Dwijal Viral Modi – Physiotherapist | Mississauga, ON

Dwijal Viral Modi is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Physiotherapy & Beyond in Mississauga, ON, Dwijal Modi is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Dwijal Modi's focus is addressing a wide range of muscle, joint, bone, tendon, and ligament conditions. This includes everything from acute injuries like sprains and strains, to chronic pain management, arthritis care, and comprehensive post-operative rehabilitation. Dwijal Modi serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Dwijal Viral Modi completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Shree Swaminarayan Physiotherapy College (Graduating Class of 2007). With extensive clinical experience, Dwijal Modi is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Dwijal Modi has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

Dwijal Modi's practice philosophy centers on empowering patients through clear education about their condition and practical self-management strategies for lasting results. Dwijal Modi employs a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. Dwijal Modi utilizes a collaborative approach, working closely with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. Dwijal Modi offers consultations in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Panjabi, and Punjabi.

Dwijal Viral Modi provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Back Neck Pain

• Postural Back/Neck Pain: Muscular pain, trigger points, and tension headaches resulting from habitual poor posture, which can be addressed with postural re-education, exercises, and ergonomic advice.
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Symptoms of nerve compression originating from the spine, such as a 'slipped disc' or 'pinched nerve', causing radiating pain, altered sensation, or muscle weakness in a limb.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): A range of neck and related symptoms including pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and sometimes arm pain or cognitive difficulties, following a rapid acceleration-deceleration injury to the neck, most typically from a motor vehicle accident.
• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Symptoms like 'neurogenic claudication' – leg pain, cramping, or heaviness with walking or prolonged standing that typically eases with rest or bending forward (flexion).

Common Musculoskeletal

• Neck Pain and Stiffness: Painful neck conditions that can make head movements difficult, sometimes leading to headaches or radiating pain into the shoulders.
• Low Back Pain (Acute or Chronic): Pain, discomfort, or stiffness in the lumbar spine region, whether it's a sudden onset or a long-lasting issue affecting your daily life.
• Wrist and Hand Pain (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain's Tenosynovitis, Strains): Symptoms in your hand or wrist that impact your ability to perform your job, hobbies, or essential self-care tasks, addressed by specialized hand physiotherapy.
• Muscle Strains and Tears: Common injuries in active individuals, athletes, or resulting from accidents, leading to localized pain, swelling, bruising, and weakness in the affected muscle (e.g., hamstring, calf, quadriceps, groin, rotator cuff).

Joint Pain

• Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): Commonly known as 'wear-and-tear' arthritis, this condition affects various joints, often worsening with age, overuse, or previous injury, and can significantly impact daily function.
• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Conditions like 'jumper's knee' (patellar tendinopathy), 'swimmer's shoulder' (rotator cuff tendinopathy), or 'tennis elbow' (lateral epicondylitis) caused by tendon issues that limit your ability to perform specific tasks.

This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. Diagnosis for physiotherapist is based on individual assessment, so if your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Dwijal Modi can assess your needs.

• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: Ultrasound therapy as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, often used to prepare tissues for manual therapy or exercise, or to manage acute and chronic soft tissue injuries.
• Spinal Decompression / Mechanical Traction: A specialized physiotherapy treatment that uses a traction table or manual techniques to gently decompress spinal structures, relieve pressure, and promote healing.
• Therapeutic Heat Application: Superficial heat application carefully monitored by your therapist to promote relaxation, pain relief, and enhance the effectiveness of other treatments.
• Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy): A common physiotherapy treatment for acute injuries, designed to help numb pain, decrease bleeding into the tissues, and minimize secondary hypoxic injury.
• Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): The application of focused acoustic waves (Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy) by a trained Physiotherapist to treat chronic tendon issues (e.g., plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, Achilles tendinopathy), calcific tendinosis, and other persistent musculoskeletal conditions.
• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: Utilizing therapeutic laser to enhance tissue regeneration, reduce pain signals, and manage inflammation as part of your comprehensive physiotherapy care.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Dwijal Modi, or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.

All services are provided in accordance with the scope of practice for Physiotherapists in ON and the standards set by The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.

At Physiotherapy & Beyond, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Dwijal Modi frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Living with working on getting back to normal after a fracture or other surgery doesn't have to be your norm. Dwijal Modi applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards better joint stability during movement and weight-bearing activities, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of cycling longer distances with their cycling club.
• It's truly rewarding for Dwijal Modi to witness patients conquer needing to improve my breathing patterns or lung capacity and experience enhanced ability to participate in social and community events. A tailored approach to physiotherapy, focusing on your specific needs, can make a significant difference in your ability to participate in returning to dancing, whether it's ballet, salsa, or just for fun again.
• Rediscover your ability to maintaining their balance and stability while walking on uneven ground or trails without the constant burden of tendonitis pain flaring up in my shoulder, knee, elbow, or foot. Dwijal Modi focuses on evidence-based treatment plans that lead to a better ability to cope with the physical stresses of daily life, integrating various therapeutic techniques for optimal and lasting results.
• The path to recovery from dealing with pelvic pain or bladder/bowel control issues (for both men and women) and achieving achieving personal fitness goals that once seemed out of reach for walking up and down several flights of stairs without issue or breathlessness often starts with expert guidance. Dwijal Modi, a skilled physiotherapist, provides just that.

Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Dwijal Modi, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.

Dwijal Modi practices at Physiotherapy & Beyond, situated in the Clarkson North, Sheridan Park neighborhood of Mississauga. The clinic is conveniently located near Meadowvale Conservation Area (South edge) and is accessible via MiWay (Mississauga Transit). Our clinic is accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

I have private health insurance. How does that work with physiotherapy payments?

Many private health insurance plans offer full or partial coverage for registered physiotherapy services. We recommend you contact your insurance provider directly before your first appointment to understand the specifics of your plan. Key things to check are: your annual maximum for physiotherapy, any per-visit limits or co-payments, whether a doctor's referral is required for reimbursement, and if your plan allows for direct billing by the clinic. If Physiotherapy & Beyond offers direct billing and your plan allows it, we can often bill your insurer directly for the covered portion. You would then be responsible for any co-payment or remaining balance not covered by your plan at the time of service. Please bring your insurance card and all necessary policy details to your first appointment. If direct billing is not possible, we will provide you with an official receipt that you can submit to your insurer.

Will I be given exercises to do at home?

Yes, a personalized home exercise program is a crucial and integral component of most physiotherapy treatment plans. Your Physiotherapist will prescribe specific exercises tailored to your condition, abilities, and goals. These exercises are designed to complement your in-clinic treatment, help you manage your symptoms effectively between sessions, accelerate your recovery, and empower you with tools for long-term self-management. Your active participation in your home program is key for optimal results.

What should I expect during my first physiotherapy appointment?

Your initial physiotherapy appointment is a comprehensive assessment. Your Physiotherapist will start by discussing your medical history, the details of your current symptoms or injury, your concerns, and what you hope to achieve with physiotherapy (your functional goals). This is followed by a thorough physical examination, which may include evaluating your range of motion, strength, posture, balance, and specific movement patterns, as well as performing special tests relevant to your condition. Based on these findings, your therapist will provide a clinical impression or diagnosis, discuss a personalized treatment plan with you, and often begin some initial treatment or provide education and a home exercise program to get you started.

Is physiotherapy covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON?

OHIP generally does NOT cover physiotherapy services in private outpatient clinics for most of the population. Publicly funded physiotherapy is available in specific situations (e.g., post-hospitalization for certain conditions, for children/youth, seniors, or through Community Physiotherapy Clinics/Family Health Teams), but eligibility criteria are strict and there may be waitlists. We strongly advise checking your private insurance for private clinic coverage.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

Physiotherapy should not be an ordeal of pain. While you might feel some discomfort or a stretching sensation as you work to regain movement or strength, especially in the initial stages of treatment for an acute injury or chronic stiffness, it's rarely 'painful' in a distressing or harmful way. Your Physiotherapist will guide you through each step, modify treatments to suit your comfort and tolerance, and ensure that the overall experience is positive. The ultimate aim is to make you feel better, not worse.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapist in ON?

Patients in ON can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a physician's referral (direct access). However, some private/extended health insurance plans require a referral for reimbursement. Check your insurance policy before your first appointment.

Is there anything specific I should bring to my first physiotherapy appointment?

Bring your provincial health card, any relevant medical information (doctor's referral, imaging reports), a list of medications, and your insurance card (if applicable). Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement.

Physiotherapy & Beyond
1601 Lakeshore Rd W, Lower Level
Mississauga, ON, L5J 1J4

Dwijal Viral Modi is regulated by the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 and Physiotherapy Act, 1991 in ON and is a registered member of The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.

Registration Number: XXX93

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=1ba71724-9502-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.