Riddhi Dipakkumar Makadia – Physiotherapist | Cambridge, ON

Riddhi Dipakkumar Makadia is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Lifemark Cambridge YMCA – A division of Centric Health in Cambridge, ON, Riddhi Makadia is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Riddhi Makadia'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. Riddhi Makadia has a particular focus 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.

Riddhi Dipakkumar Makadia completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Gujarat University (Graduating Class of 2013). With extensive clinical experience, Riddhi Makadia is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Riddhi Makadia has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Geriatric Physiotherapy / Seniors' Health. Riddhi Makadia serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Riddhi Makadia employs a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting; empowering patients through clear education about their condition and practical self-management strategies for lasting results. Riddhi Makadia offers consultations in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu.

Riddhi Dipakkumar Makadia provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Neurological

• Functional Neurological Disorders (FND) - Movement Retraining: Rehabilitation strategies tailored to the unique and often variable presentation of FND, working collaboratively with the patient to achieve their functional goals.
• Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Symptom Management & Rehabilitation: Physiotherapy strategies to help manage common MS symptoms such as fatigue, muscle weakness, spasticity, balance problems, walking difficulties, pain, and bladder dysfunction, aiming to maintain function, improve quality of life, and promote self-management.
• Muscular Dystrophy / Myopathy - Supportive Physiotherapy Care: Gentle exercises, stretching programs, and strategies to preserve strength and function, and to manage secondary complications associated with muscular dystrophies.
• Facial Palsy / Bell's Palsy Rehabilitation: May include specific facial exercises, neuromuscular re-education (PNF for the face), biofeedback, electrical stimulation (if appropriate), massage, and strategies to improve facial movement, symmetry, reduce synkinesis (unwanted movements), and manage eye care.

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: 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.

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. Riddhi Makadia can assess your needs.

• Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): Targeted shockwave application to promote tissue regeneration, modulate pain, and improve function in chronic injuries, often with lasting results.
• 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.
• Other Electrotherapy Applications (e.g., NMES, FES): Employing different types of electrotherapy to support your rehabilitation goals, including promoting tissue healing or improving motor control.
• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: A non-invasive physiotherapy modality that uses sound energy to stimulate cellular activity, enhance circulation, and support tissue recovery from injury or inflammation.
• 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.
• 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.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Riddhi Makadia, 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 Cambridge YMCA – A division of Centric Health, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Riddhi Makadia frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Don't let trouble with a constantly stiff and sore neck, making turning my head a pain dictate what you can and cannot do. Riddhi Makadia offers physiotherapy solutions aimed at implementing practical strategies to avoid re-injury during work or daily life, helping you reclaim attending and enjoying their children's or grandchildren's sporting events and enjoy a more functional life.
• Many individuals seek help from Riddhi Makadia, their physiotherapist, when my child complaining of 'growing pains' that keep them up at night starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve a noticeable reduction in daily discomfort, making everyday tasks easier and more enjoyable, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like travelling more comfortably on planes, trains, or in cars for longer durations.
• If one leg feeling shorter than the other, causing hip or back pain is preventing you from fully enjoying playing in their competitive volleyball league again, Riddhi Makadia offers expert guidance and tailored treatment. Physiotherapy focuses on attaining developing better body awareness and understanding of healthy movement patterns, often utilizing targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education to help you regain your previous level of function.
• For those whose loss of strength in one of my limbs after an injury has made dressing myself independently and without difficulty, including shoes and socks seem like a distant memory, Riddhi Makadia's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward achieving their specific mobility goals, whether big or small. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to dressing myself independently and without difficulty, including shoes and socks with greater comfort and renewed confidence.

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

Riddhi Makadia practices at Lifemark Cambridge YMCA – A division of Centric Health, situated in the Preston Centre, Preston Heights neighborhood of Cambridge. The clinic is conveniently located near Preston Auditorium and is accessible via Grand River Transit (GRT). Our clinic is accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

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 an appointment, some private health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement. It is strongly recommended that you check with your insurance provider to understand their specific coverage requirements before your first appointment.

I have private health insurance. How does that work with physiotherapy payments?

Many private health insurance plans offer coverage for registered physiotherapy services, either fully or partially. Before your first appointment, contact your insurance provider to determine the specifics of your plan. Important details to confirm include your annual maximum for physiotherapy, any per-visit limits or co-payments, whether a doctor's referral is needed for reimbursement, and if your plan allows direct billing. If Lifemark Cambridge YMCA – A division of Centric Health offers direct billing and your plan permits it, we can often bill your insurer directly for the covered portion. You would then be responsible for any co-payment or remaining balance. Please bring your insurance card and policy details to your first appointment. If direct billing isn't possible, we will provide you with a receipt for submission to your insurer.

Can physiotherapy help prevent injuries or recurring pain?

Definitely. A key aspect of physiotherapy is injury prevention. A Physiotherapist can assess your movement, identify potential weaknesses or imbalances, and create a personalized exercise program to prevent future injuries and recurring pain. This is beneficial for athletes, those with physically demanding jobs, or anyone wanting to maintain long-term musculoskeletal health.

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

OHIP generally does not cover physiotherapy services in private outpatient clinics. 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. Check your private insurance coverage for services in private clinics.

What is Lifemark Cambridge YMCA – A division of Centric Health's appointment cancellation policy?

We understand that schedules change. To ensure efficient patient care, we request at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations or rescheduling. This allows us to offer the appointment time to other patients. A fee may be charged for late cancellations (less than 24 hours' notice) or missed appointments. Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to change your appointment.

Lifemark Cambridge YMCA – A division of Centric Health
250 Hespeler Rd
Cambridge, ON, N1R 3H3

Phone: (519) 620-1370

Riddhi Dipakkumar Makadia 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: XXX17

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=ce165599-eac2-e911-a983-000d3af45d23

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