DR. MELISSA HAMILTON

• Doctor of Chiropractic (DC)
• Chiropractic Sports Sciences Specialist (FRCCSS(C)
• Master of Science (MSc) in Human Health and Nutritional Science
• Contemporary Medical Acupuncture Provider
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

Dr. Hamilton completed her undergraduate Human Kinetics degree at the University of Guelph with Honours before continuing to pursue her Master of Science degree in Human Health and Nutritional Sciences. She successfully defended her thesis at the University of Guelph in 2015. While completing these two degrees, she worked in the fitness industry as a weight room supervisor, personal trainer and health coach. She continued to work full time in the fitness industry for two years following her studies before she made the decision to pursue Chiropractic as her final career choice.

Dr. Hamilton attended the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) and graduated in 2021 with clinical honours. Upon graduation she became a Fellow of the Royal College of Chiropractic Sports Sciences where she gained advanced training around fitness, performance and sport injuries. She has also completed post-graduate training in Contemporary Medical Acupuncture from McMaster University and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. She is a certified Functional Range and Conditioning Mobility Specialist (FRCms), and Graston Soft Tissue Therapy provider. She also holds certifications in muscle activation and palpation techniques, postpartum rehabilitation and Sportside Medical EFR.

Dr. Hamilton’s extensive education has given her the tools to provide exceptional patient centred care. She uses an evidence-informed approach in diagnosing muscle and joint conditions, along with developing a plan of management and treatment plan. Her clinical experiences have ranged from injury prevention, to working with chronic pain patients at St. Michaels Hospital in Toronto. She is well equipped to deal with a wide range of conditions such as back pain, neck pain, hip and shoulder pain, ankle sprains, carpal tunnel and more. She also has a special interest in female health and treating Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (jaw pain). Her treatment style includes a combination of manual therapy involving chiropractic joint manipulation, joint mobilizations, and a variety of soft tissue therapy techniques. She puts a large emphasis on patient empowerment through self management techniques such as progressive stretches and strengthening exercises. She is also capable of utilizing acupuncture, electro-therapeutic modalities, and custom orthotics when indicated.