At The Winchester Institute of Chiropractic Health and Wellness, we believe in total wellness. We follow an integrated approach to addressing our patient’s healthcare needs, often incorporating soft tissue rehabilitation and muscle reeducation with lifestyle, diet, and behavioral modification. As a Gonstead Chiropractic Clinic, the doctors and supportive staff at The Winchester Institute respect the uniqueness of each individual patient. The manipulation is delivered with great attention and specificity. Read more about the several forms of soft tissue therapy we offer.

Many Americans suffer from migraines and headache symptoms, some more frequent than others. The Winchester Institute has pulled together some interesting facts about headaches, triggers, and how you can manage them if they happen to you.

Did you know?

• 9 out of 10 Americans suffer from migraines or headaches.

• Migraines are the 3rd most prevalent illness in the world.

• 85% of chronic migraine sufferers are women.

• More than 40% of all children have had a headache by the age of 7.

• Only 12% of all headache and migraine sufferers seek preventive treatment.

• 95% of headaches are primary headaches, meaning they are not caused by a disease. They are the primary health concern.

Our bodies endure wear and tear from environmental toxins, poor nutrition, and inactivity.  The importance of taking a multivitamin is crucial during the winter months because of our increased comfort (unhealthy) food consumption, stress, lack of exercise and sunlight. In order to supplement for a stronger immune system, we recommend taking a vitamin daily to help to replenish depleted nutrients.

Here are the top 5 vitamins and minerals our bodies need more of in the wintertime:

1. Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an antioxidant that is required for metabolic functions in the body, including tissue growth and repair, production of antistressor hormones, and production of interferon which is an important immune system protein.

Have you ever thought about how your teeth and the joints in your body can be related? First and foremost, Dentists and Chiropractors are both all about preventive care and maintaining a healthy mouth and body before it becomes unhealthy. That’s what we believe in, and research shows it’s true. It helps to save money, pain, and stress. We want to dive in deeper to explain an even more in-depth link between Dental and Chiropractic care.

Do you suffer from TMJ pain or headaches? What about neck pain? Please know that waking up with, or experiencing these symptoms is not “normal.” It is our job to help discover what is causing it and how to fix it. Headaches, neck, and jaw pain may mean needing to see several healthcare professionals to fully relieve those symptoms and get things back in proper function and alignment.  The same goes for your teeth. Maybe you have seen your Dentist recently in regard to jaw pain or discomfort. We want to help explain why you may need to see your Dentist and your Chiropractor for certain treatment needs.