WELCOME TO IOCH: DRIVING REAL, ADAPTIVE CHANGE IN HEALTH

At the Institute of Contextual Health (IOCH), we understand that health is about change, constantly evolving. That is why we do not focus on one-time quick fixes. Instead, we are dedicated to understanding, predicting, and creating realistic, adaptable, sustainable changes in human health through our work in research, technology, education, and clinical services.

Our approach goes beyond treating symptoms. We’re committed to advancing knowledge and developing innovative solutions that address the full picture of health, considering the broader context of each individual’s biological, psychological, social, cultural, and environmental influences. Whether through cutting-edge research, the latest technology, or education programs, we aim to create personalized care plans and strategies that truly make a difference. Our goal is to help you navigate your unique health journey, especially when it comes to movement and pain challenges.

At IOCH, we recognize that every health story is unique, so we tailor our work to meet individual needs. By focusing on what truly matters within your specific context, we help you make meaningful changes that last. Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, seeking better ways to manage your health, or contributing to the broader health science field, we’re here to guide and support you.

Join us in this journey toward lasting, meaningful change—where real progress meets your unique needs.

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The Path to Chronic Pain: Unraveling the Complex Causes (2 of 3 Pain Series)

The Path to Chronic Pain: Unraveling the Complex Causes (2 of 3 Pain Series)

The Path to Chronic Pain: Unraveling the Complex Causes How does pain, usually a helpful sensation, turn into the unworkable problem we call chronic pain, affecting over a quarter of the world’s population? Chronic pain is a lingering and persistent sensory experience, but it’s far more complex than that. It…

The Two Things You Need to Know About Pain: It’s Not What You Think (1 of 3 Pain Series)

The Two Things You Need to Know About Pain: It’s Not What You Think (1 of 3 Pain Series)

The Two Things You Need to Know About Pain: It’s Not What You Think Have you ever left a doctor’s office more confused than when you walked in? Maybe you were told you have ‘muscle pain,’ ‘nerve pain,’ or ‘spine pain,’ as if naming your discomfort would make it easier…

Adapting to Change: Empowering Your Health Journey with Process-Based Skills

Adapting to Change: Empowering Your Health Journey with Process-Based Skills

Adapting to Change: Empowering Your Health Journey with Process-Based Skills On the road to better health, it’s easy to feel like you have to keep searching for the next treatment or quick fix, always trying to do something to make things better. However, at the Institute of Contextual Health (IOCH),…

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Clients are successfully and safely discontinuing the use of opioids and are reducing overall dependence on medications.

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Clients are empowered to access vital mental health support and services, fostering personal and community well-being.

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Clients are passing on skills they learn to their children, students, and those providing care, fostering a cycle of learning and growth.

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Clients are sharing their experiences and how the Institute of Contextual Health's approach has changed their lives.

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