Methadone treatment programs, also known as methadone maintenance treatment programs, offer a path to recovery for individuals struggling with opioid addiction. These programs use methadone, a long-acting opioid medication, to reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings, allowing patients to rebuild their lives. Here’s a closer look at how these programs function and the benefits they provide.…
In the realm of addiction treatment, a comprehensive approach often yields the best outcomes. Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) is one such approach, combining medication with behavioral therapies to treat substance use disorders. This dual strategy is gaining traction in the field of behavioral health for its effectiveness in helping patients sustain recovery. Let’s delve into…
Entering a detox center is a critical step in the journey to addiction recovery. It’s often the first and most pivotal decision individuals make towards achieving a healthier, substance-free life. Here, we’ll discuss the various benefits of seeking treatment at a professional detox center and why it may be the best choice for those ready…
At Sunlight Medical Services, we recognize that recovery from addiction is a journey that requires a personalized approach. One such approach is the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), a flexible yet structured treatment plan. This article delves into what an IOP is and its significant impact on the recovery process. Exploring the Realm of Intensive Outpatient…
Methadone for drug addiction is not a new program and has, in fact, been used since the early part of the 1970s. The methadone program is administered by our medical professionals at Sunlight Medical Services as a substitution for the use of opioids. Through carefully controlled and regulated use of methadone, the individual can eliminate…
One of the most effective ways to treat opioid use disorder is through the use of methadone. Methadone is an opioid agonist, which offers long-lasting relief from cravings for opioids, reduces withdrawal symptoms, and also dulls the effects of opioids, reducing the likelihood that the individual will use heroin or other opioids as there is…
When struggling with addiction, having as many treatment options as possible is key to the healing and recovery process. Our medication-assisted treatment program, or MAT, is most effective for individuals struggling with opioid addiction to treat and manage their addiction. Unfortunately, many individuals are unable to find the addiction treatment they need. Whether it is…
It is not uncommon for individuals to use the terms opiates and opioids interchangeably. Yet, these terms do represent two different, though very similar, classes of drugs. What is the difference between opiate vs. opioid? Understanding the difference can help individuals understand the kind of treatment they need should they or a loved one develop…
At Sunlight Medical Services, we have found during our practice that different things work for different people. Some need to be disconnected from the world to heal, while others need to keep living. And, the science moves on – it was previously believed that a person with a substance use disorder absolutely must go through…
Sublocade (buprenorphine extended-release) is a prescription medication that addiction treatment centers use to treat a person with moderate to severe addiction to opioids. With the right medication, a person who has an addiction to opioids has a better chance of sustainable recovery without relapse. Why Specialists Use Sublocade Treatment Doctors may prescribe Sublocade to reduce…