Detox and withdrawal can be painful when attempted on your own, which is why so many attempts to detox alone ultimately fail. Fortunately, we offer you several ways to prioritize your comfort, keep you safe, and increase your chances of successful detox.A Personalized Plan – Quitting cold turkey isn’t always the safest way to detox. We minimize your discomfort by guiding you towards the right detox plan for you, even if it’s a long-term approach.Suboxone Prescriptions – When appropriate, our board-certified physician is licensed to prescribe Suboxone, a versatile adjunct to your detox and addiction treatment that can minimize the symptoms of both withdrawal and chronic pain.Chronic Pain Management Plan – Our medical team will evaluate you to establish a chronic pain management plan that reduces your risk of prescription medication abuse while still providing effective pain relief. Comfortable Detox Environment – Instead of detoxing in a harsh and uncomfortable hospital, we’ll invite you to recover safely in our beautiful and relaxing treatment resort on the healing island of Hawaii.

Is Detoxing Alone Dangerous?

Anytime your body develops a chemical dependency on alcohol, opiates, benzodiazepines, methamphetamine, cocaine, amphetamines, or any other substance, the first step to recovery is detox. No matter how committed you are to your recovery, it’s essential never to attempt this first step alone. That’s because detoxing without medical supervision can be dangerous and painful. The physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms that you may experience when detoxing alone could include nausea, vomiting, hallucinations, seizures, anxiety, bone and joint pain, overwhelming cravings, and suicidal thoughts. In some cases, withdrawing from particular substances too quickly can even be fatal.Detoxing alone is rarely successful… but it doesn’t have to be that way. At Hawaii Island Recovery, we offer a better, safer way to detox and embark on your journey to recovery.

Home Addiction Treatment Services Medically Supervised Detoxification

Medically Supervised Detoxification

Detox safely and comfortably under the supervision of a board-certified addictionologist in Hawaii.

To break free from addiction, one must physically detox from an addictive substance. While this is not a replacement for treatment, it is the vital first step. We offer a safe and straightforward path from active addiction to sobriety. At Hawaii Island Recovery, you will detox safely under the supervision of a board-certified addictionologist charged with creating a safe and comfortable detox protocol to get you from active addiction into the early stages of sobriety.

At admission to Hawaii Island Recovery, our patients are assessed by our Medical Director to identify any detox needs. The physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms that you may experience detoxing without medical supervision could include nausea, vomiting, hallucinations, seizures, anxiety, bone and joint pain, overwhelming cravings, and suicidal thoughts. In some cases, withdrawing from particular substances can even be fatal.

Step 1: Meet With Our Addictionologist

Our board-certified addictionologist will assess patients to determine the best detox protocol. A medically supervised detox is designed to keep patients safe and comfortable. Withdrawal symptoms will vary from person to person depending on various factors such as:

Length of time using the substance
The average amount used
Frequency of use
Mental health and medical history
Poli-Substance (mixture of alcohol or other drugs in combination
Gender
Bodyweight
How the individual administered the substance

Step 2: Detox In A Safe Environment

Detox under the supervision of our Medical Director, Registered Nurse, and Resident Managers.

Step 3: Begin Your Personal Recovery

After detox, patients will transition into residential programming. We want to ensure our patients are equipped to stay sober. The next step in our patient’s journey is to illuminate their path to long-term contented recovery.

I highly recommend this program to anyone who is ready to change their life for the better
My month at Hawaii Island Recovery has been amazing. The therapists and staff are fantastic and have helped me overcome traumas I have been holding onto for 13+ years. They have taught me a large variety of skills to manage my anxiety and made my detox as comfortable as possible.

John B.

Expertise You Can Trust

Your health and comfort are in good hands here at Hawaiian Island Recovery. Watch this short video to meet Dr. Stephen H. Denzer, our Medical Director and the board-certified addictionologist who will oversee your detox, medication management, and pain management.