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Recent articles and videos from our blog

Ankle Mobility

Ankle Mobility

How to Improve Ankle Dorsiflexion for Better Running, Squatting and Lifting

Oct 26, 2026
When people think about running form or squat depth, they usually look at the hips, knees or back. But the problem can start lower down, at the ankle. Limited ankle mobility, and ankle dorsiflexion in particular, is...
Foam Roll

Foam Roll

Benefits, Techniques, and How to Do It Correctly

Oct 12, 2026
A foam roll is one of the simplest, most affordable recovery tools you can own, but most people only use it one way — and that's only half the story. At Shaw Spine & Sport in Des Moines, IA, we consider the foam...
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee)

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee)

Why It Happens and How to Fix It

Sep 28, 2026
If you've ever felt a dull ache around or under your kneecap, or noticed your knee barking at you on the stairs, you're dealing with one of the most common complaints we see in our office: patellofemoral pain...
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Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization:

The Core of Our Rehabilitation Process
Abel Shaw
May 15, 2026
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How a Chiropractor Can Help With Back Pain (And Why the Cause Matters)

Back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit a chiropractor, but it's also one of the most...
Abel Shaw
May 11, 2026
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Pickleball Injuries

The Most Common and How to Help Prevent Them
Abel Shaw
April 27, 2026
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How Dry Needling Helps Athletes Recover from Overuse Injuries

If you're an athlete or active person dealing with a nagging injury that doesn't seem to get better no matter how...
April 13, 2026
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When Shockwave Therapy Makes Sense for Plantar Fasciitis

Heel pain can be frustrating, especially when it keeps showing up with your first steps in the morning, after...
Abel Shaw
March 30, 2026
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What 3D Gait Analysis Tells You That a Basic Exam Doesn’t

If you’re a runner dealing with pain, trying to prevent injury, or simply wanting to run more efficiently, an exam...
Abel Shaw
March 16, 2026
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Desk Ergonomics

How to Set Up Your Workstation to Reduce Neck, Back, and Wrist Pain
Dr. Ryan Donahue
March 4, 2026
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Instrumented-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)

How it Helps With Scar Tissue, Stiffness, and Recovery
Abel Shaw
January 26, 2026
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Disc Injuries Explained

What They Are and How We Can Support Your Recovery
Abel Shaw
January 12, 2026
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Heat vs. Ice

Which Therapy is Best for Your Recovery?
Abel Shaw
December 29, 2025
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  • Shaw Spine & Sport

    2555 Berkshire Pkwy Clive, IA 50325 United States
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  • Conditions We Treat
    • Conditions
    • Neck Pain
    • Shoulder Pain
    • Low Back Pain
    • Soft Tissue Injuries
    • Sciatica
    • Knee Pain
    • Foot and Ankle Pain
    • Elbow Pain
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Our Services
    • Services
    • Chiropractic Adjusting and Mobilization
    • Active Release Technique (ART)
    • Intsrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)
    • Exercise and Rehabilitation
    • 3D Running Gait Analysis
    • Trigger Point Dry Needling
    • Shockwave Therapy
    • Class IV Cold Laser Therapy
  • Patients
    • Your First Visit
    • Insurance and Payment
    • More Frequently Asked Questions
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    • Meet The Team
    • Patient Reviews
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