We help Des Moines patients find lasting relief from neck pain with personalized chiropractic care and non-invasive treatment.
Located inside MercyOne Health Plaza
Get the care you need sooner
We make care accessible
Pain or stiffness in the neck
Trouble turning your head or looking up and down
Headaches, especially at the base of the skull
Pain or numbness that travels into the shoulders or arms
Tingling or weakness in the arms or hands
Muscle spasms or tightness in the neck and upper back
Dizziness or lightheadedness in some cases
Loss of bladder or bowel control
At DSM Core Chiropractic + Pain Therapy, our goal is to find the source of your neck pain, ease pressure on irritated nerves and help restore normal movement.
Your neck is made up of bones, joints, discs, muscles, ligaments and nerves, and any of them can cause pain. Common causes include whiplash, arthritis, a bulging or herniated disc, thoracic outlet syndrome and torticollis (a stiff, twisted neck). Neck pain also often goes hand in hand with headaches, TMJ pain and shoulder pain. Many patients find real relief through conservative, non-surgical care and get back to their normal routines.
Gentle, specific adjustments to the neck and upper back to improve joint motion and reduce stiffness.
Deep tissue therapy that loosens tight muscles and fascia and takes tension off the large nerves in the neck.
When appropriate, decompression techniques may help reduce pressure on the discs and nerves in the neck.
Personalized exercises that build strength and stability in the neck and upper back.
Tips on posture, screen height, workstation setup and sleep position to help prevent future flare-ups.
Many cases of neck pain 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 pain.
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 neck pain 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.
