MAT can be used to support medical detox, but the two terms are not interchangeable. While some Abington, PA rehab centers offer both, some may offer one or the other.
MAT uses medications that reduce cravings or produce an unpleasant reaction when the client uses drugs or alcohol. MAT is most often used for opioid, alcohol, and benzodiazepine addiction.
Medical detox is a type of supervised detox program that treats withdrawal symptoms as they occur to make withdrawal safer and more comfortable.