Our mission at Bettendorf Disc Center is to help each patient achieve optimum wellness and freedom in health through proper care.

Dr. Karen Shoemaker, D.C.

Back Doctor Karen ShoemakerDr. Shoemaker has been in private practice since she graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1992. She strives to stay on the cutting edge of treatment and technology. She is one of the only doctors in the state of Iowa to be Certified by the National Spinal Decompression Certification Program and an active member of the International Disc Education Association.

Dr. Shoemaker has been acknowledged as a master technician with many of the most widely used adjusting techniques such as Diversified, Thompson, Arthrostim, Toggle, Sacro Occipital Technique (SOT), and Extremity adjusting. She also has extensive training in pediatrics and nutrition, along with certifications in cold laser therapy.

Dr. Shoemaker is originally from France and a second generation Chiropractor. She loves practicing and living in Bettendorf IA.

Dr. Karen Shoemaker D.C. Featured on Doctors Spotlight Radio Show

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Dr. Karen Shoemaker Receives Prestigious Back Pain Treatment Award

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