Covington, Louisiana · St. Tammany Parish

LIFE'S TOO SHORT
TO LIVE IN PAIN.

the climb back to feeling good starts here

Ascent Medical and Chiropractic has spent 30+ years helping St. Tammany Parish move, sleep, and recover better — from first adjustments in infancy to full injury rehab through Ascent Spinal Rehab. Whole-body care, not a quick crack and a bill.

4.7 on Google · 15 reviews
30+ yrs in St. Tammany Parish
Now Open at 1111 Village Walk, Covington
Dr. Nicky Nicaud, founder of Ascent Medical and Chiropractic
Dr. Nicky NicaudFOUNDER · ASCENT MEDICAL AND CHIROPRACTIC
Who We Are

Part of the community, not just a clinic in it.

We treat every patient as part of a greater community seeking real, lasting health — not just a name on a chart. Our whole-body approach pairs chiropractic care with nutrition guidance, quality supplementation, and referrals for appropriate testing, so we're actually finding the reason you're not feeling your best.

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30+
Years serving St. Tammany Parish
4.7
Average rating, 15 Google reviews
7
Whole-body services under one roof
All
Ages welcome, from infancy on
Why Choose Ascent

Non-invasive care built to actually hold.

We stay current on the latest techniques and holistic therapies so we can offer safe, effective alternatives to surgery and long-term medication — and help you get back to a healthier, more mobile life.

30+ Years of Experience

Dr. Nicky Nicaud has practiced in St. Tammany Parish for over 30 years — real, local experience.

Whole-Body Approach

Chiropractic care paired with nutrition, supplementation, and testing referrals — not a quick fix.

Family-Friendly Care

Adjustments appropriate from infancy through adulthood, for every member of the family.

Insurance Friendly

We accept most major insurance plans, Medicare, and most Medicaid plans.

Injury & Accident Rehab

Through Ascent Spinal Rehab, we treat motor vehicle accidents, slip & falls, and workers' comp cases.

Modern Therapies

Red light therapy, applied kinesiology, hair mineral analysis, and more — under one roof.

What We Treat

Care built around how you actually recover.

From your first adjustment to full rehab after an accident, our services are built to work together.

Chiropractic Adjustments

Manual and instrument manipulation for pain relief, mobility, and immune support.

Nutritional Wellness

Diet modification recommendations and nutritional supplements for the whole system.

Intersegmental Traction

Rollers travel the spine to release tension and relax surrounding muscles.

Ultrasound Therapy

Sound waves penetrate soft tissue to promote healing and reduce inflammation.

Percussive Therapy

Rapid vibration delivers deep pressure to relieve muscle soreness.

Whole Body Vibration

Enhances recovery, improves strength, and supports overall wellness.

Red Light Therapy

Joint pain relief, inflammation reduction, skin and energy support.

Ascent Spinal Rehab

Dedicated injury recovery for accidents, falls, and workers' comp cases.

Hurt in an accident? Ascent Spinal Rehab handles motor vehicle accidents, slip & falls, and workers' comp — with experience working alongside attorneys.

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4.7

From 15 Google reviews

"Dr Nicky and staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. My husband was in so much pain and appointment by appointment, the pain has diminished and he's on the road to recovery. Definitely recommend!"

Sarita Baker · Google Review

"Dr. Nicky listens to your concerns and adjusts appropriately. He prepares the body beforehand to make adjustments easier, then uses equipment to relax the body afterwards."

Elizabeth Hilby · Google Review

"Very professional, clean office, flexible schedule and Dr. Nicaud is great at his job!"

marisa ficaro · Google Review

"Quick in and out, very personable staff. Don't try to sell you gimmicks or snake oil like a lot of northshore physical therapists."

Kyle Kennedy · Google Review

"This place is very friendly and knowledgeable. I enjoy my visit every time, and I'm feeling awesome since I started here."

Robin Morganstern · Google Review

"Dr Nick and his staff are very friendly. The office is very clean. I highly recommend them."

April Martin · Google Review
Let's Help You Feel Your Best

Ready to start recovering better?

call today, we'll take it from here