We help Des Moines patients find lasting relief from shoulder pain with personalized chiropractic care and non-invasive treatment.
Located inside MercyOne Health Plaza
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Pain in the shoulder joint or the area around it
Stiffness or less range of motion
Pain when reaching overhead, behind your back or lifting
Pain at night, especially when lying on that shoulder
Weakness or a loose, unstable feeling in the joint
Clicking or catching when you move your arm
Swelling or bruising in the shoulder or upper arm
Numbness or tingling in the arm or hand
At DSM Core Chiropractic + Pain Therapy, our goal is to find the root cause of your shoulder pain, ease tension around the joint and help restore strength and movement.
Your shoulder is made up of muscles, tendons, cartilage, nerves, fascia and bone, and any of them can cause pain. We commonly treat rotator cuff strains and tears, bursitis, tendonitis, frozen shoulder and separated shoulder (AC joint sprain). Here’s the thing: shoulder pain doesn’t always start in the shoulder. It can come from your neck or upper back, or from poor stability in the joint or spine. That’s why we look at the whole picture. Many patients find real relief through conservative, non-surgical care and get back to their normal routines.
Hands-on therapy to reduce muscle tightness and fascial restriction around the shoulder.
Gentle adjustments to the shoulder, neck and upper back to restore lost motion and reduce pain.
Personalized exercises that strengthen the rotator cuff and improve how the shoulder moves and holds steady.
Treatment for the spine above and behind the shoulder when it’s part of what’s causing your pain.
Tips on posture, workstation setup, sleep position and lifting to help prevent future flare-ups.
Many cases of shoulder 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 check for things like a rotator cuff or labral tear.
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 shoulder pain comes with chest pain or pressure, shortness of breath, sweating or pain spreading to your jaw. These can be signs of a heart problem.
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.