About
Dr. Jenna Jacobson is a dedicated Chiropractor practicing at Coastline Chiropractic in Victoria, BC. Jenna is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care that aligns with the standards set by the College of Chiropractors of British Columbia (CCBC). Her approach emphasizes a thorough assessment of each patient's unique needs, utilizing evidence-based techniques to promote optimal health and wellness. With a focus on holistic care, Dr. Jacobson strives to empower her patients through education and individualized treatment plans.
Dr. Jacobson's role encompasses managing a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, with a special interest in managing sports injuries and enhancing athletic performance for individuals of all activity levels. She also addresses headaches and TMJ (jaw) dysfunction through targeted chiropractic approaches. Her experience includes treating injuries sustained in motor vehicle accidents, including whiplash and related ICBC claims. Additionally, Dr. Jacobson places a strong emphasis on family wellness, providing care for patients across all life stages, including pregnancy and senior care. Her comprehensive approach aims to support patients' overall health, mobility, and quality of life.
With a solid educational foundation, Dr. Jenna Jacobson completed her Doctor of Chiropractic degree. She has developed expertise in areas such as sports injury rehabilitation, headache and TMJ disorder management, motor vehicle accident injury recovery, and family chiropractic care. Dr. Jacobson is dedicated to ongoing professional development and adheres to the latest evidence-based practices. She offers care in English, committed to helping her patients achieve their health and wellness goals through a holistic and personalized approach.
Dr. Jenna Jacobson provides skilled chiropractic care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
Specific Populations & Injury Types
- Sports Injuries (Acute & Overuse): Helping you recover from common sports injuries like runner's knee, shoulder strains, or ankle sprains, and optimizing your biomechanics for better performance.
- Pediatric Musculoskeletal Conditions (e.g., Growing Pains, Postural Concerns): Gentle chiropractic care for infants, children, and adolescents, focusing on issues like non-specific growing pains, postural imbalances, recovery from minor sports injuries, or concerns related to spinal development, using age-appropriate techniques.
General Musculoskeletal & Systemic Conditions
- Fibromyalgia (Pain & Stiffness Management): Helping fibromyalgia patients improve their quality of life by addressing musculoskeletal components of their condition.
- Postural Imbalances & Related Pain: Discomfort, muscle strain, and joint stress resulting from poor or sustained body alignment during daily activities like sitting, standing, or working.
- Scoliosis (Functional & Pain Management): Providing supportive care for individuals with scoliosis (abnormal spinal curvature), focusing on managing associated musculoskeletal pain, improving posture, addressing muscle imbalances, and enhancing functional capacity.
Back & Spine Conditions
- Spondylolisthesis (Lower Grades): A condition where one vertebra slips forward over the one below it, potentially causing back pain, leg pain, or nerve compression (conservative management for lower grades).
- Rib Pain / Intercostal Neuralgia / Costochondritis: Addressing pain around the rib cage, often sharp or related to breathing/movement, potentially due to rib joint dysfunction, intercostal muscle/nerve irritation, or cartilage inflammation (costochondritis).
- Facet Joint Syndrome / Facet Pain: Pain originating from the small joints (facet joints) located on the back of the spine, often causing localized back or neck pain that can worsen with certain movements like bending or twisting.
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Dr. Jacobson can assess your needs.
- Nutritional & Lifestyle Counselling: Providing general advice on diet, supplementation (within scope), exercise, sleep hygiene, and stress management techniques to support your overall health, healing, and well-being.
- Custom Foot Orthotic Assessment & Prescription: Evaluation for and fitting of custom orthotics to support optimal lower limb biomechanics.
- Concussion Management & Rehabilitation: Supporting recovery from concussion through targeted therapies and guided return-to-play/learn strategies.
- Kinesiology Taping / Athletic Taping: Application of elastic therapeutic tape (e.g., Kinesio Tape®) or rigid athletic tape to support joints, reduce pain, manage swelling, facilitate or inhibit muscle function.
- Sports Injury Management & Performance Optimization: Specialized chiropractic care for sports-related conditions and athletic enhancement.
- Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Rehabilitation: Helping you recover from MVA-related injuries with a tailored treatment plan.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Dr. Jacobson. For a full list or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.
All services are provided in accordance with standards set by the College of Chiropractors of British Columbia (CCBC).
At Coastline Chiropractic, chiropractic care is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Dr. Jacobson frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- Experience the significant benefit of relying less on pain medication and more on their body's natural healing if you're dealing with sciatica flare-ups making walking hard. Dr. Jenna helps patients regain their ability to fully participate in activities like dancing the night away at weddings and social events without a care through focused and gentle chiropractic treatments.
- Dr. Jenna understands how frustrating that annoying crick in my neck can be. By aiming for achieving better posture and feeling more upright and confident, chiropractic care can empower you to return to activities like actively volunteering for various roles in your local community with renewed confidence.
- For those whose pregnancy back pain making it hard to get comfortable has made enthusiastically traveling and exploring new cities and countries on foot a challenge, Dr. Jenna offers a path towards more efficient and comfortable movement patterns during daily activities. Chiropractic care can be instrumental in helping you rediscover the joy of movement and an active lifestyle.
- If a weak or painful achilles tendon is impacting your daily life and preventing you from enjoying lifting and carrying heavy items at work, know that effective chiropractic care can help. Dr. Jenna focuses on achieving walking with ease, free from sharp radiating leg pain so you can engage in the things you love again.
Your personalized chiropractic care plan, developed with Dr. Jacobson, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Coastline Chiropractic is situated in the heart of Downtown Victoria, within the Inner Harbour neighborhood. The clinic is conveniently located near the historic Fairmont Empress Hotel, making it easily accessible for residents and visitors alike. Patients can reach the clinic via the Victoria Regional Transit System (BC Transit), with nearby bus stops providing convenient access. The clinic is committed to providing accessible care, with wheelchair accessibility and free patient parking typically available on-site or nearby.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Chiropractor in BC?
- In British Columbia, chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals, which means patients can book an appointment directly without the need for a referral from a medical doctor. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may still require a doctor's referral for reimbursement purposes, so it's advisable to check the specifics of your individual insurance policy.
- What kind of education and training do chiropractors in Canada receive?
- Chiropractors in Canada complete a rigorous post-secondary Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree, which typically requires a minimum of three years of undergraduate university education followed by four years of intensive study at an accredited chiropractic college. The program includes comprehensive training in basic sciences such as anatomy, physiology, pathology, neurology, and biomechanics, as well as clinical sciences like diagnostic imaging, orthopedics, and differential diagnosis. Chiropractic-specific subjects like adjusting techniques and rehabilitation are also covered, along with extensive hands-on clinical internship experience. Graduates must pass demanding national and provincial board examinations to become licensed practitioners.
- What is chiropractic care and how can it help me?
- A Chiropractor is a spine, muscle, and nervous system expert. They provide qualified, effective treatment to relieve pain and improve how your body moves, without medication or surgery. Common techniques include manual 'hands-on' therapy, adjustments, soft tissue therapy, exercises, education, and lifestyle advice to help you achieve your health goals.
- Is chiropractic care covered by Medical Services Plan (MSP) in BC?
- In BC, MSP provides partial coverage for chiropractic services for eligible individuals, such as those on Premium Assistance, with a set number of visits per year (currently 10 combined for services like chiro, physio, massage, naturopathy, and acupuncture). Most patients will have a co-payment. It is important to verify your eligibility with MSP and check your private insurance coverage for additional benefits.
- Is it safe to see a chiropractor if I’m pregnant?
- Chiropractic care during pregnancy is generally considered safe and can be very effective for managing common musculoskeletal complaints such as back pain, pelvic girdle pain, and sciatica. Chiropractors are trained to work with pregnant women and often use modified adjustment techniques, specialized tables, or pillows to ensure both mother and baby are comfortable and safe. Some chiropractors, like Dr. Jacobson, are also certified in the Webster Technique, a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment for pregnant women.
Coastline Chiropractic
202-821 Burdett Avenue
Victoria, BC V8W 1B3
Phone: (778) 412-9889
Dr. Jenna Jacobson is regulated by the Health Professions Act in BC and is a member of the College of Chiropractors of British Columbia (CCBC).
Verify registration with the College of Chiropractors of British Columbia (CCBC): https://find.bcchiro.com/code/find.php?doctor=10470
Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.