NAD, or nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, is a coenzyme found in every body cell. It is crucial in energy production, DNA repair, and cellular communication. But what does NAD have to do with addiction detox? At Springfield Wellness Center, we believe that NAD is the new standard in addiction detox. If you’re looking for NAD treatment…
If addiction is affecting you or someone you know, you may have heard that detox is central to the recovery process. But why is this the case? And how does detox fit in with the other things you need to do to regain lasting sobriety? Answers to these questions can help clarify the methods used…
New, deadlier drugs mean there’s never been a better time to detox And Springfield Wellness Center can help you do it When synthetic fentanyl hit the streets of the US in the 1980s, law enforcement and healthcare officials sounded the alarm because the synthetic opioid was so much more powerfully…
When it comes to withdrawal from substance use disorder, there are two stages. The first stage is acute. Physical withdrawal symptoms occur during this stage, usually lasting for a few weeks. The second withdrawal stage is post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS). As its name suggests, it comes after the acute stage. Though physical symptoms reduce in…
Heroin side effects have a devastating impact on the human body. In addition, there are wide-reaching medical and social impacts. The use of heroin rose in the United States over the past decade, coinciding with an increase in people abusing prescription opioid drugs like Vicodin and OxyContin. Because it is easier to acquire and lower…
Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid similar to but more potent than morphine. It was initially developed as an anesthetic for medical use. However, because of its high potency and potential for addiction, it is classified as a Schedule II drug in the United States. Fentanyl addiction can develop quickly and be challenging to overcome…
You may feel helpless if you have a loved one struggling with opioid addiction. However, you must remember that you and your loved one are not alone. Many people in Louisiana are struggling with the same thing, and opioid addiction help is available if you need it. Springfield Wellness Center is a trusted opioid detox…
Fentanyl addiction is a severe problem in the United States. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) calls fentanyl a powerful synthetic opioid that is up to 100 times more potent than morphine. Fentanyl is often prescribed to patients with severe pain, such as cancer patients. However, because of its potency, fentanyl is also often…
The misuse of drugs has become a huge public health concern in America, with mortality rates for drug overdoses rising across many communities. As a result, thousands of people lose their lives each year due to drug overdoses. Many who struggle with drug addiction are willing to quit but find it difficult due to the…
What is the BRIDGE? The BRIDGE is an FDA-approved device that minimizes the pain and discomfort some people experience during withdrawal from opioids. Without it, withdrawal pain can be debilitating and a major deterrent to detox. To learn more about the BRIDGE and its effects on opioid addiction treatment, call us today at 844.334.4727 for…