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ABOUT

About Chiropractic Care

I’m not interested in dwelling on pain. Ever. Pain is an incredible awareness that our body gives us to let us know when things aren’t right, and the pain experience is different for everyone. However, I am interested in function!

Most of us live a life that we enjoy and we all have goals. Those goals may involve progressing in our career, adding 10 more pounds to our dead-lift, or simply being able to get on the floor to play with our kids. Chiropractic makes all of these things possible with an incredible focus on the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord).

When we are conceived, in human development, it’s no accident that the brain and the spinal cord are the very first components to develop. These precious parts are protected by our amazing, solid skull and our beautiful spine.

It’s a wonderful system, but sometimes our spines need a helping hand. This is where chriopractic care becomes important. 

I first experienced chiropractic care because I was experiencing chronic headaches and low back pain. I was in the Canadian Army, Artillery branch. There are a lot of heavy things to carry, anything from loading a 48-pound round into a 105 Howitzer to doing a 30-km ruck march with a 60-lb ruck sack on your back.

The body will hold up, and get you through almost ANYTHING, but a prolonged way of life can result in setting up your spine for some serious surprises, as was the case for me. I withstood regular back pain for 4 years. I told myself “I’ll just get used to this.” and “It will go away on its own”. You know the saying –insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.  

 

One day, a friend recommended that I see a chiropractor. I did, and I was amazed at the overall progression of returning to my normal state of feeling pain-free. The low back pain took a while to correct, but over a series of visits I noticed an increase in my ability to turn my neck, as well, as perform more without feeling tired. That was all it took to convince me of the value of chiropractic care.

About Dr. Marcia Halajeski DC, B. Sc.

Dr. Marcia Halajeski, D.C., B.Sc. was born and raised in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba and calls Vancouver, British Columbia home.  After pursuing a variety of career paths involving teaching, Canadian Armed Forces in Artillery, as well as accounting, Dr. Marcia finally found her true calling in the wonderful profession of chiropractic.

She was inspired after getting real results with her chiropractor, and returned to school to complete all of the pre-requisites and hence a journey had begun. In 2016, she was awarded her Doctorate of Chiropractic degree from the University of Western States in Portland, Oregon.

Dr. Marcia loves empowering her patients to be their most amazing versions of themselves with a focus on optimizing function and wellness and treating the primary cause of dis-ease rather than treating symptoms. She brings with her particular specialties, involving treating a variety of conditions through Diversified adjusting technique, as well as implementing nutritional advice in with her care, and rehabilitative exercises.

Dr. Marcia is also a Certified ART (Active Release Technique) provider, as well as certified in Mackenzie Protocol for Low Back.  She also implements Activator, as well as Graston tools with a focus on soft tissue healing.  Book your free 15-minute consultation today with Dr. Marcia.

offices

Bay Wellness Centre
555 West Georgia Suite 100
Vancouver, BC V6B 1Z6

Modern Holistic Chiropractic
302-1037 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC V6H 1E3

Office Phone: 
604-440-1725

Email: marcia.halajeski@gmail.com

Testimonials

  • Katherina Cortes

    I was looking for a chiropractor who does manual manipulation combined with the use of the Activator and I found her! Marcia helped me with my jaw which was actually causing blockage in my hearing and after one session I was experiencing relief! Go see her!

  • Meghan Graham

    Dr. Marcia is the best! I went to her with chronic hip and neck pain and came out of her office feeling like a new person. She really takes the time to get to know you and your situation. You will not be disappointed!

  • K Mulder

    I have been seeing Dr. Marcia for TMJ therapy for tension in my jaw and shoulders for several months. It’s been more than a physically therapeutic process because she has shown me how I hold stress and anxiety in my muscles, especially in …More

  • Heather Kim

    The most compassionate and caring person!

  • Heidi Hartman

    After suffering for 24 hours from a tweaked back, I called Dr. Halajeski for some advice… I didn’t know if I should apply ice or heat or what I could do to help ease the discomfort. I’m 8 minutes, she asked helpful questions to understand …More

  • Kerry Smithies

    I have had chronic pain radiating to my hand for three years. Dr Marcia was able to determine the cause, and using active release therapy tecniques in addition to her excellent chiropractic skills, has me well on the way to recovery. So delighted. I am loving the absence of pain. Highly recommended!

  • Ryan Thomas

    For a long time, temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) has caused me the usual issues (headaches, dental issues, and a general feeling of stress). Last year I also developed tinnitus and so finally sought help. …More

  • Adele Kafer

    I saw Dr. Marcia for an issue with my tailbone that I have had for a few decades. She helped me with my SI Joint and some resulting sciatica and she increased my mobility. Her gentle approach to chiropractic medicine is one that I feel …More

  • chandra krishnan

    I would recommend Marcia to anyone who are going through sports injury or pain , also from just sitting at a desk job .
    I had a bad knee from soccer and other sports , Marcia focused to increase my …More

  • multiservices vancouver

    Dr. Marcia is amazing! I’ve never been to a chiropractor in my life, and wasn’t sure if I needed to. I’d been having some pain in my back for a couple of weeks and after seeing her the pain was gone and I haven’t felt better since. I strongly recommend going to see her, she is an excellent chiropractor and very knowledgable!

  • Pamela Cochrane

    Dr. Marcia is an attentive, caring, and brilliant chiropractor. She is extremely thorough in her assessment and uses gentle but effective techniques to help you. My neck has bothered me on and off for years, and after only two sessions, it …More

  • Larry Weiss

    I went to Dr. Marcia because I had severe low-back pain after I had done some heavy lifting. Sitting for any length of time was difficult and walking wasn’t without discomfort. After a month of multi-week visits to her practice my pain …More

  • Brandi E

    I started getting adjustments from Dr. Marcia a couple months ago for general care. She did such a thorough job looking at my past health conditions. Even discovering an old childhood injury that was causing chronic foot pain I had come to …More

  • Flora Gordon

    Dr. Marcia Halajeski is an excellent chiropractor and very approachable. She identified that I was clenching my jaw and did some manual work on it to relieve the strain on it. I felt amazing, long-lasting pain relief afterwards, more mental clarity and more energy. I am very thankful.

  • sarah hull

    Following having a large baby I suffered painful sciatica, he was a very heavy baby to continuously be lifting up and down. I also had a very painful neck from nursing. 10 months pp I went to see Dr. M through a referral from a friend. I’ve …More

  • Vajeh Dasht Laali

    Dr. Marcia is amazing! She is a true professional, focused on her patients’ health. She educates her patients on practical recommendations and at no point she makes you feel pressured. I highly recommend Dr. Marcia!

  • Alexandra Colella

    My experience with doctor Marcia has been nothing but awesome. I was always afraid of going to a chiropractor as I suffer from rumhatoid arthritis and have also been in a severe case accident. I didn’t want any cracking of neck. Dr Marcia …More

  • J M

    I’ve been going to see Dr. Marcia for almost two months now. She has put my mind and body at ease. I had been suffering from nerve trauma for years, but now I rarely notice it. She is a magician and a skillful doctor!

  • Ivana Culina

    Dr. Halajeski thank you for making all my fears of what I thought Chiropractors do; go away! I have been struggling with a few issues regarding my neck and mid back. I felt for the longest time that I was stuck in a cocoon. I felt tight and …More

  • Kelly Valente

    My name is Kelly. I felt nervous about chiropractors but was in quite a bit of pain and a friend suggested that I give Marcia a try. …More

  • Delia Schatz

    AMAZING! I always said I would never go to a Chiropractor because I didn’t believe in them. I’m not too proud to say I was wrong. Dr Marcia is one of those docs that isn’t there to run people through a conveyor belt to maximum patient …More

  • Leslie Itterman

    Dr. Halajeski is absolutely one of the best chiropractors in Vancouver. She is knowledgeable and caring and takes time to answer your questions. Once you are adjusted by Dr. Halajeski you will feel better from head to toe as she ensures …More

  • Katrina Sovio

    As a physiotherapist, I look for colleagues to refer to whom I can trust will put clients best interests first and Dr. Marcia definitely is one of these colleagues. She is passionate about her practice, gentle when she needs to be and her treatments are effecitve. Highly recommend her as a chiropractor.

  • Brenda C

    There are not enough stars! I give Dr. Marcia 6 out of 5! When I read that Dr. Marcia uses the Activator instrument adjusting technique, it allayed all my fears of going to a chiropractor. Dr. Marcia has helped me tremendously with a hip …More

  • Garfield Wilson

    Dr. Marcia Halajeski is incredibly knowledgeable and talented in her field. I’ve owned and operated Forward Fitness Inc. for the last 14 years. It is extremely gratifying to know that if/when my clients have issues that go beyond my scope …More

  • Eddie Hall

    Highly recommended! Dr. Marcia takes the time to make sure you feel comfortable with what she is doing and is very knowledgable in her field. Look no further if you need a great chiropractor in Vancouver, Dr. M is the best! 🙂

  • Alexandra Osan

    Dr. Marcia Halajeski is incredibly talented in her field, and very approachable! After years of constant back pain I’d gotten used to feeling the daily discomfort in my neck and shoulders. After only a few sessions with her I can’t believe …More

  • Jacq Holder

    I wish I could give 10/5 stars, because that’s how good Marcia is. I’d struggled with my jaw for years, and although I was nervous about seeing for a chiropractor for the first time, a friend convinced me to go. After my very first session …More

  • Christian Schimert

    Marcia is amazing! When I consulted her the first time I was in in a bad state. I suffered from excruciating pain in my right arm and shoulder and was unable to turn my neck at the end of each work day. I had trouble bending down binding my …More

  • Jennifer Kobelt

    Dr Marcia is so wonderful – she has a heart of gold and knows so much more than just how to adjust your spine. I went to her with headaches and figured it was a neck issue – she helped me see it was a jaw issue and did some work that gave me immediate relief for a whole week! I’ll definitely be going back to her 🙂

  • Kemi Wells

    I highly recommend Dr. Marcia. She is very good at what she does and makes you feel at ease! I love her style of client care and Dr. M really takes the time to get to know you and goes above and beyond the typical quick adjustment!

  • Riley Parker

    I had really bad rib and back pain, as it later turned out I had ribs out of place, once I was done the first session I was able to breathe properly and had most of my range of movement back. As the sessions have continued I now have all my …More

  • Courtenay Pletz

    Dr. Marcia has helped me a lot with my TMJ and hip issues. She is thorough in her assessment and treatments as well as providing really great explanations as to why you might be having the issue and how chiropractic may help. Highly …More

  • Tim Shrigley

    Feeling better already! After 2 days of pain and immobility in my neck/shoulder, I booked a same day appt with Marcia to see if she could help. After 20 mins of discussion and treatment, I immediately felt a decrease in pain and increased …More

  • Kristina Nielsen

    Dr. Halajeski is absolutely incredible! She makes you feel welcomed and comfortable. Her adjustments are so quick and painless! I always leave feeling better than when I came in. If you are nervous about trying Chiropractic out or have …More

  • Alexia Harris

    It has been an incredible experience working with Dr. Marcia! I have been adjusted by many other practitioners, many times in the past, and never experienced the amount of relief and overall wellness I am currently experiencing in my body …More

  • Kevin Hicks

    Dr. Marcia is amazing! I came to her with jaw issues and postural problems. We started with the jaw as that was causing immediate pain. In little over 3 weeks my jaw has improved immensely and we are now working on my posture by taping my …More

  • Ester Bovard

    I started seeing Marcia about two months ago for severe recurring shoulder pain I’ve been experiencing on and off for the past few years. I was immediately impressed by her incredibly thorough approach in understanding how my medical …More

  • Ingrid S

    Dr. Marcia has an incredibly broad understanding of contributing causes to pain and skeletal dysfunction. She is very personable, sharp and perceptive which makes communicating with her about pain very easy. She has been treating me for a …More

  • Laura MacCormack

    Dr Marcia is awesome. I have been seeing her as needed for over a year and every time something in my back “goes out” or is not functioning within a few treatments she has literally cured me. I highly recommend her as a Chiropractor, she is great!

  • Monica Costello

    I’ve been seeing Dr.Marcia for about 2 months now as I was having low back and hip dysfunction challenges. With her consistent care with the adjustments, videos and exercises that she prescribed my pain was eliminated and I was no longer kept awake at night with the pain. Thank you!

  • Erin Imrie

    Dr Marcia is amazing. So knowledgeable about all things TMJ. Also she also suggested my husband seek further treatment for sleep apnea via a CPAP machine and this has been life changing. Finally a good uninterrupted nights sleep for everyone involved. Thank you

  • Kerri Garner

    Dr. Marcia is fabulous! I have been seeing her for a few months now for chronic headaches and her treatments have really helped. Dr. Marcia is trained in TMJ work, which I have never had before and my headaches have definitely reduced and …More

  • Megan Galbraith

    I have been to a couple of different chiropractors in the past for treatments, but have never “stuck with the program.” I work in an office environment and spend lots of time at a desk in front of a computer accordingly. As such, I have a …More

  • Devon Guerriero

    My experience with Marcia has been incredible. In just 2 months my life has done a complete 180. For the past 8 years I’ve had neck and back issues from a car accident that has lingered and effected my life significantly. Marcia has an …More

  • Tak Wai Poon

    I had long term issue with my shoulder and neck! Marcia was quick to help reduce pain and gave me a game plan for recovery. She really took the time to listen to how I felt and how did the issue started. I highly recommend Marcia as a practitioner !

  • soysuki k

    Its been a long overdue dealing with my distressing feeling/ uncomfortable pain that have been lingering for years.. finally i got to meet Dr.Marcia. Even before i decided to see her, i did a bit of research, and went to go see different …More

  • Violet One

    After my first session with Marcia, I left the clinic being able to breathe with a lot more ease. I didn’t know this was even an issue for me and I didn’t mention it. …More

  • Zohar Hagbi- Intuitive Painting

    Marcia Marcia Marcia… what can i say? i can’t say enough!
    for the last 4.5 years iv been suffering from lower back pain, could not stand on my feet for more than 10 minutes with out having soooo much pain. …More

  • Morgan Ayres

    Marcia is amazing. Such a happy and outgoing person!!! She is amazing at what she does. Currently getting treated for some ankle, back and neck problems and improving daily! Marcia has amazing patient care and targets just the right areas. If you need a great chiropractor go see Marcia!

  • lynn praud

    About 10 months ago I had excruitiating lower back pain radiating down my leg. It made it very difficult to work and continue with my yoga practices. 2 or 3 visits to Dr M and I was good as new. Recently I experienced cervical joint …More

  • Linda Zhao

    Almost don’t want to give her a review in case she becomes too buy for me to book! But she’s amazing. Had a sleeping neck/back problem and she helped fix me up and makes sure I continue to do my stretches. She does this other muscle …More

  • Kate Jay

    I’ve always been fascinated by chiropractic work but a little too scared to try it out. However I was in a meeting recently where I popped a rib, which gave me immediate pain and caused my neck to seize up. It wasn’t all bad though, because …More

  • Sophia Cote

    I have been having awful headaches resulting from clenching my jaw for years, which has resulted in ear fullness and ear aches. I tried everything – mouth guard, massages – and nothing seemed to work. I finally decided, albeit hesitantly, …More

  • Michelle Rustrian Lopez

    Marcia is amazing! I’ve been seeing her on and off for the last year and my couldn’t feel better! She helps me improve my posture and my tendonitis. Couldn’t recommend her more if you’re looking for a reliable and experienced practitioner! Thank you for all your help!!

  • Nancy van Groll

    All my life I have dealt with anxiety, and for years, stress has manifested itself in my body as TMJ dysfunction. It is only now, after gentle and informative sessions with Dr Marcia that I can fully realize the plethora of other symptoms …More

  • L W

    All my life I have dealt with anxiety, and for years, stress has manifested itself in my body as TMJ dysfunction. It is only now, after gentle and informative sessions with Dr Marcia that I can fully realize the plethora of other symptoms …More

  • Zohar Levin

    I came across Marcia through a friend as I was suffering from Benign Paroxysmal Posiitonal Vertigo for a few years now. It comes and goes and it was very bad lately. I tried acupuncture but it didn’t work. I went to Marcia and after one …More

  • Matt Clarke

    Marcia is amazing. She not only provided immediate release of some very awful neck and shoulder pain when I first came to her, but has also helped immensely to address long term pain and the causes and symptoms. She’s relaxed, very …More

  • Wayne Chow

    I had an upper back injury and it was quite painful to turn my head. I was very fortunate to be able to book an appointment with Marcia because she was able to alleviate most of the pain I was experiencing on the first visit. Over the …More

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