Dr. Michael Friedman has been helping patients to move, heal, and feel their best for over 23 years. With a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology from York University and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, Texas, he has practiced in both Vancouver and Ottawa before bringing his expertise here to New Directions in Health.
A holistic, patient-centered approach guides Dr. Friedman’s care. He combines advanced chiropractic techniques with knowledge of nutrition, brain-based healing, postural neurology, and vestibular rehabilitation. He is also trained in Turner Style cranial adjustments and certified in the Webster Technique, a gentle chiropractic approach for expectant mothers with a breach presentation. Additionally, he integrates a tonal approach based on the Torque Release Technique (TRT) into this approach. TRT is a gentle, neurologically focused method that uses a specialized instrument to provide precise adjustments in order to help restore balance to the nervous system, promoting the body’s natural ability to heal itself.
Dr. Friedman also has a passion for education and has shared his knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology with massage therapy and acupuncture students at the International Academy of Health Education in Ottawa (now Trios College). Outside the clinic, he is a part-time stand-up comedian, a pursuit that deepens his ability to connect with patients through empathy, perspective, and laughter.
At New Directions in Health, Dr. Friedman is looking forward to providing individualized care that not only eases discomfort but also helps patients regain balance, vitality, and confidence in their everyday lives.
