Compass Chiropractic August, 2008 E-Newsletter

Compass Chiropractic is now a provider for United Healthcare!

Plans include United Healthcare, Definity, UnitedHealthcare of the River Valley, Great-West Healthcare, Golden Rule, MedRisk, Universal SmartComp, GE Wellness Plan, Health Allies, Medical Resource, and Reserve National Insurance Company.  Call our office with your insurance information and we'll be happy to check on your in-network benefits for chiropractic and ART care.

Compass Chiropractic Fights Identity Theft

We all know someone whose identity: "great parent", "loving spouse", "strong worker", or "forever-youthful athlete" has been stolen away and replaced with a new one: "headache sufferer", "low back pain victim", "carpal tunnel hostage", or "injured-shoulder drain on society". They have resigned themselves to their fate and feel no hope of having their original identity restored.

At Compass Chiropractic we fight identity theft daily. Patients are amazed when an incredibly thorough examination rapidly apprehends the causes of their condition - the figurative identity thieves. A plan is formed to correct each cause with the most advanced non-surgical, non-drug, condition-resolving treatments available.

For dysfunctional joints (132 joints in the spine alone) which often cause back pain, neck pain, headaches, and sciatica (pain down the leg) specific hands-on or instrument-assisted adjustments are used to restore normal motion and joint function . Patented, highly effective Active Release Techniques address scar tissue and nerve irritation which cause conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, shoulder pain, plantar fasciitis, and tennis elbow. Problem-specific exercises and stretches address the muscular causes of chronic low back pain and shoulder instability. Recommended off-the-shelf or custom orthotics address dysfunctional foot arches and resulting joint stress which cause foot, knee, hip, and low back pain.

We are pleased to say we frequently win the fight against identity theft. If you know someone whose identity has been stolen, please direct them to the identity theft experts at Compass Chiropractic.

A Story of Exceeded Expectations

July 25, 2008

I have been having problems with shin splints since summer, 2007.  I run cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track for my college and they had tried electric stim, ultrasound, ice, and many other things that didn't really help.  I took some time off and started running again at the start of summer, 2008.  I could still feel some pain when I ran.  David suggested the Active Release treatment he offers and after my first visit I felt the difference.  I have been getting it done once a week and it seems to be working!

(Dr. Krohse) explains everything very well and in my experience chiropractic work has really helped me.

Elyse

Indiana Wesleyan Cross Country/Track Athlete

 Condition of the Month – Back Pain

Sooner or later an amazing 8 out of every 10 people in the Des Moines area will suffer through an incapacitating attack of low back pain. Of people who suffer with back pain for two weeks or longer, 40 percent will end up seeing a chiropractor. Studies have shown that the decision to see a chiropractor is wise. The US Agency for Health Care Policy and Research recently appointed a panel of medical experts who reviewed some 3,900 studies on care for acute low back pain. The panel rejected bedrest, surgery (except rare cases), injections into the back, and all oral prescription drugs (such as antidepressants or steroids). In contrast, they found that spinal manipulation, which usually is performed by a chiropractor, "can be helpful for patients with acute low back problems." For pain, they found over-the-counter medications (aspirin, etc.) worked as well as prescriptions but with fewer side effects.

At Compass Chiropractic in Clive on the west side of Des Moines, effective treatment begins with the most thorough exam in order to determine all the causes of the problem. Spinal adjustments are used to restore proper function to injured or dysfunctional joints. Dr. Krohse has acquired the training and special equipment to provide flexion distraction adjustments, which stretch out the structures of the low back and are especially effective at reducing sciatica (low back pain with pain down the leg). Scar tissue and muscle adhesions will be addressed with ART. Other therapies such as massage, electric stimulation, and ultrasound will be used as needed to reduce the pain of a new back injury. Rehabilitative exercises and stretches will be recommended as needed to keep patients stable for the long term.

Thank You!

Compass Chiropractic raised $635 during the Variety Fundraiser.  Thank you to all who participated by donating funds to this great local community organization.

Calendar

Every Wednesday, 6 PM – How to Stay Young the First 100 Years, 25 Minutes to Health – Spinal Care Class

1st Tues each Month – Kid's Day – Children under 13 receive ANY needed services (exams, adjustments, ART) at no charge

2nd Tues each Month – Athletes Day – Athletes any age bring a team picture or action picture and receive 1st day services (exam and any needed X-rays) at no charge

Thurs, Aug 14; 6:00 – Free health talk – Combatting Computer Posture, Compass Chiropractic, Reservations required.  $10 suggested donation to Variety of Iowa.

Thurs, Aug 21; 6:00 – Free health talk – Advanced Nonsurgical Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment, Compass Chiropractic, Reservations required.

Thurs, Aug 28; 6:00 – Free health talk – Exercises for a Healthy Back, Compass Chiropractic, Reservations required.

Highly Recommended Professionals

Lorie Bruck – Triplett Companies – www.tripletts.com – 515.331.6171

Joseph F. Wallace – Abendroth and Russel, P.C. - www.arpclaw.com - 515.278.0623

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