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Sherwood Park's Trusted Physiotherapy Clinic

Eastgate Physiotherapy Sherwood Park was the first physiotherapy clinic in Sherwood Park, Alberta and has been providing Sherwood Park clients with physiotherapy, acupuncture, massage therapy, custom orthotics and IMS services for more than 35 years.

Our motto, “Experience, Expertise, Excellence: Your Pain Stops Here” sums up our approach to treatment.

For three consecutive years, Eastgate Physiotherapy has been rated as among the top three best physiotherapists in Sherwood Park.

We are highly skilled, dedicated caring professionals who understand that we must first take the time to conduct a thorough assessment and listen to our patient’s concerns so that we can better devise a program of effective physiotherapy for them.

Physiotherapist owned and operated, we are leaders in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation in Sherwood Park region. Our multi-disciplinary team brings a wide range of effective services to you. We are experienced and effective in treating sports injuries, injuries sustained at work, motor vehicle collision injuries, and back and neck injuries and dysfunction.

We also provide treatment for headaches, dizziness (vertigo), and temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, chronic pain and foot problems as well as treating the impact of other conditions and illnesses.

We are authorized providers of physiotherapy for WCB (Worker’s Compensation Board), AHS (Alberta Health Services) and motor vehicle collision injuries.

We provide service in English, Hindi, Punjabi, Gujarati, Marathi, and Urdu.

Our spacious 3,000 square foot, state-of-the-art rehabilitation facility has ample free parking for your convenience. We are located right by the Sherwood Park transit center.

For patients arriving by car, we have easy access from the Sherwood Park Freeway (Wye Road), Anthony Henday Drive, and Highway 16 (through Anthony Henday Drive).

Experienced, caring professionals

Satish Pandya

B.Sc., PT, MCPA, CG IMS, CMAc

Founder and President of Eastgate Physiotherapy in Sherwood Park
Believes thorough patient assessment is the foundation of effective treatment
Focuses on identifying and treating the root cause of pain for long-term relief
Views pain as the body’s natural warning system that signals underlying problems
Brings more than 30 years of physiotherapy experience and continuous professional education

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy – University of Bombay
Post-graduate certification in Medical Rehabilitation for Physiotherapists – All India Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Bombay
Passed the Canadian Physiotherapy Association examination in 1982
Residency in Industrial Rehabilitation and Functional Capacity Testing – Chicago, Illinois (Matheson and Associates)
Certificate in Medical Acupuncture – University of Alberta under Dr. Steven Aung
Certificate Program in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) – Institute for the Study and Treatment of Pain
Advanced training in diagnosis and treatment of TMJ disorders and cranial dysfunction under Professor Mariano Rocabado
Advanced Manual Therapy credentials and placement on the Manual Therapy Roster of the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta
Completed McKenzie and Cyriax manual therapy courses

Specialized Training

Functional Capacity Testing
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Sports Medicine
Quantum Laser Therapy
Emergency Care
Back Injury Prevention and Treatment
Advanced Taping and Strapping
Biomechanical assessment of foot, ankle, and lower extremities
Active Functional Capacity Testing workshops
Radiology for Physiotherapists – University of Alberta
Courses in total hip and knee arthroplasty complications

Career & Community Contributions

Opened Eastgate Physiotherapy in 1985
Experience in:
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Neurology rehabilitation
- Outpatient physiotherapy
- Acute care
- Geriatrics
- Extended care
- Palliative care

Media & Educational Contributions

Health columnist for Healthy Lifestyles in the Sherwood Park News
Contributor to the Edmonton Journal and other publications on health and fitness topics
Delivered presentations and lectures to physiotherapists across three continents

Educational Mentorship

Provided physiotherapy work experience placements for:

Elk Island Public Schools
University of Alberta
MacEwan College Massage Therapy programs
Career College students

Awards & Recognition

Recognized among the top three physiotherapists in Sherwood Park for two consecutive years
Recipient of the Pride of Strathcona Award (2016) for professional achievement and community contribution
Selected as an “Asian Star” by Asian Tribune newspaper in 2017
Distinguished Toastmaster designation (2010) – Toastmasters International’s highest leadership and communication honor
Recipient of the Cec Pepper Memorial Award
Named Area Governor of the Year, District 42 Toastmasters (2008–2009)

Volunteer & Community Service

Volunteer with the Arthritis Society of Alberta for 10 years
Volunteer with the Hindu Society of Alberta
Volunteer with the Alberta Gujarati Association
Honorary Principal for the Alberta Gujarati School
Leader of the Arthritis Self-Management Program for five years
Leader of the Fibromyalgia Self-Management Program for three years
Served as Master of Ceremonies for the Festival of Trees in Sherwood Park for five years

Professional Memberships

Canadian Physiotherapy Association
- Orthopedic Division
- Acupuncture Division
- Sports Division
College of Physiotherapists of Alberta
Vestibular Disorders Association (VEDA)
Institute for the Study and Treatment of Pain (STOP)