Archive for the ‘Mind-Body Connection’ Category

The Impact Your Emotions Have on your Immune System

Thursday, March 11th, 2010

Thinking and emotions have a direct impact on the strength of the immune system, according to current research. The immune system is the first line of defense against disease. When you deliberately strengthen your immune system, you give yourself a much better chance of maintaining whole-body health. The role of CHIROPRACTIC, COUNSELING & WELLNESS at The Winchester Institute. Is to strengthen your body’s natural resources.

Some of the SYMPTOMS OF STRESS include:

  • Fatigue
  • Sore muscles
  • Irritability
  • Headaches
  • Digestive disorders
  • Insomnia
  • Muscle aches

Unmanaged, persistent stress can lead to MORE SERIOUS SYMPTOMS, such as:

  • Migraine headaches
  • High blood pressure
  • Ulcers
  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Gastritis
  • Chronic low back pain
  • Arthritis
  • Heart disease
  • Panic attacks and phobias

Those unaccustomed to dealing with their feelings in healthy ways often seek out other means to “cover up” those feelings or distract themselves, such as alcohol, drugs, food, unhealthy relationships, compulsive work, TV, etc. At the Winchester Institute, we can help you build your immune system by incorporating various forms of healing modalities including professional counseling, chiropractic care, physical rehabilitation, personal training, deep tissues massage and nutritional counseling.  By incorporating various forms of defenses you can boost your immune system and decrease symptoms of stress.

When your LIFE needs an adjustment

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

We are expanding our facility and our services to include professional counseling provided by Aimee Rhoden, Licensed Professional Counselor. It is our belief at The Winchester Institute that integrating your Mind, Body and Spirit will help you achieve optimal health.

Counseling is available to address the cognitive, emotional and social barriers that are present on the journey to a healthy existence. Aimee treats individuals, adults, adolescents, families and couples. Aimee specializes in the areas of depression, anxiety, body image, wellness, life transitions and relationships.

We seek to treat the whole person through chiropractic care, massage therapy, nutrition and now, mental health counseling. Aimee is now available to schedule appointments at The Winchester Institute, in a soothing setting, designed to promote healing and change.

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