Chiropractic Care

Corrective Chiropractic for Ottawa Families

Many people who come to Oaktree have tried something before. What they hadn’t tried was a chiropractor who takes X-rays, maps your full spinal history, sits down to explain what’s wrong and shows exactly how to fix it.

That’s the Oaktree exam. Not a quick adjustment and you’re out the door. A real plan, built for people who want answers and progress they can actually see.

Serving Downtown Ottawa, Orléans, and Stittsville

Dr. Vanessa Jalbert-Caputo adjusting upper back of female patient laying on treatment table

Still Looking for Real Relief?

Most people come to us with pain they’ve fought for too long. They’ve tried things that help for a week and then wear off. Or they’ve seen a chiropractor before and never really uncovered what was wrong in the first place.

What’s often missing isn’t treatment. It’s the full picture. 

A car accident years ago, a fall in your teens, the way you were born. It all shapes your spine and affects your nervous system. Yet most of it never gets asked about.

At Oaktree, those are the first questions we ask. Because when your nervous system is functioning the way it should, your body does what it was designed to do: heal.

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“Was definitely HESITANT about it…”

“I started Chiro during my pregnancy last year and was definitely hesitant about it since my first experience with a chiropractor was not a good one.

Well, Dr. Marie-Pier blew all expectations out of the water. She is kind, accommodating, knowledgeable, and never rushes you.

She made my difficult pregnancy bearable.

After I gave birth, she came to our home when my baby was two days old and gave both of us an adjustment. She truly cares about her patients. 10/10 Recommend!”

Melina

How Oaktree’s Different From Every Other Ottawa Chiropractor

We Look at the Whole Picture

We photograph your posture, measure your weight distribution, and trace your full history. Because where it hurts today is rarely where your pain started.

Progress You Can Actually See

On-site X-rays at visit one, with angles and measurements. Follow-up X-rays as you progress so you can see exactly what’s changing in your spine, not just take our word for it.

A Clear Plan From Day One

We don’t start adjusting until you understand the full plan. After your exam, we walk you through our recommendations, timeline, and cost together.

Safe and Gentle for Every Age

Our low-force technique and Thompson drop tables mean effective care from newborns to grandparents. No sudden twisting or quick cracking if you’re not comfortable with that.

For Chronic Conditions That Just Won’t Quit

If it’s affecting your spine or nervous system, there’s a good chance we’ve seen it. Here are some of the most common reasons your Ottawa neighbours visit us:

Many people come in to treat pain, but what surprises them is what else starts to improve! When your nervous system is no longer under stress, your body starts to heal more than just pain.

Woman receiving chiropractic adjustment laying face down on treatment table

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“Long-term damage decreased by regular visits”

“I have been a patient with Oaktree for over 2 years. I have also been migraine-free for 2 years!

Before I came to Oaktree, I was suffering from migraines regularly, which could not be solved by taking medication. It took about a month of treatment at Oaktree to eliminate the regular occurrence of my migraines.

I have also had a lower back injury, where the healing process was sped up and long-term damage decreased by regular visits to Oaktree.

If you are serious about improving your spinal and overall health, I would highly recommend going for a visit to see how they can help you.”

Holly Dole

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“I have been headache-free for almost a year!”

“Dr. Emily is a fantastic Chiropractor! She is genuinely concerned for your health and well-being, and the health and well-being of your family!!

She treated me during my pregnancy, which relieved my lower back pain and now treats myself and my two boys!

I also suffered from chronic headaches and neck pain. I have been headache-free for almost a year now!

Thank you, Dr. Emily! The staff are always so welcoming and make you feel right at home! Oaktree Ottawa is such a wonderful establishment!”

Angele Vallieres

From Your First Visit to Your First Adjustment

Not sure what to expect? See the full walkthrough of your experience

Step 1: Complete Exam

Spend about an hour with your chiropractor. We go through your history, take a posture photo, assess your weight distribution, and take X-rays (if needed). You may or may not get an adjustments on your first visit, all depending on the test findings.

Step 2: Your Report

At visit two, we walk through everything we found. Your X-rays are clearly explained with measurements and angles, and you’ll leave with a care plan that includes timeline and cost.

Step 3: Adjustments Begin

With a plan you understand and agree with, your adjustments begin. Progress is tracked at regular intervals along, so you’ll always know how far you’ve come.

Our Team

Meet the Oaktree Chiropractic Care Team

Four experienced practitioners across three locations, all trained in our signature corrective care approach

Stittsville Chiropractor

Dr. Marie-Pier Sauriol, chiropractor at Oaktree Chiropractic in Stittsville

Chiropractors for Your Whole Family, From Pregnancy to Childhood

Prenatal Chiropractic Care

Moms who come to us on their second pregnancy and didn’t come on their first often say the same thing: the difference is wild. When your pelvis is balanced, your body is set up for a better birth.

Several of our chiropractors are Webster Technique certified, one of only a handful of Ottawa chiropractic clinics with that training. We also work closely with local midwives and lactation consultants who regularly refer patients to us.

Learn more about prenatal chiropractic →

Pediatric Chiropractic Care

We see babies as young as two days old, and that’s intentional. Take care of the little tumbles and spinal stresses as they happen, and you’re not dealing with them 20 years later.

Feeding difficulties, head preference, torticollis — parents are often surprised how much a gentle adjustment can help. That’s the vision for caring for babies and young children at Oaktree.

Learn more about pediatric chiropractic →

Why choose Oaktree for your Chiropractic treatment?

Our chiropractic care is multi-faceted. Beyond treating immediate pain through gentle, hands-on adjustments, we seek the cause of the problem in the first place.

Patients of all ages, including infants and children.

Using technology, including X-rays, we can better understand the spinal corrections you need. We are proud to treat patients of all ages, including infants and children.

A special focus on pregnancy care

We also have a special focus on pregnancy care for expectant mothers. Through spinal reconstruction and corrective care, we address issues such as back pain, neck pain, and headaches, aiming to enhance your overall health.

Get to Know Oaktree Health

Founded by Dr. Emilie Perras and her husband Martin, Oaktree has grown from a single downtown Ottawa clinic on Lisgar Street into one of the city’s most trusted chiropractic and acupuncture practices — with additional locations in Orléans and Stittsville.

Our downtown Ottawa & Stittsville locations are bilingual practices, offering services in both English and French. Whether you’re in the Glebe, Centretown, or commuting from Barrhaven, Kanata, or the east end, there’s an Oaktree close to you.

What hasn’t changed since day one is the approach: take the time to understand the full picture, explain everything clearly, and build a plan that actually gets you somewhere. Thousands of patients have come through our doors, and many of them brought their whole families.

About Oaktree →

Ready to Find Out What’s Actually Going On?

Book your new patient exam at one of our three Ottawa locations and leave your first visit with real answers instead of an in-and-out adjustment.

Common Chiropractic Questions

Most chiropractors focus on relieving pain. Corrective care goes much further, using X-rays and thorough testing to understand your nervous system and complete spinal alignment.

The goal isn’t just to feel better. It’s to correct the underlying cause so your results actually hold.

Chiropractic adjustments are typically free of pain, and many patients report feeling instant relief afterward. Most patients are surprised by how comfortable adjustments are.

If you have any worries or questions, please feel free to share them with us; we are committed to making your experience as comfortable as we can.

Yes, chiropractic care is generally regarded as safe for the majority of people when administered by a qualified and skilled chiropractor.

At Oaktree, we focus on gentle, non-invasive techniques that are customized to meet the specific needs of each individual patient. Our low-force approach is gentle enough for newborns and safe throughout pregnancy.

If you have any questions or concerns about safety before your first adjustment, please talk to us, and we can answer any questions you have.

No referral needed. You can book directly online or by phone at any of our three Ottawa locations — Downtown, Orléans, or Stittsville.

If you’re unsure whether chiropractic is right for you, your new patient exam is the best place to find out.

Chiropractic care at Oaktree is for the whole family, from newborns to seniors. Spinal stress can begin early from difficult deliveries, childhood falls, sports injuries, or years of poor posture.

We see patients for acute pain, chronic conditions, pregnancy discomfort, infant wellness, and preventative care.

It depends on what we find during your exam and X-rays, your age, your goals, and how your body responds to care.

At your report of findings, we’ll give you a specific recommendation that includes frequency, timeline, and cost. No open-ended commitments. We set a timeline, reassess, and go from there.

Some patients feel relief within the first few visits. Those with chronic or longstanding issues may take longer.

We track progress with objective measures, not just how you feel, but what your follow-up X-rays show. You’ll always know whether things are actually improving.

That’s always your choice. But pain going away doesn’t mean the underlying issue is fully corrected, just as feeling fine doesn’t mean your spine is perfectly aligned.

Many of our longest-term patients came in for pain, got relief, and kept coming for what we call wellness care because they noticed that they kept feeling better and better.

Real Chiropractic reviews from real Ottawa residents

Excellent
4.8
Based on 308 reviews
Jonathan Salazar Leon
3 weeks ago
I really have had a very good experience with the Oaktree chiropractic. From the staff to the doctors everybody has been very professional and supportive. The diagnosis was very easy and fast and the treatments very straight forward! So happy to be part of the community!
Denis Sauve
1 month ago
Best Chiropractor Ever!! Love this place. Kind, courteous and most of all professional. Thank you Oaktree!!!
Jose Candanedo
2 months ago
I'm very pleased with my experience at Oaktree Chiropractic, since day one they make me feel at home. Once you get by the front door you are received with a smile, and doctor Veronica is a very professional and understanding physician that takes great care of all our health issues.
Christine Ryan
3 months ago
A wonderful experience every time at Oaktree Chiropractic! The staff are warm, professional, and very informative. They make the process smooth and efficient, so appointments are quick while still providing personalized care. You can tell they genuinely care about helping you feel your best. Highly recommended!
Sophie Cayer
4 months ago
Thank you Dr. Veronica for all my chiropractic needs! ♥
Bárbara Vieira
6 months ago
I have been receiving treatment at Oaktree Clinic for about a month now, and I can confidently say that the entire staff is excellent — always welcoming, warm, and attentive. Dr. Emilie is truly a gem. I feel very lucky to have found her. She is extremely competent, and I have a great deal of trust in her work. So far, I’ve been very happy with my treatment and I’m really looking forward to seeing my progress over time. I would highly recommend this clinic to anyone experiencing any kind of health issue. Chiropractic care is definitely worth trying — the benefits can be surprising. It’s fascinating to realize how interconnected our bodies are, and how an issue in the spine can potentially impact other parts of the body, even organs. One thing I particularly appreciate is how Dr. Emilie and the entire team take the time to explain how everything works. They play an important educational role as well, which makes the whole experience even more valuable. Honestly, it’s been an amazing experience. I strongly recommend that everyone consider treatment with her.
Abdulaziz Mutter
7 months ago
My Daughter and I felt very welcomed and comfortable, the front desk and assistants were very professional. Dr. Venessa was amazing, professional a d very knowledgeable.
Teresa Edwards
12 months ago
I absolutely love my visits to Oaktree Chiropractic with Dr. Greer! She is kind, attentive, and truly cares about her patients. Her Staff is awesome too! I always leave feeling so much better than when I arrived — lighter, more relaxed, and pain-free. Highly recommend!
Dylan Jenkins
1 year ago
The level of care and compassion I have received as a patient with OakTree is incredible. Professional, attentive and knowledgeable Chiropractic care, and a great front desk staff! Dr. Emilie with the support of Dr. Vanessa and Dr. M.P helped me regain my mobility and strength and to live a pain free life after a severe lumbar spine injury and neurosurgery. They do not force supplements or crazy contraptions or other gimmicks on you. You can trust them to listen to your concerns and always work within your comfort zone. The best in Ottawa!
Natacha St-Onge
1 year ago
Very friendly staff and bilingual curio Dr Em is the best!! Really makes you comfortable and sets a health goal that’s achievable. Definitely helped get my posture better.
Luis Ribeiro
1 year ago
Oaktree has made such a positive difference in my life. Since starting my chiropractic program with Dr. Emilie, I’ve felt a real boost in my energy, my morning back aches have disappeared, and my posture has improved a lot. Every visit feels welcoming — the entire team is warm, caring, and makes you feel truly supported.
Kayla McKale
1 year ago
I recommend Oaktree and Dr Martin Z for chiropractic needs. He assisted to clear my sciatic pain many years ago, and after some brutal neck pain last year, I now just come in for a monthly maintenance.