Dr. Stegehuis's journey into the world of MMA began when he moved to Orlando and discovered a deep connection with the sport. His passion for MMA was ignited prior to completing his chiropractic degree, during his military service, where he trained in the Modern Army Combatives program. After enduring a severe lower back injury, Dr. Stegehuis found that conservative care and grappling were pivotal in stabilizing his condition and improving his everyday life.
Today, Dr. Nate actively practices Brazilian jiujitsu, striking, and judo 3-4 days a week. This hands-on involvement in MMA allows him to deeply understand the unique needs of his patients and effectively translate those needs into his treatments.
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