Precision Chiropractic West - West Des Moines

Precision Chiropractic West - West Des Moines Dr. Laurel Griffin
West Des Moines Chiropractor
Atlas Orthogonal Technique
2501 Westown Pkwy. Suite Your spine will be studied in depth.

Your Atlas Orthogonal doctor will perform a series of examinations and X-rays to determine if you are a candidate for Atlas Orthogonal care. The doctor will evaluate the extent of damage to joints, the specific angles of misalignment, and measure the joint surface shapes and angles. These measurements allow the AO doctor to calculate the exact vectors needed to correct your misalignment completely

and gently. The Atlas Orthogonal Percussion Adjusting Instrument uses 6 lbs. of percussive force to perform the adjustment and precisely realign the atlas vertebra within its normal range of motion. This means you will feel no twist, pop, or pain while the adjustment takes place. If the vectors used in the adjustment are correct, pain and irritation in the adjacent structures will be removed almost instantly. After the initial adjustment has been delivered, post X-rays will be taken. These will show the immediate changes made to your spine, including changes made to spinal curves, disc spaces, and alignment of the bones. They also tell the doctor if the adjusting vectors are correct, or if they can be improved upon. You will be shown these results. The stabilizing structures of the neck will never be as strong as they were prior to misalignment. For this reason, the atlas may not hold in place for long periods of time at first. A series of frequent adjustments may be needed in the early stages of care to allow healing and stabilization of the joint. Once the joint has sufficiently healed and stabilized, the atlas will stay in alignment the majority of the time. Frequent adjustments are not needed after healing has taken place. Periodic maintenance examinations by an Atlas Orthogonal chiropractor are necessary to ensure continued alignment and results. Call us at 515-224-1093 or to learn more visit http://precisionchirowest.com/

04/15/2026

Every day, many patients drive several hours to see us. With severe weather season kicking into high gear, please be weather aware and err on the side of caution when planning your trip to see us. We have had some patients take some very scary weather risks in the past. We understand that you value our care, and we are grateful for that! But we value your safety as well. On bad weather days, we will never charge for late cancellations and we will do everything we can to get you rescheduled as soon as possible. Don’t risk driving into a tornado or derecho to get adjusted.
Stay safe everyone! 🙏🏻

Still struggling with severe sciatica after treating your lower back for years? It might be time to look... up. ⬆️Your s...
04/14/2026

Still struggling with severe sciatica after treating your lower back for years? It might be time to look... up. ⬆️

Your spine is a single, connected chain. If your head and upper neck are misaligned, your entire body has to compensate, which twists your framework and often pinches the sciatic nerve in your lower back. Our newest article explains why a top-down approach is often the missing link for lasting sciatica and lower back pain relief.

Leveraging extensive training in advanced biomechanics and over 19 years of clinical experience, we aim to correct these full-spine compensations without any guesswork.

🔗 Tap the link to read why your lower back pain might actually be a neck problem!
Link: https://precisionchirowest.com/severe-sciatica-advanced-biomechanics-lasting-relief/?utm_source=20260414Social

Why does chronic pain take so long to heal? Sometimes, your cells just need a jumpstart. ⚡We know that precise upper cer...
04/07/2026

Why does chronic pain take so long to heal? Sometimes, your cells just need a jumpstart. ⚡

We know that precise upper cervical care removes mechanical pressure on neurovascular structures in the cranio-cervical, or upper cervical, region, but what about the damaged tissues left behind? In today’s post, I discuss how combining advanced structural correction with Red Light Therapy accelerates your body's natural healing process at a cellular level.

As a BCAO doctor serving the Des Moines area since 2007, I know that true recovery requires addressing both the structure and the soft tissue to resolve deep-seated trauma and inflammation faster.

👉 Check out the article to learn more. Link below!
https://precisionchirowest.com/accelerating-cellular-healing-red-light-therapy-upper-cervical-care/?utm_source=20260407FB

When your body has been dealing with chronic pain, inflammation, or a longstanding injury, the healing process can feel agonizingly slow. Learn how combining Red Light Therapy by Celluma with precise Atlas Orthogonal upper cervical care gives your body the environment it needs to recover.

The Non-Surgical Solution for Severe HeadachesChronic migraines can steal your life. But what if the root cause isn't a ...
04/03/2026

The Non-Surgical Solution for Severe Headaches

Chronic migraines can steal your life. But what if the root cause isn't a chemical imbalance or a lack of medication, but a structural problem in your neck?

🧠 So many sufferers try every treatment without relief because a misalignment at the very top of the spine is putting severe pressure on the neurovascular structures in the area. In our new blog post, we break down our precise, instrument-based approach to migraine relief that involves absolutely no twisting, popping, or cracking.

Since starting this practice in 2007, I have focused on advanced biomechanics and complex case management to help patients find lasting relief when other avenues have failed.

🔗 Read the full article below to see if your upper neck is the hidden trigger for your headaches!
https://precisionchirowest.com/no-popping-approach-chronic-migraines-west-des-moines/?utm_source=dock29social

Have you been told your MRI is "clear," but you're still in agonizing pain every single day? 🛑 You aren't crazy, and the...
04/01/2026

Have you been told your MRI is "clear," but you're still in agonizing pain every single day? 🛑 You aren't crazy, and the pain is not in your head.

Standard static imaging often misses ligament injuries that only show up when your body is actually moving. In our latest article, I explain why motion imaging—like our Digital Motion X-Ray (DMX)—is the key to finding the actual source of your chronic neck pain, whiplash, or post-concussion symptoms.

Helping patients with complex cases since 2007, I utilize extensive post-graduate training in head and neck trauma, advanced imaging, advanced biomechanics, risk management, and complex case management to find the source of the problem or patients who have fallen through the cracks. I don't believe in guessing with your health.

👇 Click the link to read why your pain is real, why your MRI might have missed it, and how we find the objective proof you need to start healing.

Your MRI says 'normal' but the pain is real. Digital Motion X-Ray reveals what static imaging misses. Iowa's only DMX center. Schedule your consultation today.

03/14/2026

ATTENTION: OUR EMAIL HAS BEEN HACKED. PLEASE DO NOT OPEN AN EMAIL WITH THE SUBJECT "The Sapphire Evening". WE DID NOT SEND IT!

03/03/2026

Des Moines, IA – Severe migraines and sensitivity was Stacy’s daily reality—a state of complete physical and emotional disregulation where she felt she could no longer work or live. She had hit rock bottom and had zero hope that anything could make a difference.

02/26/2026

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