We help Des Moines patients find lasting relief from whiplash with personalized chiropractic care and non-invasive treatment.
Located inside MercyOne Health Plaza
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Neck pain, stiffness or swelling
Trouble turning your head
Headaches, often starting at the base of the skull
Pain in the shoulders, upper back or arms
Tingling or numbness in the arms or hands
Jaw pain or trouble chewing
Dizziness, blurred vision or ringing in the ears
Trouble focusing, poor sleep or irritability
At DSM Core Chiropractic + Pain Therapy, our goal is to calm pain and swelling in the injured tissue and help you get your full range of motion back.
Whiplash happens when your head is thrown forward and back fast, like in a car accident, a sports hit or a fall. That sudden motion can strain or tear the muscles and ligaments that support your neck. Symptoms don’t always show up right away. Some people feel fine at first and notice pain hours or days later. We start with a thorough exam to understand the full extent of your injury, then build a plan around it.
Our specialty. Hands-on deep tissue therapy to reduce pain, tenderness and swelling after a whiplash injury.
When appropriate, gentle adjustments to the neck and upper back to restore motion as you heal.
Personalized exercises to rebuild strength and stability in the neck and upper back.
Tips on posture, sleep position and daily activity to protect your neck while it heals.
If your injury came from a car accident, we can help you through the insurance claims process. We work with major insurers.
Some patients can start treatment at their first visit. Others need X-rays or an MRI first to make sure it’s safe to begin care. We’ll order any imaging you need.
If chiropractic care is not the best option for your condition, we will coordinate care and refer you to a trusted specialist within our network so you get the right treatment at the right time.
Get emergency care right away if after an accident you have a severe headache, confusion, loss of consciousness, weakness in your arms or legs, or trouble walking.
Our team is here to help you get back to doing what you love. Same-day appointments are often available.
We provide care for patients throughout Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Clive, Waukee, and surrounding communities.
Iowa's only hospital-based chiropractic clinic, located inside MercyOne Health Plaza.
We work closely with medical providers to create a personalized plan designed around your goals and overall health.
Our goal is to reduce your pain, improve your function, and help you stay active for the long term.