Kanika Alagh – Physiotherapist | Mississauga, ON

Kanika Alagh is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Lifecare Rehab in Mississauga, ON, Kanika Alagh is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Kanika Alagh's role involves 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. Kanika Alagh serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Kanika Alagh completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (Graduating Class of 2008). With extensive clinical experience, Kanika Alagh is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Kanika Alagh has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

Kanika Alagh employs a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting; promoting preventative care and long-term wellness for the Mississauga community through proactive physiotherapy; and maintaining a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional learning to provide the best care. Kanika Alagh offers consultations in English, Hindi, Panjabi, and Punjabi.

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

Hand Wrist

• Trigger Finger/Thumb (Stenosing Tenosynovitis): Helping to alleviate the symptoms of a catching, locking, or painful finger/thumb through targeted physiotherapy interventions, potentially avoiding the need for injections or surgery in some cases.
• 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.

Joint Pain

• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Pain, tenderness, swelling, and dysfunction in a tendon (the strong cords that attach muscles to bones) due to overuse, repetitive strain, injury, or degeneration. Common sites include the Achilles, patellar tendon (knee), rotator cuff (shoulder), or elbow (tennis/golfer's elbow).
• Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): A degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of cartilage and underlying bone, leading to pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility in affected joints like the knees, hips, spine, or hands.

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. Kanika Alagh can assess your needs.

• Neural Mobilization Techniques (Nerve Gliding): Specialized manual techniques aimed at restoring normal movement and function to peripheral nerves that may be compressed, adhered, or under tension.
• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Developing control, strength, and endurance in your core musculature for improved functional performance, pain reduction, and prevention of re-injury.
• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Personalized programs incorporating various stretching techniques (e.g., static, dynamic, PNF) to alleviate stiffness, increase tissue extensibility, and promote better posture.
• 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.
• Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: Application of skilled soft tissue techniques to manage pain, stiffness, and improve function in muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia.
• 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.

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

• At Kanika Alagh's physiotherapy practice, individuals with pain or weakness that's stopping me from enjoying my favorite hobbies are guided towards a return to intimacy without the fear of pain or discomfort. The focus is on enabling you to once again participate fully and comfortably in activities you enjoy, such as handling their job that involves frequent standing, walking, or bending.
• For those whose persistent dizziness that isn't a spinning vertigo but makes me feel unsteady has made sitting comfortably through a movie at the cinema or a play seem like a distant memory, Kanika Alagh's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward learning specific exercises that provide ongoing relief and maintain their progress. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to sitting comfortably through a movie at the cinema or a play with greater comfort and renewed confidence.
• Patients often come to Kanika Alagh feeling defeated by facial weakness or drooping on one side (like Bell's Palsy). With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving feeling a substantial improvement in their mobility and range of motion for easier movement and resuming maintaining their balance and stability while walking on uneven ground or trails becomes a realistic and attainable goal.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Kanika Alagh's clinic, common concerns like an awkward gait or limping when I walk are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of noticeable strength gains in their limbs, supporting more demanding tasks. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like participating in water aerobics or other pool-based exercises.

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

Kanika Alagh practices at Lifecare Rehab, situated in the Cooksville East, Mississauga Valleys neighborhood of Mississauga. The clinic is conveniently located near Winston Churchill Transitway Station and is accessible via MiWay (Mississauga Transit). Our clinic is accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

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

It's recommended to wear or bring clothing that allows unrestricted movement and provides easy access for your physiotherapist to examine the body part being assessed or treated. For instance, if you have a knee problem, please wear or bring shorts. For shoulder issues, a sleeveless top or a top with loose armholes is often helpful. The goal is to make the assessment and treatment as effective as possible.

What are Lifecare Rehab's operating hours?

Lifecare Rehab is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and some practitioners offer Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. However, hours can vary by practitioner and day, so please call our office or check our website/online booking portal for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.

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. Always check your private insurance for coverage, as many plans offer significant physiotherapy coverage for services in private clinics.

Is there parking available at or near Lifecare Rehab?

Ample free patient parking is available directly in front of and beside the building. Look for the designated patient spots.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

While some physiotherapy techniques might feel uncomfortable or cause a temporary increase in soreness (similar to muscle soreness after a new workout), especially when working on stiff joints or tight muscles, it should not be excessively or intolerably painful. Your Physiotherapist will discuss what sensations you might expect with different treatments and will always aim to adjust the intensity and techniques to ensure you are as comfortable as possible while still achieving therapeutic benefits. Constant communication about your comfort level is very important.

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.

Does Lifecare Rehab offer direct billing to private insurance companies?

Please contact the clinic to confirm their direct billing capabilities. Bring your insurance card/information and confirm your coverage details with your provider before your appointment.

Lifecare Rehab
755 Queensway East
Mississauga, ON, L4Y 4C5

Phone: (647) 642-4325

Kanika Alagh 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: XXX51

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=183b4057-9339-ea11-a813-000d3af427b4

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