Groupon Asks Stephen McCarthy, Chiropractor at Active Chiropractic, about his career choice and how clients can improve their health through a few simple steps.

G: What is your background in chiropractic? What made you want to work in the industry?
"I had been suffering with terrible low back pain for a number of months which was affecting all aspects of my life. The pain was so excruciating at times that even the painkillers I had been taking weren't even touching it. Then, I decided to see a chiropractor and the results were amazing. The pain I had been living with constantly for months had gone. That's when I knew that this is what I wanted to do."

G: What do you enjoy most about your work?
"When someone is suffering from pain it can have a devastating affect on their lives and lifestyle. It is a tremendous buzz to be able to help people continue to do all the things they want to enjoy in their lives without the fear and restriction of pain."

G: What's the most common complaint that you encounter?
"Lower back pain; the next most common would be neck and shoulder pain."

G: What are some simple ways in which people can improve their health, day to day?
"Regular exercise such as walking will help the cardiovascular system. Eat a balanced healthy diet that includes at least five fruits and veggies every day. Be posture aware: this means avoid slumping on the couch when watching TV or slumping forward over your desk at work."