With our solution, you can stay clean for 6–9 months or even longer. It feels like being back in control. Pills are easy to forget, and counseling alone often isn’t enough. Every slip brings shame, phone calls you’d rather not make, and nights you can’t undo. But with our Long-Acting Naltrexone Implant, you don’t have to worry about that anymore. You get your life back.
Our implant is doing the heavy lifting for you—working silently under your skin, blocking the cravings before they even start. There’s no drama, no emotional crash, no bargaining with yourself.
Mental clarity replaces constant noise
Real emotions return—but not overwhelming, just real
Confidence grows because you’re not stuck in a shame loop
Relationships heal—because you're finally present
Hope comes back—the belief that a future is possible
It’s modern medicine doing what willpower alone couldn’t: Giving you space to rebuild while shutting off the cravings that destroyed everything. This isn’t a temporary patch. It’s months of freedom, comfort, and clarity—starting with one decision.
This isn’t available everywhere yet. While others are still offering outdated methods, we’re giving people access to a modern, medically-proven solution that shuts off cravings for months—not days. Our clinic is the place people go when they’re ready for real results.
Stop Drinking. Stay Stopped.
A year-long solution for when willpower isn’t enough.
Take Back Control from Stimulants.
Quiet the compulsions with long-term support.
Calm the Urge to Keep Betting.
Science-backed relief for compulsive gambling.
Modern life rewards pleasure, not peace. Quick hits of dopamine replace real connection and contentment. But dopamine lies. It pulls you deeper while giving you less. Naltrexone helps stop that feedback loop, giving your brain the space to breathe, reset, and choose happiness over compulsion—for good.
Dopamine fuels pleasure. Serotonin creates happiness.
Pleasure is a dopamine hit: fast, intense, and fleeting. It excites your brain—and over time, burns it out. Your receptors adapt by shutting down, leading to tolerance, then addiction. You need more to feel less. In contrast, serotonin—your happiness hormone—calms the mind, promotes connection, and brings peace. Unlike dopamine, it can’t be overdone. It grounds you.
Naltrexone cuts off the cycle of dopamine-fueled craving—so your brain can start healing.
“Eating is for happiness,” said the woman. But was it?
Addiction tricks the brain into thinking you need what you once simply wanted. Whether it’s substances, screens, food, or gambling—dopamine drives the loop. It rewards the hit, not the healing. Naltrexone helps break this illusion by blocking opioid receptors, so your brain stops responding to those artificial highs.
With Naltrexone, you start to feel the difference between true satisfaction and empty reward.
You don’t need to fight harder—you need to feel different.
Naltrexone doesn’t just block pleasure—it clears space for real happiness to grow. It gives your brain a chance to recover, rewire, and reconnect. Relationships feel deeper. Moments feel more meaningful. Instead of chasing highs, you start living in balance.
This is your invitation to stop surviving and start feeling genuinely well.
There’s something life-changing about knowing the fight is no longer inside you. With an implant working silently in your body, the cravings lose their grip—and the chaos begins to fade. No more lies, no more fights, no more constant fear of slipping. You stop surviving… and start living.
This is your chance to take your power back—not just for you, but for the people who never gave up on you.
Don’t wait for “rock bottom” again. Choose the solution that finally gives you a real way out.
This isn’t daily pills—it’s months of steady coverage
Side effects are rare, and we’re with you through them
Talk to us — flexible plans available because you deserve help
You’ll have a dedicated coach and after-care team to support you
Minimally invasive, quick, painless—designed for your comfort
We monitor, follow up, and offer top-up protection if needed
No — you’ll feel more like yourself, not less. The implant only targets the cravings, not your personality. People often report feeling clearer, calmer, and more focused without the emotional chaos.
It’s more common in countries like Australia, where it has helped thousands. In many places, it’s still emerging. We’re one of the few clinics that offers this cutting-edge treatment, and now it’s available to you.
Recovery doesn’t have to mean suffering. This isn’t a shortcut—it’s a support system that turns down the noise so you can actually heal. You’re still doing the work, just without the constant battle against cravings.
Yes. Many clients are open to sharing their experience anonymously or in person. Hearing from someone who’s been where you are can help you see what’s truly possible.
You won’t experience withdrawals from the Naltrexone implant if you’ve fully detoxed beforehand, because Naltrexone isn’t addictive and doesn’t activate opioid receptors—it simply blocks them. However, if you still have opioids in your system, the implant can trigger sudden and intense withdrawal symptoms by forcing the drugs off your receptors too quickly. That’s why doctors require you to be clean for at least 7–10 days before the implant is inserted.
Yes, the Naltrexone implant can help prevent opioid overdose by blocking opioid receptors, so drugs like heroin or fentanyl can’t create a high or respiratory depression. However, it’s not foolproof—if someone takes a very large dose trying to override the block, an overdose can still happen. So while it greatly reduces the risk, it’s not a guaranteed safeguard against overdose death.
“What If You Could Wake Up and Feel… Normal Again?”
No panic. No hiding. No shame. Just a quiet morning, your favorite coffee, and the peace of knowing you’re finally back in control.
That’s what so many of our patients experience—within days of the procedure. With the cravings blocked, they begin to think clearly, feel present, and reconnect with the real world. This isn’t a slow, painful uphill battle. It’s a shift. One day you’re fighting to survive. The next, you realize: you’re living again.
“I was using over 2 grams of heroin daily and felt completely hopeless. I had tried oral naltrexone and Vivitrol, but nothing lasted long enough to protect me from relapse. After doing research with my mum, we found out about the OLANI implant—promising protection for a full year.
It wasn’t available in the U.S., but my mum found the number for a clinic in the Bahamas. A week later, we flew to Nassau. I received the implant the next day, and within 24 hours, my cravings were completely gone. The doctor was skilled, the healing process was easy, and I felt hope for the first time in years.
I’ve now been sober for over two years and just had my second implant. There’s no daily clinic, no rollercoaster. Just freedom. I wish more people could access this in the U.S.—it saved my life.”
“I would be dead today if I hadn’t gotten the OLANI Naltrexone Implant.
My addiction began at 13 and escalated to taking 60 Norcos a day, with countless other drugs. I overdosed 11 times—twice needing to be life-flighted. During my last ICU stay, my mom searched for answers and found the OLANI implant.
The day I left the hospital, we phoned the clinic. A knowledgeable man with a strong English accent gave us hope. Within a week, we had passports and flew to the Bahamas. The outpatient procedure was simple—and life-changing.
I’ve now been clean for a year and a half.
The OLANI implant rocks.”
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The implant is a long-acting, subcutaneous formulation of Naltrexone, a proven opioid antagonist that blocks the euphoric and sedative effects of opioids and alcohol by binding to μ-opioid receptors in the brain. Unlike daily pills or monthly injections, the implant is designed to release Naltrexone gradually for up to 12 months, offering consistent protection against relapse with minimal patient effort.
Naltrexone itself is FDA-approved for treating both opioid and alcohol use disorders, and is commonly used in medication-assisted treatment (MAT). The Implant represents a next-generation approach, removing the daily compliance burden while enhancing long-term recovery outcomes.
Naltrexone DrugFacts – National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
The concept of extended-release Naltrexone has been extensively researched as a response to high relapse rates associated with short-acting treatments. Studies show that longer-acting formulations improve adherence and treatment success in opioid-dependent individuals.
The implant is currently undergoing phase II/III clinical trials for FDA approval. supervised by Columbia University and financed wholly by the US Government.
Key peer-reviewed research supporting extended-release Naltrexone use:
📘 Krupitsky et al. (2011) – “Injectable Extended-Release Naltrexone for Opioid Dependence: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Multisite Randomized Trial.”
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📘 Lee et al. (2016) – “Extended-Release Naltrexone to Prevent Opioid Relapse in Criminal Justice Populations.”
Improving clinical outcomes for naltrexone as a management of problem alcohol use
Explore more about the science, benefits, and global use of long-acting Naltrexone with these expert resources and visual stories.
What Is Naltrexone and How Does It Work?
Extended-Release Naltrexone: How It Helps
YouTube Video
Patient Journey: Long-Acting Naltrexone Success Story
YouTube – Success stories
Volpicelli et al. (1992): The first clinical trial showing that naltrexone significantly reduced craving and relapse in recently detoxified, alcohol-dependent patients versus placebo ScienceDirect+9YouTube+9thrivealcoholrecovery.com+9Wikipedia+1Wikipedia+1.
NEJM study (Merely described): Early trial establishing naltrexone’s efficacy alongside counseling to improve abstinence outcomes New England Journal of Medicine.
JAMA systematic review (2023): Data from over 118 trials (20,976 participants): oral naltrexone 50 mg/day significantly lowered return to heavy drinking with a number needed to treat of 11; injectable naltrexone reduced drinking days as well PubMed.
Cochrane review & other meta‑analyses: Confirm benefits of naltrexone, especially when paired with psychosocial support, though effects are described as “modest” overall Wikipedia.
Person-specific factors: Recent study shows naltrexone is more effective in individuals with high reward sensitivity and “sweet‑liking” traits ScienceDirect.
Explains the neurochemical mechanism—naltrexone’s blockade of opioid receptors to reduce alcohol-induced reward.
Ria Health Member “Rich K.” testimonial (YouTube): A real‑life success story following the Sinclair Method for reducing alcohol cravings and consumption Wikipedia+12YouTube+12YouTube+12Wikipedia+1Verywell Mind+1.
“One Little Pill” documentary (2014): Profiles patients and experts discussing use of naltrexone (and nalmefene) with controlled drinking under the Sinclair Method, reporting around 78% success rate in alcohol reduction Wikipedia+1thrivealcoholrecovery.com+1.
Thrive Alcohol Recovery platform: Featuring multiple client stories (e.g. Kathleen, Johnny, Cat, Eric, Sam, etc.) about gradual reduction, emotional healing, and long‑term recovery using naltrexone + Sinclair Method thrivealcoholrecovery.com+1YouTube+1.
Explains the neurochemical mechanism—naltrexone’s blockade of opioid receptors to reduce alcohol-induced reward.
Ria Health Member “Rich K.” testimonial (YouTube): A real‑life success story following the Sinclair Method for reducing alcohol cravings and consumption Wikipedia+12YouTube+12YouTube+12Wikipedia+1Verywell Mind+1.
“One Little Pill” documentary (2014): Profiles patients and experts discussing use of naltrexone (and nalmefene) with controlled drinking under the Sinclair Method, reporting around 78% success rate in alcohol reduction Wikipedia+1thrivealcoholrecovery.com+1.
Thrive Alcohol Recovery platform: Featuring multiple client stories (e.g. Kathleen, Johnny, Cat, Eric, Sam, etc.) about gradual reduction, emotional healing, and long‑term recovery using naltrexone + Sinclair Method thrivealcoholrecovery.com+1YouTube+1.
FDA‐approved for alcohol dependence in 1994, based on clinical trials showing reduced relapse and craving Wikipedia.
Systematic review data indicates fewer heavy-drinking relapses; injectable forms reduce drinking days as well PubMedJAMA Networktandfonline.com.
Sinclair Method approach (take naltrexone before alcohol exposure) gives up to ~78% success in reducing alcohol intake over time WikipediaVerywell Mind.
Positive real-world testimonials and platforms show many users achieving moderation or extinction with naltrexone plus structured support thrivealcoholrecovery.comvivitrol.comoarhealth.com.
We help people break free from addiction with medically proven implant treatments that block cravings for months at a time. Safe, effective, and supported by expert care — this is more than rehab, it’s a new beginning. Start your recovery journey today.