From our chiropractic offices in Oakland and the Inner Richmond neighborhood in San Francisco, we are committed to alleviating your pain as quickly as possible and empowering you to keep those results long term. The common goal of chiropractic services is to help you get out of pain, feel less stressed, and increase your level of health and vitality.
We specialize in prenatal care, however our chiropractic services are for every member of the family. We don't just "crack your back" and send you out the door in 3 minutes. We spend the time it takes to determine what are the underlying patterns in your body, and then address those with massage and teach you stretches and strengthening techniques to keep your problem from returning.
We specialize in prenatal care, however our chiropractic services are for every member of the family. We don't just "crack your back" and send you out the door in 3 minutes. We spend the time it takes to determine what are the underlying patterns in your body, and then address those with massage and teach you stretches and strengthening techniques to keep your problem from returning.
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Acorn Wellness Center is the result of the long-time vision of Elon Bartlett, who had been in practice in Berkeley for 7 years. His goal was to serve everyone looking for increased health and vitality while also being a one-stop shop for holistic pre-natal needs. The entire space is on the ground floor for stroller-accessibility, the waiting room boasts toys and kids books and there is a baby-changing table in the bathroom.
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All treatments at Acorn Wellness Center compliment each other and any care you may be getting elsewhere. The common goal of chiropractic services is to help you get out of pain, feel relaxed, and increase your level of health and vitality. We specialize in prenatal care, however our chiropractic services are for every member of the family, making it a Family Chiropractic Clinic and Wellness Center for the whole family.
During pregnancy there are several physiologic and endocrine changes that occur in preparation for the developing baby. One such change is the production of the pregnancy hormone relaxin which makes ligaments soft, allowing the pelvis to be more flexible during birth. The effect of relaxin, along with other postural adaptations such as increased weight and a protruding belly, make pregnancy.
Dr Bartlett is one of the Bay Area's top-rated chiropractors, and has been specializing in prenatal chiropractic care since 2001, making him one of the Bay Area's most experienced pregnancy chiropractors as well. Strengthen your body with therapeutic exercises to prepare for birth, or to speed up recovery afterward.
Reviews (21)
Lindsey Cartwright
Dec 30, 2020
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Elon Bartlett is hands down the best chiropractor I've ever been to. I saw him for rib pain, an ankle sprain, and ongoing neck and shoulder problems and saw incredible progress and resolution of my issues. He's also really kind, takes his time to listen and understand, and makes me feel really safe and cared for. This should be the standard for all medical professionals.
Nicole Chiu-Wang
Nov 17, 2020
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I’m so glad I was referred to Elon while recovering from an emergency c-section. His adjustments helped me heal faster and I continued treatments with him as breastfeeding and holding a newborn really caused a lot of back and shoulder pain for me. He combines active massage with chiropractic adjustments and CST which I felt was much more effective at addressing all my issues than chiropractic adjustments alone. He explains everything in a way that helped me understand what I could be doing between sessions at home to continue to improve.
My newborn also had a session with Elon and was much more
My newborn also had a session with Elon and was much more
Stephen Gallo
Oct 23, 2020
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Katie Reilly
Aug 19, 2020
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Highly recommend chiropractic care from Elon! He really takes time to listen, understand patient needs and preferences, and get to know you. Can easily sense his many years of experience caring for patients of all ages. Massage and adjustments are thorough and gentle. Shares a wealth of information and empowers me to take better care of myself. I leave feeling great. Transparent and fair payment process. Very responsive, easy to book appointments. Specializes in care during pregnancy and postpartum; a new mom recommended his care to me, and I’m so glad I checked it out. During COVID-19, very
Britton Shores
Aug 09, 2020
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Doctor Elon Bartlett is phenomenal! I can't recommend him enough. My doula made the referral during my pregnancy as my baby was breech. Elon used The Webster Method and Round Ligament Massage in order to create more space, which led to baby girl turning! Every time I would go to him while I was pregnant, I could feel her move around more as a result of having more space. Dr Bartlett has also helped me with other discomforts (such as pelvic synthesis) throughout my pregnancy. I wish I had found him sooner so I could have a more comfortable pregnancy earlier on. I will be recommending him to all
Laura Gallo
Jul 27, 2020
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Elon has been fantastic! I started going to him toward the end of my pregnancy. I carried low and had a lot of hip and nerve pain. Visits were so helpful with this and Elon even equipped me with exercises I could do at home to keep feeling well in between! Since having my son, I have really seen the benefits of a chiropractor and Elon truly tops them all. As my sweet boy grows and gets heavier in my arms, adjustments are truly a lifesaver in relieving pain and keeping me more mobile to be able play with my son. And Elon’s use of massage, rather than a machine roller, has truly helped me, especially
Emily Miles
Jun 27, 2020
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I am so grateful that I found Dr. Bartlett. I was pregnant and had been experiencing terrible pain in my tailbone area when walking for months. After two adjustments I could walk pain-free. I wish I had come in sooner! I think Dr. Bartlett is really passionate about his patients living healthy, pain-free lives and I always feel taken care of when I go in to see him. I also feel like he has an extremely thoughtful membership plan that really puts the patients first. Thank you!
Kaitlin Solimine
May 20, 2020
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Jeffrey Magner
Oct 02, 2019
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Elisabeth Becker
Aug 23, 2019
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A few months after having my baby I started to notice my lower back and sacrum were hurting more and more. This was my first pregnancy and it took quite a toll on my body. One day my back hurt so badly I could barely walk. Elon got me in for an appointment quickly and helped relieve my pain. What I particularly liked about Dr Bartlett is he included lots of specific massage techniques that prepared my body for the adjustments. After my visit I felt lighter and more aligned. I’m very grateful. I highly recommend his services.
Gail L.
Jul 28, 2019
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Elon Bartlett has been my chiropractor for many years. He does amazing adjustments and has tips on how to use better body mechanics for my day today work that I do. He is very educational and offers insight and information. I highly recommend him and its great to know that he now has an office in San Francisco too.
Asiyah A.
Jul 03, 2019
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Dr. Bartlett is very skilled and knowledgeable chiropractor. I trust him with my kids and he helped me immensely during my last pregnancy. He has a very calm, grounded and connected presence, which I really appreciate. He is also very respectful and patient with my kids. On a few occasions my kids didn't want to be touched and he gave them space and time to come around, he played with them, and showed them his toy chiropractic tools. My kids actually ask to go to him and when we are in an office that looks even remotely like Dr. Bartlett's they mention his name.
Jane N.
Sep 21, 2018
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Dr. Bartlett is amazing. He's gentle, knowledgeable, respectful, comforting and has magical hands. I had a serious freak accident sciatic nerve injury which translated to my spine, knee, and other various areas of my thighs, back, and calves.... I initially thought I was going to be somewhat crippled for life. -not a joke. I saw him once, and days later I felt a MASSIVE amount of healing.... like I could stand up out of bed and walk without numbness, tingling, and crazy pain. I saw him twice a week for a few weeks, then brought it down to once a week after a month or so... incorporated a bit
Heather B.
Feb 23, 2018
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I am a woman in her early 40s who works for a software company from home, sitting at a computer desk typing and on conference calls for most of my day. I also travel extensively for work- requiring me to carry luggage and sit on planes for extended periods of time. My neck and shoulders have historically been areas of pain for me, even to the point of disrupting my sleep or preventing me from doing things I love like playing soccer.
I was fortunate to find Dr. Bartlett through a personal referral, and I really appreciate the way he practices. What makes him different from other chiropractors
I was fortunate to find Dr. Bartlett through a personal referral, and I really appreciate the way he practices. What makes him different from other chiropractors
Megan A.
Feb 15, 2018
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This review is long overdue. I've been seeing Dr. Bartlett for almost four years now. He and Acorn as a whole are outstanding. At 44 I feel more limber and relaxed than in my 20s or 30s. Amazing!
I've been to 6 or 7 chiropractors in my life as I had scoliosis as a youth and back pain much of my life. He is the best I've seen, a highly skilled chiropractor who also has a respectful and kind manner. He always offers easy to understand explanations about the adjustments and treatments he gives. I never feel like he is rushing, and always gives me his full attention.
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I've been to 6 or 7 chiropractors in my life as I had scoliosis as a youth and back pain much of my life. He is the best I've seen, a highly skilled chiropractor who also has a respectful and kind manner. He always offers easy to understand explanations about the adjustments and treatments he gives. I never feel like he is rushing, and always gives me his full attention.
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Aida L.
Oct 23, 2016
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If I get pregnant again, I will be coming again to see Dr. Bartlett. I started coming to him when I was about 14 weeks pregnant. Prior to seeing him I was starting to already feel lower back pain which is common in pregnant women but after a short visits those back pains started to disappear. I had no back pain through out my pregnancy nor during labor! I had a good pregnancy and I believe coming here helped with that a lot. I am really happy Dr. Bartlett works with babies since most chiropractors don't. My baby already has her second appt in a couple months and I can't wait to bring
Viktoriia B.
Aug 23, 2015
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I expected a little bit more from the prenatal massage, but it's just my feeling.
The therapist was nice, no complaints. The massage was also fine and I really love the adjustment for the belly.
But there is one unpleasant thing to mention. I ordered the 90 min session, but I checked that I got only 60 min from that. That's made me disappointed, considering a not cheap price for the service.
The therapist was nice, no complaints. The massage was also fine and I really love the adjustment for the belly.
But there is one unpleasant thing to mention. I ordered the 90 min session, but I checked that I got only 60 min from that. That's made me disappointed, considering a not cheap price for the service.
F. P.
May 27, 2015
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Rick N.
Mar 17, 2015
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I've been seeing Elon and his Massage staff for a number of years. The front desk staff have always been friendly and helpful. The Massage Therapists have never let me down and Elon has always listened to me and helped with pain management.
I am signed up for the monthly massage program and it works great. I typically get a massage and then an adjustment and unless there's some outside stress factors in my life, this monthly routine keeps me going and feeling great!
I am signed up for the monthly massage program and it works great. I typically get a massage and then an adjustment and unless there's some outside stress factors in my life, this monthly routine keeps me going and feeling great!
Jacoba C.
Mar 15, 2015
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I was referred to Acorn Wellness & Dr. Bartlett by my doula, when I found out my baby was breech and I was already 39 weeks pregnant. This was terrifying because I REALLY want to avoid a C-section. The baby wound up flipping herself around again on her own--BUT I still can't speak highly enough of how much he helped me. Of all the people I talked to when trying to decide how to proceed, and what treatments to get or not get, Dr. Bartlett was the most knowledgeable, understanding, and helpful. He gave his advice freely and extensively though at that point we had never met. All his suggestions
Joe O.
May 02, 2014
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It's real.
Wife got the prenatal care package and the results are tangible. She experienced the common numbness in her finger tips for pregnant women. Well after a ligament massage the tingling stopped.
Our 3 week old baby had problems latching for breast feeding. After a session of rehabbing her and helping her to balance her tongue our baby immediately latched for 2 mins straight with no nipple shield.
Wife got the prenatal care package and the results are tangible. She experienced the common numbness in her finger tips for pregnant women. Well after a ligament massage the tingling stopped.
Our 3 week old baby had problems latching for breast feeding. After a session of rehabbing her and helping her to balance her tongue our baby immediately latched for 2 mins straight with no nipple shield.
