Functional Medicine at Fixen Chiropractic

Health is more than the absence of pain—it’s how your body functions as a whole. Functional medicine takes a personalized, root-cause approach to health by looking at how systems in the body work together and identifying factors that may be contributing to ongoing symptoms or imbalances.

At Fixen Chiropractic in Marshall, MN, our functional medicine services are designed to support individuals seeking a deeper understanding of their health and a more personalized path forward.

We proudly serve patients from Marshall, Slayton, Minneota, Wabasso, and surrounding Southwest Minnesota communities with care that is thoughtful, collaborative, and tailored to the individual.

What Is Functional Medicine?

Functional medicine is a patient-centered approach that focuses on understanding how lifestyle, nutrition, environment, genetics, and internal systems influence overall health. Rather than addressing symptoms in isolation, functional medicine looks at patterns and connections within the body to better understand what may be contributing to how someone feels.

This approach emphasizes:

Identifying underlying contributors to symptoms
Understanding how body systems interact
Supporting balance and function through personalized care
Empowering patients through education and informed choices

Functional medicine is not one-size-fits-all—it is designed to be as unique as the person receiving care.

Is Functional Medicine Right For You?

Who May Benefit from Functional Medicine?

Many people seek functional medicine support when they feel “off” but haven’t found clear answers, or when they want to take a more proactive role in their health. Functional medicine may support individuals experiencing concerns such as:

Fatigue or low energy
Digestive discomfort or irregularity
Hormonal imbalance or cycle changes
Difficulty managing weight or metabolism
Inflammation or immune system stress
Brain fog, mood changes, or sleep concerns

Care is always individualized and focused on supporting overall wellness rather than labeling or diagnosing conditions.

Our Functional Medicine Approach

At Fixen Chiropractic, functional medicine care begins with listening. We take time to understand your health history, lifestyle, goals, and concerns to create a clear picture of what may be influencing your current health.

Our approach may include:

Comprehensive health and lifestyle review
Nutrition and dietary guidance
Targeted supplementation when appropriate
Stress, sleep, and lifestyle support
Ongoing education and progress tracking

Functional medicine care is collaborative and evolves over time, adapting as your body and needs change.

Advanced Testing & Assessment

When appropriate, functional medicine care may include advanced testing to gain deeper insight into how the body is functioning. These assessments help guide personalized care plans and may include:

Comprehensive blood work
Nutritional testing
Hormonal and inflammatory markers
Digestive or immune system assessments

All testing is used as a tool to better understand patterns—not to replace medical care—and results are reviewed in detail with education and context.

Functional Medicine & Whole-Body Support

Functional medicine works well alongside chiropractic care and other supportive services by addressing internal factors that influence how the body feels, heals, and adapts. This integrative approach allows care to support both structural and internal aspects of health.

Our goal is to help patients feel informed, supported, and confident as they take steps toward improved balance, resilience, and long-term well-being.

Why Choose Fixen Chiropractic for Functional Medicine?

Patients choose Fixen Chiropractic for functional medicine because we offer:

A personalized, whole-body approach
Providers who value education and collaboration
Integration with chiropractic and supportive therapies
Care that evolves with your health journey

We believe understanding your health empowers you to make meaningful, sustainable changes.

If you’re interested in learning more about functional medicine or wondering if this approach may be right for you, our team is here to help. We’d be happy to answer questions and discuss how functional medicine may fit into your overall care plan.

To Schedule a Functional Medicine Consultation; Contact Our Team at 507-532-2655

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Dr. Abby Ricketts

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