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Weight Loss PTx™ red light therapy at LightLab Wellness in Clive Iowa
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Weight Loss PTx™ in Clive, Iowa
Support Your Body Composition Goals with Light

Combines our patent-pending fat-loss setting with a 10-minute vibration session and workout videos to support your body composition and longevity goals. Serving Clive, West Des Moines, Urbandale, Johnston, Waukee, Grimes, Ankeny, and the greater Des Moines metro.

Research & Wellness Statement

LightLab's system is designed to support local circulation, cellular energy, and relaxation of muscle spasms. Combined with nutrition coaching and personalized wellness plans, our Weight Loss PTx™ program supports body composition goals as part of a complete lifestyle approach.

The Science

How Weight Loss PTx™ Works in Clive, Iowa

LightLab's patent-pending fat-loss setting uses specific wavelengths designed to temporarily support fat cell metabolism as part of a comprehensive wellness program. Combined with nutrition guidance, movement coaching, and personalized plans, this approach supports your body's natural metabolic activity. Sessions are 15 minutes, non-invasive, and require no downtime. After your session, enjoy a 10-minute vibration session with guided workout videos to help activate your results.

What the Research Suggests

Patent-pending fat-loss setting designed to support body composition goals
Research suggests specific wavelengths may temporarily increase fat cell membrane permeability
designed to support local circulation and cellular energy
Non-invasive with no surgery, no injections, or downtime
Designed to complement healthy diet and exercise programs
May support metabolic function and energy as part of a wellness routine

Research suggests that specific light wavelengths may temporarily affect fat cell membranes. LightLab's patent-pending fat-loss setting is designed to be used as part of a comprehensive wellness program including nutrition, movement, and coaching. Results vary and are not guaranteed. Individual lifestyle factors significantly impact outcomes.

Weight Loss PTx™ at LightLab Wellness Clive Iowa
Professional full-body red light therapy system at LightLab Wellness Clive Iowa
Advanced Healing Light Therapy

Professional Full-Body Technology

This is not a consumer-grade light panel. LightLab uses a professional full-body light therapy system that delivers precise wavelengths across your entire body in a single 15-minute session — the same technology used by wellness clinics and professional athletes nationwide.

620-670nm
Red: Skin & Surface
800-950nm
Near-Infrared: Deep Tissue
950-1200nm
Infrared: Circulation
15 min
Full-Body Session
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Is This For You?

Who Benefits from Weight Loss PTx™?

People working toward body composition and wellness goals
Those who've plateaued with diet and exercise alone
Anyone seeking a non-invasive complement to their wellness routine
People with metabolic health and energy goals
Those wanting science-backed support alongside healthy habits
Serving the Des Moines Metro

Weight Loss Near You in Clive, Iowa

LightLab's Weight Loss PTx™ program is available at our Clive studio at 12851 University Ave #300 on Medical Row — the west side's healthcare corridor between Iowa Methodist Medical Center and MercyOne West Des Moines, surrounded by UnityPoint Clinic, Iowa Weight Loss Specialists, and dozens of specialty practices. We're directly off the NW 86th Street exit from I-35/80, minutes from Jordan Creek Town Center, Valley West Mall, and the Mills Civic Parkway corridor in West Des Moines. Clients seeking a non-invasive weight loss service drive from the Woodlands and Country Club Glen neighborhoods in Clive, the Merle Hay Road and Douglas Avenue corridors in Urbandale, the NW 62nd Avenue district near Terra Park in Johnston, the Kettlestone and Grand Prairie Parkway developments in Waukee, and the Prairie Trail neighborhood in Ankeny. Whether you're near Raccoon River Park, Living History Farms, Camp Dodge, or the Ingersoll Avenue corridor in Des Moines, LightLab is your closest professional weight loss and red light therapy studio on the west side of the metro. No semaglutide, no surgery, no injections — just a 15-minute session combined with nutrition coaching and a personalized wellness plan. We also serve clients from Grimes along NE Magazine Road and the SE Grimes Boulevard corridor near the South Sports Complex, residents of Windsor Heights along University Avenue and the Valley Junction shopping district in historic West Des Moines, the Beaverdale neighborhood near Beaver Avenue and Urbandale Avenue in Des Moines, and the Merle Hay corridor from the Merle Hay Mall north to Johnston. Downtown Des Moines professionals from the Court Avenue District, East Village, Western Gateway, and the Principal Financial Group campus find us a quick 15-minute drive west on I-235 to the NW 86th Street exit. Drake University students and faculty along University Avenue are just 10 minutes east of our studio. From Ankeny, take I-35 south to the NW 86th Street exit — we're convenient for residents near DMACC, Prairie Ridge, and the Uptown Ankeny district along SW State Street. Norwalk residents reach us via I-35 north to I-80 west, exiting at NW 86th — about 20 minutes from the Norwalk Town Square and Cherry Glen Road area. From Altoona and Pleasant Hill near Prairie Meadows, Adventureland, and the Bass Pro Shops at the Outlets of Des Moines, take I-80 west directly to our NW 86th Street exit — a straight 20-minute drive. Bondurant residents along Highway 65 connect via I-80 west for easy access. From Polk City and the Saylorville Lake recreation area, take NW Beaver Drive south to I-35/80 and exit at NW 86th Street. Residents near Jester Park, Big Creek State Park, and the Saylorville Dam are just 25 minutes north. We're also convenient for those along the Hickman Road corridor through Urbandale and Clive, the EP True Parkway and South 50th Street growth area in West Des Moines, the Fleur Drive and Gray's Lake Park area in south Des Moines, the Grand Avenue and Ingersoll corridor, the 2nd Avenue and Euclid Avenue corridors in north Des Moines, and the SE 14th Street and Army Post Road area in the south metro. Major employers near our studio include the Wells Fargo campus on Jordan Creek Parkway, Hy-Vee corporate headquarters on Westown Parkway, John Deere Financial and Corteva Agriscience in Johnston, the Facebook/Meta data center in Altoona, and Pioneer Hi-Bred along Merle Hay Road. Whether you work at these campuses or live in surrounding communities like Dallas Center, Adel along the Raccoon River Valley Trail, De Soto near the Raccoon River, Cumming, Mitchellville, or Elkhart, LightLab Wellness is the Des Moines metro's professional weight loss and red light therapy destination.

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Neighborhoods & Areas We Serve for Weight Loss

Clive & Windsor Heights

The Woodlands, Country Club Glen, University Ave corridor, Hickman Road, Clive Aquatic Center area

West Des Moines

Jordan Creek, Valley Junction, Valley West Mall, EP True Parkway, Mills Civic, Wells Fargo campus, Hy-Vee HQ

Urbandale & Johnston

Merle Hay corridor, Douglas Ave, Terra Park, Camp Dodge, John Deere Financial, Corteva, Pioneer Hi-Bred

Waukee & Grimes

Kettlestone, Grand Prairie Parkway, Waukee Town Square, SE Grimes Blvd, South Sports Complex, NE Magazine Rd

Ankeny & North Metro

Prairie Trail, DMACC, Uptown Ankeny, Prairie Ridge, Polk City, Saylorville Lake, Big Creek, Jester Park

Des Moines & Beaverdale

Court Ave, East Village, Western Gateway, Drake University, Ingersoll, Grand Ave, Gray's Lake, Water Works Park

Norwalk & South Metro

Norwalk Town Square, Cherry Glen Road, SE 14th Street, Army Post Road, Blank Park Zoo, Fleur Drive south

Altoona & Pleasant Hill

Prairie Meadows, Adventureland, Bass Pro Shops, Outlets of Des Moines, Facebook/Meta data center, Copper Creek

Bondurant & East

Highway 65 corridor, Iowa State Fairgrounds area, Mitchellville, Elkhart, Runnells, eastern Polk County

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FAQ

Common Questions About Weight Loss PTx™ in Clive

What results can I expect?
Results vary based on individual factors, diet, and activity level. Light therapy is designed to complement healthy lifestyle habits, not replace them. Clients from Clive, West Des Moines, Urbandale, and across the metro who combine sessions with nutrition and movement coaching report the best outcomes. We do not make specific weight loss claims.
How is this different from CoolSculpting or liposuction?
Light therapy is completely non-invasive with no downtime, no anesthesia, and no recovery period. Unlike surgical weight loss options available in the Des Moines metro, LightLab's approach works with your body's natural metabolic processes as part of a comprehensive wellness program including nutrition and movement coaching.
Do I need to exercise after sessions?
After your light therapy session, we provide a 10-minute vibration session with guided workout videos to help activate your results. No treadmill required. Many clients combine their LightLab sessions with workouts at nearby gyms along University Ave, the YMCA, or Lifetime Fitness near Jordan Creek.
How do I get to LightLab from West Des Moines or Waukee?
From West Des Moines, take University Ave west past Valley West Mall — we're at 12851 University Ave #300 in Clive, just past NW 128th Street. From Waukee, take I-80 east to the NW 86th Street exit, then head south to University Ave and turn west. We're on Medical Row, surrounded by hospitals and clinics, with plenty of free parking.
Is LightLab a good alternative to semaglutide or Ozempic?
LightLab offers a completely drug-free approach to body composition. Unlike semaglutide clinics in the Des Moines area, our Weight Loss PTx™ program combines red light therapy with nutrition coaching, movement guidance, and personalized wellness plans. There are no injections, no prescriptions, and no side effects. Many clients choose LightLab because they want to support their weight loss goals naturally.
How do I get to LightLab from Ankeny or north of Des Moines?
From Ankeny, take I-35 south to the NW 86th Street exit, then head south to University Avenue and turn west. We're at 12851 University Ave #300 in Clive. The drive from Uptown Ankeny, Prairie Ridge, or the DMACC campus takes about 15 minutes. From Polk City or the Saylorville Lake area, take NW Beaver Drive south to I-35/80 and exit at NW 86th Street. From Grimes, head south on SE Grimes Boulevard to I-80 east, then exit at NW 86th Street south.
Can I visit LightLab from Norwalk, Altoona, or Pleasant Hill?
Absolutely. From Norwalk, take I-35 north to I-80 west and exit at NW 86th Street — about 20 minutes. From Altoona or Pleasant Hill near Prairie Meadows and the Outlets of Des Moines, take I-80 west directly to our NW 86th Street exit — a straight shot, about 20 minutes. From Bondurant, connect to I-80 west via Highway 65. LightLab is centrally located for the entire Des Moines metro.
Is LightLab convenient for downtown Des Moines workers?
Yes. If you work downtown near the Court Avenue District, East Village, Western Gateway, or the Principal Financial campus, LightLab is a quick 15-minute drive west on I-235. Take I-235 west to I-35/80 and exit at NW 86th Street south. We're also convenient for Drake University faculty and students — just 10 minutes west on University Avenue. Many professionals stop in before or after work for a 15-minute weight loss session.
What neighborhoods are closest to LightLab for weight loss?
Our studio at 12851 University Ave #300 in Clive is on Medical Row, surrounded by hospitals and clinics. The closest neighborhoods include the Woodlands and Country Club Glen in Clive, Windsor Heights along University Avenue, the Merle Hay and Douglas Avenue corridors in Urbandale, the NW 62nd Avenue area near Terra Park in Johnston, and the Valley West and Jordan Creek areas of West Des Moines. We're also a short drive from Beaverdale, Grimes, Waukee's Kettlestone development, and the EP True Parkway corridor.

What Clive & Des Moines Clients Say

"I've been coming to LightLab for three months for pain support and the difference is remarkable. My lower back feels so much better and I have more energy throughout the day. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable."

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Sarah M.
Clive, IA

"Started the Weight Loss PTx program and I'm genuinely impressed. Down two sizes in 8 weeks. The sessions are relaxing and the team keeps me accountable. Best investment I've made in my health."

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Tom R.
West Des Moines, IA

"My skin looks better than it has in years. The Skin PTx sessions have made a noticeable difference in my complexion, firmer, clearer, and more even. I tell everyone about this place."

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Jennifer K.
Urbandale, IA

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Located at 12851 University Ave #300, Clive, Iowa, serving the entire Des Moines metro. Book online or call us today.

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The Weight Loss PTx™ program is designed to support body composition goals as part of a healthy lifestyle program including diet and exercise. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual results vary significantly. Consult your physician before starting any new wellness program.