As the first step in alcoholism recovery, detox represents the fresh start you need. It’s one of the hardest things you’ll ever do, but also one of the most rewarding.
Rehab4Addiction is a stepping stone to alcohol detox Oxford, and our services are for anyone who is battling dependence or addiction.
Join us as we unpack alcohol detox Oxford, before calling us on 0800 140 4690 (UK) or +44 345 222 3508 (international) for further support and advice.
All addictions are difficult to recover from, but alcohol involves both physical and psychological symptoms, which makes it one of the hardest drugs to withdraw from safely.
If an alcohol user decides to stop drinking suddenly, they’re risking severe withdrawal symptoms. At its worst, this can lead to:
These symptoms can be life-threatening. Deliriums Tremens, a dangerous type of alcohol withdrawal involving hyperthermia, tremors and severe confusion, has a mortality rate of 5-25% (1).
As you can see, detoxing without medical support is extremely dangerous for people with alcoholism.
Even if severe symptoms don’t occur, battling mild to moderate symptoms with no medical supervision is dangerous and could put your health at risk in a way that is avoidable with a medical alcohol detox.
Alcohol detox Oxford provides a secure setting, qualified medical staff, and a safe withdrawal process, which makes it much safer for the body to slowly learn how to function without alcohol.
Contrary to popular belief, detoxes aren’t just for people in late stages of alcoholism. They’re also used for mild addictions and even alcohol dependence.
As alcohol is physically addictive, it’s always recommended to get an alcohol detox Oxford before receiving alcohol addiction therapy.
Otherwise, intense physical symptoms will interfere with your long-term recovery, and could even lead to a medical emergency due to the dangers of going cold turkey.
Below, we outline the benefits of attending a residential/inpatient alcohol detox in Oxford:
Affordability is one of the most common concerns when it comes to detoxing in Oxford.
Rehab is an investment in your long-term health. If you can afford to complete a full treatment programme, we would strongly recommend making this a priority, as the alternative (not getting sober) will be much more costly both financially and mentally.
Individualised treatment plans are a hallmark of private rehab, so it may be possible to make your treatment more affordable via tailoring. Keep in mind that private rehabs vary significantly in cost, so it’s always worth exploring different facilities.
We understand that many people simply can’t afford to pursue residential rehab. Fortunately, there are methods of making treatment more budget-friendly.
While one month of inpatient rehab is the most effective route, if it’s not possible, consider:
NHS alcohol detox is also an option, though it’s not wise to rely on this due to long waiting lists.
Try not to look at home detoxing as an equal alternative to rehab.
Rehab is the most successful treatment for the majority of people, whereas home detoxing is beneficial for people who can’t go to rehab. For example, they may:
If you’re considering a home detox, consider whether the following apply to you:
If you said yes to every bulletpoint, it’s possible that a home detox would be beneficial for you. It’s certainly a cost-effective and convenient way to get sober, but we would always recommend moving onto psychological treatments afterwards (e.g., alcoholism counselling, sober coaching, therapy, self-help groups etc).
We’re a confidential service, offering free telephone consultations to people who are interested in all forms of addiction treatment.
How it works? We weigh up your current situation and help you decide which route would be best for you. If you’re already determined to pursue a certain route, we honour that, and immediately begin to look for trusted detox treatments in Oxford.
For rapid access to alcohol detox Oxford, dial 0800 140 4690 (UK) or +44 345 222 3508 (international).
Below, we answer some common questions around this important topic:
You aren’t obliged to get therapy alongside your detox, but it is strongly recommended. It helps you get to the root of your addiction, which is essential for staying sober long-term.
It costs around £1200-£1700 to withdraw from alcohol at home.
Costs are lower than rehab in Oxford as you aren’t using rehab facilities. However, you’re still paying for medication and some level of online medical supervision or contact.
Yes, you need to have an initial assessment before you get a detox, even if it’s a home detox in Oxford.
There are many risks involved with detoxing, and clinical assessments identify and mitigate these risks.
It’s possible for GPs to arrange home detoxes in Oxford, but it’s very rare. Usually, clients go straight to referral services like Rehab4Addiction.
Other options are going to a treatment provider directly (which can be more time-consuming and stressful) or getting advice from a UK addiction charity.
