Nidhi Pareshbhai Shah – Physiotherapist | Ottawa, ON

Nidhi Pareshbhai Shah is a dedicated Physiotherapist (Resident Physiotherapist). Practicing at Lifemark Physiotherapy Capital Sport in Ottawa, ON, Nidhi Shah is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Nidhi Shah addresses 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. Nidhi Shah serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Nidhi Pareshbhai Shah completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Gujarat University (Graduating Class of 2021). With clinical experience, Nidhi Shah is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Nidhi Shah has a particular interest or further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

Nidhi Shah promotes preventative care and long-term wellness for the Ottawa community through proactive physiotherapy; Nidhi Shah employs a collaborative approach, working with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. Nidhi Shah offers consultations in English, Gujarati, Hindi.

Nidhi Pareshbhai Shah provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Arthritis

• Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS): Specific exercises (e.g., McKenzie exercises, stretching, postural exercises) and strategies to help individuals with ankylosing spondylitis maintain function, reduce stiffness, and prevent long-term spinal changes.
• Gout (Management of Musculoskeletal Impairments): Supportive physiotherapy care for joint recovery and function after gout flares, focusing on restoring range of motion, reducing inflammation, and providing advice on joint protection and lifestyle factors.

Joint Pain

• 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.
• 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.

Back Neck Pain

• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Nerve compression symptoms due to a narrowing (stenosis) of the spinal canal or the small openings where nerves exit the spine (foramina), most commonly in the lumbar (lower back) or cervical (neck) regions.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Neck, shoulder, and upper back discomfort, often accompanied by headaches or 'brain fog', after a sudden jerking motion of the head, such as in a rear-end collision.

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. Nidhi Shah can assess your needs.

• 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.
• Therapeutic Heat Application: The use of moist heat packs, paraffin wax, or other heat sources by your Physiotherapist to relax muscles, increase local blood flow, reduce stiffness, alleviate chronic pain, and improve tissue extensibility.
• 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.
• Spinal Decompression / Mechanical Traction: Utilizing traction techniques to create space within the spine, reduce nerve irritation, improve disc hydration, and alleviate back or neck pain.
• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Personalized programs incorporating various stretching techniques (e.g., static, dynamic, PNF) to alleviate stiffness, increase tissue extensibility, and promote better posture.
• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Specialized workouts to enhance your core strength, stability, and endurance, which are crucial for injury prevention, back health, and efficient performance in daily activities and sports.

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

• The path to recovery from frequent headaches that seem to start from tension in my neck or shoulders and achieving achieving their specific mobility goals, whether big or small for managing shopping trips and carrying bags without excessive fatigue or pain often starts with expert guidance. Nidhi Shah, a skilled physiotherapist, provides just that.
• Many individuals seek help from Nidhi Shah, their physiotherapist, when one leg feeling shorter than the other, causing hip or back pain starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve enhanced pelvic floor function and control (for relevant conditions), empowering them to joyfully return to activities like returning to dancing, whether it's ballet, salsa, or just for fun.
• Tired of my baby/child having trouble with their motor skills, like delayed rolling, sitting or walking interfering with comfortably cooking and meal prepping for their family? Nidhi Shah uses a blend of physiotherapy techniques to help you achieve improved performance in work-related physical demands and regain your freedom of movement.
• Discover how physiotherapy with Nidhi Shah can help you move beyond aches and pains that I'm pretty sure are from my bad posture at my desk. The focus is on restoring normal movement patterns essential for everyday tasks, enabling a joyful return to the activities you love, such as playing fetch with their dog in the park for an extended time.

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

Nidhi Shah practices at Lifemark Physiotherapy Capital Sport, situated in the Parliament Hill, Centretown East neighborhood of Ottawa. The clinic is conveniently located near Department of National Defence (Louis St. Laurent Building) and is accessible via OC Transpo (O-Train LRT, Bus). Our clinic is accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

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

In Ontario, you typically do not need a doctor's referral to see a physiotherapist. This is known as direct access. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for coverage. It is crucial to check with your insurance provider before your first appointment to understand their specific requirements for physiotherapy coverage.

What should I expect during my first physiotherapy appointment?

Your initial physiotherapy appointment is a comprehensive assessment. Your Physiotherapist will start by discussing your medical history, the details of your current symptoms or injury, your concerns, and what you hope to achieve with physiotherapy (your functional goals). This is followed by a thorough physical examination, which may include evaluating your range of motion, strength, posture, balance, and specific movement patterns, as well as performing special tests relevant to your condition. Based on these findings, your therapist will provide a clinical impression or diagnosis, discuss a personalized treatment plan with you, and often begin some initial treatment or provide education and a home exercise program to get you started.

What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?

Manual therapy refers to specialized hands-on techniques used by a Physiotherapist to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. This can include joint mobilization (gentle, rhythmic gliding movements), joint manipulation (skilled, high-velocity, low-amplitude thrusts, where appropriate and within the therapist's scope and with your consent), various soft tissue mobilization techniques (like massage, myofascial release, trigger point release), and neural mobilization (gentle techniques to improve nerve movement). The primary goals are to reduce pain, improve range of motion, restore optimal joint mechanics, reduce muscle tension, and enhance tissue repair and function.

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

OHIP generally does not cover physiotherapy services provided in private outpatient clinics. Publicly funded physiotherapy is available through certain programs, such as post-hospitalization care for specific conditions or for specific populations (children, youth, seniors) via Community Physiotherapy Clinics or Family Health Teams. However, eligibility criteria are strict, and waitlists may exist. It's essential to check your private insurance coverage, as many plans offer significant reimbursement for physiotherapy services in private clinics. Always verify your eligibility directly with OHIP.

What are Lifemark Physiotherapy Capital Sport's operating hours?

Lifemark Physiotherapy Capital Sport is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Some practitioners may offer Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. However, hours can vary by practitioner and day, so please call the clinic at [Phone Number Here] or check their website for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

Physiotherapy aims to reduce pain and improve function. While some assessment or treatment techniques (deep tissue work, joint mobilization, certain exercises) might cause mild, temporary discomfort, your physiotherapist will work within your tolerance level and seek your feedback. Report any significant pain immediately.

Lifemark Physiotherapy Capital Sport
Unit A - 234 Laurier Ave W
Ottawa, ON, K1P 6K6

Phone: (613) 234-9970

Nidhi Pareshbhai Shah 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=479a03b4-136e-ef11-a671-0022483c9e3b

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