Chiropractic Services
All Yoga Mamas chiropractic treatments are performed by a Chiropractic Doctor. These treatments may be eligible for coverage under your health care benefits.
Prenatal Chiropractic Care
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Pre-existing but often unnoticed imbalances in the spine become stressed during pregnancy. In addition, the weight of a growing uterus has a tendency to change a woman’s biomechanics, shifting the center of gravity and putting pressure on joints of the hips, pelvis and lower back.
Chiropractic care throughout pregnancy can relieve and even prevent the common discomforts experienced in pregnancy. Specific adjustments (such as the Webster technique) eliminate the causes of stress in the spine. |
Labour Prep Chiropractic Care
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As a baby develops, a woman’s uterus enlarges to accommodate the rapid growth. When the pelvis is in a balanced state, the ligaments connected to the uterus (specifically the round ligaments) maintain an equalized, supportive suspension for the uterus.
If the pelvis is out of balance or misaligned, these ligaments become twisted, causing a condition called “intrauterine constraint”. This constraint limits the space available for the developing baby to move. If there is intrauterine constraint as birth approaches, the baby is prevented from getting into the best possible position for birth. Even if the baby is in the desirable head down position, often intrauterine constraint prevents the baby’s head from moving into the ideal presentation for delivery. This may slow labor and add distress and pain to both mother and baby. Using the Webster Technique, a chiropractor gently opens up the pelvis, allowing baby space or room to move into proper positioning. If the baby is in correct position, the technique also helps to maintain that ideal positioning leading up to delivery. |
Postnatal Chiropractic Care
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Chiropractic care after delivery is incredibly beneficial for all mamas, regardless of the type of delivery they had.
Postnatal chiropractic care gently sets the pelvic bones into balance and ensures proper alignment. Once the mama has healed and is well enough to visit the chiropractor, gentle adjustments can also be made to the pelvic structures and recommendations for exercise and rehabilitation of the core musculature can be addressed to ensure proper healing and restoration. Seeing a chiropractor after baby also helps to decrease strain on the joints and muscles that new mothers may have from lifting babies and nursing. |
Infant & Child Chiropractic Care
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Colic or irritability, poor sleeping habits, developmental/motor delays, digestion issues, lethargy or low energy, difficulty breastfeeding may be relieved with chiropractic care. Often, a newborn baby could have experienced a difficult birthing process or suffered from distress during their journey through the birth canal.
Chiropractic care focuses on restoring function to the nervous system so that the body can work optimally and efficiently; invariably, letting the body heal itself. Chiropractic adjustments for adults differ greatly from those performed on babies and are very gentle using light fingertip pressure. |
Our Chiropractic Care Team
Dr. Michelle Zemari
Dr. Michelle Zemari is an evidence-based family chiropractor. She has a special interest in women’s health specifically in prenatal and postnatal wellness. Dr. Zemari offers a variety of treatment options including chiropractic manual therapy (manipulation/mobilization), soft tissue therapy, instrument-assisted soft tissue therapy, cupping therapy, taping, and exercise prescription.
Some conditions treated by Dr. Zemari include pregnancy-related hip, pelvic and low back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and sciatica.
Dr. Michelle’s Qualifications include:
Approach To Care:
Dr. Zemari’s goal is to provide services that keep the patient's lifestyle and present conditions at the centre of each interaction, allowing her to adapt to individual patient needs. She encourages active collaboration and shared decision making with her patients. She wishes to be a part of their journey into motherhood by providing them the most comfortable and dignified prenatal and postnatal experience that protects the health of both the infant and the mother.
Dr. Michelle Zemari is an evidence-based family chiropractor. She has a special interest in women’s health specifically in prenatal and postnatal wellness. Dr. Zemari offers a variety of treatment options including chiropractic manual therapy (manipulation/mobilization), soft tissue therapy, instrument-assisted soft tissue therapy, cupping therapy, taping, and exercise prescription.
Some conditions treated by Dr. Zemari include pregnancy-related hip, pelvic and low back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and sciatica.
Dr. Michelle’s Qualifications include:
- Doctor of Chiropractic (Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College)
- Honours Bachelor of Human Kinetics at the University of Ottawa
- DONA Trained Birth Doula
- Maternal Education Program with Dr. Crystal Draper
- GrowCo Postpartum Rehab {currently completing}
- Contemporary Medical Acupuncture, McMaster University {currently completing}
- DONA Trained Postpartum Doula {currently completing}
Approach To Care:
Dr. Zemari’s goal is to provide services that keep the patient's lifestyle and present conditions at the centre of each interaction, allowing her to adapt to individual patient needs. She encourages active collaboration and shared decision making with her patients. She wishes to be a part of their journey into motherhood by providing them the most comfortable and dignified prenatal and postnatal experience that protects the health of both the infant and the mother.
Dr. Casey Baker
Dr. Casey Baker is a chiropractor specializing in paediatric, pre and post natal care. She is an advocate for chiropractic care for the entire family and is passionate about connecting with her community. With the paediatric population, Dr. Casey brings experience in overall development, improving latch, body work for lip and tongue-tie, treatment for torticollis and best practice for plagiocephaly. Her additional education and practical experience enables her to provide both the child and parents with a warm, welcoming and stress-free environment throughout care.
Approach to Care:
Dr. Casey provides a whole-body approach to health and wellness. She looks at all factors that impact a patient’s well-being and takes a team approach to help patients meet their goals and improve their quality of life. She focuses on educating her patients and the community on ways to take an active and proactive approach to healthy living.
Dr. Casey’s qualifications include:
When she is not with patients she takes any opportunity to be outside with friends and family, taking in live music or heading North to the cottage. She was born and raised in Midhurst, ON where she played competitive hockey until enrolling at Dalhousie University.
Dr. Casey Baker is a chiropractor specializing in paediatric, pre and post natal care. She is an advocate for chiropractic care for the entire family and is passionate about connecting with her community. With the paediatric population, Dr. Casey brings experience in overall development, improving latch, body work for lip and tongue-tie, treatment for torticollis and best practice for plagiocephaly. Her additional education and practical experience enables her to provide both the child and parents with a warm, welcoming and stress-free environment throughout care.
Approach to Care:
Dr. Casey provides a whole-body approach to health and wellness. She looks at all factors that impact a patient’s well-being and takes a team approach to help patients meet their goals and improve their quality of life. She focuses on educating her patients and the community on ways to take an active and proactive approach to healthy living.
Dr. Casey’s qualifications include:
- Doctor of Chiropractic (Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College)
- PIPS Intraoral Technique for paediatrics
- Speaker for the Baby Show 2020
- Webster Technique for prenatal care
- Member of the ICPA (International Chiropractic Paediatric Association)
- Training in Craniosacral Therapy
- Certificate for GrowCo Postnatal Rehab
- Ambassador position with GrowCo
- Postnatal Rehab Certificate for Caesarean Birth Preparation and Recovery
When she is not with patients she takes any opportunity to be outside with friends and family, taking in live music or heading North to the cottage. She was born and raised in Midhurst, ON where she played competitive hockey until enrolling at Dalhousie University.
Dr. Elisa Petricca
Background
Dr. Elisa Petricca is a family Chiropractor and Acupuncture provider with a special interest in pre and post natal care as well as paediatric care.
She grew up in the suburbs of Toronto and was a competitive dancer for many years. She has always had a strong passion for movement and overall health and wellness. Dr. Elisa thoroughly enjoys the opportunity to make connections with all of her patients and provide them with the best quality of care. When not at the studio she spends her time practicing & teaching yoga, travelling outside the city and spending as much time as possible with family and friends.
Approach to Care
Dr. Elisa focuses on providing her patients with an individualized plan of care to address their needs and goals. Dr. Elisa has a special interest in working with women during and after pregnancy. Her continued education and training in the Webster Technique allows her to help pregnant mum’s find comfort during their pregnancy and maintain an active, healthy lifestyle.
Dr. Elisa also focuses on paediatric care and addresses common concerns after birth including head positioning, feeding difficulties, colic and sleep to name a few. She truly loves working with little ones and their families in helping them navigate through this new and exciting time.
Dr. Elisa’s Qualifications include:
• Doctor of Chiropractic (Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College)
• Medical Contemporary Acupuncture (McMaster University)
• Webster Technique (prenatal care) & member of ICPA (International Chiropractic Paediatric Association)
• PIPS Intraoral Technique (for the paediatric patient)
• MPS Scar Release Therapy (SRT) for C-section recovery
• Certified Yoga Instructor (250 hours) & Yoga Mamas Postnatal Yoga Training
• GrowCo Postnatal Rehab Certification
Background
Dr. Elisa Petricca is a family Chiropractor and Acupuncture provider with a special interest in pre and post natal care as well as paediatric care.
She grew up in the suburbs of Toronto and was a competitive dancer for many years. She has always had a strong passion for movement and overall health and wellness. Dr. Elisa thoroughly enjoys the opportunity to make connections with all of her patients and provide them with the best quality of care. When not at the studio she spends her time practicing & teaching yoga, travelling outside the city and spending as much time as possible with family and friends.
Approach to Care
Dr. Elisa focuses on providing her patients with an individualized plan of care to address their needs and goals. Dr. Elisa has a special interest in working with women during and after pregnancy. Her continued education and training in the Webster Technique allows her to help pregnant mum’s find comfort during their pregnancy and maintain an active, healthy lifestyle.
Dr. Elisa also focuses on paediatric care and addresses common concerns after birth including head positioning, feeding difficulties, colic and sleep to name a few. She truly loves working with little ones and their families in helping them navigate through this new and exciting time.
Dr. Elisa’s Qualifications include:
• Doctor of Chiropractic (Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College)
• Medical Contemporary Acupuncture (McMaster University)
• Webster Technique (prenatal care) & member of ICPA (International Chiropractic Paediatric Association)
• PIPS Intraoral Technique (for the paediatric patient)
• MPS Scar Release Therapy (SRT) for C-section recovery
• Certified Yoga Instructor (250 hours) & Yoga Mamas Postnatal Yoga Training
• GrowCo Postnatal Rehab Certification
Cancellation Policy:
All wellness cancellations must be a minimum of 24 hours, prior to your appointment time. We have a limited amount of wellness appointments available and they are in high demand. Any appointments cancelled outside of the 24 hours will be charged in full. Thank you for your understanding COVID-19 considerations will be made.
All wellness cancellations must be a minimum of 24 hours, prior to your appointment time. We have a limited amount of wellness appointments available and they are in high demand. Any appointments cancelled outside of the 24 hours will be charged in full. Thank you for your understanding COVID-19 considerations will be made.
