Introducing Bakersfield Chiropractor Dr. Michael Thompson

I can remember the first time I saw my mother walk- it was amazing!. My first experience with chiropractic was involving my mothers case. When I was 6 months old my mother was injured in a motorcycle accident that left her paralyzed from the waist down. After 5 lower back surgeries her only option was to live in a wheelchair. It was then that her dad, my Grandfather, took her to see a chiropractor. In a short time the feeling started to come back to her legs and feet and she started to walk with braces. That was when I knew I wanted to help people through chiropractic care.

Witnessing the changes in my mothers condition certainly planted a "seed" in my life that lead me into this profession. The other big influence was the chiropractor himself. You knew he cared about his patients- you could feel it as soon as you walked through the door.

I began my formal education at Bakersfield College and Cal State Bakersfield. The emphasis of my undergraduate work was in basic sciences of anatomy, physiology, organic and inorganic chemistry, biology and microbiology. After completing my studies there I was accepted at Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in Whittier, Ca. During my 4 years at LACC my education covered advanced anatomy, neurology, orthopedics, physical therapy and radiology. Following graduation in 1992 I returned to Bakersfield to open a private practice.

More than anything else, I love seeing patients start living again. Playing with their kids, getting back to work, going on vacations with their families- that's why I am here. I take the time necessary to get to the cause of the problem and explain it in a way patients can understand.

I am married to Kristen and have 3 daughters, Katelyn, Emily and Lily. As a family we enjoy camping, soccer, softball and gardening. All of our kids have been receiving chiropractic care since birth.

To keep myself in good health I get adjusted regularly as well as workout in the gym and watch the eating fast foods.

I appreciate you visiting our site. I look forward to meeting you in person and discussing your particular health concerns. Feel free to give us a call or e-mail me using the link below and lets arrange a time to see if chiropractic care can help you.