Mahdi Hadidi – Physiotherapist | Oshawa, ON

Mahdi Hadidi is a dedicated Physiotherapist (Neurological Rehabilitation Focus). Practicing at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa, ON, Mahdi Hadidi is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Mahdi Hadidi's focus is assisting individuals in recovering function, improving mobility, managing symptoms, and enhancing quality of life after neurological events or conditions such as stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, Multiple Sclerosis, or Parkinson's Disease. Mahdi Hadidi serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Mahdi Hadidi completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Tehran University of Medical Sciences (Graduating Class of 2007). With extensive clinical experience, Mahdi Hadidi is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Mahdi Hadidi has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Neurological Physiotherapy.

Mahdi Hadidi employs a collaborative approach, working with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. Mahdi Hadidi empowers patients through clear education about their condition and practical self-management strategies for lasting results. This patient-centered approach actively involves individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. Mahdi Hadidi offers consultations in English, Farsi, French, and Persian.

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

Common Musculoskeletal

• Muscle Strains and Tears: A 'pulled' muscle, often occurring during activities like sprinting, jumping, lifting, or sudden changes in direction, causing immediate pain and difficulty using the muscle.
• Shoulder Pain (e.g., Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy, Impingement, Frozen Shoulder/Adhesive Capsulitis): Discomfort felt around the shoulder blade, at the top of the shoulder, or radiating down the arm, making simple tasks challenging.

Neurological

• Stroke (CVA) Rehabilitation: Utilizing evidence-based neuroplasticity principles, motor relearning techniques, and task-specific training to help stroke survivors improve movement and achieve their functional goals.
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) / Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Rehabilitation: Physiotherapy addressing physical impairments following a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or acquired brain injury (ABI), including issues with balance, coordination, strength, mobility, spasticity, endurance, and cognitive-physical integration.
• Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Symptom Management & Rehabilitation: Helping individuals with MS stay active, manage symptoms effectively, maintain independence for as long as possible, and adapt to changes in their condition.

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. Mahdi Hadidi can assess your needs.

• 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.
• 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.
• Muscle Energy Techniques (MET): A form of manual therapy that actively involves you in your treatment, utilizing your body's muscular effort to achieve specific therapeutic effects on restricted joints and shortened soft tissues.
• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Developing control, strength, and endurance in your core musculature for improved functional performance, pain reduction, and prevention of re-injury.
• 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.
• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Guided stretching routines and flexibility exercises prescribed by your Physiotherapist, aimed at improving your range of motion, reducing muscle tightness or stiffness, and enhancing overall movement quality.

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

• Mahdi Hadidi believes that everyone deserves to move well and feel their best. If general muscle strains and pulls from overdoing it at the gym or in the garden is hindering your ability to taking long photography walks to capture nature or cityscapes, a personalized plan focusing on improved core stability and control, leading to better posture and reduced strain can make all the difference.
• Living with clicking, popping, or pain in my jaw (TMJ issues) when I eat or talk doesn't have to be your norm. Mahdi Hadidi applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards developing better body awareness and understanding of healthy movement patterns, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of being able to perform deep cleaning tasks around the house.
• Many individuals seek help from Mahdi Hadidi, their physiotherapist, when knee pain, especially when going up/down stairs or after a run starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve seeing their child achieve developmental milestones with greater ease (for pediatric physio), empowering them to joyfully return to activities like being able to kneel or squat down to play with pets or children.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Mahdi Hadidi's clinic, common concerns like recovering from a burn and needing help with scar mobility and movement are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of a noticeable improvement in their gait and walking efficiency. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like being able to carry their baby or toddler without straining their back or arms.

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

Mahdi Hadidi practices at Lakeridge Health, situated in the Vanier, McLaughlin West neighborhood of Oshawa. The clinic is conveniently located near Tribute Communities Centre and is accessible via Durham Region Transit (DRT). Our clinic is accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

Can physiotherapy help prevent injuries or recurring pain?

Definitely. A key aspect of physiotherapy is not just treating current problems but also preventing future ones. A Physiotherapist can assess your movement, identify potential weaknesses or imbalances that could lead to injury, and provide you with a personalized program of exercises and strategies. This proactive approach is beneficial for athletes, individuals with physically demanding jobs, or anyone looking to maintain long-term musculoskeletal health and avoid recurring pain.

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 Lakeridge Health 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.

What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?

Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession dedicated to helping people of all ages improve their movement, function, and overall well-being. A registered Physiotherapist uses evidence-based techniques like targeted exercise, hands-on manual therapy, and personalized education to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of injuries, pain conditions, and physical impairments affecting your muscles, bones, joints, nerves, and even your cardiorespiratory system. It can help you reduce pain, increase mobility and strength, recover from surgery, prevent future injuries, and enhance your quality of life.

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 *do* require a doctor's referral for reimbursement of physiotherapy services. It is strongly advised to check the specific requirements of your individual insurance policy before your first appointment.

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. It is strongly advised to check your private insurance for private clinic coverage.

Lakeridge Health
1 Hospital Court
Oshawa, ON, L1G 2B9

Phone: (905) 576-8711

Mahdi Hadidi 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: XXX24

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=5061ba63-9202-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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