Nimisha Dipesh Patel – Physiotherapist | Etobicoke, ON

Nimisha Dipesh Patel is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Ayush Massage & Physio in Etobicoke, ON, Nimisha Patel is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Nimisha Patel's practice focuses on 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. Nimisha Patel also 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. Nimisha Patel serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Nimisha Dipesh Patel completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (Graduating Class of 1998). With extensive clinical experience, Nimisha Patel is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Nimisha Patel has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Geriatric Physiotherapy / Seniors' Health.

Nimisha Patel's practice philosophy centers around a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional learning to provide the best care; a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting; and a collaborative approach, working with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. Nimisha Patel offers consultations in English, Gujarati, Hindi.

Nimisha Dipesh Patel provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Geriatric

• Mobility Issues & Gait Disturbances in Seniors: Physiotherapy aimed at improving safe and efficient movement, gait quality (e.g., step length, speed, pattern), balance, and confidence in mobility for seniors. May include assessment and prescription of appropriate mobility aids (e.g., cane, walker).
• Age-Related Deconditioning / Frailty / Sarcopenia Management: A decline in physical function, muscle mass and strength (sarcopenia), and endurance commonly associated with aging or inactivity, sometimes leading to frailty, increased fall risk, and reduced ability to perform daily tasks independently.

Vestibular Balance

• 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.
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Effective, non-invasive treatment for positional dizziness and vertigo using specific head and body movements performed by a trained Vestibular Physiotherapist.
• Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD / 3PD): Vestibular rehabilitation therapy, including habituation exercises, sensory re-weighting, and balance training, often as part of a multidisciplinary approach (which may include medication or CBT), for managing the symptoms of PPPD/3PD.
• Vestibular Hypofunction (Unilateral or Bilateral): Reduced function of one (unilateral) or both (bilateral) inner ear balance systems (vestibular organs), leading to persistent dizziness, gaze instability (difficulty keeping vision clear during head movement), imbalance, and sometimes nausea.

Common Musculoskeletal

• Wrist and Hand Pain (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain's Tenosynovitis, Strains): Pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, or stiffness in the wrist, hand, or fingers, often resulting from overuse, repetitive tasks, arthritis, or specific conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome or De Quervain's tenosynovitis.
• Hip Pain (e.g., Bursitis, Muscle Strains, Labral Issues - conservative): Pain affecting the hip joint and surrounding musculature, which can limit activities like walking, standing for long periods, rising from a chair, or lying on the affected side.

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. Nimisha Patel can assess your needs.

• 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.
• Other Electrotherapy Applications (e.g., NMES, FES): Utilizing electrophysical agents as an adjunct to your physiotherapy treatments to aid recovery, improve muscle function, manage pain, or reduce swelling, tailored to your specific condition.
• Spinal Decompression / Mechanical Traction: Therapeutic traction for the cervical (neck) or lumbar (low back) spine, used by physiotherapists to help reduce pain, decompress nerve roots, and improve symptoms associated with conditions like disc herniations, sciatica, or spinal stenosis.
• Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): The application of focused acoustic waves (Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy) by a trained Physiotherapist to treat chronic tendon issues (e.g., plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, Achilles tendinopathy), calcific tendinosis, and other persistent musculoskeletal conditions.
• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: The use of specific electrical stimulation devices (IFC or TENS) by your Physiotherapist to provide pain relief, reduce muscle spasm, decrease swelling, or promote muscle activation and re-education.
• Therapeutic Heat Application: A comforting physiotherapy modality that helps to soothe tight muscles, decrease pain perception, and improve the flexibility of soft tissues.

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

• Physiotherapy with Nimisha Patel can be a transformative turning point for those affected by that grinding or crunching feeling in my knee or shoulder. The shared goal is achieving regaining full function in an injured area, enabling a return to cherished activities, paving the way for you to enjoy shoveling snow or raking leaves without aggravating their back and a more active, vibrant life.
• Patients struggling with trying to stay as mobile and active as possible while living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) can find dedicated and compassionate support from Nimisha Patel. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving less reliance on pain medication, trusting more in their body's ability to heal and function, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as challenging myself with indoor or outdoor rock climbing.
• Many individuals seek help from Nimisha Patel, their physiotherapist, when needing help to get moving again after a long period of illness or inactivity starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve improved hand and wrist function for tasks requiring dexterity, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like travelling more comfortably on planes, trains, or in cars for longer durations.
• For those whose dealing with ongoing pain and stiffness after a car accident, like whiplash has made going on birdwatching outings in various terrains seem like a distant memory, Nimisha Patel's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward a renewed sense of vitality and enthusiasm for daily activities. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to going on birdwatching outings in various terrains with greater comfort and renewed confidence.

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

Nimisha Patel practices at Ayush Massage & Physio, a physiotherapy clinic in the central Etobicoke neighborhood of Etobicoke, ON. The clinic is conveniently located near nearby parks and community recreation facilities and is accessible via local public transit routes. Our clinic is accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

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, while a referral isn't legally required for your appointment, some extended health insurance plans may require one for coverage. It is strongly recommended that you check with your insurance provider to understand their specific requirements before your first appointment to avoid unexpected costs.

Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?

This is very individual and depends on many factors. After your comprehensive initial assessment, your Physiotherapist will be able to give you a better idea of the anticipated number of sessions and the frequency of visits needed to achieve your specific goals. We believe in open communication and will regularly review your progress with you, adjusting the treatment plan as you improve and as needed.

What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?

In physiotherapy, manual therapy encompasses a range of 'hands-on' interventions. Your Physiotherapist may use these techniques to help reduce your pain, increase joint movement, relax tight muscles, or improve the mobility of your nerves. Common approaches include joint glides, sustained pressures, specific soft tissue massage, and, when indicated, joint manipulations. It's a key part of helping your body move better.

Does Ayush Massage & Physio offer direct billing to private insurance companies?

Yes, Ayush Massage & Physio offers direct billing for most major private insurance companies such as Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Green Shield, Blue Cross, etc. Please bring your insurance card and policy details to your appointment. However, please remember to always confirm your specific coverage details, including any annual maximums, per-visit limits, or deductible requirements, directly with your insurance provider, as plans vary significantly. You are responsible for any portion of the cost not covered by your insurance.

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

The Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) generally does not cover physiotherapy services provided in private clinics. Publicly funded physiotherapy is available through specific programs, such as post-hospitalization care for certain conditions or for eligible individuals through Community Physiotherapy Clinics/Family Health Teams, but eligibility criteria are strict and there may be waitlists. It is important to verify your eligibility directly with OHIP. Most people rely on private insurance coverage for physiotherapy services in private clinics, so you should check your private insurance plan for details.

Ayush Massage & Physio
3-2687 Kipling Ave
Etobicoke, ON, M9V 5G6

Phone: (647) 872-5290

Nimisha Dipesh Patel 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: XXX89

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=9e6d26e1-9202-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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