Need a chiropractor near Altoona? True Roots Chiropractic is just 22 minutes away in Des Moines, 13.4 miles via I-235 West. Our Altoona patients make the drive because we offer something most chiropractors do not: a specific, low-force, nervous-system-focused approach using one of the most researched techniques in modern chiropractic.

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Chiropractic Care for Altoona Residents

At True Roots, we do not just treat the symptom you walked in with. We use state-of-the-art technology to assess your nervous system, pinpoint the source of your pain, and build a full-spine care plan that actually works.

That difference matters. Most Altoona patients who find us have tried something else first. Another chiropractor, physical therapy, painkillers, or a wait-and-see approach. They come to us because the results held.

What to Expect From Your Care

Adjustments are efficient, with most taking under 15 minutes. Re-evaluations run 30 minutes or less. Your first visit wraps up in under an hour.

Our Service Area in Altoona

We serve patients across all of Altoona's 50009 ZIP code, including the Adventureland and Prairie Meadows areas, families near the Outlets of Des Moines, and residents in Altoona's newer developments north of US-6. If you live or work in Altoona, our Des Moines clinic is a straight shot down I-235.

Conditions We Help Altoona Patients With

Altoona patients come to True Roots for a wide range of concerns. Our whole-body approach means we look beyond the area where you feel pain, because the source is rarely where the symptom shows up.

Pain and Injury

We commonly treat back pain (chronic or acute), neck pain and tech neck from desk work, headaches and migraines, sciatica and nerve pain, sports injuries, and auto accident recovery including whiplash.

Disc and Nervous System Concerns

If you are dealing with disc bulges, protrusions, or herniations, our approach is non-surgical and drug-free. We do not promise quick fixes. We focus on restoring proper nervous system function so your body can heal itself, which is often what people are really looking for when they search for spinal decompression alternatives. Many of our patients with chronic disc issues, stenosis, and long-standing nerve pain have found measurable relief through consistent care.

Family and Pregnancy Care

Our practice includes Webster-certified prenatal care for expecting mothers andpediatric care for infants through teens. Common concerns we help with include colic, ear infections, sleep issues, posture, and developmental support.

Why Altoona Patients Make the Drive

We know Altoona is a 22-minute drive from our clinic. Patients keep making that drive because what we offer is different from what is available closer to home.

A Different Approach With Torque Release Technique

We use the Torque Release Technique (TRT), one of the most researched and scientifically validated chiropractic techniques in practice today. All of our doctors are Advanced Proficiency Rated in TRT. It is a specific, low-force adjustment that works for everyone from infants to seniors, with reproducible and measurable results. Most chiropractors in the metro use manual adjustments. TRT is a different tool for a different kind of result.

Voted Cityview's Best Chiropractor

We were voted Cityview's Best Chiropractor in 2022 and 2023, recognition we earned from the Des Moines metro community, including our Altoona patients.

What Patients Are Saying

"I sleep better and feel more awake."

"I just had my annual physical with my MD, and the results were the best I've had in years."

"My lower back pain was significantly less after weeks of care."

"True Roots was recommended to me by my sister-in-law and I'm so grateful. The doctors and the staff are so kind and patient. I'm amazed after a month." Sherri Gast, Google review

Our Promise to You

Our promise is a loving, open, and honest space. Your experience and health are our top priority. When you walk into our office, you will feel loved on, understood, and seen with a sense of family.

Getting to True Roots From Altoona

Our clinic is located in Des Moines, a straightforward drive from anywhere in Altoona.

Clinic Address

True Roots Chiropractic 850 18th Street Des Moines, IA 50314 Phone: 515-612-7701

Driving Directions

From Altoona, take I-235 West for 13.4 miles, about 22 minutes in typical traffic. This is the fastest option for most Altoona residents and the route we recommend.

If you prefer surface streets for part of the drive, the US-6 West to I-235 West route is slightly shorter at 11.6 miles but takes about 23 minutes due to lights and intersections.

Hours and Parking

For current Des Moines clinic hours, visit our scheduling page. On-site parking is available at the 18th Street location.

Book Your First Visit

Ready to find out what is really driving your pain or holding back your health? Your first visit is straightforward, thorough, and under an hour. We will assess your nervous system, walk you through what we find, and build a plan that fits your goals.

Schedule Your First Visit

Call 515-612-7701

True Roots Chiropractic 850 18th Street, Des Moines, IA 50314 Serving Altoona and the greater Des Moines metro

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Des Moines clinic at 850 18th Street is 13.4 miles from Altoona, typically a 22-minute drive via I-235 West. Most Altoona patients find the trip well worth it for the care we provide.
Our closest location to Altoona is our Des Moines clinic at 850 18th Street, about 22 minutes away via I-235 West. We also have a second clinic in Norwalk if you live south of the metro.
We use the Torque Release Technique (TRT), one of the most researched chiropractic techniques available. All of our doctors are Advanced Proficiency Rated in TRT. It is a low-force, specific adjustment safe for infants, children, pregnant women, and seniors.
Yes. We work with patients who have disc bulges, protrusions, and herniations using a non-surgical, drug-free approach focused on nervous system function. If you have been told you need surgery or have been searching for spinal decompression alternatives, we are happy to assess your situation and walk you through what care could look like.
Yes. We are a family-focused practice with Webster-certified prenatal care, pediatric care for infants through teens, and care plans for families, young adults, and seniors.
Yes. Our team treats whiplash and other post-collision symptoms regularly. If you have been in an accident or are experiencing symptoms from a recent crash, call our office and we will get you in quickly.
We are committed to transparent, affordable care. Pricing and insurance details vary by plan and visit type. Call 515-612-7701 and our team will walk you through the options.
Your first visit takes under an hour and includes a nervous system assessment, a full-spine evaluation, and a clear explanation of what we find. We do not pressure patients into care plans. We give you the information and let you decide.