THERAPEUTIC ULTRASOUND AT THE WELLNESS HUB
Gentle, hands-on relief for pain + tension
Therapeutic ultrasound is a gentle, non-invasive way to ease discomfort, calm tender areas, + support your body's natural recovery. Delivered one-on-one by our Chiropractors and Physiotherapists at Twh, for families across Stoney Creek + the greater Hamilton area.
Therapeutic ultrasound uses gentle sound waves to heal the tissue, ease discomfort, + support your body's own ability to recover.
A GENTLE, NON-INVASIVE APPROACH
Therapeutic ultrasound isn't the kind that takes pictures. It's a treatment your Chiropractor or Physiotherapist applies with a small handheld wand, gently gliding it over the affected area. The sound waves work deep in the tissue to support your body as it recovers.
Continuous ultrasound creates a soft, warming effect that can encourage blood flow [hello, circulation]. Pulsed ultrasound works differently: gentle waves that settle swelling and support the tissue as it heals, without adding heat.
At Twh in Stoney Creek, your treatment is delivered one-on-one by one of our Chiropractors [Dr. Julia, Dr. Devyn, Dr. Katie] or Physiotherapists [Vanessa, Chenya], who'll talk you through what's happening + check in on how you're feeling throughout. We're a short drive for families across the greater Hamilton area, + care is gentle + supportive throughout.
What ultrasound therapy can help with
Therapeutic ultrasound can be a supportive option for a range of soft-tissue discomfort. Right now, our most-requested use is gentle support for breastfeeding parents dealing with a blocked milk duct.
BLOCKED MILK DUCTS
A painful, hard lump while breastfeeding can stop you in your tracks. Ultrasound can help soften the area + support your body as the duct clears.
SUPPORTING RECOVERY
When you're working through discomfort + want gentle, non-invasive support alongside your other care.
TENDERNESS + INFLAMMATION
The achy, inflamed feeling in a specific area. Pulsed ultrasound can help ease discomfort here, settling swelling without adding heat to an already inflamed area.
MAMAS + BABES
Care designed with breastfeeding parents in mind, gentle, judgment-free, + focused on keeping you comfortable while you feed your little one[s].
SOFT-TISSUE DISCOMFORT
Ongoing tightness or soreness in muscles + soft tissue. Ultrasound can be a supportive part of a broader care plan.
WHEN HOME CARE ISN'T ENOUGH
You've tried the things at home... + you want some hands-on support. We're here for that.
What to expect during your visit
Your appointment is designed to feel calm, supportive, + focused on getting you comfortable, especially if you're sore or feeling overwhelmed.
1. A gentle check-in
We start by talking through what you're feeling, how long it's been going on, + anything you've already tried at home. This helps us understand the full picture.
2. A focused assessment
Your Chiropractor or Physiotherapist will gently assess the affected area + make sure ultrasound therapy is a suitable option for you.
3. Your ultrasound treatment
Using a small handheld wand, we apply therapeutic ultrasound over the area, choosing a warming [continuous] or non-warming [pulsed] setting based on what your body needs. The session is non-invasive. Most people find it relaxing. We'll check in with you throughout.
4. Support beyond the visit
You may leave with simple, practical tips for at-home care between sessions, things like positioning, warmth, + gentle movement to support your comfort + recovery.
Meet your practitioners
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Dr. Devyn Koczan
Chiropractor + Acupuncture Provider
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Dr. Julia Grundy
Chiropractor + Acupuncture Provider
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Dr. Katie White
Chiropractor + Acupuncture Provider
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Vanessa Weir
Orthopedic Physiotherapist
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Chenya Bourne
Registered Physiotherapist
FAQs about ultrasound therapy
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It's a gentle, non-invasive treatment that uses sound waves to care for tissue deep below the surface. It can be delivered 2 ways: continuous [a soft, warming effect that can increase blood flow] or pulsed [gentle waves that settle swelling without adding heat, often used when an area is inflamed]. It's applied with a small handheld wand + most people find it relaxing.
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No. It's gentle + non-invasive. With continuous [warming] ultrasound, you may feel a mild warmth as the wand moves over the area. With pulsed [non-warming] ultrasound, you won't. Either way, the treatment is comfortable, even when the area is tender.
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Right now, we offer ultrasound therapy as focused support for breastfeeding parents dealing with a blocked milk duct. Therapeutic ultrasound is used more broadly for soft-tissue discomfort as well, so if you're wondering whether it's a fit for what you're dealing with, reach out + we're happy to talk it through.
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Therapeutic ultrasound is widely used as a supportive treatment for blocked ducts in breastfeeding parents. Your Chiropractor or Physiotherapist will assess your situation first to make sure it's an appropriate option for you, + you can keep feeding your little one[s] as usual.
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Every body is different, so it varies. Some people feel relief after one session, others benefit from a short series of follow-ups. We'll talk through what makes sense for you at your first visit. (Initial Assessment is 45 minutes; Follow-Ups are 30 minutes.)
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No referral needed. You can book directly through our online scheduler.
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The Ultrasound Therapy Initial Assessment for blocked ducts is $105 (45 minutes) + Follow-Up sessions are $85 (30 minutes). Ultrasound can also be used within your regular chiropractic or physiotherapy appointments when it fits your treatment plan. Treatment may be covered under chiropractic or physiotherapy benefits, check with your provider.
Therapeutic ultrasound at Twh
Discomfort can be draining, especially when you're already navigating a lot. Therapeutic ultrasound is a gentle, hands-on option to help soothe tender areas + support your body's recovery, delivered one-on-one by our chiropractors.
Care at Twh is warm, personal, + designed around you. Serving Stoney Creek + the greater Hamilton area, we're here when you need us.