Chiropractic Health Care helps optimizes your health

I have always been an advocate for health care. I recently discovered the wonders of chiropractic care which I once shared on my blog. In this day and age, I believe we should look for something that will be beneficial to our health because life is indeed precious. No matter how we try to defy aging, we will all grow old and our bodies will eventually deteriorate. So as early as now, we must try to do something to make sure we old gracefully. 

Aging and arthritis are not synonymous and can be prevented or even partially reversed with regular chiropractic care along with wellness lifestyle which includes proper diet, nutrition and regular exercise.

Spinal degeneration is the wear and tear of the disc and joints from our spine which eventually leads to reduced height of the vertebrae, narrowing of the spinal canal, the formation of bony growth called Osteophytes as well as pressure on our nerves as they pass through the spine.

What can Chiropractors help you with?

If you happen to experience an aching back or a stiff neck, you might benefit from a chiropractic adjustment. They aren't necessarily medical doctors but they are still trained medical professionals who use their hands to relieve pain in the spine and in other affected areas of your body that needs the necessary adjustment. 

In my recent blog post, I had shared with you my very first visit to Mabuhay Chiropractic Clinic where I had my assessment by Nick Fleming, the resident chiropractor at their SM North Edsa The Block branch. 

My First Visit at Mabuhay Chiropractic Clinic

Purple Plum Fairy visits Mabuhay Chiropractic Clinic at SM North Edsa The Block for the first time

For a lot of people, a visit to a chiropractor is a necessity only when they get twisted or when they have a stiff neck. In reality, you may not even be aware of it, but you might have a problem with your spine and wouldn’t know it unless you see a specialist. Your headache, neck pain, and even knee pain may be caused by a small dislocation. 

Mabuhay Chiropractic Clinic reception area welcomes you with a smile from their staff so you'd feel right at home & comfortable.

If you’ve never visited a chiropractor before, chances are you might be as clueless as I am. Just like me, you must be wondering what to expect during your first visit at the chiropractor. I had so many questions going on in my mind prior to my visit: “Will it hurt afterwards?” “Will they be requiring me to have my spinal X-ray? I was so excited yesterday while I was accompanied by my fiancé Jason (who also became my personal driver and photographer at the time. Thanks, hun!) during my first visit to Mabuhay Chiropractic Clinic at SM North Edsa, The Block. What exactly goes on during the chiropractic appointment? Read on and find out as I share with you what has happened during my first appointment.

The clinic has a cozy vibe to make patients comfortable

On the wall is a corner where one can read the patients' testimonials

When my fiancé Jason and I arrived at the Mabuhay Chiropractic Clinic yesterday, I wasn’t sure exactly what to expect. Although I have been to a chiropractic clinic before but the experience was different since I had only interviewed the chiropractor at the time yet there was no first-hand experience.

The minute I stepped inside Mabuhay Chiropractic Clinic, I was immediately greeted by their friendly and professional staff. I was asked to fill out a paper with all the necessary information including the pain I had been experiencing in the past 6 months. Once I had completed the form, I was then taken in to see their in-house chiropractic doctor, Dr. Nick Fleming. Dr. Fleming is an American, born and raised in Minnesota, USA. He went to the New College Science Institute and Life West Chiropractic College. He moved to Thailand where he also worked for 10 years where he was also introduced to integrative medicine and became the head chiropractor for a large clinic in Bangkok, Thailand. Dr. Fleming also took advance studies of chiropractic and healing arts. His specialization includes active release technique (used by athlete’s around the world), cranial nerve rehab and neurological testing and rehab. 

Purple Plum Fairy awaits her Chiropractic doctor Nick Fleming inside the treatment room

Fleming discussed the symptoms that I had been experiencing in the past few months and he asked me some questions. I told him that there were some trigger points on my shoulder blades as well as some neck pains, occasional headaches, leg cramps, and feet issues. I also have problems with my posture as I got so used to being in a slouch position and my prolonged sitting also didn’t help at all. I used to put topical analgesics on them hoping the pain would get better on its own but it wasn’t getting any better so I thought it would be smart to visit Mabuhay Chiropractic Clinic and have myself checked.