Reviews of Dr Ken Nakamura Downtown Toronto Chiropractor (Chiropractor)

Sandeep Raj

Dr.Ken is a man with Magic hands. I had faced persistent lower back pain for more than a year due to long distance running, high intensity workouts and poor posture. To get the pain treated, I visited various Chiropractors and Physiotherapists in Toronto. With all due respect to the other specialists, none of them could completely alleviate my pain. After being referred to Dr.Ken by a friend, I visited him and instantly he could diagnose what the problem was and treat it. His school of thought and treatment styles are unique, seem simple yet highly effective. With his hands-on treatment for 6 weeks and some homework (core exercises/stretches) he prescribed, I could see a significant improvement in my back condition. It is very important to follow the plan he proposes to see quick results. He sets the right expectations and stresses importance on proper form and good postures and their importance for maintaining a healthy back. With his treatment and some guidance from a running consultant, I was finally able to get back to running without noticing significant pain for long durations. Whenever I feel any soreness or discomfort in the lower back, I do my stretches and exercises he suggested. If those doesn't provide me a complete relief, I visit Dr.Ken and he fixes it in one or two appointments. Looking at the way he examines my back and fixes it, feels like he understands my back more than any other specialist or a machine ever did. It is such a mental relief to have him an appointment away.

AL Wong

Fixing pains and aches is a tricky business, at least based on my constant search for new therapists, but what I like about Dr Ken is his methods are feedback-based. He will listen to you, try, then you have to be prepared to provide feedback (good or bad), then he adjusts the approach until what fits you is achieved. He will also give you homework which you must do! I'll definitely go back and highly recommend for anyone who's dealing with chronic and puzzling kinks.

Shehram Khan

I had received multiple treatments for herniated disk from another Chiropractor but was not seeing any improvement I decided to see Dr. Ken (recommended by my brother). He diagnosed my on the first visit and I felt the difference right away. I would highly recommend Dr. Ken

Rajni Mala Khelawan

I went to Dr Nakamura because he was rated as being number 1 chiropractor (with over 350 5 star reviews) on rate my doctor site; he is also known to be the last stop (i.e. after him, you won't have to seek another doctor as you will be better!). Due to a physio mishap, I ended up with balance issues, neck sprain, head and full body tremors, insomnia (I slept maybe 3 hours per night and would wake up with stiff face, stiff hands and legs). I was completing Graduate Studies and thought I would fail. I saw another chiro and things got worse instead of improving. My first visit, dr ken fixed my balance issue. He told me i will be fixed in 6 treatments and he kept his word. After 6 treatments, I had no tremors, no insomnia, mild muscle stiffness, and was able to focus on my studies again. One reviewer had stated he was cold when he had met him and never pursued treatment with him. I found that from day 1 he was interested in me getting better, though it takes him time to warm up. But once he starts seeing you regularly, he shows you his warm and kind hearted side by putting you, the patient's needs and well being first. I would highly recommend him! Also, his front desk staff is very professional, friendly, and I have never had any issues with direct billing, which is a bonus! During Covid, they really follow regulations.

Omair Z

I was struggling with back pain for almost 4 months, visited 2 different local chiropractors plus 1 physiotherapist but none of them were able to address the issue. Found Dr Ken through ratemds and I honestly couldn’t be happier with the results, barely visited him twice, and my back pain was gone! I am honestly indebted to Dr Ken for relieving me of that constant pain! Highly recommended

F K

Dr Nakamura was the only person who helped me with all my problems. I can't say thank you enough. Fantastic.

Matt Tannous

Dr. Ken Nakamura was great to deal with. I made an appointment with him after finding him on google. I really hurt myself while working out and was bed ridden for a couple days until I saw Dr. Ken. He diagnosed me and treated me right away. I saw improvements immediately after my first, second, and third visit. I'd recommend anyone to visit Dr. Ken if they were in my shoes. Great diagnosis, explanation, treatment, and assignment of exercises to help mitigate my issue. Thanks Dr. Ken!

Mohammed Abdelhay

Dr Ken is great. I have a herniated disc and he was the only Chiro who diagnosed it correctly and helped me work on it. He is very attentive and would send me excersizes to work on at home and would check on on me. He also took extra time to treat me during our sessions and explained to me what he was doing. I would highly recommend him! Moe

thom paulozza

Dr. Ken Nakamura's approach to identifying your immediate needs is unlike any other physician I have encountered. His benevolent nature spills well into his practice as a chiropractor and physiotherapist. I at first approached Ken with concerns about my back. I was unaware of the severity and state of by back issues. Our first visit was met with a thorough look at some recent x-rays that helped Ken to talk me through the problems and his concerns. He spared as much time as it took to make sure I understood the facts and what roads were ahead in terms preventative measure and improvements in quality of life. Now months later, I can say for certain that his treatment plan has provided great improvements. What is really worth mentioning though is that when I first met with Ken, I had recently had a major surgery for a broken arm. Even though I was there for my back, he identified the obstacle of my recovery from the break - the effects of the injury were affecting everything, including my back. He again spared no effort to include some very effective therapy to help me regain my mobility from the injury, intern a concomitant side effect of this treatment were the benefits to my back. All said, Ken is an extremely talented and well educated Doctor, with no shortage of good will. I would, and have, recommended him and will continue to do so. T

Zohaib Noorani

Dr Ken is not just a great doctor but a great person as well. He provides a therapy that is extremely personalized - I absolutely love the fact that he tries so hard to understand your condition and therapy goals. I have seen great results so far with his therapy. I would highly recommend Dr Ken if you are looking for a chiropractor. Edit: I feel that Dr Ken only cares for you until you write for him a google or RateMD review. Today, he was rude and unempathetic towards me when I asked a question, which he could have answered with a smile and compassion. I would suggest Dr Ken, if he is having a bad day to not offload his emotions on to his patients.

Sajia López-Fonseca Hidalgo

Dr. Ken has helped with with my neck and back pain since day 1. I used to have headaches for 2-3 days in a row due to my neck pain, but now I've gotten significantly better. I recommend him 100%.

Sarah Ludgate

I initially saw Ken a few years ago to address chronic low back pain. He advised on what he thought the issue was and after an MRI, I realized he was right. I have seen other health care practitioners but Ken has reduced my pain, immensely. He is outstanding in his field and I am thankful to wake up in far less pain, as I continue to visit him. He adjusts my back but more importantly, does a LOT of active release and provides exercises for maintenance. I'm a fairly active person and enjoy the deep and somewhat intense treatments but the way I feel a couple days after a treatment is mind blowing. I feel my mind is more clear, my body feels better overall and I stand taller. Highly recommend Dr. Ken!

Koray ÖZBEK

I have received great care here and the staff is very friendly and helpful! Dr. Nakamura is very kind. Chiropractic treatment helped me to understand my chronic back pain problem and explain how we would correct it. I am very pleased with the results. It has nearly disappeared. Thanks to Dr. Nakamura, he is awesome!

Patrick Alcedo

Before meeting Dr. Nakamura, I had been going from one chiropractor after another. After having been treated by Ken, I can't imagine seeing another chiropractor. While others only saw me for a few minutes, and treated me like a number, Ken addressed my problems until the bitter end. It's only under his care that my lower back is no longer in pain and my trigger finger has become asymptomatic. Every time I see him, he exudes genuine care in providing me with the best treatment. In my estimation, chiropractic medicine fits him like a glove. His hands are truly healing hands!

Alexander Stanley

Dr. Nakamura is amazing. His approach is very unique and highly customized. He always listens to your concerns and understands what needs to be treated. He doesn't just remove the symptoms, he gets to the bottom of the symptom and targets the cause. Highly recommend!

Rosie AB

Dr. Nakamura has been the only clinician able to provide relief to my shoulder and neck. Thank you.

Dilys Haner

I've been seeing Dr. Ken since my regular chiro went on maternity leave and now I want to stay with him! I've been seeing a chiro off and on since I was in a car accident in 1989 and Dr. Ken is among the best I've visited. I have a particular adjustment that I require regularly -- historically, my body has always tightened up and fought the adjustment requiring the chiro to attempt to adjust me multiple times and causing a lot of pain. But every time, Dr. Ken gets the adjustment on the first try - without fail! I think this is largely due to him carefully explaining things to me ahead of time and using active release techniques to get my muscles to relax before adjustments. But he also has a winning personality - great bedside manner! I've never felt rushed and I've seen steady improvement with my difficult case since I've been seeing him (and this after plateauing with a former chiro). I have and would recommend him to my friends - HIGHLY recommend him! Great downtown Toronto chiropractor.

G Zanfir

Doctor Nakamura fixed my lower back and hip when no one else could. Before going to doctor Nakamura I had been through the hands of at least 4 chiropractors as well as physiotherapy, x-rays, you name it. It had gotten to the point that 1 chiropractor in Oakville told me there was nothing he could do other than steroid shots. Going to doctor Nakamura completely changed track and got me mobile and pain free again. It took regular visits weekly at first until he fixed me, then once a month for maintenance, and it's the best investment in my health and lifestyle I have made to date. I can now do do kids' activities and sports I could not dream of before. Highly recommend.

Kristina Rapson

Dr Nakamura has a magic touch. He somehow knows exactly where you have pain or discomfort without you having to say anything. I have been seeing many different practitioners my whole life (physio, massage, osteopath), struggling with many issues that get temporarily resolved, only to come back a week after treatment. Since I've started seeing Dr Nakamura, the issues that seemed to be chronic in the past are not coming back. One of my biggest issues has been arthritis in my big toe, that most other practitioners are afraid to do much with other than gentle movements, but again, never make a lasting difference in my pain or range of motion. Dr. Nakamura has given me an incredible range of motion I didn't have for many years in just one session. I recommend him to anyone and everyone. He is phenomenal.

Bonnie R

I started visiting Dr. Ken last year due to constant pain in my lower back and right leg. It was close to impossible to sit for a long time. He managed to fix my back and stretch my leg in only three treatments. It helped me a lot for my trip. After a year of traveling I resumed with the treatments. I also have a problem with my left arm for over 20 years, it's limited in motion and painful. After only two treatments, I could move my arm almost without pain! That was incredible! I was so excited that I could actually do simple things like lifting my arm above my head without issues. He explained what exercises I need to do in order to improve my posture and make my muscles stronger. I've been following his advice and I feel much better now, my lower back and leg don't hurt like before and my arm is more flexible. Very knowledgeable doctor, professional, excellent personality, you couldn't ask for more.

Kim H

I came to see Dr. Ken after suffering a shoulder injury as a result of a bad fall. I had never seen a chiropractor before and did not know what to expect. Dr. Ken answered all of my questions clearly and made me feel very comfortable. After just 3 treatments I have made an almost complete recovery. I am very pleased with my experience and would most definitely recommend Dr. Ken.

Cerrone Online

I’ve suffered with sciatica for 6 years, and finally searched and found Dr. Nakamura. He is sincerely interested in helping you improve as quickly as possible and to ensure you self heal. He not only provides in clinic adjustments but tells you what to do on your own to get better at home. I was a previous skeptic of chiropractic treatment, after visiting others for simple problems, which seemed to keep lingering for the better part of a year without much improvement. Not so with Dr. Ken. Don’t take only my word for it. Look at everyone else’s reviews. If you want significant improvement and preventive maintenance, Dr. Nakamura is the clear choice.

paula stearn

I started seeing Dr. Nakamura as I was having extreme pain in my lower back coupled with pain and numbness in the front of my thigh and groin area for almost one month. The pain was so intense I could barely walk. At first I saw my GP who only gave me painkillers (which did not help) and then started seeing a physiotherapist which as well did not seem to be helping. I started researching online and found that Dr. Nakamura had great results with his patients so decided to meet with him. After the first visit I immediately felt the pain was drastically reduced. I have now seen him only four times and the pain is almost completely gone!!!! He has as well given me exercises to do which have helped immensely and hopefully will prevent future pain. I am so grateful to have met him and would highly recommend him for chiropractic care.

Ana C. Blanchard

Very professional, punctual and respectful. Treatments were very effective for my back pain, with some stretches and exercises to be done at home as well. Very transparently explained the risks of cervical adjustment.

Angie M

I had been going to a chiropractor for over seven years as part of my pain management for migraine headaches and chronic neck pain. Although the care I received there was good, the treatments were always rushed and it felt like a waste of money for just three minutes of care. I recently decided to see Dr. Nakamura, mainly based on all the positive reviews as well as the resources listed on his website. It was different seeing someone new and it actually took some getting used to Dr. Nakamura spending 18 to 20 minutes with me for each of my appointment. He is very knowledgable and his approach to my overall health has been incredible. He's helped my headaches and neck pain by thorough treatments and with customized exercises for me to do at home and at work. I am very happy that I was able to get an appointment with him and I feel confident that under his care I will make great strides in managing my pain.

Darina Zubova

Dr. Nakamura was amazing! I have been having back issues for a years but it had gotten worse during the pandemic. Within a couple of sessions he completely got rid of the problem - I felt like a new person. Furthermore, I have never been to a chiro before and was very nervous to go. However, he explained everything prior to treatment and put me at ease. I still recommend him to colleagues and friends :)

Shuvro Ghosh

Dr. Ken is one of the best Chiropractor I have been to! I have been going to him for about a year and he makes me feel better every time. I saw him the first time after hurting my lower back while power lifting in the gym and he treated me right away. He takes his time to thoroughly explain about the causes of back pain in my case and the preventive measures. He is very caring and compassionate to his patients and such a nice personality to deal with. I would definitely recommend Dr. Ken to anyone suffering from back pain.

Ahmad Radaideh

Not worth the money i paid.

Direct Cntr

Few weeks ago I walked in to Dr. Nakamura office with the cane and unable to walk caused by the herniated disc, from the time he came out to call me while I was waiting he watched me how Iam getting up, how Iam walking toward him and etc. and I told myself for the past few years with many doctors I've been through and the amount of money I've spent with the best Chiropractors in Toronto, Decompression tables, Acupuncture , Massage Therapists and you name any other treatments and professionals nobody ever paid this type of attention and everything was just about money. First visit with Dr. Nakamura I was able to walk and my pain had been reduced to at least 60% he knew exactly where the pain is and where to touch and treat, today is my 4th. visit with him and my lower back pain is completely gone, no pain at all and walking without any issue. I defiantly recommend this knowledgeable , professional and beyond excellent level Doctor Nakamura to anyone.

AG

Life changing concussion recovery TLDR - Working with Dr. Ken over the last year has allowed me to recover 95% from a severe concussion (tons of symptoms) that I dealt with for 1.5 years before seeing him. Dr. Ken used a combination of manual therapy, vestibular rehab and lifestyle changes to make a significant improvement in my overall symptoms over the course of 6 months after I had previously worked with over 10 other practitioners with no success. Backstory – I suffered a pretty bad concussion in March 2018 after big fall during a night of drinking. My symptoms started soon after with general slowness and brain fog. After a trip to the Caribbean in June 2018 I started developing vertigo like symptoms that persisted all day everyday. It felt like my eyes were constantly shaking and I completely lost the ability to hold a steady gaze. I felt like I was drunk all the time and I was slightly dizzy at all points throughout the day. As my brain tried to compensate for this, I began to develop other symptoms including a noticeable sway and very bad neck pain. I saw MD's who thought it was all in my head (anxiety, depression, even MS), ND's who thought it was gut related (strict diets that made things worse), and other DCs/PTs that were able to identify my issues were concussion/vestibular related, but were unable to provide meaningful relief. Enter Dr. Ken. I found Dr. Ken via his exceptional reviews on rate MD and google. Initially I was hoping that he could make some improvements to my neck pain which had gotten so bad it was hard to sleep. I saw Dr. Ken for the first time at the end of July 2019. We discussed my symptoms and he immediately noticed a nystagmus in both of my eyes that I was aware of, but that no one else was able to treat successfully. On my first visit he performed a modified Epley maneuver that he hoped would help some of my dizziness. I’ll admit that I was skeptical at first, other therapists had tried similar techniques but with little success. What Dr. Ken did was different. In hindsight, I suspect that because his version of the move was a much longer hold than others, it gave my ear more time to settle. From the moment I walked out of his office after that visit, I noticed a significant improvement in my dizziness. It was the first time a treatment had made a noticeable difference! I was literally in tears on my walk home just out of sheer joy and gratitude. Over the next 6 months I saw Dr Ken twice a week and then gradually moved to once a week as I made more and more progress. During each session, Dr Ken gave me manual treatment to alleviate my neck discomfort and also gave me progressively more challenging vestibular exercises to do at home in between visits. My progress was slow and steady but I continued to see greater improvements each month. Once Dr Ken fixed the initial issue in my ear I was slowly able to unwind my other symptoms. After 1 month with Dr. Ken – I returned to work full time After 2 months – I drove for the first time in a year After 3 months – I played basketball for the first time a year (albeit cautiously) After 6 months – I was 80-90% recovered Dr Ken also gave me helpful advice re. my diet, sleeping patterns, exercise and supplements that all played in a vital role in my recovery To Dr Ken – thank you so much for everything. You literally saved me by giving me a chance to live a normal life again. You have always been professional, punctual, and genuinely concerned with providing me with the best treatment possible for my specific needs. Best of all, your treatments actually work! The words in this review cannot express that gratitude I have regarding what you have done for me. It has been an absolute pleasure and I look forward to working with you again. To other’s struggling with a concussion- Do not give up hope! You are your biggest advocate and must take your recovery into your own hands by educating yourself as much as possible and continuing to seek out treatment until something sticks. Working with Dr Ken is an excellent place to start! You can do this!

Luminita Dobre

I’ve seen a lot of chiropractors and physiotherapists in the past and have had many treatments over the last 6 years, that didn’t work out for me. Those treatments seem to provide small relief that would only last a few hours. Dr. Ken performed a very thorough assessment and he explained my problem very clearly. He is treating my TMJ and after 5 sessions I can feel significant improvement: my chronic tension headaches are getting better. The tensed muscles in my neck and shoulders are more relaxed. I highly recommend Dr Ken to anyone struggling with TMJ, tension headache, tensed shoulders and neck. In my opinion Dr Ken is an efficient and effective chiropractor, addressing the root causes of my tension headache and treating all muscles involved.

gokul vasudev

He is one of the best in our country...

armita haghighi

He is extremely good and professional. He cares about his patients and I have had the best experience with him.

Tongzhou Shi

Dr. Ken is the best Chiropractor I have seen after seeing a few over the years. He does the most percise adjustments with the right amount of force, so it fixes the problem without aggravating the joint areas. He also does 20 mins of muscle treatments after the adjustments, otherwise the tensed muscle would pull the bones right back. It is much more effective. Highly recommended!

Elton Pinto

Dr Ken a real life magician Here is a note I sent the clinic Dr Ken works for: “My wife read a review of your clinic online and there were an overwhelming number of positive reviews for Dr Kim and Dr Ken. We tried to get a slot yesterday with Dr Ken but everything was filled for a good month. Andrea took it upon herself to make a spot available by speaking to another patient and moving them up or out by a few mins. I was able to consult with Dr. Ken and my word was he a magician. I came In for a severe knee ache thinking I needed surgery for my MCL or meniscus and Dr. ken diagnosed a back issue and his first treatment reduced the pain by over 80% just with a 10 min treatment. Truly remarkable and will definitely recommend him and your clinic to all future friends and family. Keep up the excellent work!! Truly Amazing!”

shairal chandra

Amazing Doctor. Helping reduce pain from back shoulder everywhere. You must follow exercise. Gorgeous Beautiful Knowledgeable Friendly Staff. Thank You God Bless ????????????‍⚕️????‍⚕️❤????

Steve Pessegueiro

After a few sessions with Dr. Ken, I have my mobility back and this is the best I have felt in 2 years. I have seen many other practitioners but none compare to Dr. Ken. He finally diagnosed the problems I was suffering from and I am no longer in pain. He actually listens to you and understands the issues with such precision. His treatments are very helpful and the targeted exercise program is simple, easy to follow and is tailored to my progress and it works! I'm so thankful to have found him and for all his help. Thanks Dr. Ken, you're the best!

Patrick Leonard

Dr. Ken is probably the most knowledgeable, professional and dedicated health professional I met in a long time. His knowledge of various techniques (Acupuncture, Active Release Therapy, chiropractic adjustments) helps him address my hip/hamstring/nerve/back issues better than anyone else I dealt with in the past. He treats me as if I was his only client and doesn't mind going over the 20-minute appointment whenever possible. I am still one of his clients and I have seen improvements after every visit. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

mandeepmalik79

I was struggling with neck and TMJ problems from last 6 months. I visited many chiropractor but they couldn’t help me. So finally I decided to get my treatment done from Dr ken after seeing his reviews.I am doing better now because of his experience and custom treatment. Thankyou! Dr. Ken goes above and beyond to ensure his clients are more than satisfied. I would recommend him to anyone who's in need of chiropractor treatment.

Eman Ali

If you're reading this review, you're probably in pain right now - so to give you a quick summary: he's amazing, he'll fix your problems(and problems you didn't know you had), and go book an appointment. I used to get migraines 3-5 times a week and had tension in my neck and shoulders. After the second session my migraines and tension drastically improved. He pointed out areas I didn't even realize were painful because i was living with the pain for so long that it became normal - but I felt relief as soon as he treated me in those areas. I usually take the long route walking home from my appointments because I feel so light and free after the treatments. Don't get discouraged if you don't find any close appointments, book what you find because he is definitely worth the wait!

A Google User

I have been to many chiropractors over the past year and I've never had such great treatments like I do with Dr. Nakamura. He knows exactly which areas to tackle with perfect techniques. I had a tight neck and left shoulder, and he spends every second of the sessions adjusting it from every angle. I truly appreciate all his work knowing I'm in such capable hands. Thank you Dr. Ken for all you do!