The center features holistic programs that treat the body, the mind and the spirit. Clinic evaluation is open to those on the Gulf War Registry. It's also on coping with those symptoms and encouraging behaviors that prevent illness and promote wellness. During the first week, patients who volunteer for the program undergo a re-evaluation of the Comprehensive Clinical Evaluation Program. The next three weeks focus on treatment.
Patients begin each morning with a workout led by a master fitness trainer.
They work with physical and occupational therapists to improve their muscle tone and nutritionists to re-evaluate their eating patterns. Afternoon classes deal with health strategies, stretching and relaxation techniques, anger, stress and pain management, combatting smoking and other addictive behaviors, and dealing with war trauma. During the second week, the program broadens to include spouses. Patients and their spouses work with outside consultants and a military chaplain to improve their relationship skills. At the end of the week, they attend a retreat during which they put those skills into practice.