1350 Blairs Ferry Road, Suite B Hiawatha, IA 52233 I (319)-343-8540
Chiropractor Serving Iowa City, Iowa
Atlas Specific Chiropractic is about 30 minutes north of Iowa City, in Hiawatha at 1350 Blairs Ferry Road. Patients from Iowa City, including many who work or study at the University of Iowa, make the drive for upper cervical care that focuses on the source of their symptoms.
Dr. Isaac Reis, DC, trained at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport and is Level 4 certified in the Advanced HIO Knee-Chest technique. His care centers on the atlas (C1) and the axis (C2), the two vertebrae that surround the brainstem. When the atlas is out of position, it can strain the nerves, muscles and blood flow around it, and the effects can show up as migraines, dizziness, jaw pain, concussion symptoms and more.
Making the Drive From Iowa City Work for You
- A thorough first visit. Plan on about 60 to 90 minutes so we can complete your consultation, exam, thermography scan and, if needed, X-rays in one trip.
- A clear plan at visit two. Your second visit takes about 30 to 45 minutes. Dr. Reis walks you through your scans and X-rays and explains your care plan.
- Shorter follow-ups. Follow-up visits are shorter and focus on keeping your atlas in place.
- After-work hours. We're open until 6:00 PM Monday through Thursday (from noon on Wednesday) and until 2:00 PM on Friday.
What Iowa City Patients Come In For
Patients from Iowa City often come to us for help with:
- Migraines and headaches
- Vertigo and dizziness
- TMJ and jaw pain
- Post-concussion symptoms
- Neck pain and whiplash
Because the atlas sits right next to the brainstem, a misalignment there can play a part in all of these. See the full list on our Conditions We Help page.
How Upper Cervical Care Works
- Measure first. A Tytron C5000 thermography scan shows how your nervous system is handling stress, and three precision X-rays show exactly how your atlas and axis have shifted.
- Correct gently. The AHKC adjustment is light and specific, with no twisting, cracking or popping.
- Recheck. Scans are repeated after adjustments, so progress is measured, not guessed.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is also available in our office. Learn more on our What to Expect page.
Getting Here From Iowa City
We're in Hiawatha, about 30 minutes north of Iowa City.
- Address: 1350 Blairs Ferry Road, Suite B, Hiawatha, IA 52233
- Parking: Park in front of the building. Our door is the south entrance, closest to Blairs Ferry Road.
- Access: Ground level with a curb, and the building has handicap access.
- Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Wednesday 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM; closed Saturday and Sunday.
- Phone: (319)-343-8540
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Atlas Specific Chiropractic from Iowa City?
About 30 minutes. We're at 1350 Blairs Ferry Road, Suite B, in Hiawatha, just north of Cedar Rapids.
Why do people drive from Iowa City for upper cervical care?
Upper cervical care is a specialized approach focused on the atlas and axis, with measurements before and after each correction. For people whose symptoms trace back to the upper neck, that focus is the reason to make the trip.
Do I need a referral?
No. Call (319)-343-8540 or book online to schedule your first visit.
How long is the first visit?
About 60 to 90 minutes. Your second visit usually takes 30 to 45 minutes.
Do you offer hyperbaric oxygen therapy?
Yes. HBOT is available in our office and can be used on its own or alongside upper cervical care.
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