Clarity Chiropractic

Clarity Chiropractic Empowering the Johnston community by providing CLARITY on your spinal health! We take time to know our patients and understand their unique needs.

Our team is dedicated to providing you with the highest quality of care possible. If you want to learn about the services we have available, please give us a call or visit our website today for more information. We would love to serve you!

01/24/2026

If you’re constantly catching every cold that goes around, dealing with chronic sinus infections, or watching your kids stay sick all winter - that’s not normal.
That’s not “just how it is during certain seasons”.
That’s your immune system asking for help.

And unfortunately, while many people are looking for a quick fix, the immune system doesn’t run on vitamins and hand-washing alone.
It’s controlled by your nervous system.

Every immune response in your body - white blood cell production, inflammation regulation, antibody creation, pathogen recognition - is coordinated through your nervous system. When there’s interference in that communication (from imbalances, chronic stress, nervous system dysregulation), your immune system can’t function at full capacity.

This is why some people stay healthy all year while others are constantly sick despite doing “all the right things.” It’s not just genetics or luck. It’s nervous system function.

Chiropractic care supports immune function by removing spinal interference that blocks nerve communication to immune organs, helping your body shift out of chronic stress mode (which suppresses immunity), improving the communication between your brain and immune system, and supporting your body’s natural ability to identify and fight pathogens.

We see this constantly: families who start chiropractic care suddenly stop getting sick as often. Kids who missed school constantly are suddenly healthy all winter. Adults who battled chronic infections finally break the cycle.
Not because chiropractic “boosts immunity” - because we remove the interference blocking your immune system from doing what it’s designed to do.

Your body knows how to protect itself. Sometimes it just needs the nervous system support to actually function properly.

Brain fog? It's not just you. It's your nervous system. 🧠If you're walking into rooms and forgetting why, struggling to ...
01/23/2026

Brain fog? It's not just you. It's your nervous system. 🧠

If you're walking into rooms and forgetting why, struggling to focus on simple tasks, feeling like you're thinking through mud, constantly losing your train of thought, or just feeling mentally "off" - that's not normal aging or just being busy.

That's brain fog. And it's a nervous system issue.

Mental clarity is a byproduct of nervous system health. When your nervous system is dysregulated, your brain doesn't get the clear signals it needs to function optimally.

Did you know that the first bone in your neck (C1) sits right where your brainstem is?
Your vagus nerve runs past it.

When C1 is imbalanced - from stress, poor posture, old injuries, or just life - it creates interference in the signals between your brain and body.

That interference shows up as brain fog, difficulty concentrating, memory issues, slow processing, and mental fatigue.

Chiropractic adjustments - especially to the upper cervical spine - remove that interference.

When your body is in a state of ease, vagal tone allows the body to function properly, blood flow to the brain improves, nerve signals transmit clearly, inflammation decreases, and your brain can actually do its job.

We see this all the time: people who've been living in a fog for months (or years) suddenly have clarity again after a few adjustments. Not because we "fixed their brain."

Because we removed the interference blocking their nervous system from supporting cognitive function.

You don't have to accept brain fog as your new normal.

New year, postpartum mama. Your body still deserves support. 🌿Everyone's talking about fresh starts and new goals in Jan...
01/22/2026

New year, postpartum mama. Your body still deserves support. 🌿

Everyone's talking about fresh starts and new goals in January. But if you're postpartum - whether you're 6 weeks out or 6 years out - you might be feeling forgotten.

The world expects you to "bounce back."
To have it all together.
To be fine by now.

But here's the truth nobody's saying: postpartum doesn't have a timeline. Your body went through massive transformation - pregnancy, labor, birth, the immediate postpartum period, and now the ongoing reality of motherhood.
That's not something you just "recover from" in 6 weeks.
Your nervous system is still adjusting.
Your body is still healing.
Your hormones are still regulating.
And that "new year, new you" pressure?
It's not for postpartum mamas who are already doing the hardest work there is.

What you need isn't another goal or resolution.
It's support.

Chiropractic care supports your nervous system through the postpartum transition - whether that's 2 months or 2 years. We help with the physical recovery (balancing your pelvis and spine after pregnancy and birth, addressing "new mom posture" from constant holding and feeding, releasing tension that's making everything harder). And we support the emotional regulation piece (your nervous system controls your stress response, your ability to handle overwhelm, your mood stability).

When your nervous system is supported, everything gets a little easier.
Sleep improves (even with interrupted nights).
Physical pain decreases. Emotional resilience increases.

You feel more like yourself - not the "old you," but the grounded, capable version of you that exists right now.

You're not forgotten, mama.
We see you.
We see how hard you're working.
We see that your body still needs support - and that's not weakness, that's biology.

You deserve nervous system care that meets you where you are - in the beautiful, messy, exhausting reality of postpartum motherhood.

You're not behind.
You're not failing.
You're exactly where you need to be. And we're here to support you. 💚

Link in bio if you need this support.

🤍 Grateful for Our Incredible Community 🤍We are so thankful for the generosity of our patients and community who partici...
01/17/2026

🤍 Grateful for Our Incredible Community 🤍

We are so thankful for the generosity of our patients and community who participated in our recent food drive in support of the Food Bank of Iowa. Because of you, we were able to donate a selection of food stuffs along with $404.26 in monetary donations to help support families in need right here in our state.

Acts of kindness like this remind us that health is about more than the body—it’s about caring for one another and lifting up our community. We’re honored to serve such thoughtful, giving patients and to be part of something bigger than ourselves.

Thank you to everyone who donated and helped make a difference. Your support truly matters. 🤍

Meet The Team!Dr. Nicole Shabino is a family-focused prenatal and pediatric chiropractor based in Johnston Iowa, serving...
01/16/2026

Meet The Team!

Dr. Nicole Shabino is a family-focused prenatal and pediatric chiropractor based in Johnston Iowa, serving families with gentle, neurologically-based care. Her journey into chiropractic began in high school, when she experienced lasting relief from chronic middle-back pain—a transformative experience that led her to pursue her Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, after completing her undergraduate studies at Simpson College in Indianola Iowa.

Dr. Nicole Shabino has completed over 200 hours of advanced training through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and is certified in the Webster Technique, which supports optimal fetal positioning by reducing pelvic tension. She specializes in prenatal chiropractic care, pediatric chiropractic adjustments, and holistic wellness for growing families.

Outside of her chiropractic office, Dr. Shabino is a mom of three energetic boys. She enjoys staying active outdoors, tackling home renovation projects with her husband Ryan Shabino, strength training, and attending live music events. Her real-life experience as a parent inspires her warm, empathetic approach to care—creating a welcoming environment for families seeking natural, drug-free healthcare.

Running on empty? Your nervous system might be stuck in overdrive. ⚡If you're surviving on coffee, constantly exhausted ...
01/15/2026

Running on empty? Your nervous system might be stuck in overdrive. ⚡

If you're surviving on coffee, constantly exhausted despite "enough" sleep, crashing hard in the afternoons, or feeling like you have zero capacity for life - you don't have an energy problem. You have a nervous system problem.

Chronic fatigue isn't about needing more B vitamins or better time management. It's about a nervous system that's been running in overdrive for so long that it's completely depleted.

When you're stuck in chronic stress (sympathetic dominance), your body is constantly producing cortisol and adrenaline to keep you going.
Eventually, that system burns out.
You hit a wall.
And no amount of caffeine or "pushing through" will restore real, sustainable energy.

Here's what your nervous system needs to produce sustainable energy: Clear communication between your brain and body (so resources are allocated properly), the ability to shift between stress and rest (not stuck in one mode), proper sleep quality (when your body actually repairs and recharges), and reduced inflammation (chronic inflammation is exhausting).

Chiropractic care addresses all of this by removing spinal interference that blocks nerve signals, supporting your nervous system's ability to regulate stress and recovery, improving sleep quality so you actually recharge overnight, and reducing the physical tension that drains your energy reserves.

Real energy isn't about stimulants. It's about a nervous system that functions efficiently.

Tag someone who needs more energy this year 👇

🤍 TODAY is Patient Appreciation Day at Clarity Chiropractic & Hyperbarics! 🤍📅 Wednesday, January 14thToday is all about ...
01/14/2026

🤍 TODAY is Patient Appreciation Day at Clarity Chiropractic & Hyperbarics! 🤍
📅 Wednesday, January 14th

Today is all about celebrating you and the incredible community that trusts us with their care. We’re so grateful—and we’re showing it with giveaways, special offers, and a full day of appreciation!

🎟️ RAFFLE GIVEAWAYS TODAY:
🥩 Grass-fed, grass-finished ground beef
🧠FREE hyperbaric oxygen therapy sessions
🍯 Local Raw Honey

🎁 Every guest receives a FREE LMNT (while supplies last)

✨ $14 NEW PATIENT APPOINTMENTS — TODAY ONLY ✨
New patients receive a complete:
✔️ Consultation
✔️ Exam
✔️ Neurologic scans
✔️ Any necessary X-rays

👉 You don’t need to be a current patient—so if you’ve been curious or know someone who has, today is the perfect day to come in.

🍎 Free snacks & drinks available throughout the day
🎟️ Raffle entries earned with appointments, HBOT sessions, or supplement purchases

Thank you for allowing us to be part of your health journey. We can’t wait to celebrate with you today!

💬 Message us now to schedule your $14 new patient appointment or stop by and join the fun.

Want better sleep in 2026? Start with your nervous system. 😴If you're lying awake at 2 am with a racing mind, struggling...
01/13/2026

Want better sleep in 2026? Start with your nervous system. 😴

If you're lying awake at 2 am with a racing mind, struggling to fall asleep, or waking up exhausted no matter how many hours you get - that's not a sleep problem. That's a nervous system problem.

Your ability to sleep isn't about how dark your room is or what supplements you take (though those can help). It's about whether your nervous system can shift from sympathetic (fight-or-flight) to parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) mode.

When your nervous system is stuck in survival mode - which happens with chronic stress, spinal misalignments, and accumulated tension - your body literally can't access the deep, restorative sleep it needs.

Here's what actually happens: Your brain keeps scanning for threats.
Your muscles stay tense.
Your stress hormones remain elevated.
Your heart rate stays high.
And no amount of melatonin can override a dysregulated nervous system.

Chiropractic adjustments remove interference in your spine that's keeping your nervous system in high alert.

When those pathways are clear, your body can finally do what it's designed to do: shift into rest mode when it's time to sleep.

We see it constantly in practice - people who've struggled with sleep for years finally sleeping through the night after consistent adjustments. Not because we "fixed their sleep." Because we supported their nervous system so their body could regulate naturally.

Pair that with good sleep hygiene (cool room, dark space, consistent schedule, no screens before bed) and you have real rest - not just unconsciousness.

Swipe through to learn how your nervous system controls your sleep 👉
Drop 😴 if better sleep is your 2026 goal - we can help. 💚

You can't avoid stress in 2026. But you CAN build resilience. 💪Let's be real - no amount of meditation, boundary-setting...
01/12/2026

You can't avoid stress in 2026. But you CAN build resilience. 💪

Let's be real - no amount of meditation, boundary-setting, or "self-care Sundays" is going to eliminate stress from your life. Work deadlines, parenting challenges, financial pressure, relationship dynamics - they're not going anywhere.

So the question isn't "how do I avoid stress?" The question is "how do I build a nervous system that can handle it?"

Because resilience isn't a mindset. It's a nervous system function.

When your nervous system is regulated, stress looks different. The same situation that would've sent you spiraling last year feels manageable. You bounce back faster. You don't carry tension for days. Your body knows how to return to baseline after a stressful event.

That's resilience. And it's trainable.

Chiropractic care with our Johnston, Iowa Chiropractors builds stress tolerance by removing interference in your nervous system, improving your vagal tone (your body's ability to calm down), and literally increasing your capacity to handle life's inevitable challenges.

Think of it like building muscle - except you're building nervous system resilience. The more consistently you support it, the stronger it gets.
You can't control what 2026 throws at you. But you can control how equipped your nervous system is to handle it.

Let's build your resilience this year. Link in bio to get started. 🔥

Not all health goals are created equal. Some your nervous system will support - others will sabotage. 🌿Here's the truth ...
01/11/2026

Not all health goals are created equal. Some your nervous system will support - others will sabotage. 🌿

Here's the truth about 2026 goal-setting: you can set any goal you want, but if your nervous system can't support it, you're setting yourself up for frustration.

The goals that actually work? The ones that support nervous system regulation.

5 Health Goals Your Nervous System Will Actually Support:
1. Better Sleep
When you prioritize sleep, your nervous system gets the rest and repair time it desperately needs. Quality sleep = better stress resilience, clearer thinking, improved mood, sustainable energy.

2. Consistent Movement
Not punishing workouts - movement that feels good. Walking, stretching, dancing, playing with your kids. Movement helps discharge stress and regulate your nervous system naturally.

3. Stress Management
This isn't "avoid all stress" (impossible). It's building tools to manage and recover from stress - breathwork, boundaries, nervous system resets, asking for help.

4. Nourishing Food
Not restrictive diets. Real food that supports your body's ability to regulate inflammation, blood sugar, and energy. Food as fuel, not punishment or reward.

5. Regular Chiropractic Care
Consistent nervous system support that removes interference, improves communication between brain and body, and gives you the foundation to actually achieve goals 1-4.

Notice what's NOT on this list? Extreme diets. Intense workout programs you'll hate. Expensive biohacks.
Unsustainable routines.

Because sustainable health isn't about doing MORE. It's about supporting your nervous system so your body can function the way it's designed to.

Which goal are you focusing on first? Drop it in the comments 👇

✨ Your body was made to move — not to burn out. ✨Movement isn’t about pushing harder or doing more. It’s about supportin...
01/10/2026

✨ Your body was made to move — not to burn out. ✨

Movement isn’t about pushing harder or doing more. It’s about supporting your body in a way that feels sustainable, intentional, and aligned with how you’re actually built.

If you’re trying to “get back into movement” without burning out, start here:
🌿 Move gently and consistently, not aggressively
🌿 Focus on quality over intensity
🌿 Support your nervous system first — stress and tension limit movement more than lack of effort
🌿 Listen to your body instead of forcing it

When your spine and nervous system are functioning well, movement becomes easier, more efficient, and something your body actually craves — not resists.

At Clarity Chiropractic, we help restore balance so your body can move the way it was designed to move — with ease, stability, and confidence.

💬 Ready to move again without the burnout? We’re here to help.

January is the perfect time for your family's first adjustment. Here's why. 💚The holidays are over. The chaos has settle...
01/09/2026

January is the perfect time for your family's first adjustment. Here's why. 💚

The holidays are over. The chaos has settled (mostly). Your family is trying to get back into routines.

And right now - before the year picks up speed again - is the ideal time to set the foundation for your family's health in 2026.

Here's what your family's nervous systems just went through:
Holiday stress aftermath.
Late nights.
Sugar overload.
Travel.
Schedule disruptions.
Overstimulation.
Family dynamics.
Less sleep.
More screen time.
Different food.
Changed routines.

For adults, this shows up as exhaustion, brain fog, digestive issues, tension headaches, and feeling completely depleted.

For kids, this shows up as meltdowns, sleep regression, behavioral challenges, getting sick constantly, and difficulty transitioning back to school.

None of this is "just the holidays." It's nervous system dysregulation.

And January is when we get to reset.

Why your family needs adjustments right now:

✨ Get kids regulated - After weeks of disrupted schedules, their nervous systems need support to handle school routines, focus, emotional regulation, and sleep again

✨ Set the foundation - Starting the year with regulated nervous systems means your family has capacity for whatever 2025 brings - instead of starting already depleted

✨ Family wellness goals - If you're setting health goals for your family this year, start with the foundation: nervous system support for everyone.

This isn't just "getting adjusted because it's a new year." This is strategically supporting your family's nervous systems at a critical transition point - so you can all thrive instead of just survive 2026.

We help whole families - from newborns to grandparents - find regulation, ease, and sustainable health through nervous system-focused chiropractic care.

Ready to give your family a fresh start? Book your family's appointments now - January fills up fast. Link in bio. 💚

Let's make 2026 your family's healthiest year yet - starting with the nervous system.

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5525 Merle Hay Road, Suite 165
Johnston, IA
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