5010 Mills Civic Pkwy #102
West Des Moines, IA 50265
Patient Appreciation Day/Charity Fundraiser We would like to say Thank You to our patients and friends for choosing us to help them lead healthier lives by having a Patient Appreciation Day! On Saturday, December 10th, 2016 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. we will be providing refreshments and providing our existing patients with a complimentary adjustment. […]
If lower back pain is the number one reason people see chiropractors, then headaches are very likely the second biggest reason. Headaches are far too common, however they are never normal. 14.2% of adults have had a severe headache or migraine in the last 3 months (1). Half to three quarters of the adults aged […]
Low back pain is one of the most common condition in this country and the world. Back pain affects 8 out of 10 people at some point during their lives (1). 27.5% of adults have had low back pain in the last 3 months (2). Back pain can last anywhere from a few days to […]
Vitamin D and Your Health If you guessed Vit. D pat yourself on the back or take a bow! That’s right the ‘Sunshine Vitamin’ is especially important this time of year, not that it isn’t important at other times of the year. The reason? If you live anywhere that gets cold you are likely to […]
Thiele Chiropractic & Wellness will be celebrating our Grand Opening July 17th – 19th. Thursday July 17th 11 am – 1 pm: 11 am Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce followed by food and beverages and social hour. Attending the event will get your name in a drawing for great […]
Desk Ergonomics& Exercise A well designed workstation can work in your favor to prevent extra micro-stress that a person with a desk job experiences. Keep moving! Remember movement is a required nutrient for our body. 1. Adjust your chair so that your hips are flexed at between 90 and 120 degrees. If your feet are […]
If you are picking and choosing when (or when not) to buy organic, here are two lists that can make the decisions easier. The Dirty Dozen – **Buy Organic** 1. Apples 2. Celery 3. Sweet Bell Peppers 4. Peaches 5. Strawberries 6. Nectarines – Imported 7. Grapes 8. Spinach 9. Lettuce 10. Cucumbers 11. […]
Dr. Thiele’s Top 5 Health Tips 1.) Eat Food from Mother Earth. Organic, raw, and unprocessed is best. Mostly veggies and fruits. Avoid “food” that is processed, genetically modified, sprayed with chemicals, full of antibiotics and hormones, and grown on nutrient depleted soil. Reduce dairy and grain consumption…yes, even whole grains. Choose grass-fed meat, […]
What are they and what do they do? You may have heard of Omega 3 Fatty Acids (a.k.a. Fish Oils) by now and you may have heard a bit about Omega 6 Fatty Acids, but you might not be clear on what they are and why they are important. Most importantly you might not […]
8 Foods That Food Experts Won’t Eat Food scientists are shedding light on items loaded with toxins and chemicals–and simple swaps for a cleaner diet and supersized health. Experts from different areas of specialty explain why they won’t eat these eight foods. Clean eating means choosing fruits, vegetables, and meats that are raised, grown, and […]