Carlson Chiropractic

Carlson Chiropractic We help athletes recover from their injuries faster, miss less games & practices, and elevate their game.

We focus on your goals and get you "back out there" as quickly as possible! Chiropractic for all ages with emphasis on extremities and rehabilitation.

02/25/2026

Ankle mobility is one of those things you don’t think about… until you don’t have it. Trust me!

Back in August, I fractured my calcaneus and fibula. Healing is one thing. Regaining mobility is another. Tye whole process has been humbling.

Every single day, I’m working on getting my ankle to move the way it’s supposed to move. Not aggressively. Not randomly. Intentionally.

These 4 ankle mobility exercises are part of my daily routine right now. 👇
• They help restore range of motion
• They improve joint mechanics
• They wake up the smaller stabilizing muscles
• And they reduce that stiff, “stuck” feeling

Mobility doesn’t come back by accident. It comes back with consistent, focused reps. And sometimes, it’s SLOW!

If you’ve ever had:
• An ankle sprain
• A fracture
• Chronic stiffness
• Trouble squatting, lunging, or running

Try adding these in daily for the next 2 weeks. Slow. Controlled. Full range. Pain free.

Tell me what you notice.
Better squat depth?
Less stiffness in the morning?
Improved balance?

Your ankles are your foundation. When they move well, everything above them benefits.

Let’s build strong foundations together. 🙌

Athletes — if you want to perform your best this season, preparation matters.Our Spring Season Readiness Assessment is j...
02/20/2026

Athletes — if you want to perform your best this season, preparation matters.

Our Spring Season Readiness Assessment is just $47 this week.

You’ll learn:

• Where you’re strong
• Where you need to improve
• What exercises will help you get better

Message READY to book your assessment.
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02/20/2026

We are still open today from 8:30-12:30! Drive carefully!!!

Parents — preparation now can make a huge difference this season.Our Spring Season Readiness Assessment helps identify s...
02/19/2026

Parents — preparation now can make a huge difference this season.

Our Spring Season Readiness Assessment helps identify strength deficits, movement limitations, and injury risks.

For $47, your athlete will receive:

• Full athletic assessment
• Corrective exercises
• Clear plan for improvement

This gives them confidence and prepares them for the season ahead.

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Spring sports are almost here.Soccer, track, baseball, and softball athletes are preparing for the season right now.We’r...
02/18/2026

Spring sports are almost here.

Soccer, track, baseball, and softball athletes are preparing for the season right now.

We’re offering a limited number of Spring Season Readiness Assessments for just $47 this week at The Training Zone.

This includes:

✔ Speed and strength assessment
✔ Movement and injury risk screening
✔ Personalized corrective exercises

Your athlete will leave knowing exactly what they need to improve to perform their best this season.

Comment READY or send us a message to reserve a spot.

Spots are limited.
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🔥 Have you tried our LightForce Laser yet? 🔥This powerful, FDA-cleared laser therapy helps reduce pain, inflammation, an...
02/02/2026

🔥 Have you tried our LightForce Laser yet? 🔥

This powerful, FDA-cleared laser therapy helps reduce pain, inflammation, and muscle tightness — and best of all, it’s completely painless. Most people say it feels warm and relaxing… honestly, kind of like a massage 😌

✨ Why patients love it:
✔ Speeds up healing
✔ Reduces inflammation
✔ Relieves muscle spasms
✔ Many people feel immediate pain relief

💥 Great for:
• Frozen shoulder
• Sciatic or disc pain
• Headaches & migraines
• Tight muscles & sports injuries
• Neuropathy
• Chronic joint pain

📞 Want to try it? Call us at 515-251-2681 and experience it for yourself!

Your body will thank you 💙

🧠 Did you know the CDC removed crawling as a developmental milestone?Their reasoning?👉 Some kids don’t crawl.And sure—we...
12/29/2025

🧠 Did you know the CDC removed crawling as a developmental milestone?

Their reasoning?
👉 Some kids don’t crawl.

And sure—we hear that from patients all the time.

But here’s what we also know 👇
Ask any pediatric bodyworker (chiropractor, PT, OT, etc.) and we’ll all say the same thing:
We’ll gladly sweep the feet of our kids to get them crawling (not literally 😜).

Why? Because crawling:
✔️ Builds balance & coordination
✔️ Develops the cross-crawl pattern of the brain
✔️ Supports communication between the left & right hemispheres

Here’s the kicker 👀
When someone experiences a TBI or concussion, one of the first rehab steps is…
👉 Crawling patterns.

That’s how foundational this movement is.

If crawling matters enough for brain injury recovery, it matters for early development too 💙

💬 Parents—did your child crawl?
👇 Drop a YES or NO in the comments.

12/15/2025

🔥 Core Training Done Right: What the Evidence Says! 🔥

Your core isn’t just your abs — it’s the engine that stabilizes your spine, supports movement, and helps you perform better and move pain-free. According to a large systematic review, all types of core training can significantly reduce pain and improve function — but different styles have different strengths depending on your goals! 🧠💪

✨ Key Takeaways:
🏃‍♂️ Pilates-style core training is especially effective for reducing pain in people with chronic low back pain — great for improved comfort and movement quality.

⚙️ Core resistance training (think progressive strengthening with resistance) shows the strongest improvements in overall function — ideal for athletes and those looking to move better in real-world activities.

⚖️ Core stability training also helps — especially with controlled movement and coordination — and works well alongside strength-focused approaches.

⏱️ Training Tips from the Research:
✔️ 3–4 sessions/week is effective for most core training types.

✔️ You don’t have to train forever — consistent, targeted sessions of 30–60 minutes still lead to real results.

💡 Why It Matters:
A well-rounded core plan reduces pain, improves function, and enhances performance whether you’re on the field, at the gym, or living life to the fullest. At Carlson Chiropractic, we blend these evidence-based approaches with personalized care to help you move better and feel stronger — from youth athletes to weekend warriors. 🙌

Did you know Dr. Allison became a chiropractor because of shoulder pain? She DID! Dr. Allison hurt her shoulder playing ...
12/12/2025

Did you know Dr. Allison became a chiropractor because of shoulder pain?

She DID!

Dr. Allison hurt her shoulder playing softball and went through all kinds of NSAIDS, physical therapy, massage, and rest periods (however she wasn't very compliant with those) but was constantly working on managing the pain. It was her mom who suggested she try chiropractic care. At her first adjustment, Dr. Allison was in so much pain she wouldn't even let the chiropractor touch her shoulder! She had her spine adjusted ONLY and felt so good she agreed to return the next day and let her examine her shoulder.

Real people. Real results.When you treat the source — everything gets better.Proud of this week’s wins! 💙Jane hasn't bee...
12/11/2025

Real people. Real results.
When you treat the source — everything gets better.
Proud of this week’s wins! 💙

Jane hasn't been able to lift her arm above her shoulder for 6 months! She thought she was going to have to live with it the rest of her life!!! Now she has full range of motion AND was able to bake Christmas cookies all weekend with very minimal pain!

If your shoulder is aching, stiff, or weak… it might not be your shoulder.Here are THREE signs the issue is actually in ...
12/10/2025

If your shoulder is aching, stiff, or weak… it might not be your shoulder.
Here are THREE signs the issue is actually in your neck 👇

1.) There is no mechanism of injury (MOI) - like I did it in my sleep, I bent over to pick up a tissue. You don't hurt your shoulder without some time of injury, impact, overuse, etc.

2.) You have weakness in strength in one arm compared to the other side.

3.) You can't open jars anyore or you are dropping things.

Our brand new guide is HERE! 🎉👉 ‘5 Fast Fixes for Neck + Shoulder Pain’Comment PAIN GUIDE and I’ll send it to you instan...
12/09/2025

Our brand new guide is HERE! 🎉

👉 ‘5 Fast Fixes for Neck + Shoulder Pain’
Comment PAIN GUIDE and I’ll send it to you instantly!

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10615 NW Aurora Avenue
Urbandale, IA
50322

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 12pm

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+15154403066

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