“CPNI” stands for Clinical Psycho-Neuro-Immunology. It is an integrative approach to healthcare that focuses on the interaction between body and mind – more specifically, between the nervous system, the immune system, the hormonal system, and psychological functioning.
In short:
CPNI aims to understand how chronic complaints arise due to disturbances in these systems, and how to restore balance through a combination of:
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Nutrition
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Lifestyle
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Psychology
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Physical activity
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Stress management
Example:
Imagine someone experiencing long-term stress → this affects the nervous system → which in turn affects the immune system → which can trigger inflammation → leading to physical complaints such as fatigue or digestive issues. A KPNI therapist looks at that entire chain.
Typical complaints for which people visit a KPNI therapist include:
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Chronic fatigue
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Gut issues (like IBS)
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Autoimmune diseases
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Burnout
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Overweight or metabolic problems
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Prolonged stress-related complaints
With love, Gulschen