Jacquelin Rotella

Jacquelin Rotella provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Back Neck Pain

• Postural Back/Neck Pain: Discomfort, aching, stiffness, or muscle fatigue in the back or neck arising from sustained or awkward postures during daily activities, prolonged work (e.g., desk work, computer use), or sleep.
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Sharp, shooting, electric-like, or burning pain that travels along the path of a nerve due to issues with intervertebral discs or other spinal structures.

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): Persistent tendon pain that can interfere with your sports, work, or daily activities, often requiring specific loading programs and advice from a physiotherapist for effective management.

Hand Wrist

• Hand and Wrist Injuries & Conditions (e.g., Fractures, Tendon Injuries, Sprains, Arthritis - Conservative/Post-Op): Focused physiotherapy care for complex hand and wrist problems, often involving custom splinting or orthosis fabrication, manual therapy (joint and soft tissue mobilization), specific exercises to restore dexterity, strength, and range of motion, scar management, and sensory re-education.
• Trigger Finger/Thumb (Stenosing Tenosynovitis): Conservative physiotherapy management for trigger digit, which may include splinting to rest the tendon, specific tendon gliding exercises, activity modification advice, modalities to reduce inflammation, and education to prevent recurrence.

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. Jacqui can assess your needs.

• Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Hands-on physiotherapy focused on mobilizing restricted joints and soft tissues to promote healing, restore normal biomechanics, and alleviate pain.
• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: A progressive program designed to build a strong and stable core, improving your body's foundation for all movements and reducing strain on other structures.
• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Education and instruction on effective and safe stretching techniques to help you maintain or improve your body's flexibility and joint mobility.
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Customized exercise plans designed to help you recover from injury, manage chronic conditions, improve physical performance, and achieve your functional goals safely and effectively.
• Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation and Performance: Customized strength training to address specific weaknesses identified in your assessment, helping to correct imbalances, improve movement efficiency, and achieve your physical objectives.
• Neural Mobilization Techniques (Nerve Gliding): Improving the mobility and health of your nervous system to reduce pain, restore sensation, and enhance overall function.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Jacqui, 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 Med Rehab Group Inc - Richmond Hill, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Jacqui frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Are you finding that needing to improve my breathing patterns or lung capacity stops you from enjoying returning to a specific physical hobby they had to give up due to pain? Jacqui is dedicated to helping patients like you achieve enjoying cycling or swimming regularly without pain or limitation through a hands-on, active approach to physiotherapy.
• Patients struggling with pain in my shins when I try to run or be active (shin splints) can find dedicated and compassionate support from Jacqui. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving greater ease in performing overhead activities or reaching, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as playing a few sets of tennis without shoulder pain.
• Patients often come to Jacqui feeling defeated by recovering from a painful and limiting work-related injury (WCB/CNESST/WorkSafe claim). With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving a noticeable improvement in their gait and walking efficiency and resuming engaging in volunteer work that might have physical demands becomes a realistic and attainable goal.
• Don't let my baby/child having trouble with their motor skills, like delayed rolling, sitting or walking dictate what you can and cannot do. Jacqui offers physiotherapy solutions aimed at enhanced ability to participate in social and community events, helping you reclaim working at their desk all day without developing back or neck stiffness and enjoy a more functional life.

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

Jacqui practices at Med Rehab Group Inc - Richmond Hill, located in the Maple neighborhood of Vaughan. The clinic enjoys a convenient location near IKEA Vaughan and is easily accessible via York Region Transit (YRT) / Viva. Our clinic is accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

Is there parking available at or near Med Rehab Group Inc - Richmond Hill?

Yes, there is ample free patient parking available directly in front of and beside our building. Look for the designated patient spots.

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

In Ontario, you can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a doctor's referral. This is known as direct access. However, some private/extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement of physiotherapy services. It is strongly recommended that you check with your insurance provider before your first appointment to understand their specific requirements.

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

OHIP generally does NOT cover physiotherapy services in private outpatient clinics. 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. It's essential to check your private insurance coverage, as many plans offer significant physiotherapy benefits for services in private clinics.

What kind of clothing should I wear to my physiotherapy appointment?

Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows the Physiotherapist to easily access and assess the area being treated, and permits you to move freely for any exercises or movements. For example, shorts are ideal for knee, hip, or ankle issues, while a tank top or loose t-shirt works well for shoulder, neck, or upper back problems. Athletic wear or gym attire is generally a good choice. You may also be provided with a gown if needed.

Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?

The number of physiotherapy sessions required varies greatly from person to person, depending on factors such as the nature and severity of your condition, its duration, your treatment goals, your body's response to therapy, and your adherence to your home exercise program. Your Physiotherapist will discuss a proposed treatment plan after your initial assessment and will re-evaluate your progress with you.

What is Med Rehab Group Inc - Richmond Hill's appointment cancellation policy?

We understand that schedules can change unexpectedly. To ensure we can accommodate all our patients efficiently, we kindly request at least 24 hours' notice for any appointment cancellations or rescheduling. This allows us to offer the time slot to other patients. A fee may be charged for late cancellations (less than 24 hours' notice) or missed appointments. Please contact our clinic as soon as possible if you need to make any changes to your appointment.

Med Rehab Group Inc - Richmond Hill
955 Major MacKenzie Drive West, Suite 106
Vaughan, ON, L6A 4P9

Phone: (289) 278-8607

Jacquelin Rotella 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: XXX78

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=ade58b1f-9002-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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