Ver Helst Chiropractic

Ver Helst Chiropractic Dr. Kurt Ver Helst leads Ver Helst Chiropractic in Ames, IA, providing expert chiropractic care for over 30 years.

Specializing in pain relief and spinal health. Doctor Kurt Ver Helst is a chiropractor at Ver Helst Chiropractic in Ames, IA. If you are struggling with neck or back pain, headaches or migraines, carpal tunnel, sciatica, or any other health condition please call us today or visit our website and take advantage of our new patient special.

Thrilled to share another 5-star review! Ready for a healthier you? Drop a 💙 if you agree or message us to schedule your...
01/05/2026

Thrilled to share another 5-star review! Ready for a healthier you? Drop a 💙 if you agree or message us to schedule your visit! 🌟

We just received another great review on Facebook:
01/02/2026

We just received another great review on Facebook:

From winter storms to busy schedules, 2025 kept us on our toes. ❄️🎉We’re closed tomorrow for New Year’s Day, but can’t w...
12/31/2025

From winter storms to busy schedules, 2025 kept us on our toes. ❄️🎉

We’re closed tomorrow for New Year’s Day, but can’t wait to kick off 2026 with you.

Thanks for trusting us with your care — Happy New Year!

Yesterday’s winter storm gave us an unexpected pause — thanks for bearing with us while we closed for safety. ❄️The road...
12/30/2025

Yesterday’s winter storm gave us an unexpected pause — thanks for bearing with us while we closed for safety. ❄️

The roads have cleared, we’re back today and tomorrow, and we’re squeezing in a few last visits before the year wraps up!

Holiday hours reminder:
• New Year’s Eve (Dec 31): 7:00am–12:00pm
• New Year’s Day (Jan 1): Closed

If you’ve been putting off that adjustment, this afternoon or tomorrow morning is your sign. 😉

We’d love to see you before we ring in the New Year!

❄️ Weather Closure Notice ❄️Due to today’s weather conditions, Ver Helst Chiropractic will be closed today, Monday, Dece...
12/29/2025

❄️ Weather Closure Notice ❄️

Due to today’s weather conditions, Ver Helst Chiropractic will be closed today, Monday, December 29 to keep our patients and staff safe.

We’ll resume normal hours tomorrow and will be reaching out to anyone affected to get appointments rescheduled.

Thank you for your understanding — stay warm and safe out there 🤍

Holiday hours reminder 🎄• Christmas Eve: Open 7:00am–12:00pm• Christmas Day (Dec 25): Closed• Friday, Dec 26: ClosedIf y...
12/22/2025

Holiday hours reminder 🎄
• Christmas Eve: Open 7:00am–12:00pm
• Christmas Day (Dec 25): Closed
• Friday, Dec 26: Closed

If you’ve been thinking, “I should probably get adjusted before the holidays,” this is your window.

Between cold weather, extra errands, and long drives, your body’s already doing a lot — a little support now can go a long way.

Friday night plans:-Sit on the couch-Warm drink-Suddenly remember you promised you’d hang lights / clean the garage / mo...
12/19/2025

Friday night plans:
-Sit on the couch
-Warm drink
-Suddenly remember you promised you’d hang lights / clean the garage / move 47 boxes 😭

That’s how weekend warrior season starts — and how a lot of Monday chiropractic visits happen.

Before you dive in, protect your spine:
✔️ Avoid lifting and twisting at the same time - pivot your feet instead
✔️ Take a short break every 10–15 minutes
✔️ Stretch your hips and hamstrings when you’re done (they affect your low back more than you think)

Your spine should support your weekend - not punish you for it.

Holiday errands really are a sport - just a quieter one.-Multiple store stops.-Long checkout lines.-Lots of standing… lo...
12/17/2025

Holiday errands really are a sport - just a quieter one.
-Multiple store stops.
-Long checkout lines.
-Lots of standing… lots of phone scrolling… lots of hunching without realizing it.

If your neck starts feeling tight or your shoulders creep upward by mid-afternoon, try this quick reset (car parked — safety first):
• Sit tall with your back against the seat
• Drop your shoulders down and back
• Gently pull your chin straight back (yes, the double-chin look)
• Hold 5 seconds, repeat 5 times

If you just noticed your shoulders were up near your ears… this post did its job. 😉

If you spent today shoveling, pushing your car, or doing that classic “I’ll just muscle it” move… consider this your spi...
12/15/2025

If you spent today shoveling, pushing your car, or doing that classic “I’ll just muscle it” move… consider this your spine check-in. 😅

Snow shoveling rules (so you don’t pay for it tomorrow):
✅ Warm up for 60 seconds (yes, really)
✅ Switch sides every few minutes
✅ Keep the shovel close to your body
✅ Lift with your legs, not your lower back

If your back is already threatening to file a complaint, we’ve got you.

Tension headaches don’t always start in your head — they usually begin in the neck and shoulders.This time of year, holi...
12/10/2025

Tension headaches don’t always start in your head — they usually begin in the neck and shoulders.

This time of year, holiday stress + long hours at the computer can create:
• Tightness at the base of the skull
• Pressure behind the eyes
• Neck stiffness
• End-of-day headaches

A chiropractic adjustment helps restore mobility, reduce muscle tension, and calm the chain reaction that leads to those headaches.

💙 If you’ve been thinking, “I’ll deal with this after the holidays,” consider this your mid-December reminder to take care of yourself now.

Dr. Ver Helst is off today for his annual deer-hunting trip with his daughter, Mari Beth, and his son, Bryce — a traditi...
12/05/2025

Dr. Ver Helst is off today for his annual deer-hunting trip with his daughter, Mari Beth, and his son, Bryce — a tradition that’s been going strong in the Ver Helst family for years. Here’s a throwback from 2013 of MB and Bryce on one of those early trips!

Cold mornings, long hours sitting in the stand, and navigating uneven terrain… hunting season is basically a masterclass in why spinal alignment matters.

Whether you’re out in the timber or just gearing up for a busy holiday season, keeping your body balanced makes everything go a whole lot smoother.

Stay safe out there, hunters — and enjoy the fresh air! 🦌

Bryce Verhelst Mari Beth Ver Helst

Address

4720 Mortensen Road
Ames, IA
50014

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm

Telephone

+15152331866

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