To overcome substance abuse – especially when the addiction is to a painkiller like oxycodone – you need a mental health and addiction specialist who understands every part of addiction. From the physical to the emotional to the psychological aspects that make up your addiction – that’s what we offer here at Magnolia Ranch Recovery.
We’re an addiction recovery center just 75 miles out from Nashville, TN. With us, you’ll get the individual and group therapy you need to help address both your addiction and your mental health.
You can finally get a handle on your oxycodone addiction with us. Our team will be there every step, from helping you through withdrawals to building you back up so you can restart your life with all the coping skills you need to thrive.
You can beat your oxycodone addiction and lead a drug-free life; you just need the right support.
What is Oxycodone Addiction?
Oxycodone is an opioid-based pain killer that works by binding itself to the opioid receptors in your brain and, in doing so, blocking messages of pain to the brain. The problem with any medication that provides pain relief, however, is that it’s highly addictive.
Oxycodone is addictive in two ways. One, it also sets off the pleasure parts of your brain, meaning you’ll feel good while on it. Two, it numbs pain. If you have chronic pain or a lengthy recovery period, this can quickly turn into an addiction.
Other Names for Oxycodone
Prescription opioid use is the number one reason why people start using oxycodone. The issue is that you may continue to crave it after your prescription ends. This is when substance abuse can begin. You may doctor shop (try to get new prescriptions at other doctors), may steal, or may put yourself in risky situations to buy more oxycodone illegally.
On the street, for example, oxycodone is sold as:
OC
Oxy
Oxy 80s
Beans
Blues
Buttons
Cotton
and more
Dangers of Chronic Oxycodone Abuse
The more you take oxycodone, the more you’ll develop a physical dependence. This has harmful consequences for your physical and mental health. Here are just a few of the dangers of long-term, chronic oxycodone abuse:
Organ (liver, kidney, heart) damage
Respiratory damage
Heart attacks
Strokes
Irregular heartbeat
Gastrointestinal issues
Insomnia
If you suffer from a mental health illness, your symptoms may worsen as well.
Withdrawal Symptoms of Oxycodone Addiction
One of the key signs of an oxycodone addiction is that you experience withdrawal symptoms when you try to stop or even cut down. Withdrawal symptoms are also one of the top reasons why people struggle to cut down or recover from their oxycodone addiction by themselves – and that’s okay. That’s what we’re here for: to guide you through the detox and recovery process from day one.
We can help you manage any of the common withdrawal symptoms, so come to us for help if you experience the following:
Hot and cold flashes
Anxiety
Irritability
Intense cravings
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Muscle shakes
Insomnia
You may also experience pain. Some report experiencing abdominal pain, joint pain, or even headaches. We can help ease many of these withdrawal symptoms and support you during the detoxification.
Signs of an Oxycodone Addiction
It can be difficult to tell if you’re addicted to painkillers like oxycodone or just use them regularly (and as prescribed). The fact is, sadly, that you can become addicted while following prescriptions – particularly if you have a chronic condition and get regular refills.
That’s why it’s always important to keep checking yourself – or your loved one- if they take oxycodone. To check, see if there are any of these physical, social, or psychological symptoms:
You need to take higher doses or more frequent doses to maintain the same effects
You find it difficult to concentrate
You find it difficult to sleep
You are anxious or irritable between taking oxycodone
You find yourself withdrawing socially from loved ones
You neglect responsibilities
You take risks to obtain more oxycodone (doctor shopping, lying, stealing, or buying illegal sources of oxycodone)
You experience withdrawal symptoms when you try to stop
There are also psychological factors you need to consider. For example, if you already suffer from poor mental health beforehand, you may find that stopping oxycodone worsens those psychological aspects. You may find your anxiety or depression increases between doses since oxycodone activates the opioid receptors in the brain, which then releases dopamine.
You may find it harder to get enjoyment when off oxycodone if you are addicted. If you have a mental health disorder, going off of it can exacerbate those underlying conditions. The good news is that it doesn’t always have to be like this. Getting sober can reverse that cycle, allowing you to start to recover and find joy in the world around you once again.
Opioid Addiction Rates in the United States
In 2022, around 3.5% of overdose deaths were due to semisynthetic opioids, including oxycodone. While oxycodone doesn’t make up the bulk of fatal drug abuse cases, it is part of a larger problem.
In the United States, there is a massive opioid crisis. Overdose deaths from opioids are in the tens of thousands every year. In 2023, for example, the Center for Disease Control reported that 81,083 people died from opioid misuse.
You may think you’re safer because you use oxycodone or other prescription painkillers, but that isn’t true. All opioids carry the risk of overdose, and if you get your drugs from illegal sources, there’s the additional risk of the oxycodone being cut with other, more dangerous substances.
How to Quit Your Habit with Oxycodone Addiction Treatment
The best way to quit your oxycodone addiction is with professional treatment and support. We understand the physical, psychological, and emotional factors that make up an addiction and offer treatments that help you build up resiliency physically, emotionally, and mentally.
Step One: Find a Trusted Addiction Treatment Center
The best way to beat a severe addiction like your oxycodone addiction is with comprehensive help and support from experts. Our oxycodone addiction program works to help you overcome your addiction physically, mentally, and emotionally, giving you the best chance at long-lasting success.
Step Two: The Detox Process
The first step of any addiction recovery journey is the detox. Detox centers help you detox from oxycodone safely and in as much comfort as possible. If one of the reasons why you’ve struggled to stop your oxycodone use on your own is because of the withdrawal symptoms, then searching for a detox center in Nashville can help you succeed.
The detoxification process for fast-acting opioids like oxycodone usually lasts between four and five days. During this time, you will be supervised by our medical experts. Our medical detox approach helps in three main ways:
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
One of the primary detoxification services we offer is MAT. Essentially, we may provide alternative prescription painkillers to help you manage the withdrawal symptoms, your pain (if you came to us with chronic pain), or even curb cravings.
Medical Supervision
We have a medical team on standby 24/7 if there are any complications during the medical detox. We are on hand in case of heart attack, stroke, or seizure, which can be caused by long-term opioid use rather than the detox process itself.
Holistic and Wellness Detox Support
Our detoxification services also include holistic and wellness support. While undergoing medical detox, you can relax and soak in the beautiful Tennessee country at our treatment center. Our ranch’s peace, serenity, natural beauty, and fresh air are conducive to recovery.
Step Three: Individual Therapy
The detox is just step one for a reason. While you will walk out of it sober, you won’t yet have the skills needed to prevent relapse in the future. We offer individualized addiction treatment at our Pulaski, TN, treatment center.
Our addiction treatment services are some of the most comprehensive in the country. You’ll benefit from two to three individual therapy sessions per day. To put that into context, most rehab treatment centers only offer one per week.
For this reason, our intensive inpatient treatment can also be completed more quickly than others. Residential therapy with us takes just 28 days instead of the 3 months it takes elsewhere. However, you won’t automatically be finished in 28 days. If you need more time, you’ll get it.
You can access our comprehensive treatment if you’re part of our inpatient or outpatient program. This includes effective treatment options like cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
Your personalized treatment program is custom-designed to fit your needs and is adapted as you go. We don’t believe there’s a one-size-fits-all oxycodone addiction treatment option, so we’ll adjust the treatments in your program based on your responses.
Step Four: Skills Building and Wellness
We offer several skill-building and holistic options at our treatment facility in Tennessee. These options are designed to help you build your self-confidence, your self-worth, and your sense of responsibility. Addiction can take everything from you – socially and emotionally. You might have lost your hobbies, interests, or even friends to your addiction.
Our holistic and wellness addiction treatment works to help you rebuild those lost aspects of yourself. Here are just a few of the options that may be included in your personalized treatment program:
Art Therapy: Art therapy allows you to express yourself when words fail you and find a healthier outlet for pain, frustration, or fear.
Equine-Assisted Therapy: Build a bond with our horses. Have fun riding and caring for our horses, and feel proud of your efforts in this confidence-building addiction treatment.
Yoga: Build strength and flexibility while learning to connect with your body. Breathwork is also used in treating addiction and even helping manage pain.
Meditation: Meditation is included in your treatment plan to help you learn how to center and ground yourself.
Nutrition Classes: We’ll include nutrition classes in your treatment plan to help you learn how to nourish your body. Nutrition and exercise are essential to repairing any damage and helping you feel better without oxycodone.
Step Five: Building Your Support Network
We know how important it is to be in a community. We include group counseling and family therapy to support your ongoing recovery. Our goal is to help you successfully obtain long-term sobriety. To accomplish that, you need people around you. Community. Family. We work to help mend bonds between your loved ones through family therapy and open up the door to support groups through our group therapy.
Stay connected for the best results. Join a local group therapy support network near where you live, volunteer, and reach out. A strong support network is essential for recovery.
Step Five: Relapse Prevention
We are here to help you achieve a lasting recovery. That’s why we’ll help you build a relapse prevention strategy that includes resources like a support group and ongoing sessions through our outpatient program.
Benefits of Starting a Personalized Oxycodone Addiction Treatment Program at Magnolia Ranch Recovery
There are so many reasons to choose Magnolia Ranch Recovery for your oxycodone addiction treatment:
A stunning 38-acre ranch in the middle of beautiful Tennessee
Less than 75 miles away from Nashville, TN
Available ground transportation for up to 4.5 hours away
Clinical, medical, and holistic treatment
There are residential treatment, intensive outpatient, and ongoing outpatient programs to choose from
Complimentary health insurance check
Fully personalized treatment to suit you
Get Comprehensive Oxycodone Treatment in Tennessee at Magnolia Ranch Recovery
At Magnolia Ranch Recovery, you get one of the most comprehensive oxycodone addiction treatment programs in the country. We’re here to help you through every step of your oxycodone addiction, from detox to building an effective relapse prevention strategy with you.
Substance abuse can be isolating. It can take, and take, and take. Turn your life around here at Magnolia Ranch Recovery, and we’ll give you all the tools you need to walk out a whole new you.
The first step is always the most important, so call our helpful team today. We’ll explain our treatment offerings, run a complimentary health insurance check, and help you understand exactly how we can help you overcome your oxycodone addiction.
