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Chiropractors Near Arvada To Serve Your Health Goals
Welcome to Thrive Health Systems in Arvada, Colorado! Our location is right on the border of Arvada and Arvada. You’ve found a group of Chiropractors that are 100% committed to serving you well. Our clinic offers the opportunity to improve your life through natural, doctor-directed strategies and methods that focus on great outcomes that are offered at fair, affordable prices.

One unique component of our care in this clinic is our ability to offer you CBP Therapy. CBP stands for Chiropractic BioPhysics, and is the most advanced, non-surgical approach to spinal remolding available today. It utilizes simple but power principles that can assist in the regaining of spinal curvature, mobility, and ultimately a path out of pain that has worked extremely well for our patients.

We also offer Functional Medicine services to patients who would like a more natural approach to issues pertaining to immune dysfunction, GI problems, sleep and energy issues, and more.

​We welcome families, and look forward to the opportunity to serve you well.
How Can Chiropractic Care In Arvada Improve Your Life?
Our Chiropractors are trained in a variety of modalities and treatment techniques to help reduce pain, restore mobility, and ensure optimal neural and muscular performance in the body.
Common conditions we address include:

– Neck Pain
– Lower Back Pain
– Sciatica
– Upper Back Pain
– Shoulder Pain
– Knee Pain
– Headaches and Migraines
– Elbow Pain
– Upper Crossed Syndrome
– Sleep Problems

And More (read about our case studies to see how we can serve you).

Whatever symptoms you may be experiencing, we recommend talking to our Chiropractors to see what a solution would entail.
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Meet Your Chiropractors In Arvada
At our Arvada location, located right off I-70 and Kipling, we have a staff of Chiropractors ready to help you get the results you want.
Dr. Cameron Nyman, Doctor of Chiropractic
Education:
Undergraduate: BS in Exercise Science, Illinois State University
​Post-Graduate: Chiropractic Degree from Palmer Chiropractic College

Dr. Nyman learned the value of Chiropractic care at an early age, when he suffered a herniated disc in his neck while playing high school football. Immediately upon being injured, he temporarily lost the use of his right arm (a herniated disc in his neck was pressing on a nerve in his arm). Through Chiropractic care, Dr. Nyman returned to full participation in only one week! After this experience, he was so enamored with Chiropractic that he made it his life’s goal to become a Doctor of Chiropractic and help other people in a way that only Chiropractic can.

While pursuing his bachelor’s degree at Illinois State University in the field of Exercise Science, Dr. Nyman was very active in various athletic clubs and organizations, developing his love of nutrition and treating athletic injuries.

He then began his Doctoral program at Palmer Chiropractic College in Davenport, Iowa. During his time at Palmer, he played on the school’s Division I rugby team as well as serving on the student council, the philanthropy club board, co-founding the school’s Chiropractic BioPhysics club, and achieving academic honors. While earning his graduate degree, Dr. Nyman dedicated his focus to becoming well versed in numerous Chiropractic techniques, studying over a dozen soft tissue, instrument, and manual techniques. He was eventually nominated for the school’s Clinical Excellence Award before being awarded his Doctorate in Chiropractic.

Since earning his Doctorate in Chiropractic, he has pursued post-doctorate certification in the most advanced form of spinal rehabilitation in the world, Chiropractic BioPhysics. Upon achieving his certification, he practiced at a spinal rehabilitation clinic in Longmont, Colorado for almost two years. He used his time serving Longmont to become certified in class IV laser therapy and spinal decompression, as well as utilizing PowerPlate vibration technology and functional rehabilitation techniques to better serve his patients.

Dr. Nyman had become an expert in finding a more permanent solution to the aches and pains that trouble nearly 80% of our society, but found that he could serve his patients even more profoundly by practicing functional medicine as well as spinal rehabilitation. He has since pursued education in the realm of functional medicine and is excited to change lives in Denver for many years to come!
Dr. Jon Follett, Doctor of Chiropractic

Education
Undergrad: BS Biology, University of Iowa
Post-Graduate: Palmer Chiropractic College Davenport

Dr. Follett started his professional career in the United States Air Force as a Security Force member, where he was able to serve people from all over the world. During his time in the military he saw many people suffer from the side effects of allopathic medicine and became involved in studying holistic health care. He became aware at this time of other forms of health care, specifically chiropractic.

His chiropractic intrigue continued while studying at the University of Iowa, where he became familiar with more specifics of chiropractic and the human body. Throughout his undergraduate studies Dr. Follett volunteered with the University of Iowa VA to help rehab veterans. At this time, Dr. Jon decided to go to chiropractic school.

Dr. Follett chose to attend Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport Iowa where he worked in the Philanthropy office and Vets Club. During his time at Palmer, Dr. Follett focused on many different techniques, but had a specific interest in soft tissue integration and flexion distraction. He graduated in October 2014. After graduation Dr. Follett became certified in Activator, but eventually found his calling with the most advanced form of spinal rehab, Chiropractic BioPhysics. After becoming certified in CBP, he worked for a multidisciplinary practice in Northern Colorado for two years. Here he became certified in Class IV laser, spinal decompression, as well as utilizing Power Plate to ensure the highest quality care for patients.

Dr. Follett is very excited to be able to serve the Denver metro community, along with his wife, who serves on the Jefferson County public health department. When not in the office, you may be able to find Dr. Follett and his family playing up in the mountains.

Dr. Grace Godsy, Doctor of Chiropractic

Education
Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Elon University
Post-Graduate: Doctor of Chiropractic from Logan University College of Chiropractic

Dr. Grace Godsy, D.C. was born and raised in St. Louis, MO. She has a love for all things learning, and her favorite thing to do in her profession is teach her patients how to improve their quality of life.

Dr. Godsy has lived in Colorado since September of 2023 and has worked in specialized pediatric and prenatal chiropractic clinics as well as clinics more tailored to the general public.

Prior to entering chiropractic school, Dr. Godsy worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator at Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, where she learned the ins and outs of the research process and built her background for an evidence-based practice model. Currently, Dr. Godsy is finding herself fascinated by the Functional Medicine research realm, learning of lifestyle therapeutic management options for systemic findings such as genetic markers for lifetime cardiovascular risk, connective tissue disorders, and gut health.

Dr. Ryan Nickens, Doctor of Chiropractic

Education
Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Elon University
Post-Graduate: Doctor of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic

“I truly, with all my heart, believe that we are designed for healing, for health, and vitality. And a lot of our culture is built around the opposite of that.” 

Dr. Ryan Nickens, DC originally was headed toward medical school, but a chance conversation with a chiropractor at his church in Tampa changed the trajectory of his life entirely.

At a young age, Dr. Nickens suffered an accident that left him with chronic, severe migraines. The only way he was able to address the pain was painkillers. However, when Dr. Nickens received his first chiropractic adjustment, he experienced immediate and permanent relief, which dramatically improved his quality of life. He was finally freed from headaches, and his body felt better too.

This experience, combined with his background in personal training and understanding of the human body’s movement patterns, cemented his decision to pivot away from his initial path to medical school and become a chiropractor instead. He wanted to help people get off of medication and move better.

After graduating from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2013, Dr. Nickens opened his first practice in Fort Myers, Florida. An expert in advanced spinal correction, scoliosis care, pediatrics, and lifestyle modification, he has taught at over 20 churches, 100s of businesses, and schools and traveled to Rio with Team USA.

Dr Nickens believes that our bodies are unbelievably intelligent. He has seen countless miracles from chiropractic, nutrition, and honoring our innate, inborn ability to heal.

Armed with advanced training in Clinical Nutrition, Internal and Functional Medicine, Dr. Nickens stresses the importance of taking a holistic approach to dig deep and determine the root causes of a person’s health challenges. Whether itis your nervous system, gut health, neurotransmitters, or something else, he recognizes how vital it is to look at the whole person.

Dr. Nickens and his wife (another chiropractor) Amber, their two kids, and two dogs sold their practice in Florida to move to Colorado to be closer to family (2 months before Hurricane Ian destroyed the area…phew!). In their free time, the Nickens family enjoys numerous outdoor pursuits, including hiking, camping, four-wheeling, hunting, fishing, climbing, and paddling.

Directions To Our Clinic Office
Our clinic is located in Arvada, CO.  From I-70, take exit 266 for CO-72/Ward Rd towards W 44th Ave. Turn right on to CO-72/Ward Road. You’ll go less than a mile before turning right on to W 53rd ave, and we’re in the building on your left.

Chiropractic Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are Chiropractors Doctors?

A: Yes. Doctors of Chiropractic (aka “Chiropractors), are not medical doctors, but go through a similar four year post-graduate school to become licensed in the field of Chiropractic care.

Q: What Does A Chiropractor Treat?

A: Chiropractors can address a variety of pain and dysfunction under their license. Some common issues they address are neck pain, back pain, sciatica, migraines, shoulder and joint pain, and can make recommendations that pertain to other issues such as sleep disorders, immune issues, GI problems, and more.

Q: What Is A Chiropractic Adjustment?

A: An adjustment is the using a specific, controlled force in a precise direction applied to a specific area of the body (usually the spine, but could also be elbow, knee, hip, or wrist) to create structural alignment and eliminate interference to the nervous system. This creates more mobility and improved function, reduction in pain, and an overall elevation in health and wellness.

Q: Do Adjustments Hurt?

A: Adjustments should not hurt. Most patients feel relief when receiving an adjustment. Some post-adjustment soreness is common for those starting care, similar to the feeling one gets when starting a new exercise program.

Q: Are Adjustments Safe?

A: Yes. Chiropractic care, provided by a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, is widely recognized as one of the safest, drug-free, non-invasive therapies available to address pain in the body.

Q: Why Do Adjustments Make That “Popping” or “Cracking” Sound?

A: That is the sound of air being released from joints. An adjustment affects the tissues that hold a joint together, and stretching those tissues releases small pockets of air.

Q: Are All Patients Adjusted The Same Way?

A: No. Adjustments are customized based on a patients individual physiology, symptoms, diagnostics, and structure. Each adjustment is designed for a specific outcome. A “one size fits all” approach is not something we utilize, or recommend.

Q: Will One Adjustment Remove All My Pain?

A: Probably not. There will likely be some immediate pain relief, but whatever is causing the pain will likely not be corrected in a single adjustment.

It’s best to think of Chiropractic care in the terms of other health activities like exercise, tooth brushing, or even taking medication. A single tooth-brushing does not eliminate all the plaque from a tooth. A single workout does not get someone their ideal physique. A single dosage of pain medication does not permanently remove all pain.

Q: Can I See A Chiropractor If I’m Pregnant?

A: Yes. Many pregnant women utilize Chiropractic care to relieve discomfort during pregnancy, and create an easier, more enjoyable birthing experience. Our clinic has worked with many pregnant women.

Q: Will I Need To Remove My Clothing At My Appointment?

A: No. In fact, we require you to be fully clothed at all appointments.

Q: Will I Need To Be Adjusted Forever?

A: No. You can be adjusted once, ongoing, or never. You are in charge of your care, at all times.

Here’s what we understand from research and experience: Whether it’s regular bathing, tooth brushing, exercise, or sleeping, these activities are simply choices people make to support their health, and their benefits are realized over time.

Chiropractic is both corrective in nature, and preventative in nature. It can “fix” things, and it can also prevent things from happening in the first place. Similar to the other activities listed above.

Where Chiropractic care fits into your priorities or lifestyle is 100% your choice, based on your goals, and we support your choice because it is your health.

Q: Why Would I Need X-Rays?

X-rays are used to understand what is happening within the body.

Check out the following X-ray:

What you see is a compression fracture. If we adjust this patient with a drop-table adjustment, they will be in so much pain they will leave the clinic crawling. This patient requires a very specific type of adjustment, delivered at a very specific angle, to get any kind of pain relief. We would never know that, without X-rays.

When it comes to health, we do not want to guess; we want to know we are actually helping a patient, and not making their problems worse. X-rays do that.

We also use them as a measure of progress. If someone has lost disk height, or spinal curvature, and they are experiencing the negative symptoms of that condition, then we want to track and manage the progress over time to improve it. We use objective diagnostics – like X-Rays – to hold ourselves accountable to progress.

Q: Does Chiropractic Care Really Work?

A: Yes. Please see our documented case studies, or our reviews online.

Q: How Long Is An Appointment?

A: It depends the type of appointment.

New patient appointments last 45 minutes.

Reports of Findings appointments last 30-45 minutes.

An adjustment lasts 5-7 minutes. A Decompression appointment lasts 15 minutes, as does a Class IV laser appointment.

A massage lasts 30 minutes, 60 minutes, or 90 minutes (depending on how long a massage you want).

Functional Movement Training lasts 60 minutes.

Functional Medicine Consultations last 15-30 minutes, as does Nutritional Counseling Appointments.

Re-Exam appointments last 15 minutes.