Here at Capital Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center, we think of health the same way as the World Health Organization. The WHO says, “Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” To bring to life this multi-faceted, whole-person approach to health and wellbeing, we have made space for art …
Chris LoRang Treats Athletes at Crossfit MAT Games Competition
From 8 am until 7 pm on Saturday, Crossfit athletes from across the Midwest competed in the first annual MAT Games at Hy-Vee Hall in Des Moines, hosted by the gym Crossfit 8035. Whether or not you recognize Crossfit terms like WOD, snatch, clean, jerk, pistol, or abbreviations like T2B, K2B, or DU, there was no doubting that the MAT …
Capital Chiropractic Treats Runners at the Des Moines Marathon
Active Release Technique for Runners’ Legs Dr. Chris LoRang treated many sore, tight, and cramped leg muscles at Sunday’s Des Moines Marathon. With Active Release Technique (ART), a soft tissue therapy for athletes, Dr. LoRang targeted runners’ pain points to help get them on their feet again after their 5K, relay, half, or full marathon. Supporting Des Moines Runners Capital …
6 Tips for Endurance Runners: Before, During, and After Your Run
If you’re gearing up for the Des Moines Marathon, Des Moines Half Marathon, an Ironman, triathlon, road race, or relay, consider these six tips for using nutrition and specific exercises for before, during, and after your run to help ensure your peak performance and fast recovery. 1. Focus on warm-ups over stretching. Stretching before a run was once believed to …
Perform at Your Best: Plantar Fasciitis Risks, Prevention, & Treatment
About Plantar Fasciitis Plantar Fasciitis is a heel condition characterized by pain on the base and middle side of the heel, especially upon the first steps of the day. With stretching, the pain typically lessens. Plantar fasciitis is not genetic. Rather, it is caused by dysfunctions in the way the body moves. Specifically, a lack of ankle dorsiflexion, or a …
Dr. LoRang Treats Triathletes with Graston and ART at the Hy-Vee Triathlon
Thousands of participants converged on Gray’s Lake on Sunday for the 2013 Hy-Vee Triathlon in Des Moines. The beautifully orchestrated event unfolded over the morning and early afternoon with athletes from all over the world, on what turned out to be a gorgeous September day. Graston and ART for Athlete Rehabilitation Dr. LoRang was on hand near the rehab station at …
Dr. LoRang at 2013 Drake Relays Road Race
April 28, 2013, was a beautiful day for the Hy-Vee Road Races at the Drake Relays. Dr. LoRang was on hand, treating runners achy legs and sore backs with soft tissue treatments like DNS, McKenzie, ART, and Graston.
Dr. LoRang at National Roller Derby Playoffs in Des Moines
The track may have been flat, but the competition was brutal at this year’s WTFDA D2 Playoffs in Des Moines. This year marks the first time the WTFDA D2 Playoffs were hosted in Des Moines and Dr. Chris LoRang was proud be a part it by facilitating functional performance with Capital Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Center.
Captial Chiropractic at 2013 East Village Criterium
Dr. Chris LoRang was on hand at this year’s East Village Criterium, providing soft tissue treatments for participating cyclists. The picturesque backdrop of the Capitol building combined with the incredible showing from Iowa athletes made for a stellar event.
Capital Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Center Ribbon Cutting
Capital Chiropractic’s ribbon cutting on August 6th opened the business officially in Des Moines’ East Village. Strong Des Moines Support The event featured welcome addresses from Downtown Chamber President Kevin Tiernan, West Side Chamber President Jean Jones, and East and South Side Chamber President Lisa Baker, who also presented a first dollar plaque. Now In Pursuit of Your Best Life Dr. …