Alcohol Use Disorder

Signs of Alcohol Use Disorder

Needing alcohol to unwind every day
Feeling unable to cut down on the amount of alcohol use
Feeling guilty about alcohol use
High amounts of anxiety and tension that are relieved by alcohol

Treatment of Alcohol Use Disorder

We approach the treatment of alcohol use disorders via a multi-pronged approach:

Addressing the causes and results of excess alcohol use with functional medicine lab testing of nutrient deficiencies, gut health and other biochemical derangements
Neurotransmitter precursor therapy
Addressing withdrawal symptoms with appropriate medications
We also use the Sinclair method for patients who prefer this treatment modality

Alcohol Withdrawal

Acute alcohol withdrawal is a serious condition that is diagnosed with careful history taking and examination. Withdrawal occurs when a patient who is physically dependent on alcohol stops drinking all at once. Those with mild to moderate symptoms can be managed as outpatients with daily physician monitoring.

Please note that alcohol withdrawal is a serious medical condition and outpatient treatment is not safe for everyone. Dr. Madhava will assess each patient for whether detoxification in the outpatient setting can be done safely and appropriately.

The Sinclair Method

The Sinclair Method uses a specific treatment protocol for Alcohol Use Disorders. It uses the opiate blocker called Naltrexone to reduce or eliminate a person's craving for alcohol. This method can help you feel free of the grip that alcohol has on your life by decreasing its effect on you and your brain. This method has shown to have a success rate of up to 78%, as described in the book, "The Cure for Alcoholism" (pictured here).

Alcoholic Liver Disease

Dr. Madhava uses a harm-reduction approach towards alcoholic liver disease. Listen to her lecture here to learn more about the research about the etiology and treatment of alcoholic liver disease.

Root Causes of Alcohol-Associated Liver Disease

Harm Reduction Treatment Approach to Alcohol-Associated Liver Disease

Our Approach

At Brain Body Medical, we seek to address the root causes of brain imbalance with functional medicine evaluations to prevent relapse, reduce cravings and optimize health.

Neurotransmitter precursor therapy with nutrients
Brain healthy diet
Lifestyle enhancements
Functional medicine testing and treatments based on results
Health coaches and health educators
Psycho-social supports

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Laboratory Assessments

Blood testing to look for metabolic imbalances
Hair tissue mineral analysis for heavy metals and minerals
Stool testing for gut health and digestion
Urine and saliva testing for hormones

Personalized Evaluation

Expert review of questionnaires and lab tests to identify root causes of imbalances
Partnership with patients to determine goals
Discussion and selection of personalized treatment options