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Class IV Cold Laser Therapy

Class IV Cold Laser Therapy

A Powerful, Natural Way to Relieve Pain and Speed Healing

Nov 17, 2025
At Shaw Spine & Sport, we pride ourselves on providing cutting-edge, holistic treatments that support the body’s natural ability to heal. One of the most effective tools we use in every one of our top-rated...
How to Choose the Right Pillow for Neck Pain

How to Choose the Right Pillow for Neck Pain

Nov 3, 2025
Waking up with neck pain or stiffness? Your pillow might be the cause. The right pillow helps support your spine and reduce tension while you sleep. At Shaw Spine & Sport, we see many patients whose morning neck...
Marathon Recovery: How Long Should You Rest After a Race?

Marathon Recovery: How Long Should You Rest After a Race?

Oct 19, 2025
It’s marathon season! We’ve been cheering on so many of you through races like Twin Cities, Chicago, and of course Des Moines. Congratulations to everyone who’s finished, and good luck to those racing in the coming...
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Love Your Spine This February

February is the month of love, so why not show your spine some extra attention! Your spine is your body’s central...
Abel Shaw
February 1, 2023
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Prevent Winter Injuries

The colder months of winter have begun, which brings a new set of challenges to prepare yourself for, so you can...
Abel Shaw
January 16, 2023
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Tips for Keeping Your New Year’s Resolutions

It’s the start of a new year, and you’re eager to hit your resolutions for 2023. While this is a great time to take...
Abel Shaw
January 4, 2023
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Top Advice for Selecting Your Next Mattress

Have you ever woken up with a sore back or neck? It could be from your mattress. If you want to upgrade your...
Abel Shaw
December 12, 2022
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Des Moines Area Health Focus

Dr. Zac Watkins
Olivia Whitlow
October 3, 2022
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Keep Joints Healthy with These 7 Tips

Most people don’t give much thought to their joints until they start to notice symptoms of wear, but prevention is...
Abel Shaw
September 5, 2022
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Des Moines Area Health Focus

with Dr. Shannon Bauman
Olivia Whitlow
August 23, 2022
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Healthy Back to School Tips

With school just around the corner, students will be back in the classroom shortly. The beginning of a new school...
Abel Shaw
August 8, 2022
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Is This Causing Your Hand Pain?

Is This Causing Your Hand Pain? Pain In the hands can be caused by multiple different factors. Trauma, genetics,...
Ryan Donahue
June 29, 2022
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Diagnosing the Cause of Your Leg Pain

Irritation to the sciatic nerve can happen due to a traumatic injury or as the result of repetitiveuse. Before...
Abel Shaw
May 18, 2022