Joint & Chronic Pain Support

Pain that has lasted months is rarely only a mechanical problem. We look at the inflammatory and metabolic contributors alongside the joint itself.

What this covers

Mary Katherine’s background includes orthopedic spine care and pain management, so structural causes are taken seriously. But persistent joint pain is often sustained by inflammation, nutrient status and metabolic factors that no amount of rest will resolve.
Where appropriate, care may include shockwave therapy, red light therapy and targeted anti-inflammatory support alongside the diagnostic work.

Signs this may apply to you

Advanced testing we use

Test, don't guess.

Your plan may include targeted nutrition, supplementation, hormone support, detoxification strategies, lifestyle optimization, and integrative therapies designed to restore balance at the root cause.
We see patients in person at our Brock, Texas office — serving Weatherford, Aledo, Hudson Oaks, Willow Park, Springtown and Fort Worth across Parker County — and virtually for residents of Texas, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, New Mexico, Washington and Wyoming.

test

What it shows
Dried Urine Hormone Testing (DUTCH)
Sex and adrenal hormones plus their metabolites
Salivary Hormone & Cortisol Testing
Free hormone levels and the daily cortisol curve
Oxidative Stress Panels
Cellular damage and antioxidant reserve
Organic Acids Testing (OAT)
Metabolism, gut microbes, nutrient cofactors
Toxin & Environmental Exposure Testing
Mould, chemical and heavy-metal burden
Genomic & Genetic Testing
Inherited variation affecting detox and methylation
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Frequently asked questions

Questions about joint
& chronic pain support

What can cause chronic joint and muscle pain?

Chronic pain can have many contributors, including previous injuries, osteoarthritis, repetitive strain, inflammatory conditions, muscle tension, reduced mobility, sleep problems, metabolic factors, and other medical conditions. Because pain may have more than one driver, an individualized evaluation is important.

Functional medicine looks at the broader factors that may influence pain and recovery. Depending on the person, this may include metabolic health, nutrition, sleep, stress, activity, hormone balance, nutrient status, and inflammatory patterns while continuing appropriate orthopedic, rheumatologic, physical therapy, or other specialty care when needed.
Available services may include therapeutic massage, red light therapy, targeted cryotherapy, radial shockwave therapy, PEMF, infrared sauna, cold plunge, leg compression, vibration plate therapy, and other wellness or recovery services. The most appropriate option depends on your symptoms, health history, and goals.
Radial shockwave therapy uses acoustic pressure waves applied to a targeted area. It is used in musculoskeletal and rehabilitation settings for selected soft-tissue conditions. Whether it is appropriate depends on the diagnosis, location of symptoms, medical history, and potential contraindications.
Red and near-infrared light therapy, also called photobiomodulation, uses specific wavelengths of light to influence cellular processes. It is commonly used as a supportive wellness and recovery modality, but it should not replace evaluation of persistent or unexplained pain.
Yes. Straight 2 U Wellness offers several non-invasive wellness and recovery modalities that may support mobility, relaxation, circulation, and exercise recovery. These services are supportive and do not replace medically necessary orthopedic, neurologic, rheumatologic, or emergency care.
Yes. Straight 2 U Wellness is located in Brock, Texas and serves people from Weatherford, Parker County, Aledo, Hudson Oaks, Fort Worth, and surrounding North Texas communities.
The best option depends on the cause and location of your symptoms, your health history, activity level, goals, and contraindications. A consultation can help determine whether a particular recovery modality is appropriate or whether specialty evaluation should come first.
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