Chiropractor in Norwalk, IA
Carlisle Spine And Wellness serves Norwalk families who live, work, and play across town — from The Legacy to Orchard Hills — with gentle chiropractic care a short drive south in Carlisle.
Chiropractor serving Norwalk, IA
Trusted chiropractic care for Norwalk
About 17 minutes (12.2 miles) from our Carlisle office
Norwalk sits about 12 miles northwest of our Carlisle office — an easy 17-minute drive down IA-5 and around the south side of the Des Moines metro. It’s one of Warren County’s fastest-growing cities, and between the ballfields at the McAninch Sports Complex, the Great Western Trail connection, and neighborhoods like The Legacy, Lakewood, and Orchard Hills, there’s no shortage of active families who occasionally need a little help staying that way.
Whether you’re nursing stubborn back pain from a long commute into Des Moines, sciatica that flares on the drive, or an overuse injury from weekend games and trail miles, every new patient at Carlisle Spine And Wellness gets the same foundation: a thorough exam from Dr. Shawn Handeland, DC, an honest explanation of what he finds, and a care plan with a real goal — not an endless string of visits.
From hands-on chiropractic adjustments and non-surgical spinal decompression to athlete care for Norwalk’s players and coaches, we offer a full range of gentle, evidence-based care just a short drive south. We’d love to help you move better and get back to the things you enjoy around Norwalk.
Proudly serving: The Legacy, Lakewood, Echo Valley, Orchard Hills, Rolling Green, Warrior Run.
Local, trusted care
Why Norwalk chooses Carlisle Spine And Wellness
Norwalk is one of the fastest-growing communities in the Des Moines metro, a Warren County city of young families spread across neighborhoods like The Legacy, Lakewood, Echo Valley, and Orchard Hills. Between weekend tournaments at the McAninch Sports Complex, miles on the Great Western Trail, and long commutes north into Des Moines or to employers like Windsor Windows and Michael Foods, plenty of Norwalk residents are dealing with the aches that come from an active, busy life. For them, the 17-minute run southeast to our Carlisle office is an easy trade for care that actually has a plan.
At Carlisle Spine And Wellness, Dr. Shawn Handeland, DC gives every new patient a thorough exam and a clear, honest explanation of what he finds before starting care — no guesswork and no endless open-ended visit schedules. Whether you tweaked your back coaching a Warrior youth team, sit through a daily commute, or are managing a nagging old injury, we offer gentle, evidence-based, drug-free chiropractic care built around getting you back to the things you enjoy across Norwalk.
What we help with
Common reasons Norwalk patients come in
Low-back pain from commuting and desk work
Long drives up IA-5 into Des Moines and hours at a screen wear on the lower back. We find the source and address it directly.
Learn more →Neck pain and tension headaches
Screen time and driving posture are a common recipe for stiff necks and headaches. Targeted adjustments deliver lasting relief without medication.
Learn more →Sciatica and radiating leg pain
For the shooting leg pain that makes a commute or a day on your feet miserable, we offer focused chiropractic care and non-surgical spinal decompression.
Learn more →Sports and overuse injuries
With ballfields at McAninch and trails all over town, Norwalk stays active. We help athletes and weekend warriors recover and stay in the game.
Learn more →Whiplash after a car accident
Crashes on IA-5 and around the metro happen. We provide evidence-based whiplash care and help with the insurance paperwork.
Learn more →Shoulder pain from lifting and repetitive work
Shoulder strain from manufacturing shifts, overhead work, or sports is something Norwalk patients know well. We restore mobility without surgery.
Learn more →Getting here
Directions from Norwalk to our Carlisle office
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From Norwalk, head east on County Road G14 out toward the edge of town.
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Turn left (north) onto County Road R63 and follow it toward the highway.
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Merge onto IA-5 South and stay on the Des Moines bypass toward Carlisle.
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Take exit 72 (IA-5 S toward Carlisle) and continue into town.
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Turn left onto S 1st St and look for our office — free parking is right out front.
Drive times are approximate. We're near McAninch Sports Complex, the Great Western Trail, Warrior Park, Echo Valley Country Club, Lake Colchester. Free parking is available right outside the door.
Comprehensive care
Everything Norwalk patients can get at our clinic
A short drive from Norwalk gives you full access to every condition we treat and every service we offer.
Most requested by Norwalk patients
Conditions we treat
Services we offer
Chiropractic & Techniques
Decompression & Physiotherapy
Soft-Tissue & Manual
Wellness & Functional Medicine
Meet the doctor
Dr. Shawn Handeland, DC, CCSP
Owner & Chiropractor
Dr. Shawn Handeland is on a mission to help as many people as possible through natural, non-surgical chiropractic care. A second-generation chiropractor with 13 years of experience running two clinics in Northwest Iowa, he now brings that expertise to Carlisle and the greater Des Moines metro.
Dr. Shawn Handeland, DC, CCSP reviews the information on this page for accuracy.
Norwalk chiropractic FAQs
How far is Carlisle Spine And Wellness from Norwalk, IA?+
We're about a 17-minute drive from Norwalk — roughly 12.2 miles. Most patients take County Road G14 to R63, merge onto IA-5 South, and exit toward Carlisle.
Do you see patients who live in Norwalk?+
Yes. We treat a growing number of patients from Norwalk — including families from The Legacy, Lakewood, Echo Valley, and Orchard Hills — who make the short trip for ongoing care.
Do I need a referral to book an appointment?+
No referral is needed to book with us. You can schedule directly online or by phone. If your specific insurance plan happens to require one, our front desk will help you sort it out before your visit.
How soon can I get in if I'm coming from Norwalk?+
We usually have openings within the same week and hold time for new patients and urgent situations. Call or book online and we'll do our best to see you quickly.
What about insurance and payment?+
We accept a wide range of major insurance plans and offer straightforward self-pay rates. Send us your insurance details when you reach out and we'll verify your benefits ahead of time.
Where do I park at your Carlisle office?+
There's free parking right outside the office — no meters, no ramps, no circling. It's an easy in-and-out for Norwalk patients making the drive.
Do you treat kids and athletes from Norwalk?+
Absolutely. We see Norwalk kids and busy athletes — from youth players at McAninch to adult trail runners — and tailor gentle care to each stage of activity and growth.
$49 New Patient Special
- Consultation With Your Doctor
- Thorough Chiropractic Examination
- Doctors Report of Findings
- X-Rays If Necessary
- First Treatment
- MRI Review
All this for only
$49