Addiction treatment programs can come in a variety of forms. Sometimes, a person might require more of a sterile medical treatment facility, whereas others might benefit from more holistic approaches.
If you or a loved one are wondering what type of addiction program might work best for you, contact Zelus Recovery today via 208.518.0797 to discuss your options.
What Is Holistic Healthcare?
Holistic healthcare refers to a “whole person” approach to healthcare interventions. A “whole person” approach refers to a simultaneous focus on both the mind and body for complete healing. An addiction treatment center might see holistic approaches as an opportunity to meet patients’ psychological and physical needs. Some examples of approaches are:
- Yoga
- Meditation
- Massage Therapy
- Acupuncture
These approaches help patients see improvements not only in their rehabilitation but also in their day-to-day life.
What Is a Holistic Treatment Program?
Rehabilitation programs that incorporate holistic treatments often carefully consider a collective physical, mental, and spiritual model to build a comprehensive treatment plan for people struggling with substance use disorders. Several of these techniques are referred to as complementary treatments. Some examples are:
- Massage
- Acupuncture and acupressure
- Reiki and other types of energy work
- Yoga and meditation
- Biofeedback and neurofeedback
- Nutritional therapy
- Herbal medicines
These are just a few examples of the wide range of treatments categorized as holistic treatments. Rather than target a single element of an individual’s symptoms or behaviors, holistic treatment programs intend to treat the whole person and improve their overall well-being. A holistic approach to addiction treatment should address a broad set of factors that play a role in the development of a patient’s addiction rather than only addressing isolated addictive behaviors.
Holistic Techniques for Addiction Treatment
Holistic treatment for drug addiction can use a number of different approaches, and the same goes for holistic treatment for alcohol addiction. Sometimes, holistic approaches are used to emphasize certain aspects of standard addiction recovery. These approaches are meant to help with:
- Certain withdrawal symptoms
- Stress or other emotional issues that may have supported addiction
- A lack of spiritual grounding
- Unhealthy eating habits
Techniques like Reiki are used to help correct an energetic imbalance through body-energy manipulation. Generally, it is recommended that holistic treatment for drug and alcohol addiction be used in combination with standard treatment efforts. Holistic treatments should generally not be used as a replacement for evidence-based addiction treatment approaches.
Types of Holistic Addiction Treatment Therapies
Holistic therapies can be used to encompass several different aspects of healthy living, ranging from exercise to silent meditation. Some common therapies include:
Nutritional Therapy
Being physically healthy is a key aspect of addiction recovery. Many people suffering from addictions have a difficult time focusing on proper nutrition and therefore have a difficult time healing in a productive manner. Patients recovering from addictions are given the opportunity to give their bodies the nutrition they need to stay healthy.
Exercise and Recreational Therapy
Engaging in daily exercise can encourage building routines, relieve stress, and strengthen the body physically.
Meditation Therapy
When overcoming an addiction, it is important for the patient to have a clear mind. Guided meditation is a common and important part of many holistic treatment programs. Meditation can be practiced in many forms, such as yoga and tai chi.
Massage and Acupuncture
Massage is often used in holistic treatment therapy to help relieve stress and relax the body. Acupuncture can be used to help restore balance to a person’s body after extended substance abuse.
Discover Holistic Addiction Treatment With Zelus Recovery
If you believe that you or a loved one would benefit from holistic addiction treatment, reach out to one of our healthcare professionals today via 208.518.0797 to discuss Zelus Recovery’s holistic treatment options.
