Shahina Shaikh - Physiotherapist - Instep Physiotherapy

Shahina Shaikh, PT, BPT, Dip FHP

Registered Physiotherapist
  • Shahina boasts a rich academic background, having graduated in 2011 with a Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy from India and later earning a Diploma in Health and Fitness Promotion in 2014 from Canada.
  • With certifications in Concussion Management, Vestibular Rehabilitation, and TMJ Rehabilitation, Shahina is adept at employing the McKenzie methods to treat a diverse range of conditions, including neck, back, and joint issues.
  • A strong proponent of active rehabilitation, Shahina emphasizes a holistic approach. She partners with her clients to craft tailored strategies encompassing education, manual therapy techniques, dry needling, and individualized exercise programs.
  • Serving clients across all age brackets, Shahina specializes in a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal injuries and orthopedic conditions. Her particular expertise lies in Vestibular and Concussion management.
  • She effortlessly communicates with her clients, being fluent in English, Hindi, Gujarati, and Urdu.

Education & Certifications:

  • Bachelor’s of Physiotherapy: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, India (2011)
  • Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion: Fanshawe College, London, ON – President’s Honor Roll (2014)
  • Certified Adaptive Fitness Specialist: Hutton House, London, ON (2013)
  • Certification in Biomedical Dry Needling (2018)
  • Peripheral Manipulation Course: Swodeam Institute (2019)
  • Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT): McKenzie Institute, Canada – Completed Parts A/B/C/D post-graduate course (2019)
  • Certified Advanced Vestibular Rehabilitation: Canada
  • Impact Trained Concussion Therapy (2018)
  • Functional Capacity Evaluation Course: METRIKS (2020)
  • APTEI TMJ Dysfunctions Course (2019)