300 N John Redditt Dr #3 | Lufkin TX 75904
300 N John Redditt Dr #3
Lufkin TX 75904
Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care
At Lufkin Chiropractic, our mission is to restore health and wholeness to every family we serve through precise, compassionate upper cervical chiropractic care. We are called to this work, not just trained for it. We believe the body was designed to heal, and our role is simply to remove what is standing in the way. We do not just treat spines. We transform lives, one adjustment at a time.
Chiropractor Lufkin TX
Welcome to Lufkin Chiropractic, where healing truly begins. My name is Dr. Nicole Mercado, and this clinic is more than a business to me. It is a calling. Growing up in Puerto Rico, I watched my community struggle without access to real healthcare, without someone who would sit down, look them in the eye, and say, "I see you, and I can help." That is exactly what we do here. Whether you are dealing with chronic pain, trying to give your child the healthiest start possible, or simply ready to stop feeling like a lesser version of yourself, you have come to the right place. We are not just chiropractors in Lufkin TX. We are your health partners, and we are honored to serve this community.
Lufkin Clinic of Chiropractic
At Lufkin Chiropractic, we specialize in upper cervical chiropractic care, a precise and gentle approach that focuses on the root cause of nervous system dysfunction, not just where you feel the pain. I founded this clinic in Lufkin, Texas, because I believe every family deserves access to care that is thorough, compassionate, and grounded in science.
Our practice serves newborns, children, pregnant mothers, athletes, grandparents, and everyone in between. No two patients are the same, and we never treat them like they are.
Why Is Our Approach Different?
The difference starts at the top, literally. Upper cervical chiropractic care focuses on the top two bones in your spine, the atlas and axis, which sit at the base of your brain stem. When this area is misaligned, it can affect your entire nervous system and express itself as pain, dysfunction, and chronic health conditions anywhere in the body. Most chiropractors are not trained to work at this level. I am, and it is the foundation of everything we do here.
Beyond technique, the difference is personal. I am a Latina chiropractor, a mother, and someone who built this clinic from the ground up. I know what it feels like to fight for something. I bring that same fight into every patient's care plan. We also serve our Spanish-speaking community with full fluency, because everyone deserves to be understood in the language their heart speaks.
In addition to advanced upper cervical training, I am Webster Certified through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA), allowing me to provide specialized care for pregnant women throughout their pregnancy journey. I have also completed extensive training in pediatric chiropractic care, helping support healthy nervous system function in babies and children from the very beginning of life.
My journey to chiropractic was not a straight line. I came from pharmacy, uncertainty, and ultimately a moment of clarity that changed everything. That story lives within these walls every day and shapes how we care for our patients.
We are faith-driven, family-centered, and fully committed to helping our community heal naturally. When you walk through our doors, you are not a chart number. You are a person with a story, goals, and a life you want to live fully. We are honored to be part of that journey.
Conditions We Help
Upper cervical misalignments are one of the most overlooked causes of recurring headaches. By correcting the atlas and axis, we relieve pressure on the brain stem and restore normal blood flow, giving many patients long-term relief they have never found anywhere else.
Services We Offer
Our primary specialty and the foundation of everything we do. This precise, gentle technique targets the top of the spine to restore full nervous system function and allow the body to heal from the inside out.
Common Areas We Help
We use multiple strategies to relieve chronic pain and offer a variety of safe, effective options with our team of providers. Areas of focus include:
Wrist Pain, Arthritis, CMC Joint Pain
KneeTorn Meniscus, Arthritis, Jumpers Knee, Runners Knee, Chondromalacia Patella
AnkleSprained Ankle, Arthritis
ShoulderTorn Rotator Cuff, Arthritis in the Shoulder, Labrum Tear, Bicep Tear, Impingement Syndrome
ElbowGolfers Elbow and Tennis Elbow
Low BackChronic Low Back Pain
HipBone on bone hip osteoarthritis and hip bursitis
FeetPlantar Fasciitis, Joint Pain in the Toes, Achilles Tendonitis
Can Chiropractic Help Your Condition?
One of the first things I tell new patients is this: I do not guess, and I do not rush. Before we ever talk about a care plan, I want to understand your full health picture. That means a thorough consultation, a detailed exam, and x-rays when indicated, because I want to see exactly what is happening inside your body before I put my hands on it. I will never recommend care you do not need. But if I see something that can be helped, I will tell you the truth about it.
Chiropractic care has helped people with conditions they never imagined were related to their spine, including chronic migraines, ear infections in children, digestive issues, sleep problems, infertility struggles, and more. The upper cervical spine is the communication highway between your brain and the rest of your body. When that highway is clear, healing happens. If you are not sure whether chiropractic can help your specific situation, come in for a consultation. It costs you nothing to have a real conversation, and it could change everything.
Why Do I Need Chiropractic Care When I'm Not In Pain?
This is the question I hear all the time, and I love it, because it opens a really important conversation. Pain is not the beginning of a problem. Pain is usually the last stage of one. By the time your body is sending out pain signals, the underlying dysfunction has often been present for months or even years. Waiting until you hurt to take care of your spine is like waiting until your car breaks down to check the oil.
Wellness chiropractic care is about staying ahead of the problem. It is about making sure your nervous system is functioning at its highest level so your body can do what God designed it to do: heal itself, fight off illness, sleep well, think clearly, and move freely. I bring my own kids in for regular adjustments. Not because they are in pain. Because I know what a clear spine means for their development, their immunity, and their future. That is what I want for your family too.
"When I first saw Dr. Nicky, I was in a mess. Since I started care, I feel alot better. She is a wonderful person and I just feel Amazing!"
Cindy H.
"When I met Dr. Nicky, she was full of life and welcoming. For a long time I put myself in a bad burner, until I decided to see Dr. Nicky. OMG it changed my life. Chiropractic care is giving me energy, my arms were tingling and even numb at times it was hard to walk because my legs were weak and just the right amount of time made such a difference the way I feel!"
- Ranada J.