Many people often hear the word “holistic” and automatically assume that only “alternative” treatments or practices will be used, and there is no place in the holistic view for “conventional” medicine. This is incorrect—at least it is at G&G Holistic Treatment Program facilities.
When our medical staff is examining a client, one of the first procedures performed is a complete blood work-up. This is the exact same “blood test” that would be done in any health care practitioner’s office or at any conventional medical facility.
A complete blood work-up gives G&G Holistic Treatment Program medical personnel information on the number of red and white blood cells in the blood, as well as the number of platelets. Too few red blood cells may indicate that a person is anemic or is in danger of becoming anemic, while too many white blood cells may indicate the presence of an infection somewhere in the body.
Platelets give an indication of the blood’s ability to clot properly. Changes, which can include the number present as well as their appearance, can help the G&G Holistic Treatment Program medical staff determine if they will need to take precautions to ensure that excess bleeding does not occur when or if necessary medical procedures are being performed.
And, of course, the complete blood work-up will reveal whether or not drugs or alcohol are still present in the body, as well as how long it has been since the client has used drugs or alcohol. This is especially important to the staff, as they will use this information when planning the drug rehabilitation program.
G&G Holistic Treatment Program medical staff members share the results of the complete blood work-up with the client. They explain what each number means, and ensure that the client understands the information before proceeding to the next phase of the alcohol rehabilitation process.
By doing this, they further illustrate how holistic treatment involves the body as well as the mind and spirit. Stress levels of the client who understands what is happening and why, and what things mean, will be reduced significantly, making the client more receptive to drug rehabilitation.
A healthier body will result in a healthier mind and spirit. Therefore, alcohol rehabilitation will be easier when physical problems have been identified and taken care of. Anyone with questions or concerns about the medical procedures, including the complete blood work-up, performed at G&G Holistic Treatment Program can call 1-800-559-9503, or visit the website at http://holisticdrugrehab.com for more information.
