River + Root Wellness

10/16/2026

One of those wins that makes you stop and remember WHY you do what you do. 🩵

Imagine living with alpha-gal syndrome and working in the food industry. Every single shift, you're potentially exposed to cross-contamination with mammalian products. Something as simple as doing your job could mean hours of pain or a trip to the emergency room. That is a scary way to live.

This patient and I have been working together using the full SAAT (Soliman Auricular Allergy Treatment) protocol, along with additional homeopathic sprays, and their progress has been incredible.

During the first week with the needle in place, they experienced one minor reaction that lasted about five minutes and resolved on its own. Compare that to the hours of pain and emergency room visits that they had experienced previously.

And since then? Six weeks without a reported reaction to mammalian products. 🙌

Given their work environment, there is a possibility they have encountered cross-contamination along the way, but they haven't experienced any reactions. They're feeling good, starting to regain weight, and is now beginning the reintroduction phase of their care.

I am SO happy for them. ❤️

This is about so much more than a reaction or a food list. It's about feeling better, rebuilding confidence around food, and having hope for a better quality of life.

This is why I love what I do at River + Root Wellness. Helping people find a path forward when they've been struggling with something that impacts their everyday life is incredibly rewarding.

Every person's experience is different, and results are never guaranteed. Alpha-gal is serious, and any food reintroduction should be approached carefully with appropriate medical guidance.

But today, we're celebrating a win. And it's a pretty big one. 🌿

Rooted in Wellness, Flowing Toward Balance.

10/12/2026

The St. Louis CITY SC has already set the record tonight for fastest hat trick in MLS history. 🎉 Do you think they will match the record for the number of consecutive wins (20) in a row tonight?

09/16/2026

Pain doesn't always need a pill 💊❌ — sometimes your body just needs the right support. Heat/ice, gentle movement, hydration, and good sleep can go a long way, and what you eat matters too: whole foods over processed ones have been linked to lower inflammation and pain naturally. Add in stress-relievers like meditation, prayer, or journaling, and you've got a solid drug-free toolkit.

But when pain starts limiting your movement or daily life — or you notice numbness, tingling, or sharp pain — that's your cue to get checked out. 👉 We offer both chiropractic and acupuncture care, two natural, drug-free approaches shown to help with pain relief. Ready for a personalized care plan? Send us a message, give us a call, or book directly with our online schedule at riverandrootwellness.janeapp.com

Looking for simple ways to manage pain at home? Movement, stretching, hydration, quality sleep, and heat or ice can all support recovery. And when pain persists, your chiropractor can help create a personalized care plan.

09/08/2026

What if the best first step for your pain wasn’t a pill—or a surgery?

08/17/2026

08/07/2026

One tiny needle. One month. One life-changing step forward.

I love celebrating wins like this.

A recent patient completed a Soliman Auricular Allergy Treatment (SAAT) protocol for mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), histamine sensitivity, and gluten/gliadin reactivity. After wearing a single acupuncture needle in the ear for one month, she is now able to begin slowly reintroducing these foods as her body adapts—something that once felt out of reach.

SAAT is a specialized acupuncture technique designed to help calm an overreactive immune response. While results vary from person to person and no treatment can guarantee the same outcome for everyone, it's incredibly rewarding to see patients regain confidence, expand their food choices, and improve their quality of life.

If Alpha-gal, food sensitivities, histamine issues, or MCAS have left you feeling limited, know that there may be options worth exploring.

📍River + Root Wellness
📞 573-400-2079

This post shares one patient's experience. Individual results vary, and treatment is tailored to each person's unique needs.

08/01/2026

"My labor was only 3.5 hours."

Comments like this are one of the greatest privileges of my work. While no chiropractor can promise a certain labor experience, helping the body function at its best can make an incredible difference.

As a Webster Certified Chiropractor, my focus is on restoring balance to the pelvis, sacrum, and surrounding ligaments. When the pelvis is properly aligned, baby has the best opportunity to find an optimal position, and the nervous system can communicate more efficiently. The body is designed for birth, and when interference is reduced, it's amazing to see what it's capable of.

Every pregnancy is unique, but giving your body the best foundation for labor and delivery is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself and your baby.

If you're pregnant and wondering whether Webster care is right for you, I'd love to answer your questions.

📍 River + Root Wellness
📞 (573) 400-2079
🌿 Rooted in Wellness, Flowing Toward Balance.

04/24/2026

Ten years ago, I stepped into this calling with a deep belief that the body is designed to heal when given the right support. Today, I’m incredibly grateful to still be walking that path—serving this community with holistic, patient-centered care.

Over the past decade, I’ve had the privilege of caring for so many women who are looking for answers, who want a more natural approach, and who are ready to feel like themselves again. Your trust means everything to me.

This work isn’t just what I do—it’s who I am. And I’m just getting started.

Here’s to 10 years of chiropractic, and to many more years of helping you heal from the inside out. 🤍