all outside triggers, temptations, and stressors, and give you the ability to focus solely on getting well. There’s no pressure to engage in lengthy therapy sessions or other treatment-related activities while detoxing. You’ll have ample time to rest, practice good nutrition, and benefit from our whole-health approach to promoting total wellness and healing.

We also place a strong focus on addressing the underlying conditions that have led to prescription drug abuse. After all, whether you’re weaning off of a prescription medication, replacing this product with a non-habit-forming one, or abstaining entirely, it is still important to have an effective and reliable way to manage your pain. Our dual diagnosis treatment team can accurately identify any anxiety-related or other underlying mental health disorders, and can establish a safe and sustainable plan for managing it long-term. If you’ve been using prescription drugs for the management of a physical condition, our in-house doctors can coordinate your care with your regular treatment teams.

Prescription drug addiction doesn’t have to be a lifelong burden. The best way to deal with chemical dependency on prescription medications is by seeking professional help. At our Manhattan Beach location, you can complete this first and most challenging stage of your recovery in a boutique rehab setting, and in tranquil, comfortable surroundings.