Business Details
26 Years
experience
Holistic Pain Relief & Wellness in Ottawa
Founded in 2000 by Elliot Vlad, a former world athlete in gymnastics and osteopathic manual practitioner, Life Therapies is a multidisciplinary healthcare clinic dedicated to helping individuals achieve pain-free living through holistic, personalized care. Our approach integrates osteopathy, physiotherapy, and craniosacral therapy to treat the body as a whole, addressing the interconnectedness of physical, emotional, and spiritual health. With over 25 years of combined clinical experience, our team specializes in womens health, pediatric care, sports rehabilitation, and stress management, offering one-on-one sessions in private, tranquil settings.We prioritize education and preventative care, blending traditional health sciences with alternative holistic practices to empower clients to make informed choices about their wellness. Our mission is to restore balance and enhance quality of life by identifying root causes of dysfunction and fostering natural healing processes.
Services
Osteopathy
Physiotherapy
Craniosacral Therapy
Pain Management
Women's Health
Foot & Ankle Physiotherapy
Pediatric Care
Sports Rehabilitation
Stress Management
General Wellness
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of clinical experience in physiotherapy and osteopathy.
- Our one-on-one treatment sessions ensure personalized care tailored to individual needs.
- Specialized in holistic, non-invasive therapies for whole-body wellness and balance.
- Private, tranquil treatment rooms designed for focused, uninterrupted care.
- Comprehensive approach addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual health interconnections.
Services
Osteopathy
Osteopathy addresses the body as a whole, integrating mind, body, and spirit to treat pain and dysfunction. Our practitioners use hands-on techniques to restore mobility, alleviate pain, and enhance natural healing processes. Ideal for musculoskeletal issues, sports injuries, and chronic conditions.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy focuses on restoring movement and function through manual therapy, exercise, and education. We treat injuries, postural imbalances, and mobility issues caused by aging, sports, or inactivity. Sessions include personalized assessments and targeted rehabilitation plans.
Craniosacral Therapy
This gentle, non-invasive therapy improves cerebrospinal fluid flow to relieve stress, headaches, and nervous system disorders. Its suitable for all ages, addressing conditions like migraines, TMJ, and trauma recovery through subtle cranial adjustments.
Women's Health
Specialized care for fertility, prenatal/postnatal support, and menopause management. Techniques focus on pelvic alignment, hormonal balance, and pain relief to optimize health during life transitions and pregnancy.
Pediatric Care
Pediatric care addresses developmental challenges, colic, and sleep issues in infants and children. Gentle osteopathic techniques promote proper growth, alleviate discomfort, and support overall wellness from early stages of life.
People
Elliot Vlad
Osteopathic Manual Practitioner
Founder of Life Therapies, Elliot Vlad is a licensed osteopathic manual practitioner with expertise in treating complex gynecological and fertility issues. His background as a former world athlete informs his holistic approach to pain management and rehabilitation.
Tamara Bond-Vlad
Registered Physiotherapist
Tamara Bond-Vlad is a registered physiotherapist with over 25 years of experience, specializing in foot and ankle rehabilitation. She integrates osteopathic techniques to address orthopedic and sports-related injuries, focusing on personalized, one-on-one care.
Questions
What services does Life Therapies offer?
We provide osteopathy, physiotherapy, and craniosacral therapy for pain management, sports injuries, women’s health, pediatric care, and stress relief.
Are treatments covered by insurance?
Most services are covered by extended health plans. Check with your provider for details on osteopathy and physiotherapy coverage.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your first session includes a comprehensive assessment of your medical history, posture, and movement patterns to create a tailored treatment plan.
Do you treat children and infants?
Yes, we specialize in pediatric care, addressing issues like colic, reflux, and developmental challenges with gentle osteopathic techniques.
Reviews (1)
WhiteFeather H.
Jul 17, 2020
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This place has been an absolute life-saver for me. I've gone for numerous therapeutic sessions here, including acupuncture/ acupressure, osteopathy and massage. Every single specialist I've seen has been stellar! I'm committed to restoring my full and complete well-being after recovery from COVID and this team of wellness professionals is helping me to do just that. There are so many lingering effects of COVID long after the virus has wreaked havoc on your system (for me, it's 4 months later!), and I've had help with many of the fallout effects from the kind folks here
