Women's Health Physiotherapy
Care through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, pelvic floor dysfunction and menopause — restoring core strength, continence confidence and pain-free movement.
- Antenatal & postnatal
- Pelvic floor
- Diastasis recti
Ph.D. · M.P.T. · Professor of Physiotherapy
Restoring the body's full range of motion — at every stage of life.
Evidence-based physiotherapy in Pune for women's health, healthy ageing, balance and fall prevention, and fitness-focused rehabilitation — led by a clinician, professor and researcher with over two decades in the field.
Personalised assessment on every first visit · In-clinic & tele-rehab options
MOVEMENT, MEASUREDPROGRESS, EARNED
20+ yrsclinical & academic practice
Ph.D.doctorate in physiotherapy
0Years of experience
0Patients guided to recovery
0Research publications
5 coreSpeciality areas of practice
Professor of PhysiotherapyDr. D. Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy, Pune
About the doctor
A clinician who teaches. A teacher who researches. A researcher who treats.
Dr. Manisha Rathi is a Pune-based physiotherapist whose practice sits at the meeting point of clinical care, academia and research. As a Professor of Physiotherapy at Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune, she has spent her career training the next generation of physiotherapists while treating patients with the same rigour she brings to the classroom.
Her clinical focus spans women's health, geriatric rehabilitation, balance and fall prevention, and obesity & fitness — areas where thoughtful, measured, progressive care changes lives quietly but profoundly.
"Every joint has a range. Every person has a story. Good physiotherapy honours both."
Beyond the clinic, she is an active researcher with peer-reviewed publications on musculoskeletal pain, balance in overweight and obese individuals, women's health and outcome-measure validation — which means the care you receive is grounded in current evidence, not habit.
Ph.D. (Physiotherapy)
Doctoral research in physiotherapy sciences
M.P.T. — Master of Physiotherapy
Postgraduate specialisation, Govt. Medical College, Nagpur
Professor & Research Guide
Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy, Pune — guiding postgraduate and doctoral scholars
Life Member, Indian Association of Physiotherapists
Active contributor to the IAP Women's Cell and national academic forums
Specialities
Focused care in the areas that matter most
Each programme begins with a detailed movement assessment and ends with you measurably stronger, steadier and more confident in your own body.
Balance & Fall Prevention
Structured balance retraining for anyone who has fallen, fears falling, or notices unsteadiness — built on published research in postural control.
- Vestibular & postural work
- Gait training
- Home-safety guidance
Geriatric Rehabilitation
Gentle, progressive programmes that protect independence in later life — managing arthritis, sarcopenia, post-surgical recovery and mobility decline.
- Arthritis care
- Strength for ageing
- Post-op recovery
Obesity & Fitness Rehabilitation
Movement programmes designed for larger bodies and deconditioned starters — protecting joints while building real, sustainable fitness.
- Joint-safe exercise
- Weight-management support
- Ankle & knee stability
Musculoskeletal & Pain Care
Assessment-driven treatment for neck pain, low back pain, tennis elbow, shoulder problems and sports injuries — informed by her own published research on these conditions.
- Back & neck pain
- Sports injuries
- Manual therapy
Tele-Rehabilitation
Guided video consultations and supervised home-exercise programmes for patients outside Pune or those who prefer care at home.
- Video consults
- Home programmes
- Progress reviews
Your first visit
What treatment with Dr. Rathi looks like
Physiotherapy works when it's measured. Every plan follows the same honest sequence — assess, plan, treat, and prove the progress.
Detailed assessment
A full history and hands-on movement examination — posture, strength, joint range and balance — so treatment targets causes, not just symptoms.
Personal plan
Clear goals set with you: sessions needed, exercises involved, and what recovery will realistically look like week by week.
Guided treatment
One-to-one sessions combining manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and education — progressed at the pace your body earns.
Measured progress
Re-assessment against your baseline at every milestone, and a maintenance programme so results last beyond discharge.
Research & academics
Care backed by published evidence
Dr. Rathi's peer-reviewed work spans balance in obesity, chronic neck and back pain, women's health and the validation of patient-reported outcome measures. When she prescribes an exercise, there is usually a study — often her own — behind it.
Peer-reviewed publicationsResearch on chronic ankle instability, neck pain, low back pain, balance and women's health in national and international journals.
Postgraduate research guideSupervising M.P.T. and Ph.D. scholars, and validating clinical outcome measures for Indian patients.
Recognised educatorHonoured at national academic awards and featured on Doordarshan Sahyadri for public health education.
Community outreachWebinar series, women's health camps and awareness programmes through the IAP Women's Cell.
Patient stories
Recovery, in their words
★★★★★
"After my second delivery I had constant back pain and zero core strength. Dr. Rathi's postnatal programme was gentle but so precise — within three months I was pain-free and carrying my kids without fear."
★★★★★
"My mother, 74, had fallen twice and stopped leaving the house. The balance training changed everything — she now walks to the temple daily. Dr. Rathi treated her with such patience and respect."
★★★★★
"As someone overweight with bad knees, gyms always injured me. Here I finally got an exercise plan built for my body. I've lost 14 kg over a year and my knees have never felt stronger."
FAQ
Common questions, answered plainly
Do I need a doctor's referral to see a physiotherapist?
No referral is required. You can book directly. If your condition needs medical investigation first, Dr. Rathi will guide you to the right specialist before starting therapy.
How long is a session, and how many will I need?
The first assessment takes about 45–60 minutes; follow-up sessions typically run 30–45 minutes. The number of sessions depends on your condition — you'll get an honest estimate in your plan after the first visit, and it's reviewed as you progress.
What should I bring or wear to my first appointment?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement, and bring any recent reports, X-rays, MRI scans or prescriptions related to your condition.
Is women's health physiotherapy conducted privately?
Yes. All women's health consultations — including pelvic floor assessment — are conducted one-to-one in a private setting, with every step explained and consented before it happens.
Do you offer online consultations?
Yes. Tele-rehabilitation video consultations are available for follow-ups, home-exercise supervision and for patients outside Pune. Some conditions still need an in-person assessment first — this is confirmed when you book.
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Clinic addressDr. D. Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy campus,
Sant Tukaram Nagar, Pimpri, Pune — 411018
Sant Tukaram Nagar, Pimpri, Pune — 411018
Phone / WhatsApp+91 90000 00000
Consultation hours
| Monday – Friday | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Sunday | By prior appointment |
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