Acupuncture for addiction treatment
In the inpatient treatment program at Marworth, acupuncture is offered as an accompaniment during the detoxification phase of treatment. The optional sessions are performed by a naturopathic doctor and licensed acupuncturist and follow the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA) ear protocol which was specifically developed to be used in addiction treatment settings
Benefits of acupuncture
The most common benefits associated with acupuncture in addiction treatment include:
- Decreased cravings
- Decreased depression
- Decreased anxiety
- Decreased anger/irritability
- Decreased headaches
- Increased concentration
- Increased sleep quality
Patients interested in adding acupuncture to their detox plan can attend up to three sessions a week. The sessions are in a small group setting on campus and last about 30-45 minutes.
Call Marworth at 800-442-7722 to speak with an admissions counselor. You can enroll in a substance use recovery program yourself or refer someone else for treatment. Many people are referred to Marworth by a family member, family doctor, therapist, employer, employee assistance program, insurance provider, clergy, community organization or another drug and alcohol center.