Chiropractie Den Haag

Matthew Schaer

Founder of Chiropractie Den Haag and Chiropractie Oosterheem

“Great care starts with listening, understanding, and working together toward a better quality of life.”

Dr. Matthew D. Schaer is an experienced chiropractor, educator, and founder of Chiropractie Den Haag and Chiropractie Oosterheem. With more than 15 years of international clinical experience, he is known for his thorough approach and clear communication.

Matthew grew up in Southern California and graduated cum laude from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He then earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in the United States.

His interest in health and recovery also led him to botanical medicine, where he earned a Doctor of Botanical Medicine (DBM) degree. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

At his practices, Matthew cares for people with a wide range of concerns, from headaches and back or neck pain to persistent, more complex conditions and symptoms following trauma.

As one of the few Cranial Facial Release (CFR) instructors worldwide, and the only one based in Europe, he shares his knowledge with other practitioners and mentors emerging chiropractors.

His own experiences as a patient shape his approach. Having dealt with severe migraines and cancer, he understands how profoundly health challenges can affect a person’s life.

Attentive Care, Clear Explanations, and a Personalized Treatment Plan

Matthew combines his clinical experience with a personal approach. He takes time to discuss symptoms and expectations, clearly explains his findings, and works with each patient to determine appropriate next steps.

Chiropractor Matthew Schaer at a Glance

Matthew grew up in Southern California. His interest in chiropractic care is closely tied to his own health history: he experienced severe migraine attacks.

After experiencing an improvement in his migraines while receiving chiropractic care, he was inspired to help others. He decided to explore chiropractic care in greater depth.

After studying at UCLA, he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in the United States. His career eventually brought him to the Netherlands, where he founded Chiropractie Den Haag and Chiropractie Oosterheem.

Matthew cares for patients with both common and more complex conditions. Three areas stand out in his practice.

Matthew believes it is important to look beyond a patient’s symptoms and understand the person experiencing them. He therefore considers their medical history, the impact on daily life, and their personal goals.

During the examination, he aims to develop a comprehensive understanding of the patient’s concerns. He clearly explains his findings and discusses which treatment options may be appropriate.

His approach emphasizes careful assessment, easy-to-understand explanations, and supporting long-term recovery. He considers factors such as:

“Every patient has a unique story. Listening carefully and explaining things clearly allows us to work together toward meaningful recovery goals.”

Matthew’s background brings together chiropractic patient care, academic study, and teaching. He continues to expand his knowledge, including in physical recovery and rehabilitation.

His combination of clinical experience, teaching, and ongoing education forms the foundation of his thoughtful, patient-centered approach.

In addition to treating patients, Matthew works as an educator. He is one of the few Cranial Facial Release (CFR) instructors worldwide and the only one based in Europe.

He provides training in advanced chiropractic techniques to practitioners across Europe and mentors students and early-career chiropractors.

Through his teaching, he aims to pass on knowledge and practical experience to the next generation of chiropractic professionals.

Matthew founded both Chiropractie Den Haag and Chiropractie Oosterheem. Through these practices, he has created an environment that prioritizes patient care, clear communication, and professional development.

The practices serve people with a wide variety of health concerns and backgrounds, including international patients.

As founder, Matthew combines his own clinical work with mentoring and supporting the development of other chiropractors.

Matthew is originally from Southern California, where he also attended UCLA. After completing his chiropractic education in the United States, he went on to build an international career.

In the Netherlands, he founded Chiropractie Den Haag and Chiropractie Oosterheem. He works with patients from different countries and with a broad range of healthcare needs.

This breadth of experience has reinforced his belief that good care begins with understanding each individual patient.

Alongside his daily patient care, Matthew continues to pursue academic development. After earning his Doctor of Chiropractic degree, he also completed a Doctor of Botanical Medicine (DBM) degree.

He is currently pursuing a PhD in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, reflecting his interest in recovery, physical function, and patient care.

As a CFR instructor and mentor, he also remains actively involved in supporting colleagues and new chiropractors.

With his American background and international clinical experience, Matthew is accustomed to working with people from many different backgrounds.

He values clear explanations. Patients should understand what is being assessed, what options are available, and what they can expect from their care.

In this way, he encourages patients to take an active role in decisions about their care.

For Matthew, chiropractic care is more than a profession. His interest began with his own experience of severe migraines, which inspired him to help others facing health challenges.

His experience as a cancer survivor has also shaped his perspective on care. He knows firsthand how deeply illness and uncertainty can affect someone’s life.

He brings these experiences to his work through empathy, resilience, and genuine attention to the person behind the symptoms.