Dr. Amanda Ostrowski (nee Godwin) grew up in Guelph, Ontario and that was where she was first introduced to chiropractic. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from McMaster University in 1999 with an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology (B.Kin.). Dr. Amanda was then accepted to the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) in Toronto and graduated in the class of 2003. At graduation she was awarded the Harold Beasley Award for excellence in Jurisprudence.

Dr. Amanda has completed hundreds of extra hours of training outside of the classroom and regularly attends seminars and workshops to help improve her skills as a chiropractor. She has received her certificate from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) after completing and passing their 180 hour course focusing on pregnancy and pediatrics. She is a former kinesiology and biomechanics teacher for a local Registered Massage Therapy school and former owner of the Barrie School of Highland Dancing. She has lectured at several companies throughout Barrie on the benefits of chiropractic including: Barrie Hydro, The Source, Bayshore Nursing, Victoria Village, Rogers, and Kolmar. Dr. Amanda has been a guest speaker several times on the Rogers TV program `Daytime`. She is passionate about her profession and loves teaching others how to live a healthier, more balanced life.

Dr. Amanda is a member of the Ontario Chiropractic Association (OCA), the Canadian Chiropractic Association (CCA), the Canadian Chiropractic Protective Association (CCPA), and is in good standing with the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO). As well, she is an examiner for the Canadian Chiropractic Examining Board (CCEB). In August 2006 she co-founded ‘Balance Chiropractic’ with her husband and colleague Dr. Matt Ostrowski. Dr. Amanda is also the proud mother of two beautiful daughters, Claire & Layla.

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Dr. Matthew Ostrowski is married with two young (well adjusted) children, Claire & Layla. He was born in North Bay and has also resided in Mississauga and Orillia. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree from McMaster University in 1998 and Cum Laude with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) in 2002.

Dr. Matt has taken a continuing education course in Active Release Technique (ART) and has received his certificate from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) after passing their 180 hour course on pregnancy and pediatrics. He is a former anatomy teacher for a local Registered Massage Therapy school and has lectured at several companies throughout Barrie on the benefits of chiropractic. As a community service he provides health and wellness workshops and spinal screenings to community groups and businesses.

Dr. Matt is a member of the Ontario Chiropractic Association (OCA), the Canadian Chiropractic Association (CCA), the Canadian Chiropractic Protective Association (CCPA), and is in good standing with the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO). As well, he is an examiner for the Canadian Chiropractic Examining Board (CCEB). In August 2006 he co-founded ‘Balance Chiropractic’ with his wife and colleague Dr. Amanda Ostrowski.

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As a member of the Balance Chiropractic team for 5 years, I am dedicated to a partnership with patients to achieve and maintain their wellness goals.

Prior to receiving an Honours Diploma in Massage Therapy from ICT Kikkawa College in Toronto, I trained as a professional ballerina, leaving home at a very young age to study at the Quinte Ballet School in Belleville, Ontario. During my 16 years of training/teaching ballet, I had the opportunity to study the human body at peak performance and have heightened my awareness of the physical demands endured by professional athletes. I witnessed the various stages of injury ranging from acute to chronic and discovered the benefits of manual therapy.

My practice is formed by many disciplines of massage including General Swedish Massage (relaxation), Pregnancy Massage, Sports Massage with focus on Deep Tissue and Myofascial Release. I understand the importance of a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle and the role Massage Therapy can have in achieving this.

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Elisa Davis (Hay) was born and raised in Thunder Bay before moving to Barrie after marrying her soul mate, Chris. She completed a two year compressed Registered Massage Therapy program at the local College and then moved to Moncton, New Brunswick to start her Registered Massage Therapy career. She was trained in Hot Stone Massage Therapy while working in Moncton. Elisa then moved back to Thunder Bay where she ran her own clinic and also worked part-time at the fitness club ‘Journey To Wellness’. Elisa has studied Reiki and has completed her Reiki Master level. These experiences have given Elisa the opportunity to learn and grow in a variety of areas as a Massage Therapist.

Elisa is a member of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) as well as a member of the Registered Massage Therapists Association of Ontario (RMTAO). She is the proud mother of two beautiful children, Zachary and Miranda. Elisa enjoys running, hiking, and gardening in her sparetime.

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I look forward to my visits for maintenance adjustments with Dr. Matt which keep me healthy and active. I am now able to participate in all activities I enjoy such as walking, swimming, tennis, and golfing with my husband.

~Gail S.

I have been receiving treatment from Dr. Amanda since I was 16 days old. My rough birth and all that time I spent laying crooked in my Mommy’s tummy hurt my neck and back. After I was born I had difficulty turning my head both ways and wasn’t feeling very good. Dr. Amanda is very kind and gentle with me and is doing a great job fixing me up.

~Burton (2 months old)

As a mom of two young children I do a lot of lifting, bending, and carrying. The treatments I receive have really helped alleviate my neck and lower back pain and stiffness. My husband suffered whiplash in a car accident and is still being treated. He is making good progress.

~Lana C.