Dr. Nicola Legate has been practicing chiropractic at Mississippi Chiropractic in Carleton Place since 2006, following her Magna Cum Laude graduation from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto. In addition to her Doctor of Chiropractic degree, she holds a Master of Science from the University of Ottawa and a Bachelor of Science in Biology (Honours) from Mount Allison University.
Dr. Legate takes an evidence-based approach to the assessment and treatment of a wide range of neuromusculoskeletal conditions, with a particular focus on identifying contributing factors and addressing the underlying causes of injury. Since 2018, she has worked with The Ottawa Hospital, contributing to the Rapid Access Clinics for Low Back Pain (RAC LBP) program. Through this role, she has developed specialized clinical expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-informed management of low back pain. Her experience within this multidisciplinary program provides her with a comprehensive understanding of current best practices for evaluating and treating low back pain, reducing pain, and helping patients return to function.
As a mother of two, Dr. Legate has a strong passion for promoting natural health and wellness for individuals and families. She is committed to providing personalized, evidence-informed chiropractic care to help patients find pain relief, improve mobility and function, and maintain an active, healthy lifestyle.