Dana L. Nelson, D.C.

Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, Certified Functional Strength Coach and Owner of Active Health Spine & Sport and Fuerza Functional Fitness. Dr. Nelson has a passion for working with active patients from youngsters, to collegiate athletes, to professionals to weekend warriors or those wanting to be more active. She uses a unique approach by utilizing functional assessments to diagnose and treat dysfunctional movement patterns that lead to conditions such as back pain, neck pain, headaches, shoulder pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, knee and foot pain, plantar fasciitis, tendinitis, bursitis and much more. Dr. Nelson utilizes chiropractic manipulation to the spine and extremities, corrective exercises, myofascial soft tissue manipulation, ultrasound and electrical muscle stimulation, nutritional counseling and lifestyle changes to improve patients’ quality of life. She also utilizes recovery tools such massage gun, stretching and recovery boots to help get patients back to the sport of life.

Dana L. Nelson, D.C. Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, Certified Functional Strength Coach and Own... Read More

Crystal Barsema completed her training at the Institute of Massage Therapy and Wellness, where she developed a strong foundation in therapeutic bodywork.

She has actively contributed to her community by volunteering her services at charity runs, women’s health events, and strength competitions. Crystal also has advanced her expertise by becoming a stretch specialist and deep tissue specialist.

She is passionate about helping clients better understand their bodies and believes that massage therapy plays an important role in the healing process. Crystal is dedicated to providing personalized care that supports each client’s overall wellness and long-term health goals.

Crystal Barsema completed her training at the Institute of Massage Therapy and Wellness, where sh... Read More

Christina is a 2008 graduate of La James International College in Davenport, Iowa. She is passionate about accompanying people on their wellness journeys. Christina helps individuals who have had injuries, those dealing with chronic pain, or need accelerated recovery by creating individualized massage treatment plans that include multiple modalities of massage therapy. She has additional training and education in cupping, deep tissue work and hot stone therapy.

Christina is a 2008 graduate of La James International College in Davenport, Iowa. She is passion... Read More

I’m Malaya Skidmore, the evening fitness coach here at Fuerza! I am originally from Missouri and have a Bachelors in Exercise Science. I am a certified American College of Sports Medicine personal trainer with three years of training experience. I value the power of movement and want to focus on helping individuals move in a more fluid, pain free way so they are able to enjoy all that life has to offer! In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with my boyfriend and two dogs, Scout and Bumi. We love to be adventurous and are always trying new things!

I’m Malaya Skidmore, the evening fitness coach here at Fuerza! I am originally from Missouri and ... Read More

Sharla is one of our Certified Functional Strength Coaches + Front Desk Support Team Member and has been employed at Active Health since February 2021. With an infectious positive attitude, Sharla brings her personal experience and a passion for putting people first. From her dedicated service in the US Navy to her creative talents as a licensed cosmetologist, Sharla has always been driven by a deep commitment to serving others. Now, as a newly Certified Yoga Instructor + Functional Fitness Coach, she is embarking on a journey to inspire and empower others on their own health and wellness paths.

Sharla is one of our Certified Functional Strength Coaches + Front Desk Support Team Member and h... Read More