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Functional Testing

Your body doesn’t work in isolated systems. Everything is interconnected; your gut, hormones, immune system, nervous system, and brain are constantly communicating. Often, the symptoms you’re experiencing aren’t the problem themselves, but signals your body is sending, clues pointing us toward a deeper imbalance. Healing begins by learning how to listen to those signals.


While conventional bloodwork is a valuable and necessary tool, it can leave blind spots. Many people are told their labs look “normal,” yet they still don’t feel well. Getting the whole picture often requires deeper answers and more specific data. Trying to determine where dysfunction lies and what to address first can feel overwhelming and frustrating when you’re left guessing.


This is where functional testing comes in.


Functional testing helps illuminate what’s happening beneath the surface, giving us a clearer map of your bio-individuality. This information enables us to provide targeted support for your body in the most effective way.

 

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COMPREHENSIVE HORMONE TESTING

Hormones act as some of the body’s most powerful messengers. When they’re in balance, the body can adapt, regulate, and heal. When they’re not, symptoms can leave you feeling lost or disconnected from your body. The DUTCH Test (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) offers one of the most complete and detailed views of hormone health available. Instead of capturing a single snapshot in time, like conventional blood testing, DUTCH looks at hormone patterns and pathways over the course of the day.

Using simple at-home urine and saliva collections, it evaluates:

  • Sex hormones and how your body metabolizes them
    •    Cortisol patterns and adrenal function
    •    Key biomarkers, including organic acids, that influence energy, stress, and mood

Hormones are deeply interconnected with the gut, nervous system, and stress response. Trying to supplement or layer in protocols without understanding the full picture can sometimes do more harm than good. These deeper insights help us understand not just where your hormone levels are, but how your body is processing and responding to them, giving us a clearer map forward.

DUTCH testing may be helpful if you’re navigating:

  • Hormone imbalances or irregular cycles
    •    PMS or PMDD symptoms
    •    Perimenopause or menopause transitions
    •    Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
    •    Unexplained infertility
    •    Histamine intolerance
    •    Persistent acne or skin changes
    •    Unexplained weight gain or difficulty regulating weight
    •    Mood changes, anxiety, or depression
    •    Brain fog, focus challenges, or memory issues
    •    Trouble sleeping or feeling “wired and tired”

Why we use DUTCH testing at Climb Chiropractic:

  • Empowers us to move beyond symptom management and into root-cause healing

  • Precise information allows us to prioritize what your body needs most, supporting balance in a way that’s aligned with your unique physiology and nervous system

GUT MICROBIOME TESTING

Your gut plays a powerful role in digestion, immunity, inflammation, mood, and even how well your nervous system can adapt and heal. When your gut is out of balance, it can show up as symptoms throughout the body, and these signals can feel scattered or hard to interpret. The GI-MAP (Gastrointestinal Microbial Assay Plus) is an advanced stool test that gives us a detailed look at what’s happening inside your digestive system. Rather than guessing, this test identifies imbalances in your gut microbiome and detects harmful bacteria, parasites, viruses, and yeast that may be disrupting your health. These insights give us clear direction so we can create a personalized care plan that addresses root causes, supports your nervous system, restores balance, and helps your body find its way back toward optimal function.

You may benefit from GI-MAP testing if you’re experiencing:

  • Chronic bloating, gas, constipation, or diarrhea
    •    Food sensitivities or unexplained digestive discomfort
    •    Acid reflux or ongoing stomach pain
    •    Fatigue, low energy, or feeling “off” despite lifestyle changes
    •    Brain fog, anxiety, or mood changes
    •    Frequent illness or a weakened immune system
    •    Skin concerns like acne, eczema, or rashes
    •    Autoimmune conditions or chronic inflammation
    •    Hormonal imbalances or difficulty regulating weight
    •    A history of antibiotic resistance, infections, or gut issues with no clear answers

Why we use GI-MAP at Climb Chiropractic:

  • Identifies root causes instead of masking and managing symptoms
    •    Uses advanced DNA technology for precise results
    •    Allows for highly personalized care, not one-size-fits-all protocols

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