Aloha and Welcome!
Our holistic model of care helps you move and feel your best by supporting the body’s ability to heal naturally.
Aloha and Welcome!
We are a chiropractic health care clinic located on the windward side of Oahu. Our holistic model of care is designed to help you move and feel your best by tapping into your body’s ability to heal naturally.
Nature First
Healing comes from within. We help you express health naturally without drugs or surgery.
Holistic Support
Successful healing happens faster and more completely when we address the needs of the whole person – mind, body, and spirit.
We are Ohana!
Health, family, and community are at the core of everything we do.
Meet Dr. Cara
Passionate about helping families achieve optimal health through natural medicine
Dr. Cara Poppas DC
Owner, Chiropractor
Hi, I’m Dr. Cara Poppas. I’m here to offer you a complete chiropractic plan of care as a safe, effective solution for your health.
I understand how hard it can be to choose wisely when it comes to good health care. In my early 20’s, I was in a car accident which damaged my spine and left me in chronic pain. After getting nowhere with conventional medicine, a friend recommend I try chiropractic which changed my life.
With regular chiropractic adjustments, my body began to heal beyond my neck injury. The more I experienced deep changes in myself, the more I wanted to learn about the body’s innate healing wisdom so I could help others find relief too.
My passion is helping families achieve optimal health through natural care, so our beautiful community can thrive.
Education & Credentials
- Doctor of Chiropractic, Sherman College
- Certified Webster Technique Practitioner
- Member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association
- Certified CoreAlign Instructor
I believe...
There is power in mindfulness.
I first experienced Vipassana meditation during an organic farming adventure around Australia. The mind – body connection has since opened many doors for me to travel and study ancient healing traditions and sparked a curiosity in me to study anatomy and physiology. To this day, meditation continues to be one of my favorite ways to reset.
You'll find me...
Living the Island Life
I enjoy travel, fitness, and leisure. I also like to hike, swim, bike, paddle board, and cook with whole foods. I love living in Hawaii and enjoy it’s natural beauty and laid-back island lifestyle.
Meet Sarah
Sarah Roditi, Chiropractic Assistant
You’ll be greeted with a smile by our lovely Chiropractic Assistant, Sarah Roditi. She is here to help answer your questions and assist you with all of your scheduling needs.
Cara is the only one that has been able to help relieve my pain!
I have gone to many Chiropractors for my back pains, and Cara is the only one that has been able to help relieve my pain!!! I've been waiting 7 years to find someone, and I'm so glad I started going to her! I also love how she explains what she will be doing and why! She's AMAZING!!!!! THANK YOU, CARA!!
Keikilani H.Honolulu, HI
She genuinely cared that I felt better
Cara and her team were very helpful when I hurt my back and needed their help! Cara's way of explaining what she's doing and the way she genuinely cared that I felt better will keep me coming back.
Chelsea A.Kailua, HI
She's very intuitive and can identify problem areas without even asking
Dr. Cara Poppas has helped me through numerous chronic pain issues including sciatica, knee and hip pain. She's very intuitive and can identify problem areas without even asking. She combines massage with adjustments and always takes the time to explain her methods and offers suggestions on how to address issues from the bigger picture. The facility is top notch and her assistant Sara is wonderful.
Kristin J.Honolulu, HI
Her manipulations quickly led to the relief of my symptoms
My experience with Dr. Cara has been exemplary. She quickly diagnosed my problem (mild scoliosis), which had many other manifestations. Then she came up with a treatment plan explaining correctly all the anatomy considerations which was important to me as I am a physician. Her manipulations quickly led to the relief of my symptoms, for which I am quite grateful. Thus I rate her as an excellent clinician.
Colin A.Kailua, HI
100% recommend her!!
Dr. Cara is amazing! She takes time to listen to all of your concerns and makes you feel like you are being heard. She is very knowledgeable in what she does. 100% recommend her!!
Mariah P.Lahaina, HI
Just works miracles!
Can't ask for a better Chiropractor!
Erik H.Springville, UT
My headaches have decreased tremendously
Dr. Cara's treatment for my migraines and stabbing headaches had a great side effect! It made my tinnitus disappear for a day or two which was unexpected. But each time I went to treatment, my tinnitus would subside for 1-2 days after and my headaches have decreased tremendously.
Vanessa M.Anaheim, CA
Dr. Cara integrates massage and chiropractic care. For me this works best.
The first time I went during the massage my spine adjusted on it's own! There was a loud crack/pop and I felt a lot better but she didn't do the adjustment yet. She did more adjusting to my back and neck and I fell a heck of a lot better.
Rani R.Honolulu, HI
She is an integral part of my wellness team.
Dr. Cara is knowledgeable and listens for the cause of any discomfort. She is a lovely person and an integral part of my wellness team. I can't recommend it enough!
Rita A.Kailua, HI
I decided to give her a try. I'm very glad I did.
So I've been to chiropractors in the past, probably 12ish years ago was the last time, and stopped going because well, it just hurt and I didn't feel like I was feeling any better. This time, I felt like something just wasn't right and didn't feel like it was in the expertise of my regular doctor, and when my co-worker suggested Dr. Poppas (who just happens to practice right next door to my office), I decided to give her a try. I'm very glad I did.
Teri Y.Honolulu, HI
I've seen many chiropractors in my life but she brings something special to the table
Dr. Cara is so awesome. She is so attentive and really understands all the elements at play. I've really enjoyed seeing her and I highly recommend her. I've seen many chiropractors in my life but she brings something special to the table. Also Sarah at the front desk is super sweet and I really feel taken care of when I visit. Every single time I leave her office I feel more relaxed, loosened up and happy. Thank you!!
Heather M. Novato, CA
Dr. Cara has been a God-send in my life.
For years, I have struggled through unbelievable neck pain, as well as chronic headaches. I've tried multiple chiropractors in many different locations throughout the United States. Nothing seemed to help. I would go to those other chiropractors and feel as though they did not understand my pain or work with me to alleviate my pain.
Anthony M.Pismo Beach, CA
It is part massage and part adjustment, which is my favorite approach.
I woke up with a strained neck and scrambled to get into a chiropractor. Cara was able to see me that day for an initial consultation and a thorough treatment. I like how she takes her time and the peaceful environment she creates. It is part massage and part adjustment, which is my favorite approach. I will be back soon!
Josh S.Carpinteria, CA
Her patience and attention to detail are far beyond what I've experienced.
Where do I start? How about how I feel when I know I'm going to see Cara. I know her compassion and presence already make me feel confident and ready to be healed. She always reminds me that it's a process and to trust it. Her patience and attention to detail are far beyond what I've experienced. I highly recommend anyone who wants alignment + healing to go and see Cara at Ka'ohao! Thank you, Cara, for your continued support in my health and wellness.
Wendiggz U.Honolulu, HI
Cara is great on another scale.
She is patient, kind, gentle & thorough. She does a lot of muscle work which anyone can appreciate. She gets the kinks out. I love it! Don't expect to be in and out. This is not clockwork chiropractic. She uses activator, drop table & myofascial release techniques before finally adjusting you. She's great! Check her out!
Kuuipo S.Waimanalo, HI
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