Nikitaben Dipak Modh – Physiotherapist | Ottawa, ON

Nikitaben Dipak Modh is a dedicated Physiotherapist (Geriatric Physiotherapy Focus / Seniors' Health). Practicing at CBI Home Health in Ottawa, ON, Nikita is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Nikita focuses on the unique health needs of older adults, aiming to improve and maintain mobility, strength, balance, manage age-related conditions like arthritis or osteoporosis, reduce fall risk, and enhance overall quality of life and independence. Nikita serves seniors in the Ottawa community with compassion and expertise.

Nikitaben Dipak Modh completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Gujarat University (Graduating Class of 2011). With clinical experience, Nikitaben Dipak Modh is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Nikitaben Dipak Modh has a particular interest or further training in areas such as Geriatric Physiotherapy / Seniors' Health.

Nikita employs a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting; promoting preventative care and long-term wellness for the Ottawa community through proactive physiotherapy. Nikita offers consultations in English, Gujarati, Hindi.

Nikitaben Dipak Modh provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Geriatric

• Mobility Issues & Gait Disturbances in Seniors: Difficulty with walking (e.g., slow gait, shuffling, unsteadiness), transferring (e.g., getting in/out of a chair or bed), using stairs, or performing other daily mobility tasks due to age-related changes, chronic health conditions, deconditioning, or fear of falling.
• Age-Related Deconditioning / Frailty / Sarcopenia Management: Physiotherapy programs designed to address physical decline in older adults, focusing on rebuilding strength (resistance exercise), improving endurance (aerobic exercise), enhancing balance, and maintaining or improving functional independence.

Vestibular Balance

• Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD / 3PD): A common cause of chronic dizziness that can be helped with specific physiotherapy strategies aimed at desensitizing the brain to provocative stimuli and normalizing reliance on sensory inputs.
• General Balance Deficits and Increased Fall Risk: Physiotherapy aimed at improving your balance, coordination, lower limb strength, reaction time, and confidence to reduce your risk of falling and enhance safe mobility in your home and community.
• Vestibular Hypofunction (Unilateral or Bilateral): Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) for inner ear balance problems, involving customized exercises that promote central nervous system compensation and adaptation to the weakened vestibular input.
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Resolving the spinning sensations caused by BPPV quickly and effectively through targeted canalith repositioning techniques, often providing immediate relief.

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. Nikita can assess your needs.

• 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.
• Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: Hands-on treatment focusing on your body's soft tissues to restore pliability, reduce discomfort, and optimize movement quality.
• Neural Mobilization Techniques (Nerve Gliding): Gentle, specific movements and mobilizations designed to address nerve-related pain (like sciatica or carpal tunnel symptoms), tingling, numbness, or restrictions by improving the nerve's ability to glide freely and reducing irritation.
• Fibromyalgia & Widespread Pain Management: Tailored physiotherapy including gentle exercise prescription (e.g., aquatic therapy, graded aerobic exercise), pain management education, activity pacing strategies, stress reduction techniques, and gentle manual therapies for individuals living with fibromyalgia or other widespread pain conditions.
• Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Application of precise, passive movements to joints to decrease stiffness, relieve pain, and facilitate easier, more comfortable movement.
• Chronic & Persistent Pain Management Programs: Multifaceted and individualized physiotherapy approaches including pain science education (understanding your pain), graded exercise therapy, pacing strategies, coping mechanisms, manual therapy (where appropriate), and relaxation techniques to help you manage persistent pain and improve your quality of life.

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

• Nikita believes that everyone deserves to move well and feel their best. If feeling generally stiff, achy, and less mobile than I used to be is hindering your ability to giving presentations or speaking publicly with confidence and good posture, a personalized plan focusing on a reduction in nerve-related symptoms like tingling or numbness can make all the difference.
• Patients struggling with persistent dizziness that isn't a spinning vertigo but makes me feel unsteady can find dedicated and compassionate support from Nikita. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving feeling more resilient and less vulnerable to minor strains or injuries, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as working on detailed woodworking projects in their shop without hand pain.
• Don't let managing stiffness, tremors, and movement challenges with Parkinson's disease dictate what you can and cannot do. Nikita offers physiotherapy solutions aimed at a smoother and stronger postpartum recovery, helping you reclaim hitting the slopes for a full day of skiing or snowboarding in winter and enjoy a more functional life.
• At Nikita's physiotherapy practice, individuals with recovering my strength and energy after being very sick (like with pneumonia or Long COVID) are guided towards decreased frequency and intensity of headaches related to neck or postural issues. The focus is on enabling you to once again participate fully and comfortably in activities you enjoy, such as playing actively and roughhousing with their young kids or grandkids.

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

Nikita practices at CBI Home Health, situated in the Elmvale Acres, Hawthorne Meadows, Billings Bridge neighborhood of Ottawa. The clinic is conveniently located near Lansdowne Park (TD Place Stadium/Arena) and is accessible via OC Transpo (O-Train LRT, Bus). Please inquire regarding specific accessibility needs for our clinic. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

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.

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.

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.

What should I do if my condition seems to worsen after a physiotherapy session?

Some temporary post-treatment soreness can be normal, much like after a good workout. However, if your pain significantly worsens, if you develop new concerning symptoms, or if the discomfort doesn't settle down within a day or two, please call us. Your Physiotherapist would want to know so they can offer guidance and make any necessary adjustments to your care plan. Open communication is key to your successful recovery.

Is there parking available at or near CBI Home Health?

Street parking is available near CBI Home Health, and there are also nearby paid parking lots. Please check local signage for restrictions and time limits.

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

In Ontario, you can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a doctor's referral. However, some private/extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement. Check your insurance policy before your first appointment.

CBI Home Health
137A - 2269 Riverside Drive
Ottawa, ON, K1H 8K2

Phone: (613) 782-2244

Nikitaben Dipak Modh 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: XXX26

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=742e6188-9302-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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