Chronic Pain & Fatigue Disorders
Drug-Free Relief for Complex Pain & Fatigue Conditions in Watertown, SD
Living with chronic pain or persistent fatigue can feel like your body is no longer your own. Whether you’re managing fibromyalgia, chronic low back pain, recurring migraine headaches, or post-viral fatigue, these health conditions often come with a frustrating lack of clear answers…and even fewer effective solutions. At Root Function Wellness in Watertown, South Dakota, we understand that complex pain conditions don’t always respond to traditional treatments.
That’s why we offer Exomind, a noninvasive, drug-free therapy that targets the central nervous system to improve energy, reduce pain signals, and restore quality of life without the side effects of opioids or heavy medications. If your current pain management plan isn’t working, we’re here to help.
Book your consultation today and explore a fresh, brain-based approach to healing.
Understanding Chronic Pain & Fatigue Disorders
Chronic Pain and Fatigue Disorders describe a range of overlapping medical conditions marked by ongoing discomfort, exhaustion, and reduced resilience. These disorders are often difficult to diagnose and even harder to treat, because symptoms can shift over time and may not appear on standard medical tests.
Chronic Pain
Chronic pain lasts longer than three months and can stem from any type of pain, from low back pain and neck pain to migraines, nerve pain, or musculoskeletal pain. Common causes include osteoarthritis, neuropathy, and tissue damage, but for some individuals, pain persists even after physical healing.
In fibromyalgia, for example, the brain becomes overly sensitive to pain signals, amplifying discomfort throughout the body, especially in the lower back, shoulders, and neck.
Chronic Fatigue
Chronic fatigue is more than tiredness. It’s a profound, lingering exhaustion that rest doesn’t fix. It may come with cognitive symptoms, poor focus, and post-exertional crashes. Fatigue is common in post-viral syndromes, autoimmune conditions, and fibromyalgia.
Post-Viral Syndromes
Post-viral syndromes refer to a group of conditions in which symptoms persist long after the initial viral infection has resolved. While the immune system may have cleared the virus, the body continues to experience widespread dysfunction, often affecting energy levels, cognition, and pain regulation. These symptoms often mirror those seen in fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, suggesting shared biological pathways such as nervous system dysregulation or chronic inflammation.
Recurring Migraine Headaches
Migraine headaches are a severe type of headache that can cause throbbing pain with nausea and light sensitivity. Migraines can become disabling and highly disruptive to your daily routine. For some, medication is effective but can sometimes cause unwanted side effects. TMS therapy has been proven successful in reducing the frequency, intensity and duration of migraine headaches.
What Causes Chronic Pain and Chronic Fatigue?
The root causes of these conditions are complex and multifactorial. Many involve dysfunction in the central nervous system, which processes and regulates pain, energy, and stress responses. Other contributing risk factors include:
- Nervous system sensitization, especially in the spinal cord and brain
- Chronic stress, which disrupts neurotransmitters like serotonin and contributes to inflammation
- Sleep disturbances and poor muscle relaxation
- Hormonal fluctuations related to perimenopause or menopause
- Nutrient deficiencies or poor response to supplements
- Tension headaches, migraines, or other forms of neuropathic pain
- Inflammatory conditions such as osteoarthritis
- Overuse of over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen, acetaminophen, or NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)
- Emotional strain, mental health challenges, and past trauma
- Viruses such as Epstein-Barr virus, influenza, and SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)
For many people, pain management becomes a maze of treatment options, including opioids, antidepressants, steroid injections, or even surgical interventions, each with its own side effects or diminishing returns.
Why Choose Root Function Wellness?
Root Function Wellness is dedicated to providing personalized care that views your health through a holistic lens. Led by Dr. Amy Wagoner, who brings over 20 years of experience practicing conventional family medicine for patients of all ages, our practice prioritizes comprehensive, integrative care. Dr. Wagoner’s deep understanding of the interconnectedness of bodily systems shapes our approach to functional medicine.
We believe your healthcare journey should start with your story. We take the time to listen closely and collaborate with you to identify and achieve your personal wellness goals. Root Function Wellness emphasizes individualized care, rejecting cookie-cutter guidelines or standardized protocols. Instead, we leverage the latest scientific research and tailor each care plan specifically to your unique needs and priorities.
How EXOMIND™ Addresses Chronic Pain & Fatigue
EXOMIND™ is an advanced, noninvasive form of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) that uses targeted magnetic pulses to stimulate areas of the brain responsible for pain regulation, mood, and fatigue. These pulses help retrain the brain’s response to chronic pain signals, reduce nervous system hypersensitivity, and promote more balanced energy regulation.
Exomind works by activating the prefrontal cortex, a region involved in processing pain, emotion, and executive function. It’s FDA-cleared, supported by clinical trials, and increasingly recognized in pain management circles as a promising non-opioid approach for conditions like fibromyalgia, neuropathy, and chronic back pain.
Benefits of EXOMIND™
- Reduced pain sensitivity and nerve pain
- Improved energy and daily function
- Fewer side effects than traditional pain medicine or opioids
- Decreased reliance on over-the-counter or higher doses of NSAIDs
- Enhanced mood and mental health
- Support for emotional resilience and stress management
- Complements other modalities like CBT, physical therapy, or acupuncture
- No downtime or sedation required
- Safe for older adults or those with medication sensitivities
Other Solutions to Explore
At Root Function Wellness, we support an integrative approach to the treatment of chronic pain, tailoring your plan based on your individual needs and goals. Depending on your condition and comfort level, we may recommend:
- Physical therapy and physical activity, guided by experienced physical therapists, to improve movement and stability
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to address emotional processing and pain perception
- Acupuncture or massage therapy for localized pain relief and relaxation
- Chiropractic care for back pain, joint alignment, or musculoskeletal pain
- Supplements to address inflammation, energy, and tissue repair
- Pain relievers such as non-opioid options or topical treatments
- Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for targeted pain interruption
- Dietary changes, sleep hygiene, and stress management tools
- Self-help education, support groups, and lifestyle coaching
We collaborate closely with your existing health care provider, and refer out when appropriate to specialists in physical medicine, psychiatry, or neurology.
Take the Next Step
Book your consultation today and let’s build a sustainable path toward recovery, strength, and relief.
Chronic pain and fatigue are real, and they deserve real solutions. At Root Function Wellness in Watertown, SD, we offer compassionate care rooted in science and tailored to your needs. Whether you’re seeking alternatives to opioids, trying to reduce side effects, or simply searching for something that finally works, Exomind may be your next best step.
