Read Health Center, Inc.

Read Health Center, Inc. Dr. Barbara Read and Dr. Changwon Lee
Ames Chiropractor
NUCCA Technique
1606 Golden Aspen
Ames, IA, 50010, USA
515-859-8597
chiropractorames.com

Discover N.U.C.C.A.
• N.U.C.C.A. stands for National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association. www.nucca.org
• Accidents and injuries can weaken connective tissues and lock us in a stressed position
• This stressed position, that of being off of perfect body alignment, can lead to pain and dysfunction throughout our body.
• N.U.C.C.A. is a procedure which is designed to influence one of the highes

t control centers over body balance; the brain stem and central nervous system.
• N.U.C.C.A. is a highly effective way to restore balance to the spine.
• Balance leads to healing weak areas and gaining strength to our entire body.
• N.U.C.C.A. does not involve “popping” or “cracking”. The adjustment is often described as gentle.
• Patients love that it is non-invasive, accurate and stable. Dr. Barbara Read has been practicing NUCCA for 18 years and is NUCCA board certified. Call us at 515-233-8880 or to learn more visit http://chiropractorames.com/

We have something special in the works for you. If you're curious about what it's like to visit a NUCCA practitioner and...
04/24/2026

We have something special in the works for you. If you're curious about what it's like to visit a NUCCA practitioner and what makes us different from chiropractors who crack and twist, follow us and stay tuned for upcoming content on NUCCA from the patient's POV! We can't wait to show you everything that makes NUCCA special. ❤️

Joint pain, vertigo, migraines, POTS, numbness, sinus issues, ear infections, fibromyalgia, gut health...the ...
04/23/2026



Joint pain, vertigo, migraines, POTS, numbness, sinus issues, ear infections, fibromyalgia, gut health...the list of health issues that are treatable with NUCCA goes on! Your upper cervical spine is the connection point between the brain and the body. Upper neck health affects the rest of the body--let's make sure your spine is flourishing! Call 515-233-8880 to schedule your free consultation.

It's springtime--don't stay locked in winter with a frozen shoulder! The stiffness, pain, and impaired mobility of a fro...
04/22/2026

It's springtime--don't stay locked in winter with a frozen shoulder! The stiffness, pain, and impaired mobility of a frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) can be treated with NUCCA chiropractic.
See our patient testimonial about this here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1CYxRXBMZo/, and give us a call at 515-233-8880 to schedule a free consultation and learn more.

04/21/2026

As Mother's Day approaches, let's chat about how NUCCA can safely and gently help pregnant moms prepare for labor and delivery. 🤰🤱👶 Dr Read explains why upper cervical alignment matters for your pelvis, hips, and entire body. It's important for postpartum recovery, too!

Doctors Read and Lee are going to a NUCCA conference! Part of providing excellent care to the Ames community is keeping ...
04/20/2026

Doctors Read and Lee are going to a NUCCA conference! Part of providing excellent care to the Ames community is keeping up with the latest in NUCCA research and networking with other professionals. The docs will be out of the office this Tuesday through Friday and return freshly inspired next Monday.

04/17/2026

We're going to a NUCCA conference next Tuesday through Friday! From April 21st to April 24th, we will be out of the office. Our front desk staff will still be answering phones. See you when we get back! 😄

Baseball and softball season are here! Upper cervical chiropractic care can relieve joint paint, increase mobility, and ...
04/16/2026

Baseball and softball season are here! Upper cervical chiropractic care can relieve joint paint, increase mobility, and improve brain-body communication for peak performance. To learn more about how upper cervical care can help you play your best, schedule a free consultation at 515-233-8880.

Proudly serving the Ames, Iowa area.

We help everyone feel their best at Read Health Center--including babies! Common reasons to seek care for infants inclu...
04/15/2026

We help everyone feel their best at Read Health Center--including babies! Common reasons to seek care for infants include: recurring ear infections, difficulty feeding, and constipation. If there's no emergency, but still something "doesn't seem right," schedule a free consultation at 515-233-8880 to learn more about our safe, gentle infant spinal corrections.

04/14/2026

Dr. Lee has an important update to share. We wish him all the best with his new chapter.

POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome) can majorly disrupt your daily life! But what if more effective brain-b...
04/13/2026

POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome) can majorly disrupt your daily life! But what if more effective brain-body communication, posture correction, and pressure relief could make a real difference?
Upper cervical care is more than just a spinal alignment! It's a path toward healing and re-aligning you with the active life you love.
To learn more about how upper cervical care can change the game for patients with POTS, schedule a free consultation with us at 515-233-8880.

04/10/2026

What if the solution to low back and hip pain from running or prolonged standing is in the upper neck? NUCCA chiropractic care improves the brain-body connection, releasing tension and improving pain related to muscle tightness and misalignment throughout the spine and the entire body. Schedule a free consultation at 515-233-8880 to find out if NUCCA can help you stay active without pain.

At Read Health Center, we love bringing new life to our patients. NUCCA treatment addresses chronic pain, mobility and b...
04/09/2026

At Read Health Center, we love bringing new life to our patients. NUCCA treatment addresses chronic pain, mobility and balance issues, migraines, POTS, sports performance, and more. Our goal is to bring symptom relief AND help your body truly heal. We're dedicated to helping you live a beautiful, active life.

Learn more by scheduling a free consultation with us at 515-233-8880.

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1606 Golden Aspen Drive, Ste 101
Ames, IA
50010

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 12pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:15pm
Thursday 1pm - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 3:15pm

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Discover N.U.C.C.A. • N.U.C.C.A. stands for National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association. www.nucca.org • Accidents and injuries can weaken connective tissues and lock us in a stressed position • This stressed position, that of being off of perfect body alignment, can lead to pain and dysfunction throughout our body. • N.U.C.C.A. is a procedure which is designed to influence one of the highest control centers over body balance; the brain stem and central nervous system. • N.U.C.C.A. is a highly effective way to restore balance to the spine. • Balance leads to healing weak areas and gaining strength to our entire body. • N.U.C.C.A. does not involve “popping” or “cracking”. The adjustment is often described as gentle. • Patients love that it is non-invasive, accurate and stable. Dr. Barbara Read has been practicing NUCCA for 18 years and is NUCCA board certified. Call us at 515-233-8880 or to learn more visit http://chiropractorames.com/