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Professional Chiropractic & Movement Care.

Serving Des Moines since 2007, Dr. Allison Carlson helps youth athletes, active adults, and families recover from injuries, relieve pain, and perform at their best.

Chiropractic Care

Our foundation is expert, hands-on chiropractic adjustments that restore proper alignment, improve nervous system function, and reduce pain. We tailor your care plan to meet your unique needs, whether you’re dealing with sports injuries, chronic pain, or everyday stress and tension.

Low Level Laser Therapy

Our Lightforce Laser Therapy uses light energy to penetrate deep into the tissues, reducing inflammation, relieving pain, and speeding up the healing process. It’s a gentle, drug-free solution that supports cellular repair—perfect for acute injuries, post-surgical recovery, or chronic conditions.

Functional Movement Screen

The Functional Movement Screen is a proven system to evaluate movement patterns, identify weaknesses or imbalances, and reduce the risk of injury. We use it with athletes and active individuals to design corrective exercise programs that enhance strength, mobility, and performance.

Selective Functional Movement Assessment

The SFMA is a clinical tool used to assess and diagnose pain or dysfunction related to poor movement. It helps us get to the root of your issue by breaking down how you move, not just where it hurts—so we can treat the cause, not just the symptoms.

Ready to Move Better?

Don’t let pain or injury hold you back. Schedule your first appointment today and discover personalized care designed to help you heal and perform at your best.

How We Help

Testimonials

★★★★★

"Recently I have struggled with frequent headaches. Not entirely sure as to what is the cause, all I know is that Dr. Carlson and I have come up with a detailed plan of action together. Dr. Carlson is not only professional, but also cares about you as a person. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is experiencing discomfort in any part of their lives. Thank you Dr. Carlson for getting me my life back!"

"Both my husband and I have found relief with Carlson Chiropractic. Allison is a miracle worker at elivates pain. So personable and knowledgeable."

"I officially have the entire family going here. We started with my 16 month old for constant ear infection/drainage issues…we were living at the ENT office but after 2-3 chiro adjustments she’s been clear! After just 1 adjustment she slept through the night and ate a full meal. I then brought my newborn who seemed very stiff and constipated. After 2 adjustments you could see such a difference in his movement and being so much more comfortable and HAPPY. My kids feel great now the parents are signing up it’s made a world of a difference ! Thank you!"