Chiropractor in Pleasant Hill, IA
Carlisle Spine and Wellness serves Pleasant Hill patients who live, work, and raise families here — offering gentle, evidence-based chiropractic care just a short drive south in Carlisle.
Chiropractor serving Pleasant Hill, IA
Trusted chiropractic care for Pleasant Hill
About 12 minutes (8.7 miles) from our Carlisle office
Pleasant Hill is one of the Des Moines metro’s fastest-growing east-side suburbs, known for Copper Creek Lake Park, the winding Gay Lea Wilson Trail, and a close-knit Southeast Polk school community. It is also the closest of our service-area cities to Carlisle — only about 8.7 miles, or roughly 12 minutes south on US-65 and IA-5. That makes gentle, evidence-based chiropractic care easy to reach without ever driving through downtown Des Moines.
Whether you are dealing with stubborn back pain after long commutes, sciatica that flares on a walk around Copper Creek Lake, or neck pain from hours at a desk, every new patient at Carlisle Spine and Wellness starts the same way — a thorough exam, an honest explanation of what Dr. Shawn Handeland, DC finds, and a clear plan built around your goals. We treat the cause of the problem, not just the symptom.
From hands-on chiropractic adjustments to non-surgical spinal decompression and rehab-focused intersegmental traction, Pleasant Hill families, commuters, and student athletes have access to our full range of care just a short drive south. We would be glad to help you move better and feel like yourself again.
Proudly serving: Copper Creek, Arbor Lake, Constitution Hills, Boulder Ridge, Crestridge Estates.
Local, trusted care
Why Pleasant Hill chooses Carlisle Spine And Wellness
Pleasant Hill sits on the east edge of the Des Moines metro, a fast-growing suburb built around Copper Creek Lake Park, the Gay Lea Wilson Trail, and the Southeast Polk school community. Many residents commute daily, spend weekends walking the lighted loop at Copper Creek, or keep up with active kids and grandkids — all of which take a toll on the spine over time. Because Carlisle is only about 12 minutes south via US-65 and IA-5, Pleasant Hill patients can reach our office without fighting downtown Des Moines traffic.
At Carlisle Spine and Wellness, Dr. Shawn Handeland, DC focuses on getting to the source of your pain rather than chasing symptoms. Every new patient receives a thorough exam and a clear explanation of what we find, followed by a practical, gentle care plan. Whether you are a Southeast Polk parent, a trail runner, or someone whose desk job leaves your neck and back aching, we offer drug-free, evidence-based chiropractic care close to home.
What we help with
Common reasons Pleasant Hill patients come in
Low-back pain from commuting and desk work
Long drives into Des Moines and hours at a screen keep the lower back under constant strain. We find the source and address it directly.
Learn more →Neck pain and tension
Screen time, driving, and poor posture leave many Pleasant Hill patients with stiff, aching necks. Targeted adjustments deliver lasting relief without medication.
Learn more →Sciatica and radiating leg pain
For the shooting leg pain that makes sitting, standing, or a walk around Copper Creek Lake miserable, we offer focused chiropractic care and non-surgical spinal decompression.
Learn more →Headaches and migraines
Tension headaches often trace back to the neck and upper spine. We look for the underlying cause instead of masking the pain.
Learn more →Whiplash after a car accident
Crashes on US-65, IA-5, or around town happen. We provide evidence-based whiplash care and help with the insurance paperwork.
Learn more →Work and repetitive-strain injuries
Lifting, standing, and repetitive tasks add up. We document, treat, and help coordinate work-injury claims.
Learn more →Getting here
Directions from Pleasant Hill to our Carlisle office
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From Pleasant Hill, head south and merge onto US-65 South.
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Follow US-65 South for about 4.4 miles.
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Take Exit 72 for IA-5 South toward Carlisle.
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Continue on IA-5 South for roughly 2.2 miles into Carlisle.
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Turn left onto S 1st Street to reach our office — free parking is right out front.
Drive times are approximate. We're near Copper Creek Lake Park, Copper Creek Golf Club, Gay Lea Wilson Trail, Southeast Polk High School, Doanes Park. Free parking is available right outside the door.
Comprehensive care
Everything Pleasant Hill patients can get at our clinic
A short drive from Pleasant Hill gives you full access to every condition we treat and every service we offer.
Most requested by Pleasant Hill 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.
Pleasant Hill chiropractic FAQs
How far is Carlisle Spine and Wellness from Pleasant Hill, IA?+
We are about 8.7 miles away — roughly a 12-minute drive south on US-65 to IA-5 into Carlisle. It is the closest of our service-area cities, and most Pleasant Hill patients find the trip quick and easy.
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 particular insurance plan happens to require one, our front desk will help you sort that out before your first visit.
Where do I park at your Carlisle office?+
Parking is free and right outside the office on S 1st Street — no meters, no ramps, no circling the block. Easy in and out for Pleasant Hill patients making the short drive down.
Do you accept my insurance?+
We accept a wide range of major insurance plans and also offer straightforward self-pay rates. Share your insurance details when you contact us and we will verify your benefits ahead of time.
How soon can I be seen if I'm coming from Pleasant Hill?+
We typically have same-week openings and hold time for new patients and urgent situations. Call or book online and we will do our best to get you in quickly.
Do you treat children and athletes?+
Yes. We care for kids and for active patients of all ages, from Southeast Polk student athletes to weekend runners on the Gay Lea Wilson Trail. Care is always matched to the age and needs of each patient.
Can you help after a car accident or work injury?+
Yes. We regularly treat auto-accident and work-related injuries for patients across the Des Moines metro and can assist with documentation for insurance and workers' compensation claims. Reach out before your first visit and we will explain what to bring.
$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