Business Details
Your Trusted Chiropractic & Wellness Center in West Liberty
Active Health Spine & Sport is a dedicated wellness center specializing in chiropractic care, physiotherapy, and integrative health services. Our mission is to help patients reclaim active, pain-free lives through personalized treatment plans and collaborative care. With a team of certified professionals, we combine chiropractic manipulation, functional fitness, and nutritional guidance to address root causes of discomfort. Our approach emphasizes evidence-based practices, including functional movement assessments and corrective exercises, to treat conditions like back pain, sports injuries, and chronic mobility issues. We prioritize patient education, empowering individuals to maintain long-term wellness through lifestyle adjustments and preventive care.Our staff includes licensed chiropractors, massage therapists, and fitness coaches who work together to deliver comprehensive solutions. Located in West Liberty and Solon, Iowa, we serve active individuals of all ages, from athletes to professionals seeking relief from daily physical stressors. Our commitment to quality care is reflected in patient testimonials highlighting rapid recovery, improved mobility, and sustained health improvements. We utilize advanced tools like recovery boots, ultrasound therapy, and myofascial release techniques to enhance treatment outcomes. By fostering a supportive environment, we aim to make wellness accessible and sustainable for every client.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Massage Therapy
Nutritional Counseling
Functional Fitness
Sports Rehabilitation
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized chiropractic treatments tailored to individual mobility goals
- Our integrative team includes certified fitness and nutrition specialists
- Functional movement assessments identify root causes of chronic pain
- Proven track record helping athletes and active professionals recover faster
- Comprehensive care combining spinal adjustments with recovery technology
What people say
Pain-free recovery
Expert functional assessments
Personalized treatment plans
Knowledgeable staff
Improved mobility
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic care at Active Health Spine & Sport addresses musculoskeletal conditions through spinal manipulation and extremity adjustments. Our doctors use functional assessments to identify movement pattern dysfunctions causing pain in areas like the back, neck, shoulders, and knees. Treatment plans integrate corrective exercises, soft tissue therapy, and recovery tools to restore mobility and prevent future injuries. This service helps patients recover from sports injuries, repetitive strain conditions, and chronic pain through non-invasive techniques.
Functional Fitness
Fuerza Functional Fitness programs improve movement quality and prevent injuries through personalized training. Certified coaches develop plans targeting strength, mobility, and endurance using functional movement screens to assess baseline capabilities. Clients participate in small group sessions or one-on-one training focused on proper biomechanics for daily activities and athletic performance. The program includes post-rehabilitation conditioning to safely transition patients back to active lifestyles after injury recovery.
Massage Therapy
Licensed therapists provide targeted massage treatments for pain management and muscle recovery. Techniques include Swedish, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, and cupping to address specific conditions like muscle tension and sports injuries. Sessions focus on improving circulation, reducing inflammation, and restoring range of motion through customized treatment plans. This service complements chiropractic care by preparing muscles for adjustments and accelerating post-treatment healing.
Nutritional Counseling
Personalized nutrition programs address weight management, chronic conditions, and sports performance goals. Certified professionals develop dietary plans combined with lifestyle modifications to treat issues like diabetes, hypertension, and autoimmune disorders. The service includes one-on-one consultations and group programs with ongoing accountability support. Nutritional supplements and functional foods are recommended to complement physical treatments and optimize overall health outcomes.
Sports Rehabilitation
Specialized rehabilitation programs help athletes recover from injuries and improve performance. Certified strength coaches implement functional movement assessments to identify weaknesses contributing to sports-related injuries. Treatment combines chiropractic adjustments, targeted exercises, and recovery technology to accelerate healing while preventing future injuries. Youth and adult athletes receive sport-specific training to restore peak performance levels through evidence-based rehabilitation protocols.
People
Dr. Dana Nelson
Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Dana Nelson specializes in chiropractic care, functional fitness, and nutritional health. With expertise in treating sports injuries and movement pattern dysfunctions, she develops comprehensive treatment plans combining spinal adjustments, corrective exercises, and lifestyle modifications. Her approach focuses on restoring mobility and preventing chronic pain through evidence-based practices.
Anke Fronz
Licensed Massage Therapist
Anke Fronz provides therapeutic massage treatments for pain management and muscle recovery. As a licensed physical therapist assistant with 18 years of integrative medicine experience, she employs techniques like Swedish massage, myofascial release, and deep tissue therapy. Her practice emphasizes mind-body connections in healing chronic pain and improving mobility.
Sharla Becker
Fitness Coach
Sharla Becker offers functional fitness training and nutritional guidance as a certified strength coach. Her background in exercise science and personal training experience helps clients achieve mobility goals through customized workout programs. She specializes in transitioning post-rehabilitation patients back to active lifestyles while emphasizing proper movement mechanics.
Malaya Skidmore
Fitness Coach
Malaya Skidmore delivers personalized fitness training focused on movement quality and injury prevention. With an exercise science degree and ACSM certification, she develops programs improving clients' strength, flexibility, and functional mobility. Her approach combines fitness coaching with wellness education to support long-term health improvements.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat musculoskeletal conditions including back pain, neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, and chronic mobility issues through chiropractic care, massage therapy, and functional fitness programs.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide documentation for out-of-network insurance claims but recommend contacting your provider to verify coverage for chiropractic and wellness services.
What should I wear to appointments?
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement assessments and physical treatments. Athletic attire is recommended for fitness evaluations and massage therapy sessions.
How long are treatment sessions?
Initial chiropractic consultations last 45-60 minutes, with follow-up sessions ranging 15-30 minutes. Fitness training sessions typically run 45-60 minutes based on program requirements.
Can you help with post-surgery rehabilitation?
Yes, our bridge-to-fitness program specializes in transitioning patients from medical recovery to active rehabilitation through doctor-directed fitness plans and movement retraining.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards and offer online payment options for services and wellness products through our secure patient portal system.
