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We extend our most profound gratitude to our patients for their inspirational letters of appreciation. We want to share some of our rapid detox reviews and testimonials, as well as Waismann Method® reviews, from among thousands of successful patients. Explore them below to discover why our patients agree that Waismann Method® is the leading treatment for those struggling with opioid use disorder, alcohol, and prescription drug addiction.

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So it's been one year since my time at Domus. In that year, I've dealt with sorrow, trauma and stress that would have normally sent me into a downward spiral of unprecedented opioid use. That hasn't been the case.

My desire to use opiates, or, my emotional "Off button" is non existent. I've maintained a level of freedom from an addiction that left me for dead and killed so many that I knew, it's nothing short of miraculous.

Detox is rough, in a jail cell going cold turkey or well cared for in the ICU. Best tip I have before going, Titrate how much you're using (as best as you can, be realistic but don't prematurely go into withdrawals) so the procedure isn't so intense physically.

Thankfully, after you've recovered from anesthesia and are cleared to leave the ICU, you go to an amazing place.

Wonderful staff: Chef's who put Gordon Ramsay to shame, therapy sessions from an amazing Psychologist, medical staff who put up with so much and still provide a level of patient centered care that rivals any facility I've been in, a housekeeping staff who's always smiling when working and the rest of the staff, who hold many titles, do many jobs and deserve much praise for their positive attitudes and hard work.

If you're reading this and thinking "man, that's a lot of money!" You're not alone. I did pay cash, and afterwards did a breakdown of services provided and the cost. It's actually reasonable when taking into consideration the hospital stay, meds and your stay at Domus. Plus, can you put a value on being free from opiates? I can't. Not to mention I would have wasted more than that on drugs in one year, possibly died and still been in full blown addiction.

My advice? Prepare yourself or your loved one for returning home. Rest is important, this isn't a magic wand that takes away the length of rest needed to be healthy. Not interacting with the people who you were using with is crucial. Say your goodbyes before you leave and don't feel tempted to check on those people now that you feel better. It's not worth being in a risky situation. Aftercare: I have 2 practitioners I see for therapy, aftercare looks different for everyone but it's so important to have a safety net of some kind post treatment.

I'll be very blunt about this too: This is a huge waste of money, time and your life if you don't want it. And mean WANT IT. Not "I'm tired of disappointing everyone" not "My parents/significant other are really pushing me to do this" and definitely not "This is some magical cure all that will stop my addiction in it's tracks."

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Only you know when you’re done, and when you are, to me, this is the final piece to the start of a new chapter in your life.

I’m so glad I was done. 20+ years of using with 15 of them being solid addiction just wasn’t fun anymore. Being 35 at the time, I realized my life wasn’t what it could be and certainly isn’t what anyone should strive for. So it was time for a change.

I found the Waismann method online while looking for diagrams of new injection sites, I was at a point of pure desperation. “Opiates.com? They should have some tips on how I can continue to get high” I thought. How wrong I was and how happy I was to be wrong. I shed a tear to find out that something like this existed, I had no clue.

And finally, wow. I’m still here. Still free of the desire to use or associate with those in active addiction. My heart still breaks when I see others struggling, and if I could, I would send everyone to get the help they need at Domus.

I hope this can help others weighing the choice of seeking this treatment facility or another, to make the choice that’s right for them. I’ve been to multiple residential inpatient programs, 2 months, 6 months, 13 months, none of them did anything positive for me. So thank you again to everyone involved with the Waismann method (I was at the facility in California) for what you’re doing. It’s working. Look forward to another yearly update, positive or negative, I’ll leave my feedback.

Opioid Detox Patient

2004

“I underwent the Waismann Method starting in 2004. I was ready to stop, and I was deathly afraid of going through the horror of opiate withdrawal. My use ramped up until the day I flew in from Kentucky and entered your Orange County Hospital program. Although the after-effects of having my receptor sites washed with Naltrexone were no picnic, it was clearly zero withdrawal. Gaining energy and clarity took some time, but I was able to resume work and pretty functional the following week. It just exhausted me. I immediately enrolled in an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and had access to a great, methodical, and kind therapist you provided as a part of your aftercare program. I received a prescription for a few naltrexone and still have one in a matchbox and never used them. I am thrilled and at peace. My faltering business has grown to a level I never imagined. My relationship with my wife and son is excellent. I spend a significant amount of time volunteering in different areas of the recovery process. I am appointed to oversee long-term rehab facilities that are a significant step toward fighting the gigantic opiate/fentanyl epidemic. I can’t say that Waismann was the reason I was successful, but I will absolutely say that there is not a more humane method to detoxing than the Waismann method. I would recommend your method 100% to anyone that seriously wants to quit. Relapse doesn’t depend on the method of detox, but opiate withdrawal doesn’t have to be the most excruciating experience I can imagine. I’ve done it several times, and the fear of it kept me using for years. Feel free to utilize any part of this letter that you like. I will happily be a reference for anyone I can help with. I am loaded with appreciation. Today, I have been clean for 15 years and eight months. My guess is I’ll be clean all day again today.”

Oxycodone and Morphine Rapid Detox

2021

“Excellent choice, best decision ever. I am so glad I came here more than anywhere else.”

Fentayl Detox

2021

“The best possible building block to start my road to recovery.”

Heroin Rapid Detox

2019

“The best – I would not consider anywhere else.”

Oxycodone and Morphine Rapid Detox

2021

“Excellent choice, best decision ever. I am so glad I came here more than anywhere else.”

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Suboxone Detox

A medically assisted detox can significantly reduce the length and severity of Suboxone withdrawal, which prevents the risk of relapse while increasing the chances of a successful recovery.

June 15, 2021

Oxycodone Detox

This is the healthiest I have felt in years If you really want to get clean this program is perfect. You will detox as quick and painless as possible but it’s not a magic bullet. The first few days are rough but I couldn’t believe how fast I improved. Now I am clean not in any withdrawal and hope to never feel like I did on those first few days again. I was prescribed so many pain med’s and had been in constant pain. Now that I’m off the med’s my pain has decreased. This is the healthiest I have felt in years – Oxycodone, 2017

May 10, 2021

Oxycontin Detox

Oxycontin Testimonial I was scared about coming here. As soon as I called and spoke with the team, I knew I was on my way to recovery. I strongly and empathically advise anybody with opioid addiction to come. – Texas Detox Patient, 2009

May 9, 2021

Oxycodone Detox

Oxycodone and Oxycontin Detox

Opportunity to get back on track and find my dream to follow I cannot begin to tell you how amazing the Domus Retreat is. When you arrive after the “detox” it feels like every ounce of strength is sapped out of you and then you walk into the luxury of Domus Retreat. From the soft duvet comforters, and soft blankets everywhere you go to the smothering that seems to just appear at your bedside, you are pampered by the nicest staff I have ever met in my life. Thanks to all of you for a “time-out” and an opportunity to get back on track and find my dream to follow. Dr. Lowenstein, thank you for the gift you gave me and David Livingston for some great suggestions. Jamon, Leon, Cook(s) and highest points to Maria for helping me with laundry and packing. I couldn’t have done this without you, Domus!!! — Oxycodone, Oxycontin, 2015

May 9, 2021

Percocet Detox

100 Percocet A Day Habit Despite earlier attempts to detox off opiates, the experience at Waismann was the easiest, safest, healthiest way I could have gotten off my 100 Percocet a day habit. My stay at Domus was the perfect way to feel at ease and be taken care of until I could take care of myself. The staff and programs run are first rate and I feel fortunate to have been a part of it.

May 8, 2021

Norco Detox

TO ANYONE WITH DRUG DEPENDENCY “This program is not an easy way out but is thorough & controlled. As with all good things they don’t come comfortably but end result in short amount of time. I would recommend this to anyone with drug dependency. These folks have 14 yrs experience and know what they are doing. I could not have done a program that boots you out of the hospital and has your wife be your nurse. The professionalism and knowledge of the staff at Domus made my experience easier than I thought it could be. Again this program is a safe detox done in a hospital by professional Dr’s [and] nurses. Can’t replace the care and help received here. Saved my life.” – Norco, 2014

May 8, 2021