Patient receiving Exercise with Oxygen Therapy in West Des Moines, IA at Ashworth Chiropractic

Exercise with oxygen

  • Boost Energy Levels
  • Enhances Circulation
  • Reduces Inflammation
  • Strengthens Immune Function

  • Improves Recovery Time
  • Increases Athletic Performance

EWOT Therapy FAQ

After assessing your fitness level, we select a protocol tailored to your needs. During the session, you will exercise with the goal of elevating your heart rate while being monitored to ensure you’re working at the appropriate intensity—not too hard and not too easy. The session itself lasts 15 minutes.

The number of sessions depends on your goals and condition. For general health or chronic conditions, we recommend 2 to 3 sessions per week for a few weeks. The more severe the condition, the longer therapy may be needed. For sports performance, fewer sessions may be sufficient—often just 2 to 4 sessions can provide a noticeable boost, depending on your current fitness level. EWOT delivers benefits quickly, and consistent sessions enhance long-term results.

The first visit typically lasts around 30 minutes, as we take time to understand your goals and familiarize you with the process and equipment. Subsequent sessions include 15 minutes of exercise, with an additional 10 minutes for warm-up and cool-down.

For your EWOT session, wear athletic or loose-fitting clothes suitable for light exercise, such as what you’d wear on an elliptical, recumbent elliptical, or exercise bike. Comfortable athletic shoes are also recommended.

Yes, we require you to purchase your own mask during your first session. Don’t worry—it’s reusable and only a one-time expense.

No, a referral is not required to schedule an EWOT session. However, for certain conditions, such as cardiovascular issues, we may require clearance from your primary care provider (PCP) to ensure it is safe for you to engage in general exercise.

EWOT sessions are not covered by insurance and are considered an out-of-pocket expense.

What is Exercise with Oxygen Therapy (EWOT)?

Are you experiencing low energy, finding it hard to recover, or dealing with persistent discomfort? It can seem like your body isn’t able to keep up with your demands.

At Ashworth Chiropractic in West Des Moines, IA, we provide Exercise with Oxygen Therapy (EWOT) as a powerful tool to accelerate your recovery, enhance your energy levels, and support lasting health and vitality.

EWOT combines light exercise with high-concentration oxygen to give your body the extra support it needs.

Here’s how it works:

  • You breathe in 92% to 97% pure oxygen through a mask connected to a medical-grade concentrator.

  • This helps your body deliver more oxygen to your tissues, improving circulation and speeding up recovery.

  • By increasing oxygen levels, EWOT also reduces inflammation and enhances cellular repair, leaving you feeling stronger and more energized.

Whether you’re from West Des Moines or a nearby community, we make it easy to get started with the care you deserve.

Discover the Benefits of EWOT

Once your body has more oxygen, it can get back to doing what it’s built to do—heal, energize, and perform at its best.

That’s why so many patients in West Des Moines and surrounding areas trust Exercise with Oxygen Therapy (EWOT) as part of their recovery and wellness plan.

Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, recovering from an injury or surgery, or simply wanting to feel like yourself again, EWOT offers comprehensive support for your body in the following ways:

  • Boosts natural energy without the need for stimulants

  • Improves circulation and ensures better nutrient delivery to tissues

  • Speeds up recovery after injury or surgery

  • Reduces inflammation and discomfort

  • Supports cellular detoxification for better overall health

  • Enhances immune system function, helping you stay strong

If you’re wondering whether EWOT is right for you, Dr. Wilson has years of experience guiding patients through the process and would be happy to discuss your needs and answer any questions.

What Conditions Does EWOT Address?

EWOT enhances the body’s natural healing processes, making it beneficial for a variety of health conditions. It improves energy, circulation, and oxygenation, supporting both chronic and acute health issues.

From chronic fatigue to cardiovascular problems, inflammatory conditions, and even athletic performance, EWOT offers a versatile approach to promoting health and well-being.

  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Low Energy Levels: EWOT boosts cellular energy production by increasing oxygen availability, which enhances ATP production and combats fatigue.
  • Cardiovascular Issues (e.g., hypertension, poor circulation): By promoting vasodilation, EWOT improves blood flow, reduces blood pressure, and supports overall heart health.
  • Inflammatory Conditions (e.g., arthritis, joint pain): Increased oxygen delivery reduces inflammation and helps alleviate joint pain, promoting mobility and comfort.
  • Autoimmune Disorders (e.g., Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, neuropathy):
    Enhanced blood flow and oxygenation improve cognitive function, promote nerve repair, and alleviate neuropathy symptoms.
  • Respiratory Challenges (e.g., chronic lung disease, post-illness recovery): EWOT strengthens lung function and oxygen uptake, aiding recovery and improving breathing efficiency.
  • Diabetes and Insulin Resistance: By making exercise easier and improving circulation, EWOT enhances insulin sensitivity and helps manage blood sugar levels.
  • Low Immune Function (e.g., chronic infections, weakened immunity):
    Increased oxygenation boosts immune cell production, helping the body fight off infections more effectively.
  • Athletic Performance and Recovery: Higher oxygen levels enhance endurance during exercise and speed up recovery by clearing lactic acid and reducing muscle fatigue.

  • Complementary Support During Cancer Treatment: EWOT promotes tissue healing, reduces inflammation, and improves circulation, supporting recovery during and after cancer treatment.

Each session is customized to ensure the most effective and satisfying experience, addressing your specific health needs and preferences.

Your Path to Wellness Begins Here!

Our experts in chiropractic, physical therapy, acupuncture, and massage therapy work as a team to provide holistic care that meets your specific needs. Book your appointment today and experience coordinated care.

Meet Dr. Matthew Wilson, DC, FIACA

Dr. Matthew Wilson is a skilled chiropractor in West Des Moines, IA, with extensive training in functional medicine, acupuncture, and Graston technique. He integrates these approaches to provide effective, holistic care that supports healing, energy, and recovery—the same principles behind Exercise with Oxygen Therapy (EWOT).

Qualifications & Expertise

  • Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) from the University of Iowa and Palmer College of Chiropractic.
  • Certified in Functional Movement Techniques (FMT) and Graston M1, which complement EWOT by improving circulation and enhancing recovery.
  • Expertise in functional medicine and acupuncture, ensuring a comprehensive approach to health and healing.

Dr. Wilson combines his experience in advanced therapeutic techniques with his passion for holistic care, making him a trusted resource for patients looking to improve recovery and overall wellness through EWOT and other integrative treatments.

Dr. Wilson’s Office Hours

Monday
8:30 am – 12 pm
2pm – 6 pm

Tuesday
2pm – 6pm

Wednesday
8:30 am – 12 pm
2 pm – 6 pm

Thursday
8:30 am – 12 pm
2pm – 6 pm

Friday
8:30 am – 1 pm

Health Care Coverage

Most Insurance Carriers including BCBS PPO and Medicaid

What Our West Des Moines Patients & Clients Are Saying

Dr. Matt is amazing. I have sent him friends and family… no one has ever complained about him. I have been going to him off and on for a few years now for adjustments. Highly recommend!!

Veronica Daniel, via Google

Dr. Kim was fantastic. I had been on the hunt for a new chiropractor for a while, as I was dealing with some discomfort in my left hip and getting consistent headaches. After my first visit I knew I had found the right place. Dr. Kim was very personable and detailed throughout each of my appointment. After three adjustments and following post adjustment care, I was back to myself! I will continue to use Dr. Kim for future chiropractor needs.

Tricia Fastenau, via Google

Matt is one of the best out there. He’s an expert in musculoskeletal health, but I’ve also learned a lot around other health issues and the connection to musculoskeletal issues.

He’s also very personable and the office and staff are welcoming.

He’s not one of those salesy chiropractors who never really do adjustments and puts you on a high frequency plan. He treats your issues and will even give you tips on how to prevent it.

I recommend him to everyone.

Matt, via Google

Dr. Matt and the entire staff have been GREAT! I went in for some issues I was having with my neck and back and Dr. Matt also helped me with some other issues I was having with my calf and shoulders that have made a HUGE improvement in my overall health and comfort.

I highly recommend using Dr. Matt!

Tyler, via Facebook

Dr. Kim is the best Chiropractor I’ve visited. Read more for my rant on my previous chiropractor experiences, and how Dr. Kim and Ashworth Chiropractic & Acupuncture Clinic compares.

Let me preface this by saying that I’ve been to 3 chiropractors before coming here, Hassel Family, Reset, and Vero. I only had a consultation at Hassel, and they were very nice and never asked me to sign an agreement for future visits. Reset and Vero on the other hand are the worst chiropractic businesses. They literally keep you in a room and have you sign agreement contracts of over $1,000 to continue getting their treatment over several months. Of course you can say “no” but they trap you in their sales pitch and coerce you to choose one of their plans. I fell victim once to Reset. I tried cancelling as soon as I got home, but of course they have a 30 day cancellation notice. -.-

Anyways, this whole experience had left me skeptic and weary of going to Chiropractors. I had been doing it all wrong. I finally looked up Chiropractors that are covered under my insurance, and hit up Dr. Kim for a first patient visit. She is great! She explained the procedure very well, gave me great advise for my health, and gave me my first adjustment all in the first visit. Oh, and did I mention…there is NO contract that they have you sign. You only pay for the service you get!

If you’re still reading, please don’t make the same mistakes that I did of going to the wrong Chiropractors that focus more on marketing/sales/business than on actual chiropractic service.

Dr. Kim has changed my life and has got my back, literally! 🙌🙏

Shréa, via Google

Hands down the best chiropractic experience I’ve ever had! Dr. Matt listens, provides compassionate care that delivers amazing results and is always thinking of ideas that could improve my effectiveness of care even more.

Karen Perry, via Google

I chose chiropractic care after traditional medical care wasn’t helping.Dr.Wilson has been trying hard to stop my pain.There is a ways to go but I am confident that we are on the right track.

John Wilcox, via Google

I see Alec for PT and Dr Matt for chiropractic adjustments and absolutely love them both! Everyone in the office is so nice and so helpful – I look forward to my appointments and always feel better than when I walked in!!

Pam Hatfield, via Google

I met Dr. Matt Wilson through my granddaughter. Today was the first day. I was very pleased with Dr. Wilson. I have doctored with chiropractors most of my life. I feel Dr. Wilson knew what my problem is and he will fix it. I am very happy to have met him and I certainly “thank” my granddaughter for recommending him!

Betty Staley, via citysearch.com

I had my very first chiropractic visit with Kim, and she was very personable, funny, and made every effort to relax me and explain what she was going to do. This is not a place that is going to try and nickel or dime you, she wants to help you get better as fast as possible. I’m so happy that I picked the right place to get treatment.

Adam Friess, via Facebook

Dr. Kim is incredible. On your first visit she takes the time to discuss your pain and explains thoroughly your treatment plan. Before each treatment she asks you how you feel and what you think your improvement level is. She is not like a lot of Chiropractors who want you to visit them 3x a week for months. After 4 treatments my aches and pains in my back and neck were gone. I will schedule as needed chiropractic appointments with Dr. Kim!

Dawn Johnson, via Google

Dr. Matt Wilson has done wonders for me in not only chiropractic adjustments but also deep tissue therapy for my shoulder. I recommend Dr. Matt for any pain adjustment on legs, back and shoulder work and I’m confident that you will walk out of his office pain free every time. He takes wonderful care of you and his staff (including Amy 😉 is very friendly and helpful, even if you do arrive fashionably late. I appreciate Matthew’s knowledge and respect his passion for his discipline. As always thanks and job well done.

Layton Peddicord, via Google

Hands down the best chiropractic experience. Great with children. Very knowledgeable and informative.

Bre B., via Google

Dr. Matt has done wonders for me and I recommend him highly – I can’t say enough good things about him. Dr. Matt and staff are good people and will take great care of you.

Steve Q., via Google

My family have used chiropractic and physical therapy services here and every one of us have had excellent outcomes. I wouldn’t go anywhere else these folks are as good as it gets.

Robert Agnew, via Google

Dr Wilson. Is very thorough. Most definitely one of the best chiropractors I have ever seen. Results from 1 visit are spectacular! Could go on and on!
5-18-23. Again very pleased with Dr Wilson. Other staff is very welcoming!

Ron Carney, via Google

Dr. Jasmine Kim has helped me in so many ways. I was involved in a car accident which I suffered from neck and back injuries. I went to another chiropractor for treatments previous to seeing Dr. Kim after several treatments from the pervious chiropractor I was very discouraged and ready to give up, thinking that I was always going to deal with these issues.. One day I drove by her office and decided to give her try. After my first visit with her I had hope again. She was willing to listen to me and offered to read my previous treatments and also managed my attorney I was working with for the accident. Within 45 days I was feeling much better and was very grateful. Because I had been dealing with this issue for almost a year. She took my case and I did not have to pay anything upfront which I was amazed that she would do that. She does not suggest treatments that are not necessary and would cost you money that is not applicable to your needs to heals your body. I would high recommend her to anyone that needs chiropractic care.

Sara Fitzgerald, via Google

Dr. Matthew squeezed me in on short notice and took very good care of me. He was very thorough and didn’t just adjust me and let me walk out. Amazing experience here and the receptionist is a sweetheart.

Vanessa V., via Google

Chiropractic care thorough, thoughtful & compassionate. Dr. Wilson is a good listener and has a staff who collaborate on your care. I am so thankful to have found Ashworth Clinic.

Catherine Lynch, via Google

For the past 2 years I’ve been sitting in a chair either in class or studying as a physician assistant student. I started to suffer from severe lower back pain. I tried many over the counter remedies such as Tylenol and heat packs but nothing seemed to work. I heard about Dr. Kim from a friend, so I decided to give chiropractic a shot. I went in very weary because I had never been to a chiropractor before, but I could not be happier with the results. My lower back pain has been alleviated. I plan on frequently going back to see Dr. Kim in order to maintain the relief. I would recommend her to even my worst enemy. She is amazing.

Ethan Wincowski, via Facebook

Dr. Kim was a saving grace during the discomforts of my pregnancy. Not only is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy, it can help tremendously!

Keesha Simington, via Google

I was terrified to visit a chiropractor but was in so much pain and not getting relief with treatments received from my physician. I was referred to Dr. Kim by two of my friends and I will be forever grateful to them for the referral. After the first treatment I was able to turn my head all the way to the side without pain, something I had not done for a year. After five treatments, I am no longer limping due to a pinched nerve in my leg. She explained her process, answered all my questions and only then moved forward with things. I cannot recommend her enough.and words cannot show how grateful I am for how she has helped me.

Regina W, via demandforce

I really love it here! They are very friendly and I feel Dr. Wilson is giving me great treatment! I also don’t feel pressured into coming back too frequently. The adjustments are great! Great office!

Amy, via demandforce

My back got fixed. Yes, the adjustments made the magic. Thanks for taking care doc.

Mani Lanka, via Google

Good first visit. Dr. Wilson identified the issue, took X-rays, explained the condition thoroughly. Came up with a detailed treatment plan and made adjustments that helped ease my pain immediately, all at my first visit. Very impressed with his skill, communication. The overall experience was excellent and I will be returning regularly.

BrettFrank WilsonFilippelli, via Google

I went to Dr. Kim after suffering from months nagging back pain. I was experiencing pain in both my latissimus dorsi and trapezius muscles from working out. She worked wonders for me. Her adjustments of my neck and spine really benefited from this. She performed several adjustments on me before convincing me to try acupuncture. WOW! I have never been happier with the results. The pain in my lats and traps are now gone and my workouts are better than ever. I would recommend Dr. Kim to all my friends and family. 5/5 stars and a friendly and warming environment to go to. I will continue to go to Dr. Kim for all of my musculoskeletal pain and injuries.

Tim Bucklaew, via Facebook

Dr. Matt is great and so knowledgeable in chiropractic care. I highly recommend him!

Maggie VandeWiele, via Google

I started experiencing bad hip pain with my second pregnancy and came to Dr. Wilson seeking treatment and advice and he has and continues to do his best to alleviate this pain. Thankful for his prenatal chiropractic care.

Kaitlyn Sims, via demandforce

Matt explained how the pain I was experiencing stemmed from tight muscle next to the T-3 and T-4 vertebrae. The inflammation from the muscle presses on the nerve in vertebrae and causes a rotation which gets that nerve inflamed. I hope I said this correctly. Matt gave me printed copy of exercises to strengthen my core muscles which will in turn keep this from happening. So informative and caring! Great chiropractor!

Cathy Peek, via citysearch.com

The chiropractor was knowledgeable and had great customer service. He asked questions questions and explained the goals he had for my rehabilitation.

Berke Tuinstra, via Google

Dr. Wilson is an outstanding chiropractor who is both concerned with his patients’ well-being, and interested in his own field. I typically see him only when my back and neck are injured, but I’m approaching the age when I’ll look for more regular maintenance care and this is where I’ll go. He’s treated me for everything from simple headaches to painful, deep inflammation in my back and neck requiring electric stim treatments and several visits. He’s always thorough, kind, and genuinely engaged in my health. He also treats my children and we consider him to be a friend and someone we will seek out for care for a long time. Highly recommended, and I’m both shocked and skeptical of the one negative review he’s received here on Google. Then again, Babe Ruth and Hank Aaron weren’t unanimous selections to the Baseball Hall Of Fame, so there’s always one, right? 😉

Andy Fales, via Google

One of the best adjustment I’ve ever had!
Everyone on staff is very nice and personable.

Dale Schaefer, via Google