Dr Steve Marsland D.C.

🤰 Chiropractic Care in Pregnancy

Pregnancy brings amazing changes to your body — but also extra strain on your spine, pelvis, and joints. Chiropractic care during pregnancy is gentle, safe, and tailored to your needs.

Benefits may include:
• Reduced back, pelvic, and hip pain
• Improved pelvic alignment to support labour
• Relief from sciatica or nerve pain
• Better posture as your body changes

Special techniques are used to ensure both comfort and safety throughout all stages of pregnancy.

📩 Message or WhatsApp +971585889571 to find out more.

🌿 Your gut does more than digest food — it impacts your energy, mood, immunity, and inflammation throughout the body.

When the digestive system is out of balance, you might experience:
• Bloating, gas, or discomfort
• Irregular bowel habits
• Fatigue or brain fog
• Skin breakouts or flare-ups
• Food intolerances

Here are 4 simple ways to start supporting your gut health today:
🥬 Eat a wide variety of fibre-rich vegetables
🫐 Include fermented foods daily (yoghurt, kefir, sauerkraut)
💧 Stay well-hydrated
😴 Prioritise good-quality sleep

A healthy gut is the foundation for better overall health — when your gut works well, your whole body benefits.

📩 Message or WhatsApp +971585889571 to learn more about functional medicine approaches to digestive health.

Poor sleep makes pain worse the next day. And more pain makes it harder to sleep.

This cycle is common in chronic pain — but you can break it.
🕖 Keep a fixed wake time
🛌 Aim for 7+ hours sleep
🌙 Protect your last 60–90 minutes before bed: dim lights, no screens, relax

Need help building a plan that works for your body? Message me to see how I can help.

🪑 Poor posture doesn’t just affect how you look – it can impact your spinal health, breathing, digestion, and even your mood.

Here’s why posture matters:
• Keeps your spine aligned and reduces joint stress
• Supports healthy breathing and circulation
• Reduces muscle fatigue and pain
• Helps prevent wear and tear on discs and joints

Small daily habits make a big difference:
✅ Adjust your workspace
✅ Take posture breaks every 30–45 mins
✅ Strengthen your core and upper back
✅ Be mindful when using your phone (no “tech neck”!)

A healthier posture supports a healthier body – now and in the future.
📩 Message or WhatsApp +971585889571 for a personalised posture check.

🌿 Chronic inflammation has been linked to joint degeneration, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune conditions, and slower recovery from injury.

Here are 5 evidence-based, everyday anti-inflammatory foods you can start including today:
🥑 Avocados – rich in monounsaturated fats and phytosterols, which may help reduce pro-inflammatory cytokines.
🫐 Berries – high in anthocyanins, potent antioxidants that modulate oxidative stress and inflammation.
🐟 Oily fish (salmon, sardines, mackerel) – a source of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids (EPA & DHA) shown to downregulate inflammatory pathways.
🥬 Leafy greens – packed with vitamins (A, C, K), minerals, and polyphenols that support immune balance and tissue repair.
🫒 Extra virgin olive oil – contains oleocanthal, a compound with anti-inflammatory activity comparable to ibuprofen in laboratory studies.

Small, consistent dietary changes can influence inflammation, support joint and heart health, and enhance recovery.

📩 Message me or WhatsApp +971585889571 if you’d like more personalised lifestyle guidance.

Joint pain and stiffness can make everyday life a challenge — especially with conditions like knee osteoarthritis.

A new network meta-analysis of 17 clinical trials found that turmeric-derived curcumin can reduce pain and improve function. The most effective results came from bioavailability-enhanced curcumin products, which reached meaningful clinical improvement thresholds for pain reduction. These benefits were often seen when curcumin was used alongside standard care.

While curcumin isn’t a cure, it may be a valuable part of an anti-inflammatory, joint-supportive approach — especially when paired with movement, nutrition, and lifestyle changes.

😴 Feeling tired all the time?
Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms I see in practice — and it’s often more than just “not getting enough sleep.”

Common causes can include:
• Hormonal imbalances (thyroid, adrenal, or s*x hormones)
• Nutrient deficiencies (iron, vitamin D, B12, magnesium)
• Poor sleep quality or sleep apnoea
• Chronic pain or inflammation
• Stress overload
• Blood sugar imbalances
• Sedentary lifestyle or poor posture

💡 The good news? Fatigue is often a sign your body needs support — and when we identify the underlying causes, we can address them directly.

In chiropractic care, I help your body move and function better, reducing physical stress and improving nervous system efficiency. In functional medicine, we investigate deeper with history, testing, and tailored strategies to restore energy.

📍 Canadian Medical Centre — Delma Street & Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi
💬 Message me or WhatsApp +971 58 588 9571 if fatigue is slowing you down.

Fatigue isn’t just “in your head” — it often starts at the level of your cells’ powerhouses: the mitochondria.

✨ Two new randomized controlled trials found that NADH (10 mg/day) improved fatigue symptoms in people with chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). This is early evidence, but it’s exciting because NADH supports mitochondrial energy production — and may give people living with chronic fatigue another tool for relief.

👉 In practice, this means looking deeper at cellular energy health when addressing fatigue, post-viral syndromes, or burnout. Supporting mitochondria can be a game-changer.

💡 Why I Combine Chiropractic & Functional Medicine

I’ve been a Chiropractor for over 19 years, helping people move better, feel better, and live with less pain. Over time, I realised that while chiropractic care can be life-changing, some patients need more than structural treatment alone — especially when dealing with ongoing issues like fatigue, digestive problems, or chronic inflammation.

That’s why I also trained in Functional Medicine.

In my chiropractic appointments, I focus on improving alignment, mobility, and nervous system health — and I often include simple lifestyle, nutrition, or supplement tips to support your recovery.

For more complex health challenges, I offer separate Functional Medicine appointments, which are far more in-depth. These involve a detailed health history, advanced lab testing where appropriate, and personalised plans to uncover and address root causes.

Both approaches work together to help you feel better now and maintain long-term health. 🌿

📍 Canadian Medical Centre — Delma Street & Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi
💬 Message me or WhatsApp +971 58 588 9571 to find out more.

🌿 What is Functional Medicine?
Functional Medicine is a personalised, science-based approach that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of health problems — not just treating symptoms.

We look at your whole health story — lifestyle, nutrition, stress, sleep, environment, and genetics — to understand why your body isn’t performing at its best.

Your care might include:
✅ Detailed health history & advanced lab testing
✅ Personalised nutrition & supplementation
✅ Stress, sleep & lifestyle optimisation
✅ Supportive therapies tailored to your needs

Functional Medicine can help with:
• Chronic fatigue & low energy
• Hormonal imbalances
• Digestive problems (IBS, bloating, reflux)
• Autoimmune disorders
• Chronic pain & inflammation

📍 Canadian Medical Centre — Delma Street & Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi
💬 Send me a message if you’d like to explore how Functional Medicine could help you.
📱 WhatsApp: +971 58 588 9571

🌿 What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic care helps your spine, joints, and nervous system work at their best — so you can move better, feel better, and live better.

It’s more than just adjustments. Treatment can include:
✅ Gentle spinal & joint adjustments
✅ Soft tissue therapy
✅ Exercise rehab & posture advice
✅ Lifestyle recommendations to support recovery

Chiropractic can help with:
• Back, neck & shoulder pain
• Headaches & migraines
• Sciatica
• Joint pain & stiffness
• Sports injuries
• Pregnancy support & postnatal recovery

Safe and effective for all ages — including babies, children, and expectant mothers. Every treatment is tailored to you.

📍 Canadian Medical Centre — Delma Street & Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi
💬 Send me a message if you’d like to know if chiropractic could help you. Or WhatsApp 0585889571

Hi, I’m Dr. Steve 👋
I’m a Chiropractor & Functional Medicine Practitioner based here in Abu Dhabi, with over 19 years of experience helping people move better, feel better, and live with more energy.

My approach is a little different — I combine hands-on chiropractic care with functional medicine to get to the root cause of pain, fatigue, and other ongoing health issues, so you can feel your best again. 🌿

Whether it’s recovering from injury, improving posture, or boosting overall wellbeing, I’m here to help you move towards the healthiest version of yourself.

📍 Canadian Medical Centre — Delma Street & Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi

If you’re curious about how chiropractic or functional medicine could help you, send me a message — I’d be happy to chat.