Ames Chiropractic & Wellness Center PLLC

Ames Chiropractic & Wellness Center PLLC Welcome to Ames Chiropractic & Wellness Center! Ames Chiropractic & Wellness Center PLLC provides chiropractic care and nutritional counseling in Ames, IA.

08/27/2025

The expression holds true - they really are always watching. Ripp is forever building his resume to be the next owner of Ames Chiropractic! 💜

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08/15/2025

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"Why isn't my baby latching properly?" 🤱If you're struggling with breastfeeding, you're not alone! Many moms are told it...
08/13/2025

"Why isn't my baby latching properly?" 🤱

If you're struggling with breastfeeding, you're not alone! Many moms are told it's "normal" for nursing to be painful or difficult, but what if there's more to the story than just a tongue tie?

Here's what most people don't realize: tongue ties aren't just about the tissue under the tongue. They're often connected to tension patterns throughout your baby's entire body, especially in the neck, jaw, and cranial area.

During birth, even the most natural deliveries can create restrictions in your baby's upper neck and cranial bones. This tension affects how their jaw moves, how their tongue functions, and ultimately how well they can latch and feed.

When we address these nervous system restrictions through gentle pediatric adjustments:
- Jaw tension decreases, allowing better mouth opening
- Tongue movement becomes more coordinated
- Neck mobility improves, making positioning easier
- Overall body tension releases, helping baby feel more comfortable

Many parents find that after gentle chiropractic care, their baby's latch improves dramatically - sometimes even without needing a tongue tie revision. And for babies who do need the procedure, pre-and post-care with chiropractic can make the healing process smoother and more effective.

Your baby's feeding difficulties aren't a reflection of your abilities as a mother. Sometimes their little bodies just need extra and gentle support to function the way they're designed to.

If you're dealing with painful nursing, poor weight gain, or endless feeding struggles, know that there are options beyond just "toughing it out." Your feeding journey matters, and so does your comfort!

Ready to explore how nervous system care might help your nursing relationship? At Ames Chiropractic, we are focused on giving both you and your baby the support you deserve throughout this journey! Give our office a call to get you and your baby scheduled today!

ameschirocenter.com
515-232-3374

08/11/2025

👀 Ever wonder why stress gives you stomach problems or why certain foods affect your mood? Your gut and brain are literally TALKING to each other all day long!

The vagus nerve—the longest cranial nerve in your body—serves as a superhighway connecting your brain directly to your digestive system. This incredible neural pathway explains why:

- Anxiety can trigger digestive issues
- Poor gut health may contribute to brain fog
- Certain foods can affect your mental clarity
- Spinal imbalances can disrupt this crucial communication

Research shows that patients with chronic digestive issues often have corresponding spinal imbalances. By addressing these subluxations, many experience improvements in BOTH nervous system function AND digestive health!

🔍 Think about it: When was the last time you felt that "gut reaction" to something? That's your body's intelligence at work—your two "brains" communicating!

ameschirocenter.com
515-232-3374

Did you know? Your nervous system acts as the central command hub for every single function in your body. 🧠Think of your...
08/10/2025

Did you know? Your nervous system acts as the central command hub for every single function in your body. 🧠

Think of your mind and body being connected by an intricate communication network. (Spoiler alert: they actually are!) When disruptions occur along these neural pathways, the ripple effects can extend far beyond physical discomfort - potentially affecting cognitive clarity and emotional stability.

With the help of gentle and targeted adjustments, consistent chiropractic care can help eliminate these communication roadblocks, supporting the natural flow of nerve signals between your brain and body.

After experiencing consistent chiropractic care many have improvements in:

- mental clarity
- concentration
- mood swings
- emotional regulation
- stress and anxiety

Your spine serves as so much more than just structural support - it is the vital pathway that connects your physical and mental well-being.

If you are ready to experience the mental and physical benefits of chiropractic care, our team is ready to support you on your journey to healing. Schedule your appointment today!

ameschirocenter.com
515-232-3374

Did you know chiropractic care can naturally reduce inflammation throughout your body? Research shows that consistent ch...
08/07/2025

Did you know chiropractic care can naturally reduce inflammation throughout your body?

Research shows that consistent chiropractic care decrease inflammatory chemicals like tumor necrosis factor and interleukin-1 beta, while activating your body's built-in anti-inflammation system through the vagus nerve.

When the body is in a state of ease, it can reduce swelling and fluid buildup along joint dysfunctions while triggering the release of healing substances that repair tissues naturally.

Chiropractic was built on the foundation of creating balance and ease within the nervous system. By calming the nervous system (getting out of fight or flight patterns), adjustments help release helpful chemicals that reduce inflammation while regulating stress responses.

Plus, chiropractic care can break the inflammation cycle by fixing structural problems that produce pain-causing molecules.

With each visit, you're strengthening your body's natural ability to manage inflammation, improve your stress response, and promote overall wellness.

ameschirocenter.com
515-232-3374

That tight chest feeling. The racing thoughts. The exhaustion that sleep doesn't fix. The constant feeling like you're w...
08/05/2025

That tight chest feeling. The racing thoughts. The exhaustion that sleep doesn't fix. The constant feeling like you're waiting for the other shoe to drop.

Sound familiar?

You're not broken, anxious, or weak. You're stuck in a nervous system pattern that's keeping your body trapped in survival mode 24/7.

Chronic stress doesn't just live in your mind, it literally rewires your nervous system and changes your body at a cellular level. Your heart rate variability (your nervous system's ability to adapt and recover) plummets. Your vagus nerve, which controls your ability to rest and digest, basically goes offline.
And here's the kicker... when chronic stress creates movement restrictions in your spine, it sends constant danger signals to your brain, keeping you locked in fight-or-flight mode even when you're trying to relax.
It's like having a car alarm that won't turn off. Your nervous system is screaming "DANGER!" even when you're safe at home on your couch.

Research shows that specific chiropractic adjustments can dramatically improve heart rate variability and activate your parasympathetic nervous system – your body's natural "calm down" response.

When we restore proper movement to your spine and remove nerve interference, your body can finally shift out of survival mode and into healing mode.

You don't have to live in constant fight-or-flight. Your body is designed to handle stress and then recover from it. Sometimes it just needs the right support to remember how.

ameschirocenter.com
515-232-3374

08/04/2025

As a reminder, the ACWC will be closed Monday, Aug. 4 through Tuesday, Aug. 12.

If you need us, Amie will be periodically monitoring the office email & voicemail.

Regular office hours will resume Wednesday, Aug. 13 at 8:30AM. Have a great first week of August!

ameschirocenter.com
515-232-3374

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819 W Lincoln Way, Suite B
Ames, IA
50010

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 1pm
3pm - 6pm

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