Active Wellness Chiropractic and Rehabilitation

04/11/2026

April showers bring… aches and pains 😅

If your joints have been feeling more stiff, tight, or just “off” lately, you’re not imagining it. Changes in weather can affect joint pressure and how your body moves.

But here’s the part most people miss... it’s usually not just the weather.

If things aren’t moving well to begin with, those small changes tend to show up a lot more, but that’s where we come in. Adjustments, soft tissue work, and staying consistent with care help keep everything moving the way it should — no matter what Iowa weather throws at you.

Don’t wait for it to settle… it usually doesn’t on its own.

👉 Book your appointment at www.activewellnessonline.com or call 515.867.2900

04/09/2026

POV: you get a new table and your hands are like “we’re off today” 😂

Don’t worry… we didn’t disappear on you.
Our spinal decompression table is just doing some of the heavy lifting now.

Just another tool to help you feel better and actually fix what’s going on.

👉 Book your appointment at www.activewellnessonline.com or call 515.867.2900

04/07/2026

Spring has you bouncing between everything.

Outside one day, back in the gym the next. Running outside, then back on a treadmill. Trying to stay consistent… while your routine keeps changing 😅

That constant switch between environments, surfaces, and movement patterns can take a toll — especially if something isn’t moving well to begin with. This is when we start to see tightness, soreness, and small issues show up more often.

Staying ahead of it is what keeps you consistent.

Whether you’re outside, inside, or somewhere in between, we help make sure your body can keep up with it all.

👉 Book your appointment at www.activewellnessonline.com
📞 515.867.2900

04/05/2026

If you’ve been dealing with ongoing back or neck issues, you’ve probably wondered what your options actually are.

Spinal decompression is one of those options, and for a lot of people, it’s a really good one.

It’s a non-surgical treatment that helps take pressure off the discs and nerves in your spine. The Triton 6E allows us to do that in a very controlled, targeted way based on what your body actually needs. No guessing, no one-size-fits-all setup.

It’s also a lot more comfortable than people expect. Heated cushions, adjustable positioning, and settings that are specific to you make it feel more like a guided treatment than something you just have to get through.

Most patients start to notice improvements in how they move, how they feel, and how much pressure they’re dealing with over a series of visits.

We also use it alongside chiropractic care to support longer-term results, not just quick relief.

👉 Book your appointment at www.activewellnessonline.com or call 515.867.2900

04/03/2026

04/03/2026

We figured it was time he introduced himself 👇

This is Dr. Jayce — and if you haven’t been in to see him yet, he’s on the schedule and ready to get to work. 😎

👉 Book your appointment at www.activewellnessonline.com

04/01/2026

New treatment plan just dropped... “Just wait it out.”

No appointments, no effort, just hope for the best.

…

April Fools 😅

If that worked, we wouldn’t be here.

Most issues we see started as something small that didn’t fully resolve. Waiting usually just means it sticks around longer or comes back worse. Getting ahead of it is a lot easier than starting over later.

👉 Book your appointment at www.activewellnessonline.com
or call 515.867.2900

03/30/2026

Low back pain is one of the most common complaints we see.

When pain begins to travel into the hip or down the leg, that often indicates nerve involvement, commonly referred to as sciatica. That irritation usually stems from disc pressure, joint restriction, inflammation, or muscular imbalance placing stress on the nerve.

Treatment depends on the source.

For some patients, targeted chiropractic adjustments restore proper joint motion and reduce mechanical stress. For others, spinal decompression helps relieve pressure on affected discs. In cases involving soft tissue strain or inflammation, therapies like SoftWave may be incorporated to support healing and tissue recovery.

The goal is not just temporary relief. It is restoring proper movement, reducing nerve irritation, and improving overall function so you can move confidently again.

If low back pain keeps coming back or radiates into the leg, it is worth evaluating.

👉 Book your appointment at www.activewellnessonline.com or call 515.867.2900

03/27/2026

Spinal decompression therapy is often beneficial for patients experiencing chronic or persistent disc-related issues.

Common candidates include those with herniated or bulging discs, degenerative disc disease, sciatica, radiating arm or leg pain, and certain cases of spinal stenosis.

For patients who have not fully responded to adjustments, physical therapy, or medication, decompression can offer another non-invasive option to support healing.

That said, it is not for everyone.

Conditions such as pregnancy, advanced osteoporosis, recent spinal surgery with hardware, spinal instability, certain vascular conditions, or acute neurological deficits may make decompression inappropriate.

Patient safety comes first. Every patient is screened carefully before beginning treatment.

If you are unsure whether you are a candidate, we are happy to walk through it with you.

👉 Book your appointment at www.activewellnessonline.com or call 515.867.2900

03/25/2026

Spring sports are back! 👏

That means practices and games are back... so are sore hips and tight hamstrings.

Every year we see it. Athletes jump from off-season pace to full schedule overnight.

Your body needs more than motivation.
It needs mobility, alignment, and recovery support.

Do not wait until something “pulls.” Get in and stay in line for every season.

👉 Book your appointment at www.activewellnessonline.com
📞 515.867.2900

03/23/2026

You’ve probably seen him around… now let’s officially welcome him! 👏

Dr. Jayce has been part of the team these past few months, and now he’s ready to start seeing patients of his own! Help us give him a warm Active Wellness welcome — and if you’ve been meaning to get in, come see him! 😎

👉 Book your appointment at www.activewellnessonline.com

03/22/2026

Mobility limitations are often the first warning sign that something is not moving the way it should.

Tight hamstrings, restricted hips, and a stiff mid back rarely happen overnight. They develop gradually from sitting, repetitive movement, and poor recovery.

You might not feel pain yet, but restriction is information. When movement becomes limited, compensation begins. Over time, that can lead to strain, irritation, or injury.

Movement should feel smooth and controlled, not tight and forced. If it doesn’t, that is something we can address.

👉 Book your appointment at www.activewellnessonline.com or call 515.867.2900