Mind Body Institute
A Resource for Healing
The Mind Body Institute (MBI) was created when a group of physicians asked for - and received - the support of Athens Regional Medical Center's (ARMC) leadership. They had seen results and wanted complementary services available for their patients, and so the MBI was born.
As part of ARMC's goal to serve our community, we offer a wide range of integrated, evidence-supported, and safe treatment options. Guided by a physician advisory board and directed by Richard Panico, MD, these options blend ancient and modern tools of eastern and western medicine.
We define health as more than absence of disease. It is a state of complete physical, psychological, social and spiritual balance and well-being. Good health, like a well-constructed life, must combine the balanced care of body, mind and spirit to produce the best outcome. We are actively engaged in promoting optimal health, even in the treatment of chronic conditions and ongoing illnesses. The client is our partner in creating health.
Today's demanding lifestyles create a host of health issues uncommon in previous generations. Imbalances occur when the body cannot maintain equilibrium, creating stress, anxiety, depression and other disorders that can lead to chronic physical illness. Chronic pain, healing from cancer and its treatment, arthritis, immune system difficulties, digestive problems, depression and anxiety, and injuries are some examples of the many conditions we address.
At the Mind Body Institute, you can feel confident your health issues will be addressed with caring, professional guidance. In the words of Dr. Panico, "Our focus is to find ways to restore the body's natural ability to create its own vitality and health."
Athens Regional Medical Center's Mind Body Institute
Helping individuals, families and communities achieve optimal health and vitality through the integration of education; tools for healthy living; caring, professional guidance; and research.
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The Acupuncture Clinic was recommended to help reduce chronic pain and muscle spasms and to try and reduce the amount of pain medications I was taking. I still have good days and bad days, but I know that without acupuncture I would not have...
A.J. - Columbia, S.C.
I have had chronic neck and back pain for 20 years. Treatment has consisted of various options including chiropractic care, orthopedic care and physical therapy. I have used pain medications as well as muscle relaxants. My chiropractor sent me...
S.D. - Columbia, S.C.
When I experienced back pain from muscle spasms, I tried lots of treatments including traditional medicine, chiropractic, massage and deep-tissue realignment. Finally someone suggested acupuncture, and it work where none of the above did. I've...
C.B. - Columbia, S.C.
The Acupuncture Clinic should be on everyone's health list. It reduces and eliminates pain. It is a relaxing experience. The staff is great.
C.O. - Lexington, S.C.
This is my second experience with acupuncture and it appears to be working well for tendonitis in my elbow thanks to you. I am very excited to be pain free and have a life again.
J.D. - Lugoff, S.C.
Approximately 12 years ago, my family physician suggested that I visit Dr. Bill Skelton to see if he could relieve my headaches and treat allergy and sinus problems. Dr. Skelton's treatments were effective; however, I do continue on a...
A.M. - Chapin, S.C.
I have had acupuncture before by others but no one else has provided relief in such a short time. Your style is much more gentle and you just seem to know where to treat me.
P.M. - Columbia, S.C.
Everyone is so kind and caring from the doctor to the receptionist. Dr. Skelton is open to trying what is best for the patient. He listens and lets the patient be proactive in their care. He has helped me tremendously and I have suffered from...
J.B. - Columbia, S.C.
I smoked two packs a day for over 30 years and have tried all types of ways to quit. Your treatment was the easiest of them all and so far is working to the point that I have stopped the longest in my life. I like the way you explained the...
Edward - Columbia, S.C.
After trying every conventional therapy suggested to help my balance and pain problems and getting no relief, I decided to try acupuncture. It has helped with both problems and others I have used it for. I encourage everyone I know with chronic...
J.M. - Columbia, S.C.
I have been a patient of Dr. Skelton for almost 15 years. I have had neck and shoulder pain for years. Acupuncture controls this pain. Fifteen years ago I was told that surgery was the only alternative, but guess what, I still haven't had...
E.E. - Murrells Inlet, S.C.
Before I went to The Acupuncture Clinic I had been to almost every specialist in the world and found no relief. These specialists took thousands of dollars and would either say that they couldn't do anything or my predicament was imaginary. My...
Jennifer - Columbia, S.C.