MATTHEW WILSON DC, FIACA, CCWP, GRASTON M1 CERTIFIED, FMT
Meet Dr. Matthew Wilson, a distinguished chiropractor in West Des Moines, known for his expertise in providing comprehensive and cutting-edge care. Driven by a passion for helping others achieve optimal health and well-being, Dr. Wilson has accumulated an impressive array of certifications and extensive training in various specialized techniques.
Dr. Wilson earned his B.A. Degree from The University of Iowa in Iowa City before pursuing his Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) degree at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA, where he graduated in 2009. During his time at Palmer, he gained valuable experience at the Palmer Sports Injury and Rehabilitation Clinic, expanding his skills in treating soft tissue and sports injuries, as well as rehabilitation of the spine and extremities.
Continuing his commitment to providing holistic care, Dr. Wilson completed a one-year certification as a Certified Chiropractic Wellness Practitioner (C.C.W.P.) through the International Chiropractic Association, focusing on nutrition and exercise as essential components of overall health. Notably, he is the only Graston M1 certified and Functional Movement Technique Blades certified chiropractor in the Des Moines area. These advanced techniques allow him to effectively treat soft tissue injuries, reducing pain, treatment time, and enhancing positive outcomes for his patients.
Dr. Matthew Wilson actively engages in professional associations such as the American Chiropractic Association, International Chiropractic Association, and Council for Wellness Science. He has also served as an officer for the South Central district of the Iowa Chiropractic Society.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Dr. Wilson embraces an active role in the Des Moines Metro community. He volunteers as an administrator for the Iowa Youth Rugby Association. Born and raised in the Quad Cities, he has a deep appreciation for sports, outdoor activities, and cherishes time spent with his wife Laura and their children Reese, Drew, and Ben.
With his wealth of knowledge and advanced techniques, Dr. Matthew Wilson is committed to delivering exceptional care and helping patients achieve their health goals. Experience the transformative impact of his comprehensive approach to chiropractic and holistic wellness.
EDUCATION & ASSOCIATIONS
- Contracted Provider: Immanuel Pathways PACE® Program: All-inclusive Care for the Elderly: Conservative Pain Management: Acupuncture and Chiropractic Care
- Honors Graduate: Palmer College of Chiropractic (PCC)
- Clinical Internship: PCC Sports and Rehab Clinic
- Clinical Internship: Burt Clinic of Chiropractic
- Certified: Chiropractic Wellness Practitioner (CCWP)
- Fellow: International Chiropractic Acupuncture Diagnosis and Treatment (FIACA)
- Certified: Graston M1 Technique for soft tissue injury
- Certified: Functional Movement Techniques – Basic and Performance
- Certified: Functional Movement Technique – Blades (FMT-B)
- Completed Education: Battlefield Acupuncture Technique
- Completed Education: Integrative Neuromuscular Acupoint System (INMAS)
- Completed Education: Low-Level Laser Therapy for Chronic Pain and Healthy Aging
- Completed Education: Dry Needling for pain and trigger point dysfunction
- Completed Education: PowerAthlete Coach – Block One
- Completed Education: Postural Restoration Institute: Pelvic Restoration, Myokinematic Restoration, Postural Respiration, Cervical Revolution
- Completed Education: GI Map Test, Organic Acids Test, Micronutrient Testing and DUTCH Test Functional Medicine Protocols
- Completed Education: Inflammation Mastery: Clinical Nutrition and Functional Medicine
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE
ACUPUNCTURE & DRY NEEDLING
Dr. Matthew Wilson is also a certified chiropractic acupuncturist, having undergone extensive acupuncture training through the International Academy of Chiropractic Acupuncture (IACA). He incorporates various acupuncture techniques, including INMAS and Battlefield Acupuncture, to address numerous conditions, from musculoskeletal pain to allergies, headaches, and infertility. The World Health Organization recognizes acupuncture as beneficial for over 800 different conditions.
Additionally, Dr. Wilson is highly skilled in the practice of dry needling, a technique that targets myofascial trigger points to relieve myofascial pain and restore normal movement patterns.
Pain affects how your body moves. It is thought that dry needling changes the way the brain and muscles talk to each other to let the system return to a more normal movement pattern.
LASER THERAPY
Through extensive training and clinical experience in Low-Level Laser Therapy, Dr. Wilson effectively treats acute and chronic pain, accelerating the healing and rehabilitation process. This non-invasive therapy saves patients time and effort by reducing the number of clinical visits required while achieving excellent results.