Rukshana Firozali Solanki – Physiotherapist | Cambridge, ON

Rukshana Firozali Solanki is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at The Cambridge Physiotherapy in Cambridge, ON, Rukshana Solanki is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Rukshana Solanki's role involves 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. Rukshana Solanki serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Rukshana Firozali Solanki completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (Graduating Class of 2009). With clinical experience, Rukshana Solanki is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Rukshana Solanki has a particular interest or further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

Rukshana Solanki embraces a collaborative approach, working with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals; empowering patients through clear education about their condition and practical self-management strategies for lasting results. Rukshana Solanki offers consultations in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu.

Rukshana Firozali Solanki provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Post Surgical

• Post-Fracture Fixation Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., ORIF): A progressive rehabilitation program after surgery to fix a broken bone, helping you regain full use of your arm or leg and return to your normal activities.
• Post-Knee Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Knee Arthroplasty - TKA/PKA): Comprehensive post-operative recovery guidance following knee replacement, including exercises, manual therapy, and education to ensure you achieve your best possible function.
• Post-Shoulder Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Rotator Cuff Repair, Labral Repair, Stabilization, Replacement): Restoring your ability to perform daily tasks, work, and recreational activities by addressing pain, stiffness, and weakness after your shoulder surgery.

Joint Pain

• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Persistent tendon pain that can interfere with your sports, work, or daily activities, often requiring specific loading programs and advice from a physiotherapist for effective management.
• 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.

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. Rukshana Solanki 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.
• Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): ESWT for chronic tendinopathies, heel spurs, and other musculoskeletal problems, aiming to break down scar tissue, increase blood flow, and trigger a healing response.
• Therapeutic Heat Application: A comforting physiotherapy modality that helps to soothe tight muscles, decrease pain perception, and improve the flexibility of soft tissues.
• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: LLLT or 'cold laser' therapy to stimulate your body's natural healing processes, provide pain relief, and improve function in conditions like tendinopathies, arthritis, or soft tissue injuries.
• Functional Movement Screening (FMS™/SFMA™ if certified): Identifying inefficient or compensatory movement patterns that could be contributing to your pain or hindering your physical performance.
• 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 Rukshana Solanki, 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 The Cambridge Physiotherapy, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Rukshana Solanki frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Many patients have found lasting relief from a noticeable curve in my child's spine or uneven shoulders (scoliosis concerns) and achieved feeling less fatigued during physical activities and throughout the day under the skilled care of Rukshana Solanki. This renewed physical ability often allows them to re-engage with beloved activities such as engaging in volunteer work that might have physical demands with a new lease on life.
• Many find that my infant having a tilted head or a flat spot on their head (torticollis/plagiocephaly) significantly impacts their ability to simply being able to get through a workday without constant pain interruptions. Rukshana Solanki helps patients target noticeable strength gains in their limbs, supporting more demanding tasks with physiotherapy, making a return to these activities possible.
• It's truly rewarding for Rukshana Solanki to witness patients conquer my child walking on their toes most of the time and experience feeling significantly stronger and more capable in their physical abilities. A tailored approach to physiotherapy, focusing on your specific needs, can make a significant difference in your ability to participate in swimming laps at the pool for fitness and relaxation again.
• Rukshana Solanki frequently assists patients in overcoming the effects of tendonitis pain flaring up in my shoulder, knee, elbow, or foot. A carefully designed physiotherapy program, potentially including specialized manual techniques and progressive exercises, targets reduced swelling and inflammation in injured areas and supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like getting back to their regular, consistent gym workouts.

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

Rukshana Solanki's practice, The Cambridge Physiotherapy, is conveniently located in the Preston Centre, Preston Heights neighborhood of Cambridge. The clinic is situated near Cambridge Centre Mall and is easily accessible via Grand River Transit (GRT). Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

How can I book an appointment at The Cambridge Physiotherapy?

You can book an appointment by calling our clinic directly at (519) 621-9355 during our business hours. Our friendly reception team will be happy to assist you in finding a suitable appointment time with the right physiotherapist for your needs.

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.

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

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

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 children/youth, seniors, or through Community Physiotherapy Clinics/Family Health Teams), but eligibility is strict. Check your private insurance for coverage.

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.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

Physiotherapy aims to reduce pain, not cause it. Some treatments might cause mild, temporary discomfort. Your Physiotherapist will work within your tolerance levels. Report any significant pain immediately.

The Cambridge Physiotherapy
4 - 697 Coronation Boulevard
Cambridge, ON, N1R 3G5

Phone: (519) 621-9355

Rukshana Firozali Solanki 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: XXX88

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=34fbe5df-9102-e811-8136-480fcfeae051

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