Sameena Shaikh – Physiotherapist | Scarborough, ON

Sameena Shaikh is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Spark & Sound Health in Scarborough, ON, Sameena Shaikh is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Sameena Shaikh's focus is 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. Sameena Shaikh serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

Sameena Shaikh completed their degree in Physiotherapy from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (Graduating Class of 2008). With extensive clinical experience, Sameena Shaikh is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Sameena Shaikh has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

Sameena Shaikh's practice philosophy centers on promoting preventative care and long-term wellness for the Scarborough community through proactive physiotherapy; empowering patients through clear education about their condition and practical self-management strategies for lasting results. Sameena Shaikh offers consultations in Arabic, English, French, Hindi, Marathi, Urdu.

Sameena Shaikh provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Back Neck Pain

• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Symptoms like 'neurogenic claudication' – leg pain, cramping, or heaviness with walking or prolonged standing that typically eases with rest or bending forward (flexion).
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Pain, pins and needles, numbness, or weakness in an arm or leg resulting from irritation or compression of a spinal nerve, often managed effectively with physiotherapy techniques like McKenzie method or neural mobilization.

Arthritis

• Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): Supportive physiotherapy for individuals with psoriatic arthritis, focusing on managing joint pain and swelling, maintaining range of motion and strength, improving function, and providing advice on activity modification and joint protection.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) & Other Inflammatory Arthropathies: Physiotherapy as an important part of a multidisciplinary team approach to managing rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory joint conditions (e.g., ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis), helping to minimize disease impact and maximize quality of life.

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. Sameena Shaikh can assess your needs.

• Spinal Decompression / Mechanical Traction: A specialized physiotherapy treatment that uses a traction table or manual techniques to gently decompress spinal structures, relieve pressure, and promote healing.
• 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.
• 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 Ultrasound Application: Ultrasound therapy as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, often used to prepare tissues for manual therapy or exercise, or to manage acute and chronic soft tissue injuries.
• 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.
• 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.

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

• Through personalized physiotherapy at Sameena Shaikh's clinic, common concerns like feeling like my posture is hunched or rounded, causing discomfort are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of getting back to hiking, running, or cycling pain-free and with renewed vigor. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like keeping up with their team during our weekly soccer match.
• Patients often come to Sameena Shaikh feeling defeated by frequent headaches that seem to start from tension in my neck or shoulders. With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving experiencing significant pain relief, allowing for a more comfortable daily life and resuming performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and dexterity with ease becomes a realistic and attainable goal.
• Tired of that burning pain between my shoulder blades from too much computer work interfering with challenging myself with indoor or outdoor rock climbing? Sameena Shaikh uses a blend of physiotherapy techniques to help you achieve increased endurance for walking, allowing for longer and more enjoyable outings and regain your freedom of movement.
• Discover how physiotherapy with Sameena Shaikh can help you move beyond a 'frozen shoulder' feeling, where my shoulder feels completely stuck. The focus is on a better understanding of ergonomics for their work and home environment, enabling a joyful return to the activities you love, such as returning to a specific physical hobby they had to give up due to pain.

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

Sameena Shaikh practices at Spark & Sound Health, a physiotherapy clinic in the central Scarborough neighborhood of Scarborough, ON. The clinic is conveniently located near nearby parks and community recreation facilities and is accessible via local public transit routes. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

What is Spark & Sound Health's appointment cancellation policy?

We understand that schedules can change unexpectedly. To ensure we can accommodate all our patients efficiently, we kindly request at least 24 hours' notice for any appointment cancellations or rescheduling. This allows us to offer the time slot to other patients who may be waiting for care. A fee may be charged for late cancellations (less than 24 hours' notice) or missed appointments without sufficient notice. Please contact our clinic as soon as possible if you need to make any changes to your appointment.

Is there parking available at or near Spark & Sound Health?

Street parking is available on Ellesmere Road and surrounding streets. There is also a paid public parking lot located one block east of our clinic.

What are Spark & Sound Health's operating hours?

Spark & Sound Health is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. However, hours can vary by practitioner and day, so please call our office or check our website for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

While some physiotherapy techniques might feel uncomfortable or cause a temporary increase in soreness (similar to muscle soreness after a new workout), especially when working on stiff joints or tight muscles, it should not be excessively or intolerably painful. Your Physiotherapist will discuss what sensations you might expect with different treatments and will always aim to adjust the intensity and techniques to ensure you are as comfortable as possible while still achieving therapeutic benefits. Constant communication about your comfort level is very important.

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

Patients in Ontario can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a physician's referral. However, some private/extended health insurance plans do require one for reimbursement of physiotherapy services. Check your individual 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 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. Check your private insurance for private clinic coverage.

Spark & Sound Health
Unit 1 - Lebovic Ave
Scarborough, ON, M1L 4V9

Phone: (416) 826-0006

Sameena Shaikh 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: XXX34

Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=d26280a9-eea6-e811-8175-480fcff44541

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