Root-Cause Functional Medicine in St. Louis

For patients struggling with ongoing digestive issues, recurring yeast issues, food sensitivities, fatigue, and chronic symptoms that haven’t fully improved with conventional approaches.

Dr. Caroline Ricker, holistic chiropractor who provides a unique combination of functional medicine with alternative hands-on modalities.

Many patients come to us after years of trying to resolve chronic symptoms without lasting results.

These may include ongoing digestive issues, food sensitivities, recurring candida symptoms, fatigue, inflammation, allergies, or other chronic health concerns that persist despite diets, supplements, or conventional care.

At Whole Health & Wellness in St. Louis, we use functional medicine, functional lab testing, personalized nutritional support, chiropractic care, acupuncture, and holistic therapies to help identify and address the underlying contributors to these persistent symptoms.

Rather than focusing only on symptom management, we evaluate how digestive, immune, nervous system, hormonal, and inflammatory patterns may be interacting to drive chronic health issues.

Our goal is to help patients understand why symptoms persist and develop a personalized care plan designed to support long-term improvement and overall wellness.

Personalized Treatment Options

Your care plan is personalized based on your symptoms, history, lab findings, and goals. Treatment may include:

 

Chiropractic & Acupuncture

Gentle chiropractic & acupuncture techniques to support balance and overall wellness.

NAET Allergy Technique

Natural, non-invasive approach to support the body’s response to sensitivities.

Functional Medicine Approach

Personalized care focused on identifying and addressing underlying causes of symptoms.

Nutrition & Homeopathy

Personalized nutrition and homeopathic support tailored to your individual needs.

Symptoms & Conditions We Commonly See

We frequently work with patients experiencing interconnected digestive, immune, inflammatory, and nervous system symptoms:

Digestive & Gut Health Symptoms:

Immune & Inflammatory Symptoms:

Energy, Hormonal & Nervous System Symptoms:

Learn more about our approach to care.

Learn more about the underlying causes of common symptoms and how a functional approach may help.

Why Patients Choose Whole Health & Wellness

Patients often come to our office after feeling frustrated by temporary fixes, conflicting advice, or ongoing symptoms that never seem fully resolved - despite trying multiple approaches.

Our approach combines functional medicine, holistic therapies, and hands-on care to evaluate the underlying factors contributing to chronic digestive symptoms, immune reactivity, inflammation, fatigue, food sensitivities, and nervous system stress.

Patients appreciate having a personalized approach that views the body as an interconnected system rather than focusing on isolated symptoms alone.

You May Be a Good Fit for Our Approach If:

  • You’ve tried medications, diets, or supplements but symptoms keep returning

  • You feel dismissed because your labs are “normal”

  • You suspect digestive issues, food reactions, or inflammation may be connected to your symptoms

  • You are looking for a more personalized, root-cause-focused approach

  • You want a practitioner who looks at the body as an interconnected system

  • You are ready to actively participate in improving your health

We typically see the best outcomes with patients who are ready for a root-cause, systems-based approach and active participation in their care.

What Patients Experience In Our Care

"My 4 year old son had a severe milk allergy.  Drinking milk or eating ice cream caused a terrible eczema breakout all over his body.  There were other symptoms too.  Dr. Caroline suggested NAET allergy elimination protocol.  IT WORKED!  Before the treatment began Dr. Caroline thoroughly explained how NAET is performed and how it works.  Her explanations were professional, friendly and completely satisfied my concerns.  Dr. Caroline continued to explain and educate during the treatments.  My son was at ease and looked forward to seeing Dr. Caroline for each treatment.  Three months later he was allergy free.  A year later he continues to enjoy cheese and ice cream- treats we previously had to deny."

— Ellen M.

“When I was first diagnosed with BFS by my general practitioner and neurologist, they wanted to prescribe me anti-depressants to help me manage the symptoms and the twitching. They only offered temporary 'band-aids' whereas Dr. Caroline offered long lasting solutions.

I cannot say enough positive things about my experiences with Dr. Caroline. She is dedicated to getting to the bottom of what is causing problems in her patients. She is kind, caring and compassionate and truly cares about getting you healthy again. I would recommend Dr. Caroline to anyone who is experiencing chronic medical problems and has had little or no success with conventional medicine. The tools and techniques she has at her disposal are truly amazing."

— Sean M.

"Dr. Caroline is the doctor's doctor. I have been fortunate to have her help my wife and myself. She is superbly skilled and gave us treatment and advice that has continued to help even past the actual visits. I am fortunate to work with Dr. Caroline and listen to the happy patients leaving each day with solutions to their quality of life problems. I am happy to recommend her with the highest regard."

— Sean L.

Whole Health & Wellness

10807 Big Bend Road

St. Louis, MO 63122

Whole Health & Wellness serves patients throughout St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Jefferson County, and surrounding Missouri and Illinois communities who are seeking a natural, root-cause-focused approach to health.

By Appointment Only

 

Whole Health & Wellness

New Location Beginning June 1!

6220 S. Lindbergh Blvd, Suite 301

St. Louis, MO 63123

Whole Health & Wellness serves patients throughout St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Jefferson County, and surrounding Missouri and Illinois communities who are seeking a natural, root-cause-focused approach to health.

By Appointment Only

 

Start Your Personalized Care Plan

If you’re ready to better understand the underlying factors contributing to your symptoms and explore a more personalized approach to care, we’re here to help.