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About Jaldhi Patel
Jaldhi Harsh Patel is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Pro Physio & Sport Medicine Centres in Ottawa, ON, Jaldhi Patel is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Jaldhi Patel'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. Jaldhi Patel serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.
Jaldhi Harsh Patel completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Gujarat University (Graduating Class of 2016). With clinical experience, Jaldhi Patel is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Jaldhi Patel has a particular interest or further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.
Jaldhi Patel empowers patients through clear education about their condition and practical self-management strategies for lasting results. Jaldhi Patel adopts a collaborative approach, working with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. Jaldhi Patel offers consultations in English, Gujarati, Hindi.
Common Health Concerns Jaldhi Harsh Patel Addresses
Jaldhi Harsh Patel provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:
Back Neck Pain
- Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Back or neck pain that often radiates into an arm or leg, potentially with numbness, tingling, weakness, or burning sensations, due to a spinal disc problem (herniation, protrusion, or bulge) compressing or irritating a nearby nerve root (radiculopathy). Sciatica specifically refers to radicular pain down the leg.
- 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).
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): Addressing the inflammation, pain, and restricted movement associated with stenosing tenosynovitis of the finger or thumb.
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. Jaldhi Patel can assess your needs.
Jaldhi Harsh Patel's Physiotherapy Services
- 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.
- General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: Graded exercise programs designed to improve your overall physical fitness, endurance, strength, and functional capacity, especially beneficial after illness, surgery, or periods of prolonged inactivity.
- Muscle Energy Techniques (MET): Gentle, active manual therapy techniques where you use your own specific muscle contractions against your therapist's controlled resistance to improve joint mobility, lengthen tight tissues, and reduce pain.
- Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Skilled hands-on techniques, including gentle joint mobilizations (smooth, rhythmic movements) and, where appropriate and authorized, joint manipulations (quick, precise thrusts) to restore optimal movement, reduce pain, and improve joint function.
- Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: Hands-on treatment focusing on your body's soft tissues to restore pliability, reduce discomfort, and optimize movement quality.
- Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Development of a tailored therapeutic exercise program by your Physiotherapist, focused on your specific rehabilitation needs, strength goals, flexibility improvements, balance, and overall conditioning.
Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Jaldhi Patel, 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.
Achieving Your Health Goals with Physiotherapy Care
At Pro Physio & Sport Medicine Centres, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Jaldhi Patel frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- For those whose a noticeable curve in my child's spine or uneven shoulders (scoliosis concerns) has made enjoying long, challenging hikes on weekends again seem like a distant memory, Jaldhi Patel's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward getting back to enjoying life's simple pleasures without physical limitations. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to enjoying long, challenging hikes on weekends again with greater comfort and renewed confidence.
- The journey to improved circulation and tissue healing when faced with persistent sharp pain shooting down my leg, feeling a lot like sciatica is made smoother and more effective with Jaldhi Patel's expert physiotherapy care, often leading to a fulfilling and active return to pastimes like going on enjoyable fishing or camping trips again.
- Struggling with the frustration of my baby/child having trouble with their motor skills, like delayed rolling, sitting or walking? Jaldhi Patel develops individualized physiotherapy programs specifically aimed at achieving improved coordination for complex movements and fine motor tasks. This is key to helping you get back to doing giving presentations or speaking publicly with confidence and good posture with confidence and significantly reduced discomfort.
- If difficulty coordinating my movements, feeling clumsy is preventing you from fully enjoying pushing a stroller or shopping cart without difficulty, Jaldhi Patel offers expert guidance and tailored treatment. Physiotherapy focuses on attaining the ability to sit for longer periods (e.g., at a desk, in a car) without significant discomfort, often utilizing targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education to help you regain your previous level of function.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Jaldhi Patel, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Clinic Location & Accessibility
Jaldhi Patel practices at Pro Physio & Sport Medicine Centres, situated in the Vanier East, Rockcliffe Park South neighborhood of Ottawa. The clinic is conveniently located near National Defence HQ (Pearkes Building) and is accessible via OC Transpo (O-Train LRT, Bus). Our clinic is accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions about Physiotherapy in Ottawa
- Is there parking available at or near Pro Physio & Sport Medicine Centres?
- Yes, there is ample free patient parking available directly in front of and beside our building. Look for the designated patient spots.
- 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 Pro Physio & Sport Medicine Centres 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?
- Absolutely! Home exercises are a vital part of your rehabilitation journey and empower you to take an active role in your recovery process. Your Physiotherapist will carefully select and teach you exercises specific to your needs. These exercises help to reinforce what's done in the clinic, manage your condition effectively, and ensure you continue progressing towards your goals even when you're not in a session.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapist in ON?
- Patients in Ontario can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a physician's referral (this is known as direct access). However, some private/extended health insurance plans require a referral for reimbursement of physiotherapy services. Check your insurance policy before your first appointment.
- Does Pro Physio & Sport Medicine Centres offer direct billing to private insurance companies?
- Please contact the clinic directly to confirm their direct billing policies with insurance providers.
- 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. Check your private insurance for coverage.
Clinic Contact & Licensing Information
Pro Physio & Sport Medicine Centres
150 Montreal Rd., Suite 108
Ottawa, ON, K1L 8H2
Phone: (613) 842-9939
Jaldhi Harsh Patel 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: XXX99
Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=454c18dc-c84c-ed11-bba3-002248d51760
Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.