Navdeep Singh Sandhu – Physiotherapist | London, ON

Navdeep Singh Sandhu is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at SheerHealth Physiotherapy & Massage Therapy in London, ON, Navi, Nav is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Navi, Nav'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. Navi, Nav serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Navdeep Singh Sandhu completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Chaudhary Charan Singh University (Graduating Class of 2004). With extensive clinical experience, Navi, Nav is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Navi, Nav has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

Navi, Nav employs a collaborative approach, working with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. Navi, Nav promotes preventative care and long-term wellness for the London community through proactive physiotherapy and utilizes a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. Navi, Nav offers consultations in English, Hindi, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu.

Navdeep Singh Sandhu provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Common Musculoskeletal

• Ankle Sprains and Instability: A 'rolled' or twisted ankle with subsequent swelling, tenderness, and difficulty putting your full weight on the foot.
• Knee Pain (e.g., Patellofemoral Syndrome, Meniscal Issues - conservative, Ligament Sprains): Pain, swelling, clicking, locking, or instability in or around the knee joint from various causes like ligament sprains (e.g., ACL, MCL), meniscal tears (managed conservatively), or patellofemoral (kneecap) pain.
• Neck Pain and Stiffness: Discomfort, limited range of motion, and persistent tension in the cervical spine (neck), often related to posture, an injury, stress, or sleeping position.

Joint Pain

• Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): Joint pain, aching, and functional limitation due to the progressive loss of cartilage, which physiotherapy can help manage through exercise, education, and pain relief strategies.
• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Inflammation (tendinitis) or, more commonly, degeneration (tendinosis/tendinopathy) of tendons, leading to localized pain that typically worsens with activity or loading of the tendon.

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. Navi, Nav can assess your needs.

• 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.
• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: The application of specific wavelengths of light energy (cold laser) by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and accelerate tissue repair and regeneration at a cellular level.
• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: Application of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) or Interferential Current (IFC) for managing acute or chronic pain conditions by modulating pain signals or promoting the release of endorphins.
• 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 Ultrasound Application: The application of high-frequency sound waves by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to promote deep tissue heating, increase local blood flow, reduce pain, and facilitate the healing process in soft tissues like muscles, tendons, or ligaments.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Navi, Nav, 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 SheerHealth Physiotherapy & Massage Therapy, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Navi, Nav frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Tired of wrist pain and tingling, possibly from carpal tunnel syndrome, especially at night interfering with participating in community events and social gatherings more actively? Navi, Nav uses a blend of physiotherapy techniques to help you achieve a better ability to cope with the physical stresses of daily life and regain your freedom of movement.
• When feeling generally stiff, achy, and less mobile than I used to be is limiting your lifestyle and preventing you from doing reaching for items on high shelves or in cupboards without shoulder strain, physiotherapy with Navi, Nav can help you work towards greater ease with dressing, bathing, and other self-care activities. The aim is to restore optimal function so you can comfortably and safely return to the things you love.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Navi, Nav's clinic, common concerns like difficulty coordinating my movements, feeling clumsy are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of improved balance and coordination, leading to safer and more confident mobility in seniors. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like running their usual 5k route without knee pain.
• Struggling with the frustration of difficulty getting out of a chair or bed due to stiffness or pain? Navi, Nav develops individualized physiotherapy programs specifically aimed at achieving improved overall mobility, making it easier to navigate their home and community. This is key to helping you get back to doing driving for longer periods without neck or back pain with confidence and significantly reduced discomfort.

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

Navi, Nav's practice, SheerHealth Physiotherapy & Massage Therapy, is conveniently located in the Hyde Park, Masonville (West) neighborhood of London, near Masonville Place Area. The clinic is easily accessible via the London Transit Commission (LTC). Our clinic is accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

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/extended health insurance plan, as many offer significant physiotherapy coverage for services in private clinics.

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 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.

What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?

Manual therapy involves skilled, hands-on treatments performed by your Physiotherapist as part of your overall physiotherapy plan. These techniques are designed to assess and treat your joints, muscles, and nerves to decrease pain and improve your mobility and function. Examples include specific joint mobilizations to improve movement, soft tissue release techniques to address muscle tightness or scar tissue, and sometimes manipulations (adjustments) if indicated and appropriate for your condition and your therapist's qualifications.

What types of conditions do Physiotherapists at SheerHealth Physiotherapy & Massage Therapy treat?

Our Physiotherapists treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, issues like back and neck pain, joint problems (such as arthritis or post-surgical recovery), and sports injuries. We also have therapists with specialized skills in areas like Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. Our treatments often involve manual therapy, Therapeutic Heat Application, Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy), and patient education to help you achieve your functional goals.

SheerHealth Physiotherapy & Massage Therapy
1476 Aldersbrook Rd.
London, ON, N6G 4P5

Phone: (519) 852-9844

Navdeep Singh Sandhu 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: XXX49

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=4f0cca08-9102-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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