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Branson Chiropractor
(417) 545-3635
574 State Hwy 248 #4, Branson, MO 65616


Unraveling the Root Causes of Thyroid Issues
Thyroid issues have become increasingly prevalent in recent years, affecting millions of people worldwide. Traditional medicine often...
Tim St. Onge
Dec 19, 20233 min read
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Can Plantar Fasciitis Cause Knee Pain
Did you know that persistent knee pain that just won’t go away, despite your best efforts might be due to an unexpected culprit- Plantar...
Tim St. Onge
Dec 15, 20233 min read
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Plantar Fasciitis vs. Heel Spurs: Understanding the Difference and Finding Relief
People that are experiencing excruciating pain on the bottom of their foot which makes every step a challenge might be suffering from...
Tim St. Onge
Dec 5, 20233 min read
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Plantar Fasciitis: A Painful Foot Condition That Can Disrupt Your Life
Plantar fasciitis (PF) is a common foot condition that affects more than 3 million people in the U.S. It is characterized by intense heel...
Tim St. Onge
Nov 29, 20233 min read
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Is Stretching A Waste of Time?
I used to think that stretching was a waste of time. A precursor or endcap for the "Real" workout. The first time I took a yoga class...
Tim St. Onge
Nov 16, 20232 min read
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2 Shoulder Exercises To Improve Strength, Stability & Shoulder Health
I created this video to demonstrate to you 2 simple and effective strength exercises that you can do as part of a program to improve your...
Tim St. Onge
Nov 7, 20231 min read
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Why Functional Medicine is it Legitimate and How it's the Future of Healthcare
Maybe you have heard of functional medicine and are wondering what exactly is this method, and how is it different from conventional...
Tim St. Onge
Nov 2, 20233 min read
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3 Shoulder Exercises To Improve Mobility & Shoulder Health
I created this video to demonstrate to you 3 simple and effective mobility exercises that you can do as part of a program to improve your...
Tim St. Onge
Oct 31, 20231 min read
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Why is My Hair Falling out!?
Thinning hair or hair that falls out by the handful can be a distressing issue. This can lead to a loss of confidence and self-esteem,...
Tim St. Onge
Oct 20, 20232 min read
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Hormones and Hysterectomies
I see women everyday struggling with hormone balance issues... Not enough estrogen (hello hot flashes!) or too much estrogen (think...
Tim St. Onge
Oct 10, 20232 min read
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Tendon Troubles: The Difference Between Tendinosis and Tendonitis and the Magic of Shockwave Therapy
What do pain on the front of your knee, Achilles pain, “most” shoulder pain, elbow pain and even carpal tunnel have in common? The answer...
Tim St. Onge
Oct 3, 20232 min read
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What is happening to our FOOD Supply?!
In this blog post I want to talk about a concern I’ve had for sometime now. That is the concern about the quality of food we consume. I...
Tim St. Onge
Sep 29, 20233 min read
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Feeling like Something is "Off" but told "Everything looks fine"
Have you ever felt like something was just not right about your health, but you had it checked out and were told it all looked great? I...
Tim St. Onge
Sep 26, 20232 min read
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Low Energy? Read THIS....
Low energy is probably the number 1 complaint I hear in practice. A tired feeling that isn't made better by rest or extra sleep. ...
Tim St. Onge
Sep 13, 20233 min read
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A Beacon of Relief for Knee Pain Sufferers: Shockwave Therapy
Living with knee arthritis can feel like you're carrying an invisible burden, a constant companion that often restricts your mobility and...
Tim St. Onge
Sep 12, 20232 min read
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What's the Deal with Gluten?
So, what is the big deal with all of this talk about going on a gluten-free diet? You have probably heard many, so-called "health...
Tim St. Onge
Sep 8, 20232 min read
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Turning the Tide on Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome with Shockwave Therapy
Anyone who's experienced Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) knows how debilitating it can be. Often described as a deep,...
Tim St. Onge
Sep 4, 20232 min read
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The Vital Role of Rest: Nurturing Productivity, Health, and Well-being In today's fast-paced world
Every year around Labor Day, I think about Rest. How important it is and how the people who need it most often don't get it! In today's...
Tim St. Onge
Aug 23, 20233 min read
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The Gallbladder and Bile - How They Work and WHY You Should Care...
The Gallbladder is one of those things that a lot of people don't think about until they have an issue that lands them in the ER with...
Tim St. Onge
Aug 23, 20233 min read
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What Are The 3 Main Causes of Back Pain?
Back pain is a condition that will affect almost everyone at some point in their life. While the causes can be numerous and complex,...
Tim St. Onge
Aug 22, 20233 min read
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How Sleep Affects Your Blood Sugar: The Overlooked Connection That Could Be Sabotaging Your Health
40 million Americans struggle with chronic sleep disorders When we think about blood sugar, food usually takes center stage—how much...


Is Cholesterol Really the Enemy? The Truth About Heart Health After 45
Sugar , not fat, is what raises your triglycerides. At Thrive Functional Health, we believe in getting to the root cause , not just...


Why Autoimmune Conditions Are More Prevalent in Women Than Men—and What You Can Do About It
If you're a woman over 35 who’s feeling constantly tired, dealing with unexplained weight gain, and struggling with hormone...
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