We help Des Moines patients find lasting relief from headaches and migraines with personalized chiropractic care and non-invasive treatment.
Located inside MercyOne Health Plaza
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Pain at the base of the skull, temples, forehead or behind the eyes
Neck pain or stiffness that comes with the headache
Headaches that get worse with screen time or poor posture
Jaw pain or tension along with head pain
Sensitivity to light, sound or smells
Nausea or dizziness
Blurred vision or seeing flashing lights
Trouble focusing or feeling worn out
At DSM Core Chiropractic + Pain Therapy, our goal is to find what’s driving your headaches and ease the muscle and nerve tension that sets them off.
Headaches have many causes, including screen time, posture, neck problems, TMJ, eye or inner ear issues, hormones and neurological factors. The types we treat best are tension headaches, neck-related (cervicogenic) headaches and TMJ-related headaches. During your exam, we often find tender spots that recreate your headache, which helps point to where it’s really coming from. Many patients find their headaches ease over a series of visits as we work on the causes.
Deep tissue therapy targeting the muscles and nerves of the head, neck and face to relieve tension and restriction.
Gentle adjustments to the neck and upper back to improve joint motion and reduce irritation that can trigger headaches.
Exercises that strengthen the neck and upper back and help you hold better posture through the day.
Tips on screen time, workstation setup, sleep position and daily habits to help cut down on headache triggers.
Some headaches need more than one provider. We work with your other doctors to find the cause and build the right plan.
Many tension, neck-related and TMJ headaches respond well to conservative care, but some need a closer look. If necessary, we can order diagnostic imaging such as X-rays or MRI scans to better understand what’s causing your headaches.
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 your headache comes with sudden loss of strength or feeling anywhere in your body, trouble swallowing or changes in vision.
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.