Physiotherapy
Registered Physiotherapist (Ontario)
Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy, completed in India.
Read my clinic profileRegistered Physiotherapist · Personal Trainer · Ottawa
I’m Nishika. I help make movement feel more understandable and approachable.
I’m a Registered Physiotherapist and Personal Trainer based in Ottawa. My work brings physiotherapy knowledge, movement education and strength training together to help people find practical next steps that fit their goals and everyday lives.
My path into physiotherapy and strength
From physiotherapy in India to movement education in Ottawa. Here’s how my approach came together.
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A foundation in physiotherapy
I completed a Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy in India, laying the foundation for my approach to rehabilitation and movement.
Algonquin College · Ottawa
Bringing health and fitness together
I later continued my studies in fitness and health promotion at Algonquin College, connecting physiotherapy knowledge with strength and practical physical preparation.
Physiotherapy assistant & resident roles
Learning through clinical practice
My professional path has taken me from early clinic experience and physiotherapy assistant work to resident physiotherapy roles.
Ontario
Registered Physiotherapist
Today, I work as a Registered Physiotherapist in Ottawa, bringing movement education and an individual approach to care together.
Clinic leadership & movement education
Sharing movement beyond the clinic
My path has also included clinic leadership. Alongside my clinical work, I’m building Fit with Nishika to share clear, practical movement education beyond the clinic.
How I think about movement
Clear explanations, a manageable next step, and room to adapt.
Understand the person, not just the sore spot.
Pain and movement concerns can affect people differently. I’m interested in what someone wants to get back to, what they have already tried and what feels manageable in their day.
Make the next step clear.
I value explanations people can understand and exercises with a clear purpose. A plan should make sense to the person doing it.
Build gradually.
Strength and confidence develop over time. Progress can be adjusted as goals, symptoms and capacity change.
Stay curious and evidence-informed.
I keep learning and use clinical reasoning to choose an approach suited to the person in front of me. Online information can be useful, but it cannot replace an individual assessment when one is needed.
Areas of professional experience
My experience includes musculoskeletal physiotherapy, vestibular and concussion rehabilitation, temporomandibular (jaw) concerns, neurological rehabilitation, care for older adults and exercise-based rehabilitation.
- Musculoskeletal care
- Vestibular & concussion rehabilitation
- Jaw-related concerns (TMD)
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Care for older adults
- Exercise-based rehabilitation
These describe areas of experience, rather than specialist designations. Individual care begins with an appropriate assessment.
Education and credentials
Personal Training
Strength guidance and functional physical preparation, adapted to your starting point and goals.
Physiotherapy and personal training are distinct services.
Explore personal trainingContinuing Education
Fitness and health promotion studies at Algonquin College in Ottawa.
I keep learning to connect clinical reasoning with practical movement education.
Consultations for medical diagnoses or rehabilitation are conducted through clinic appointments.
Practical movement guidance for everyday life.
Fit with Nishika is where I share movement ideas for desk workers and busy people who want to better understand recurring neck, shoulder and back discomfort, build strength and feel more confident in everyday movement.
I’m developing Body Pattern Reset — Neck & Shoulder Edition, an educational resource exploring movement awareness, workday habits and progressive exercise. The course is coming soon.
Explore Body Pattern ResetProfessional events and learning
I attended the Pink Skirt Summit in Kelowna and the Clinic Boss Summit in Toronto in 2026. I value opportunities to connect with other professionals and keep learning about physiotherapy, fitness and clinic leadership.
Featured Conference Series
Clinic Boss Summit 2026 / Clinic Accelerator
Career & Journey
India to Canada Journey of a Physiotherapist
From completing physiotherapy studies in India to licensing and clinical practice in Ottawa.
Day in the Life
A Day in My Life as a Registered Physiotherapist
Behind the scenes balancing clinical evaluations, patient movement coaching, and rehab.
Education
Degree rigor: Anatomy, Physiology & Biomechanics
The foundational sciences behind evidence-based clinical reasoning and physical diagnosis.
A little beyond work
When I’m not at the clinic or creating movement resources, I enjoy reading, strength training and crocheting.
- Reading
- Strength training
- Crocheting
Want to find a useful starting point?
Explore the resources or get in touch to ask about the right next step for your goals.