Mouw Family Chiropractic

Mouw Family Chiropractic Mouw Family Chiropractic has been caring for Council Bluffs families since 2005. We empower you to ma
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12/06/2025

I joke about the butt, but the truth is simple: your glutes sit on top of the most important foundation in your body — your pelvis. And your pelvis plays a major role in how your spine, hips, and knees function every single day.

Think of it like your car. If the alignment is off, the tires wear out faster. The problem isn’t the tires — it’s the alignment. Your body works the same way. When the pelvis isn’t aligned well, the stress gets pushed into the hips, knees, and lower back over time.

If you’re already dealing with hip or knee issues, or if you want to stay ahead of future problems, getting your pelvic alignment evaluated is one of the smartest things you can do. Sometimes the root of the problem isn’t where you feel the pain — it’s the foundation underneath it.

Take care of the base, and the rest of your body can function the way it’s meant to.

12/05/2025

Your sleep isn’t causing your neck pain — it’s everything you do before you ever lie down. Long days at a desk, hours on a computer, constant time on your phone… those postures load the neck all day long, and the tension shows up when you finally try to rest.

Sleep is meant to heal you, not trigger pain. If your neck hurts at night or first thing in the morning, it usually means the stress built up during the day hasn’t been addressed.

Simple habits can help: gentle stretching before bed, using ice to calm irritation, and staying consistent with spinal care so your neck can move the way it’s supposed to. Better daytime habits lead to better nights.

12/04/2025

Medications like gabapentin can help reduce the symptoms of neuropathy, but they don’t address what’s happening beneath the surface. Symptom relief is valuable, but feeling better is not the same as restoring healthier nerve function.

For long term improvement, you need to look at the underlying contributors — circulation, nerve signaling, and inflammation. These are areas that can often be supported through targeted lifestyle changes, noninvasive therapies, and natural approaches designed to help the body function as well as it can.

The goal isn’t to replace medication. It’s to understand why the symptoms are happening and explore options that support the root of the problem instead of only managing the discomfort.

Getting clear answers is the first step to getting the right plan.

12/03/2025

Exercise isn’t just about building muscle. It’s one of the most powerful ways to support your entire body. When you move, you increase circulation — and better circulation means better delivery of oxygen and nutrients to every tissue.

Movement also stimulates the nervous system. That’s critical, especially as we age. Many people with peripheral neuropathy stop exercising because of pain, numbness, or balance issues, but staying active is one of the key components to maintaining function, stability, and long term health.

The goal is to get you moving well so you can stay moving. Exercise supports strength, balance, circulation, and overall quality of life — and it’s never too late to start.

12/02/2025

If you wait until your 30s, 40s, or 50s to care about your physical health, you’re already behind. The real problem isn’t age — it’s being reactive instead of proactive.

Most people don’t worry about their bodies until something hurts. But we routinely see early signs of spinal degeneration in patients as young as their teens. Change begins long before symptoms show up.

The sooner you start taking care of yourself — moving well, staying active, strengthening your body, and getting regular checkups — the more healthy years you’ll have… and the more life you’ll have in those years.

12/01/2025

Your body is designed with an incredible ability to recover, repair, and adapt. A simple cut is a reminder of that — your system goes to work immediately, rebuilding and restoring without you ever having to think about it.

When you support your body with proper nutrition, healthy movement, and the right lifestyle habits, you give those natural processes the environment they need to work at their best. It’s not about rejecting medical care — medications and surgery absolutely have their place.

It’s about recognizing that your body has built-in mechanisms for repair, and learning how to support them rather than working against them. Better inputs lead to better outcomes.

11/30/2025

Here’s the truth about that venti Pumpkin Spice Latte you love…
470 calories and 45 grams of sugar.
Yes — 45 grams.

And with chronic inflammation ranking as one of the biggest drivers of chronic disease in the U.S., sugar intake matters more than most people realize.

A single PSL hits 90% of your recommended daily sugar — and none of it should be coming from a beverage disguised as coffee.

Are they delicious? Absolutely.
But there are better alternatives…

Stay tuned — the healthier swaps are coming next.

11/29/2025

When’s the right time to treat neck pain?
Before you ever feel it.

Most people wait until something hurts… then rush in hoping for a quick fix.
But the most effective care isn’t reactive — it’s proactive.

It’s always easier to keep a healthy person well than to fix an unhealthy one.
That means stretching, exercising, staying mobile, and getting adjusted before pain shows up.

Protect your neck now, and you’ll be blown away by how much better you move, feel, and live.

Don’t wait for a problem.
Prevent it.

Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving!! Just wanted to check in with all our local Nebraska fans to see how you guy...
11/28/2025

Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving!!

Just wanted to check in with all our local Nebraska fans to see how you guys are doing on this Black Friday?! Time to go eat the leftovers and turn the game off?! 😝 Go Hawks!! ⚫️ 🟡

11/28/2025

Want a healthier neck as you age?
Here are the three non-negotiables:

🌀 1. Keep your neck moving
Motion is fuel for your spine.
When your neck stops moving well, everything from stiffness to pain to early degeneration can follow.
Movement = health.

❄️ 2. Ice before bed
A little cold therapy can help reduce soft-tissue swelling — and swelling is often the precursor to future joint problems.
Less inflammation at night means better recovery.

📐 3. Maintain the natural curve in your neck
Your cervical curve is your spine’s built-in shock absorber.
If it’s lost, reduced, or reversed, it changes how your entire neck functions.

And if you don’t know whether you have a healthy curve?
Get it checked.
An X-ray is the easiest way to know what’s really happening inside your spine.

Healthy curve.
Healthy movement.
Healthy aging.

At Mouw Family Chiropractic, we are especially grateful this Thanksgiving for the incredible patients who make our work ...
11/27/2025

At Mouw Family Chiropractic, we are especially grateful this Thanksgiving for the incredible patients who make our work so meaningful. Your trust in us to care for you and your families is something we never take for granted. We hope this season brings you rest, connection, and moments of gratitude with the people who matter most. From our family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡🦃🍁

11/27/2025

Most people only learn what spinal surgery is once they’re already in pain — and trust me, if you don’t know, that’s a good thing.

There are two main types:

🔹 Discectomy — where part of the disc is trimmed to reduce pressure.
Less invasive, but it can change how the joint functions long-term.

🔹 Fusion — where the disc is removed and the bones are fused together with rods, screws, or pins.
This can change how the joints above and below move, which is why many people still experience issues afterward.

We see patients every week who’ve had multiple surgeries and are still looking for answers, support, and a path forward.

That’s where conservative care matters.

Our focus is on improving mobility, supporting the surrounding joints, and helping your body move the way it was designed to — whether you’re trying to avoid surgery or recovering from one.

You don’t have to navigate spine problems alone.
We’re here to help your body find its balance again.

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20 Power Drive Ste 1
Council Bluffs, IA
51501

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:15pm
Tuesday 2:30pm - 6:15pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:15pm
Thursday 2:30pm - 6:15pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:15pm
Saturday 8:30am - 10am

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+17123661611

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Your Council Bluffs Chiropractor

We have a passion for seeing people’s lives changed for the better. Here at Mouw Family Chiropractic, we are committed to helping you live the full expression of your health potential!

We will always work to optimize the health and wellness of whole families, from the youngest members to the oldest, through quality chiropractic care and massage therapy.

As your Council Bluffs chiropractors, we, along with our knowledgeable, friendly and caring staff, will treat you like members of our extended family! Our practice is a fast-growing, family-oriented, wellness-based practice and we think you’ll fit right in.

Call us today to schedule!