The Atlas Orthogonal Percussion Adjusting Instrument uses 6 lbs. of percussive force to perform the adjustment and precisely realign the atlas vertebra within its normal range of motion. This means you will feel no twist, pop, or pain while the adjustment takes place. This is a very safe approach that has proven to make life changing improvements in some of the most complex cases - most of which had found no relief from general chiropractic, physical therapy, or meds.Check out this blog post written by Chris Centeno, MD on a complex case we co-manage.
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President - Elect and member of multiple committees at Timber Ridge Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization, Johnston, IA. Dr. Laurel Griffin was born and raised in Clinton, IA. She turned down various job offers throughout the country in order to return home to Iowa to start her practice. Dr. Griffin chose the Des Moines area because of its opportunity, comfort, friendliness, and vibrancy. She is a member of the oldest chiropractic organization in the world, Sigma Phi Chi Professional Chiropractic Sorority.
Amazing recovery from fibromyalgia, chronic migraines, social anxiety, memory problems, fatigue and more. My shoulders burn and ache to no end. Often they seem to "catch" as I turn my head; my neck usually does the same. My lower back burns and pops, aching as I sit in the car or walk down the hallway at school.
We value our patients' experience at Precision Chiropractic West. If you are currently a patient at our office, please feel free to complete the following Client Experience Questionnaire. The Questionnaire is in Adobe Acrobat format, and requires the free Acrobat Reader to view. Please keep in mind that the testimonials shown below are from actual patients in this office, and reflect Atlas Orthogonal procedures and results. This type of review may not be an accurate review of results achieved by other chiropractic disciplines.
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Reviews (14)
Jennifer Ready
Jun 14, 2022
Dr Laurel literally saved my life. My life was just treating pain with meds from my neurologist and I was on disability. I hadn't felt human contact in 2 years and spent a lot of time in a wheelchair due to not being able to walk very well alone. After just one adjustment I was walking upright for the first time in 2 years and felt my mother's touch for the first time.
I actually felt the texture of where I was standing. A LOT of crying years of joy happened! I would DEFINITELY recommend seeing her. I'm actually even considering finding a job!
I actually felt the texture of where I was standing. A LOT of crying years of joy happened! I would DEFINITELY recommend seeing her. I'm actually even considering finding a job!
Fiona Roberts
Jan 02, 2021
If you have chronic symptoms and skeptical of chiropractic, I strongly encourage you to put that aside at least once and give this gentle yet effective method a try. I have been seeing Dr. Griffin for a few weeks now and it has changed my life. I've been seeing many chiropractors throughout the last years after a big surgery for ovarian cancer due to chronic back pain.
I switched to Dr. Griffin and noticed an immediate difference in the adjustment. I no longer have the back pain. This gentle form of chiropractic is fantastic! I couldn't be more grateful.
I switched to Dr. Griffin and noticed an immediate difference in the adjustment. I no longer have the back pain. This gentle form of chiropractic is fantastic! I couldn't be more grateful.
Adam Toyama
Aug 19, 2020
I suffered from low back pain at a young age, 30s. I was healthy and very active. I had been dealing with it for around 7 years. I tried the regular adjustments at other chiropractic offices and other exercises/stretches to no avail. I avoided epidural injections because I wanted the root issue fixed not a cover-up of symptoms. I self-diagnosed myself with leg length discrepancy. Im in the medical field and besides, it was obvious.
That led me to atlas adjustments. Thats how I found Precision Chiropractic West and Dr. Laurel Griffin. After a few months of adjustments I had some relief but not the complete relief I was looking for. I could see that my legs were similar in length now. I relocated due to my job. I kept up with stretching and the adjustments to my hips that I could do on my own despite moving away from the area.
A few moths later I had complete relief to my surprise. The years of misalignment took longer than expected to bring the results but looking back that should've been expected. Im still without pain 3 years later. I never told Dr. Griffin about the results after I moved. Thank you Dr. Griffin!
That led me to atlas adjustments. Thats how I found Precision Chiropractic West and Dr. Laurel Griffin. After a few months of adjustments I had some relief but not the complete relief I was looking for. I could see that my legs were similar in length now. I relocated due to my job. I kept up with stretching and the adjustments to my hips that I could do on my own despite moving away from the area.
A few moths later I had complete relief to my surprise. The years of misalignment took longer than expected to bring the results but looking back that should've been expected. Im still without pain 3 years later. I never told Dr. Griffin about the results after I moved. Thank you Dr. Griffin!
K. Jensen
May 28, 2020
Dr. Laurel is amazing. She is passionate about her work as well as helping her patients. I went for a visit from a recommendation because of my migraines. It has been life changing for me. I no longer have daily headaches either. I had taken several different migraine medicines and nothing touched it. If you suffer from migraines, I encourage you to visit Dr. Laurel.
Nick
Oct 21, 2018
While she is extremely good at what she does, she does not take insurance so the average person can not afford to go see here. Yes you can submit a claim to your insurance company but if it is accepted it will go against your deductible and with those being high for everyone you will not get any refund. I suffer from neck pain and headaches and would love to see her but can't afford it due to her not accepting insurance.
If she truly cared to help people she would work with the insurance company's and go In network so she could treat more people but like everything else it's just about the money.
If she truly cared to help people she would work with the insurance company's and go In network so she could treat more people but like everything else it's just about the money.
Richard Goodrich
Aug 26, 2017
I have been to many Chiropractors over the years, but since finding Dr. Laurel (I was her 13th new patient) I haven't even thought of looking any more. She fixes my problems, without any cracking or popping, and her adjustments last longer than any of the others! I have and will continue to recommend her.
Debra Pavlovic D. C.
Oct 19, 2016
I have known Dr Laurel for over 10 years. She is very passionate about her work and her patients. The technique she uses is extremely specific and extremely low force. My migraine headaches that I suffered for 25 years were gone using this technique. I highly recommend this Doctor, if you are looking for one of the Best Doctors in the World!
N. Brett Zemba
Aug 12, 2016
Dr Laurel has tremendous passion for her work. She strives to deliver the highest quality of care for her clients. She is one of a few hundred doctors in the world board certified to perform the Atlas Orthogonal technique. Without doubt I'd recommend Dr Laurel to treat the most advanced spinal cases.
Andrey Alferov
Jun 26, 2016
Been visiting Dr. Laurel Griffin for several years now, lower back and shoulder pain was gone while I still was on a 3 month treatment plan. Being active and lifting heavy regularly always impacts my spine but once a month visit puts me back on track. I've never tried traditional chiropractor but I'm totally satisfied with Dr. Griffin's care.
A. Boggs
Mar 19, 2016
I have felt better than I have in years after going to see Dr. Griffin. I had been suffering from almost daily headaches for over a year. After several sessions with Dr. Griffin, my headaches were completely gone. The method that she uses is different than traditional chiropractic methods of manipulation/cracking and it's more effective. After doing a series of x-rays to determine what's out of alignment, a very precise and unobtrusive method is used to re-align.
You can tell that Dr. Griffin cares about how you are feeling and is working on your side to get you well. While this method is not as widely used in the chiropractic field, I truly believe it's the most effective in getting the spine aligned and the body healthy.
You can tell that Dr. Griffin cares about how you are feeling and is working on your side to get you well. While this method is not as widely used in the chiropractic field, I truly believe it's the most effective in getting the spine aligned and the body healthy.
Beau Marley
Jan 01, 2016
I was suffering with headaches, vertigo, sinus like pressure, and a stiff neck that had started out affecting me only a couple days a month but soon became everyday. It was all I could do just to make it through the workday. I would go home and do as little as possible and go to bed hoping the next morning I would wake up feeling better. I had seen several doctors and tried multiple medications to no avail.
After a few months of this it was recommended to me to see an Atlas Orthogonal Doctor. I found Dr. Griffin and scheduled an appointment. The day after my first adjustment with her I woke up feeling amazingly better. I wanted to get out and enjoy life once again. I have been seeing Dr. Griffin for a little over a month now and still get headaches, but the severity and frequency have lessened significantly. I look forward to continuing my treatment plan with her with the hope and belief that my headaches will continue to diminish.
After a few months of this it was recommended to me to see an Atlas Orthogonal Doctor. I found Dr. Griffin and scheduled an appointment. The day after my first adjustment with her I woke up feeling amazingly better. I wanted to get out and enjoy life once again. I have been seeing Dr. Griffin for a little over a month now and still get headaches, but the severity and frequency have lessened significantly. I look forward to continuing my treatment plan with her with the hope and belief that my headaches will continue to diminish.
Kathy Vandeventer
Nov 29, 2015
Dr. Griffin has helped me identify the cause of my migraines, misaligned Atlas. As a result of her chiropractic care, my migraine frequency and severity have significantly decreased! So excited to continue working with her to reach my ultimate goal of being migraine free! This is the only treatment I've tried in the last 20 years that makes me feel like being migraine free is possible!
Laura Olsen
Nov 08, 2015
I have never had a chiropractor be able to stop one of my headaches when I'm in the middle of it, but Dr Griffin did--without "popping" or cracking. The Atlas Orthogonal technique is painless, and has zero negative side effects, unlike the numerous medications I've had to take over the years to treat my migraines. My migraines have dramatically decreased and Dr Griffin has continued to be patient and thorough with my treatment plan. She is genuinely interested in total healing and I'm very thankful that I found Dr Griffin's clinic.
Kent Ward
Sep 12, 2013
If you don't like hearing joints pop then the this is the Chiropractor for you. The doctor is very knowledgeable in the field and reasonably priced. I have just started and I'm already feeling the results. Only downside are the office hours. limited appointment space so get in early and set appointments out as tar as you can.
