Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractor in Ames, IA
Ver Helst Chiropractic has been dedicated to holistic well-being in Ames, IA since 1988. Founded by Dr. Kurt Ver Helst, our practice combines over 30 years of experience with a commitment to natural healing through chiropractic care. We specialize in addressing back pain, neck pain, headaches, migraines, carpal tunnel, sciatica, and more, prioritizing personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Dr. Ver Helst's journey began with a life-changing baseball injury, which inspired his passion for non-invasive, hands-on care.Our mission is to help patients achieve optimal health by restoring spinal alignment and nervous system function, ensuring long-term wellness. We serve individuals of all ages, from children to seniors, and offer a complimentary consultation for new patients. Our team emphasizes rapid, efficient problem-solving and has earned a trusted reputation through decades of consistent, results-driven care. We believe in living life to the fullest and strive to empower our community with the tools for a healthier, more fulfilling lifestyle.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic Care For Kids
Wellness Care
Back Pain
Neck Pain
Sciatica
Headache Relief
Carpal Tunnel
Pregnancy Care
Vertigo Treatment
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in chiropractic care.
- Our team provides personalized treatment plans for every patient.
- Dr. Kurt Ver Helst is a certified cranial adjustment chiropractor.
- We specialize in rapid, efficient problem-solving for pain relief.
- New patients receive a complimentary consultation to start their wellness journey.
What people say
Always fixes the problem
Amazing chiropractor
Adjusting my whole family
Improved my batting average
Relieved hip pain
Services
Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic care focuses on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders through manual adjustments. By realigning the spine, we alleviate pain, improve mobility, and enhance nervous system function. This non-invasive approach benefits patients with chronic pain, injuries, or wellness goals.
Chiropractic Care For Kids
Pediatric chiropractic care addresses spinal health in children, supporting proper development and nervous system function. Gentle adjustments help with birth trauma, posture issues, and activity-related stress, promoting lifelong wellness from an early age.
Wellness Care
Wellness care emphasizes maintaining spinal health to prevent future issues. Regular adjustments boost immunity, reduce stress, and improve overall vitality, helping patients achieve optimal health even without active symptoms.
Back Pain Treatment
Back pain treatment targets misalignments and muscle tension through targeted adjustments. We address disc injuries, subluxations, and muscular strains, providing lasting relief from chronic or acute back pain without medication or surgery.
Headache Relief
Headache relief focuses on reducing nerve pressure and improving spinal alignment to alleviate migraines and tension headaches. Our approach addresses root causes like neck misalignments, offering sustainable relief without recurring medication use.
People
Dr. Kurt Ver Helst
Owner, Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Kurt Ver Helst founded Ver Helst Chiropractic in 1988 after a baseball injury inspired his career. He graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic and has over 30 years of experience in natural pain relief.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, carpal tunnel, disc injuries, and more through chiropractic adjustments.
Is chiropractic care safe for children?
Yes, we offer gentle pediatric adjustments to address developmental stress and promote healthy nervous system function.
Do you accept insurance?
We recommend contacting our office directly to discuss insurance options and payment plans.
What makes your practice unique?
Dr. Ver Helst's 30+ years of experience and certification in cranial adjustments set us apart in personalized care.
Can chiropractic help with migraines?
Yes, our patients report significant migraine reduction through spinal alignment and nerve pressure relief.
What are your clinic hours?
Monday 8am-6pm, Tuesday 7am-5pm, Wednesday 8am-6pm, Thursday 7am-5pm, closed Friday-Sunday.
