About
Sweta Dhodi is a dedicated Physiotherapist (Intern). Practicing at Central Physiotherapy & Massage in Camrose, AB, Sweta is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physical Therapists of Alberta (CPTA) standards. She provides comprehensive assessment and treatment for a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal injuries, pain conditions, and movement dysfunctions to help patients of all ages restore function, manage pain, and improve their quality of life. Sweta’s approach is empathetic and supportive, ensuring each individual feels heard, understood, and actively involved in their recovery process.
Sweta completed her degree in Physiotherapy and has gained valuable clinical experience through diverse placements and supervised practice. She is dedicated to ongoing professional development, staying current with evidence-based physiotherapy practices to offer the most effective treatments. Her commitment to continual learning allows her to adapt her techniques to best meet each patient's unique needs, fostering a safe and encouraging environment for healing and progress.
With a philosophy centered on collaboration and patient empowerment, Sweta works closely with her clients to develop personalized treatment plans aimed at achieving their movement and functional goals. She offers care in English and emphasizes a respectful, compassionate, supportive relationship to help each patient feel confident and motivated throughout their rehabilitation journey.
Sweta Dhodi provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
Joint Pain
- Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): A chronic condition causing joint discomfort, stiffness (especially in the morning or after inactivity), and impacting your ability to perform daily activities, walk, or engage in hobbies.
- 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.
Back Neck Pain
- 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.
- 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).
- Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): A range of neck and related symptoms including pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and sometimes arm pain or cognitive difficulties, following a rapid acceleration-deceleration injury to the neck, most typically from a motor vehicle accident.
- Postural Back/Neck Pain: Muscular pain, trigger points, and tension headaches resulting from habitual poor posture, which can be addressed with postural re-education, exercises, and ergonomic advice.
Sports Injury
- Stress Fractures (Activity-Related - Conservative Management/Rehab): A bone injury resulting from an imbalance between bone resorption and bone formation due to repetitive mechanical loading, often seen in runners or athletes who rapidly increase their training.
- Ligament Sprains (e.g., ACL, MCL, PCL, Ankle Ligaments): Damage to ligaments that can range from mild (Grade 1 - overstretched) to moderate (Grade 2 - partial tear) to severe (Grade 3 - complete tear), impacting joint integrity and function.
- Muscle Strains (e.g., Hamstring, Calf, Groin, Quadriceps, Rotator Cuff): Acute pain, swelling, bruising, localized tenderness, and weakness in a muscle, often occurring during activities like sprinting, jumping, lifting, or throwing.
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Sweta 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.
- Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation and Performance: Targeted exercises using resistance (such as bodyweight, resistance bands, free weights, or gym equipment) to build muscle strength, power, and endurance, tailored to your specific rehabilitation needs or performance goals.
- Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Specialized workouts to enhance your core strength, stability, and endurance, which are crucial for injury prevention, back health, and efficient performance in daily activities and sports.
- Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Education and instruction on effective and safe stretching techniques to help you maintain or improve your body's flexibility and joint mobility.
- General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: A progressive approach to rebuilding your physical condition, allowing for a safe return to daily activities, work demands, and hobbies you enjoy.
- Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: A carefully selected set of exercises specific to your condition and abilities, aimed at restoring function, reducing pain, improving movement, and preventing future issues.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Sweta. For a full list or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.
All services are provided in accordance with standards set by the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta (CPTA).
At Central Physiotherapy & Massage, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Sweta frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- The journey to improved coordination for complex movements and fine motor tasks when faced with persistent working on getting back to normal after a fracture or other surgery is made smoother and more effective with Sweta's expert physiotherapy care, often leading to a fulfilling and active return to pastimes like standing for longer periods, for example, while cooking or at an event.
- Don't let aches and pains that I'm pretty sure are from my bad posture at my desk dictate what you can and cannot do. Sweta offers physiotherapy solutions aimed at a smooth and confident transition back to their work duties, helping you reclaim playing in your competitive volleyball league again and enjoy a more functional life.
- Through personalized physiotherapy at Sweta's clinic, common concerns like my child complaining of 'growing pains' that keep them up at night are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of improved performance in work-related physical demands. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like swimming laps at the pool for fitness and relaxation.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Sweta, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Sweta practices at Central Physiotherapy & Massage, situated in a convenient clinic located in the heart of Camrose's central neighborhood. The clinic is easily accessible and well-positioned near local community services and pharmacies, making it simple for patients to integrate their physiotherapy appointments into their daily routines. The clinic is accessible via local public transit routes, ensuring good connectivity for those using transit options. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapist in AB?
- In Alberta, patients can typically access physiotherapy services directly without a physician's referral, a practice known as direct access. However, while a referral may not be legally required to see a Physiotherapist, some private and extended health insurance plans do require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check with your insurance provider before your appointment to understand their specific requirements.
- What kind of clothing should I wear to my physiotherapy appointment?
- Comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement is best for your physiotherapy appointment—think about what you might wear to a gym or for light exercise. If you're being treated for a lower-body issue (like hip or knee pain), shorts are very helpful. For upper-body issues (like shoulder or neck pain), a tank top or loose t-shirt is suitable so the Physiotherapist can properly examine and treat the area.
- What types of conditions do Physiotherapists at Central Physiotherapy & Massage treat?
- Sweta treats a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory conditions. This includes issues like back and neck pain (such as herniated discs, radiculopathy), joint problems (arthritis, post-surgical recovery), sports injuries (like ligament sprains, muscle strains), and nerve pain. Her treatments often involve manual therapy, therapeutic ultrasound, targeted exercise programs, and patient education to help you achieve your functional goals.
- What should I do if my condition seems to worsen after a physiotherapy session?
- Some temporary soreness after treatment can be normal, similar to after a workout. However, if your pain significantly worsens, if you develop new concerning symptoms, or if discomfort persists beyond a couple of days, please contact the clinic. Your Physiotherapist will want to know so they can assess and make necessary adjustments to your care plan. Open communication is key to your recovery.
- I have private health insurance. How does that work with physiotherapy payments?
- Many private health insurance plans offer coverage for physiotherapy services. It is recommended to contact your insurer before your first appointment to confirm your coverage details, such as your annual maximum, co-payments, and whether a referral is required. If the clinic offers direct billing and your plan allows it, Sweta can bill your insurer directly for covered services, reducing your out-of-pocket expenses. Remember to bring your insurance card and policy information to your appointment.
- Is physiotherapy covered by the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) in AB?
- In Alberta, AHCIP provides limited coverage for some physiotherapy services, typically after hospital discharge or for specific low-income individuals and seniors through particular programs. Most outpatient physiotherapy services in private clinics are not directly covered by AHCIP for the general population. Patients are advised to check their private insurance plans for coverage options. For details on eligibility and coverage, consult the AHCIP website or contact them directly.
- What is Central Physiotherapy & Massage's appointment cancellation policy?
- We understand schedules can change unexpectedly. To accommodate all patients fairly, we kindly request at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Late cancellations or missed appointments without sufficient notice may incur a fee, typically 50% of the session cost or a set fee. Please contact the clinic as soon as possible if you need to change your appointment so we can assist you accordingly.
Central Physiotherapy & Massage
6028 48 Avenue
Camrose, AB T4V 0K3
Sweta Dhodi is regulated by the Health Professions Act in AB and is a member of the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta (CPTA).
License #9758
Registration can be verified with the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta (CPTA).
Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.