Dr. Ken Nakamura Downtown Toronto Chiropractor

No. You do not need a referral from a doctor to see a chiropractor in Ontario. You can book an appointment directly by calling (647) 849 9465. Dr. Ken will conduct a thorough assessment at your first visit to determine the best course of treatment for your condition.

Chiropractic care has not been covered by OHIP since 2004. However, most extended health benefit plans through employers (such as Sun Life, Manulife, Blue Cross, and Green Shield) include chiropractic coverage. If you have workplace benefits, check your plan details for the number of visits and dollar amount covered per year. Health Spending Accounts (HSAs) also typically cover chiropractic care.

Your first visit includes a comprehensive assessment where Dr. Ken evaluates your condition through a detailed history, physical examination, and orthopedic and neurological testing as needed. This is not a rushed appointment. Dr. Ken takes the time to understand what is causing your pain, explains his findings clearly, and begins treatment if appropriate on the same visit. You will also receive a personalized treatment plan.

This depends entirely on your specific condition, its severity, and how long you have had it. Many patients notice meaningful improvement within the first few visits. Dr. Ken does not believe in keeping patients coming back unnecessarily. Through his C3 Program (Customization, re-Checking, and Communication), your progress is monitored at every visit and your treatment plan is adjusted accordingly.

Chiropractors specialize in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal and nervous system disorders, with a focus on spinal manipulation and joint mobilization. Physiotherapists focus primarily on exercise based rehabilitation and movement restoration. For many conditions, especially those involving joint restriction, spinal issues, or nerve irritation, chiropractic care can provide faster relief. Dr. Ken also incorporates rehabilitation exercises, dry needling, and acupuncture into his treatment, giving you a more complete approach.

Yes. Dr. Ken is experienced in treating post concussion syndrome, which can include persistent headaches, dizziness, brain fog, light sensitivity, and neck pain. Concussion recovery is not just about resting. It involves addressing the vestibular system, the cervical spine, and the neurological components that keep symptoms going. Dr. Ken uses a combination of manual therapy, vestibular rehabilitation, and individualized protocols to help patients return to work, school, and sport safely.

Yes. As a Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner (CCSP) and the current chiropractor for the Scarborough Shooting Stars of the Canadian Elite Basketball League, Dr. Ken treats a wide range of sports injuries including shoulder impingement, rotator cuff issues, ankle sprains, knee sprains and strains, wrist injuries, muscle strains, and overuse conditions like runner’s knee and shin splints. His approach focuses on accurate diagnosis, targeted treatment, and getting you back to full activity.

Dr. Ken’s training goes well beyond standard adjustments. His toolkit includes chiropractic spinal manipulation, medical acupuncture, dry needling, Active Release Technique, Graston technique, shockwave therapy, concussion rehabilitation, TMJ treatment, individualized sports rehabilitation programs, custom orthotics, and ergonomic guidance. The right combination of techniques is selected based on your specific condition.

This is actually one of the most common reasons patients come to Dr. Ken. Many of his patients have seen multiple practitioners before finding him. His thorough assessment process often identifies issues that were previously missed, and his customized treatment approach is designed specifically for complex and stubborn cases. If your pain has not improved with other treatment, it does not mean nothing can be done. It may mean the real source of the problem has not been identified yet.

You can book an appointment by calling (647) 849 9465. The clinic is located at Push Pounds Sports Medicine, 55 University Ave, Mezzanine Floor (2nd Floor), Toronto, ON M5J 2H7. The clinic is open Monday through Sunday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. No referral is needed.