West Des Moines Chiropractic Newsletter

Compass Chiropractic April, 2010 E-Newsletter

Dr. Krohse to be Arrested Today!

Today Dr. David Krohse will be locked up at Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar in West Des Moines for "good." Help bail him out by contributing funds to the MDA. View his personal donation page here.

Compass Chiropractic Boot Camp Weekly Workout Group – Tuesdays at 6:30 PM – Free

Beginning April 6, Compass Chiropractic will sponsor a weekly Boot Camp Workout Group at Campbell Park in Clive starting at 6:30 PM on Tuesdays. The workouts will start with a circuit of exercises to strengthen the arms, legs, and core body. A 20 to 30 minute out and back run/jog/walk will follow. After that participants can stick around and play a game of ultimate Frisbee or take off on a bike ride. Exercises will be set up so that participants can customize their workout to their fitness level. Free and all are welcome. Participants get a free Compass Chiropractic T-Shirt while supplies last. Lightning definitely cancels. Rain may cancel – call our office to confirm if it’s questionable.

Pain-Free & Efficient Running Workshop – Wednesday, April 7 at 6:30 PM

At 6:30 pm on Wednesday, April 7 Compass Chiropractic will host a Pain-Free & Efficient Running Workshop. The concepts and techniques of low impact running styles ChiRunning and Evolution Running will be introduced. A workshop will follow where participants will practice drills to integrate these concepts into their running. The session will end with video and slow motion review of participants running form. Participants should arrive in clothes and shoes suitable to run in. Suggested RSVP to 515-309-1217 or compasschiro@gmail.com. Free (donations to Dr. David Krohse's Team in Training Fund for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society welcome)

Condition of the Month – Athletic & Running Injuries

Through our Pain-Free & Efficient Running Workshops, we hope to reduce injuries in area runners. Most common running conditions include plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, shin splints, knee pain, hip pain, low back pain, and sciatica. However, if one of these injuries does develop, we are thrilled to share that we have the gold-standard treatment to address them, Active Release Techniques. Read this Runner’s World article to learn more. Read what runners are writing on the Runner’s World Forums.

A Story of Exceeded Expectations

I went to Dr. Krohse when I saw that he performs ART, after I had read about ART. I thought that treatment might help me. I have been dealing with plantar fasciitis since 2004. I am a former collegiate distance runner and try to still enjoy running. It is hard to enjoy the great sport of running when you have something hurting you each step. I had tried acupuncture, physical therapy, shoe inserts, and cortisone shots. So, you could say I’ve tried about everything to get healthy.

Dr. Krohse did a thorough job of evaluating my posture and my feet. After each treatment, I felt my feet getting better. After two weeks of treatment, I was running pain free for the first time in 5 years. I know at times the scar tissue will build up and it will be painful but I know Dr. Krohse will be able to use his techniques with ART to get me back running. I would recommend ART to my athletes that I train and to any athlete who has pain that would benefit from this treatment.

Josh Maxwell

Waukee Head Boys’ Cross Country Coach

iPod Nano Drawing for Patients who write a Testimonial

It can be scary to choose a chiropractor out of a phone book! For that reason, many people in pain search the internet looking for a provider that they can feel confident choosing. Most of all, these people would love to see a story of someone else who was dealing with something similar who had great results.

During the month of April, write a testimonial about your experience at Compass Chiropractic and we’ll put your name in a drawing for an Ipod Nano – a $130 value! Download the testimonial sheet here. It will only take a few minutes, you may win a Nano, and you’ll help us out tremendously.

Valley Junction Farmer’s Market

Compass Chiropractic will be performing spinal screenings this summer at the Valley Junction Farmer’s Market. This exciting event takes place every Thursday starting May 6 and is a veritable cornucopia of food, fun, and music. Bring your friends and family out to the Farmer’s Market and stop by and say hello!

Open House and Silent Auction

Our office will be hosting an Open House and Silent Auction in late May to benefit Dr. Krohse’s Team in Training fund for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. We will be contacting many businesses requesting items to be included in the auction. We would also welcome any door prizes from business owners or professionals interested in recognition at our event. Please contact us if you are able to contribute a silent auction item or door prize.

Calli recommends…

A Website – www.hungrygirl.com

Check out Hungry Girl at http://www.hungrygirl.com/. While I don't agree with everything she recommends, she has some great tips for nutrition, fun facts, and provides you with the latest news about nutrition regulations and calorie postings at your favorite restaurants. Sign up for her daily emails and she will also send a healthy swap recipe for some of your favorites, including Jalapeno Poppers, Buffalo Chicken Dip, Crab Rangoons, and much more. Do, however, be on the look out for suggestions of highly processed foods masquerading as low calorie, healthy options. Hungry Girl has helped me think twice about my food decisions and hopefully can help you, too!

Dr. Krohse recommends…

A song to forward to all the people who have to go to work inside on beautiful spring days

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A song to forward to the dads and any soon-to-be brides (father-daughter dance) in your life

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Harvard’s Barefoot & Minimal Footwear Running Page

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Confirmation that chocolate is healthy

Team in Training Fundraiser

On Sunday, June 13 Dr. Krohse will compete in the Hy-Vee Triathlon as a part of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team in Training. A goal has been set to raise at least $3,000 to go toward the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Any new patient who donates $50 or more to the Team In Training fund will receive a complementary first visit (exam, any needed spinal X-rays, and table massage up to $300 value).

Call (515) 309-1217 to schedule an appointment!

Visit Dr. Krohse’s Team in Training Fundraising website to contribute online!

Calendar

Run for the Egg – Saturday April 3 - Compass Chiropractic will be at the Run for the Egg. What we do there will depend on the weather. We may be doing ART demonstrations or just giving out some gifts.

Pain-Free & Efficient Running Workshop – Wednesday, April 7 at 6:30 –Free and held at Compass Chiropractic. RSVP requested.

Tuesdays at 6:30 PM beginning April 6 – Free Weekly Boot Camp Workout Group at Campbell Park in Clive. Lightning definitely cancels. Rain may cancel – call our office to confirm if it’s questionable.

1st Tues each Month – Kid's Day – Children under 13 receive ANY needed services (exams, adjustments, ART) at no charge

2nd Tues each Month – Athletes Day – Athletes any age bring a team picture or action picture and receive 1st day services (exam and any needed X-rays) at no charge