Whether you're dealing with restricted and/or painful movement in your joints or muscles or you require treatment for your arthritis, our clinic is here to help you get moving again. NUCCA is a form of chiropractic care that uses a procedure focused on correcting a small misalignment of the neck. Chiropractic is a regulated health profession that centers on the musculoskeletal system and nervous system.
Learn more about our booking process and use our online booking service to plan your next visit. This correction ultimately restores optimal balance to the entire spinal column. Our office has been providing NUCCA care since 1983. The NUCCA adjustment has been beneficial for many people who have suffered from pain caused by the activities of their daily life, as well as from car accidents, work injuries and sport injuries.
Learn more about our booking process and use our online booking service to plan your next visit. This correction ultimately restores optimal balance to the entire spinal column. Our office has been providing NUCCA care since 1983. The NUCCA adjustment has been beneficial for many people who have suffered from pain caused by the activities of their daily life, as well as from car accidents, work injuries and sport injuries.
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Dr. Dwain Ingram was the first to bring the NUCCA method to Vancouver Island in 1978. He was honored at an entire conference in Minneaplois, MN in November titled " A Celebration of a NUCCA innovator and clincian extrordinaire" where NUCCA doctors worldwide celebrated his dedication and commitment to our profession.
In 1978 Dr. Dwain Ingram came to Nanaimo, BC and was the first to offer the NUCCA technique in the region. In 1983, Dr. Ingram registered Long Lake Chiropractic with the National Upper Cervical Association or NUCCA and over the years has trained many doctors at this location. Long Lake Chiropractic Centre focuses on "Making Life Easier" every day for members of the practice and has been twice awarded for excellence in the service provided.
Chiropractic is a regulated health profession that centers on the musculoskeletal system and nervous system. Derived from the Greek words "chiro" and "praxis" meaning "done by hand", Chiropractic takes a hands-on, proactive approach to health. Your chiropractor's goal is to diagnose your spinal condition, develop an individualized treatment plan and provide education around injury prevention.
Your spine runs down the centre of your body from the base of your skull to your tailbone. Protecting your spinal cord and related essential nerves which make up the central nervous system. Because the spine plays such a key role in the functions of the body, it is easy to see why proper spinal care is important to your overall health and wellness.
Many of us take our spine for granted when it is healthy. Once we feel pain however, we begin to understand how our spine affects our lives much more than we initially thought. This column spans your entire torso, from the base of your skull, all the way down to your pelvis. Discs made of a gel like substance contained in fibrous tissue are found in between each vertebra.
Reviews (9)
Merrick Walters
Oct 10, 2021
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Lana De Marco
Apr 24, 2021
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Dr. Amber Kenmuir is an awesome chiropractor. She is quick, calm and communicative. The NUCCA technique that she uses is One of the most gentle procedures I’ve ever had for correcting the alignment of my back. Thanks to her adjustments, I live a higher quality of life. I am sorry to hear you have to leave. All the best in your new town Amber.
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Chris Martin Personal Real Estate Corporation
Aug 08, 2020
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Long Lake Chiropractic Centre has been helping my family with superb chiropractic care for several years. Dr. Shawn Thomas does much more than relieve painful misalignment, headaches, tension and more... He provides pain-free days, restful nights and keeps the family's athletes in the game. Thank you Dr. Shawn Thomas and the entire team at the Long Lake Chiropractic Centre.
Maria S. Lee
Jul 27, 2020
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Dr. Amber Kenmuir is of great help to me. After many falls during my horseback riding career, I have completely wrecked my neck. Not only does she straighten it out , she also fixes my metatarsals & my torn rotator cuffs.
She is patient & knowledgeable. Every visit is a wonderful experience : I have better balance, clearer mind & my feet don't hurt.
This kind of chiropractic approach is a must for anyone who has experienced concussions.
She is patient & knowledgeable. Every visit is a wonderful experience : I have better balance, clearer mind & my feet don't hurt.
This kind of chiropractic approach is a must for anyone who has experienced concussions.
Carolyn Morris
Jun 02, 2020
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Ron Newsham
Dec 23, 2019
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I started going to Dr. Shawn Thomas about 7 years ago after a recommendation from a friend. I knew I had a problem in my neck from previous consultation with another very good NUCCA Chiropractic Dr. in another city some 40 years ago. I started to experience sever back pain and would walk crooked with the pain for several weeks once or twice a year. It would start by just bending over to pick something up.After putting myself in the care of Dr. Thomas I have never had another back problem since. I do a lot of physical work, and some of it heavy lifting. I am very happy with the results and quality
Carole Nelson
Aug 26, 2019
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I started seeing Shawn Thomas 5 yrs. ago when I moved to the island. I was apprehensive at first with the initial expense of the xrays, but at the same time impressed with Shawn's need to see exactly what was going on before he started treatment! I previously had regular chiropractic treatments, acupuncture and physio that just weren't fixing the problem. NUCCA was my fix! I see Shawn once a month for maintenance now. His staff Louise and his receptionist are fantastic! When I have a problem they've always fit me in. That's unusual in this day of medical treatment. I highly recommend Long Lake
Tracy Larsen
Aug 07, 2019
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A neck issue prevented me from having a good nights sleep and doing the things I really enjoy during the day. The pain and discomfort was taking me down the pharmaceutical trail along with a variety of home remedies, but nothing was working. That is until I started going to Long Lake Chiropractic Center under Dr Amber's care. Dr Amber's (NUCCA Practitioner) was able to pinpoint my neck issue and immediately treat it, giving me relief and after only 2 treatments I was feeling much better and able to get back to normal life. Thank you Dr Amber :)
Lesley Neufeld
Jul 10, 2019
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As a regular at Long Lake Chiropractic, I am enthusiastic about the excellent treatment that I receive that keeps my spine in alignment. Dr. Thomas is kind, caring, and focused on optimal health for his patients. I especially like NUCCA adjustments as they are gentle and effective. Thanks to Dr. Thomas I am perking along just fine for 67 years of age!
