Whom is physiotherapy for?
Physiotherapy is a recognized health profession that can help athletes, injured workers (CNESST), road accident victims (SAAQ), people with back pain, sprains, tendinitis, fractures, chronic pain, and more. Young children as well as adults or the elderly can benefit from physiotherapy treatments. In addition to treating problems in the muscles, joints and bones, physiotherapy can also be used in cases of neurological diseases, circulatory or respiratory.
Physiotherapy evaluation
A physiotherapy treament program begins with an evaluation consisting of questions, tests and maneuvers giving information on the mobility of the joints, the strength and endurance of the muscles, the functional abilities, muscular tone and reflexes, posture, gait and sensitivity. This data helps to analyze the nature of the problem and its cause, to determine treatment goals, and then to establish a treatment plan that is appropriate to the needs and desires of the client.
During the first meeting with his client, the physiotherapist will proceed to assess the condition but also give advice and / or provide initial interventions that will help the client feel better. Note that it is not necessary to be referred by a doctor to consult in physiotherapy. Most insurance companies offer coverage for physiotherapy treatments, if they are not already reimbursed by the CNESST (accident at work) or the SAAQ (road accident).
Physiotherapy treatments
Physiotherapy treatments may include:
- Various manual techniques provided by the therapist.
- The teaching and practice of exercises that will promote the recovery and / or improvement of the condition.
- Advice adapted to the problem of the client so that he is more autonomous in the management of its symptoms, that the recovery is faster and / or that the problem does not reappear in the future.
- The use of electrotherapy devices (ultrasound, TENS, etc.)
- The use of heat and / or ice.
- Taping application.
- Hydrotherapy (whirlpool bath).
Our physiotherapy philosophy
Curious, our therapists seek to understand the comprehensiveness of the problem in order to direct their treatments towards the source of the problem, rather than just towards the symptoms. Our approaches are tailored to everyone and we team up with our clients to help them and motivate them to recover.
Problems treated in physiotherapy
It is possible to consult in physiotherapy for multiple conditions, including the following:
- Tendonitis, bursitis, epicondylitis, capsulitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, etc.
- Cervical, dorsal or lumbar sprains, herniated discs, sciatica, or any other problem in the neck or back.
- Fractures, amputations.
- Ankles or knees sprains, muscular breakdowns.
- Chronic pain: back, shoulders, knees, etc.
- Neurological problems such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, etc.
- Osteoarthritis, arthritis, fibromyalgia.
- Jaw pain.
- Urinary incontinence, vaginal pain.
- Dizziness.
- Problems related to aging: stiffness, difficulty walking, loss of balance, etc.
Our Approaches to Physiotherapy
Always on the lookout for the latest advances in their field, our team is trained in various treatment approaches, including:
McKenzie approach
Approach recognized worldwide, particularly adapted to the treatment of vertebral problems (cervical, dorsal, and lumbar). This approach often allows for a very rapid recovery (since the therapist identifies a movement or position that reduces pain) and promotes a high degree of autonomy of the client who learns how to relieve and treat their symptoms.
Manual therapy
Approach consisting of passive mobilizations carried out by the therapist in order to regain mobility and fluidity in the joints. Often combined with specific exercises, this approach, widely used by our therapists, favors the improvement of the condition and optimizes the function.
Neuro-proprioceptive taping
Application of elastic bands to specific regions of the body, according to a method adapted to the problem, for relieving muscle or joint pain. Well known and appreciated by athletes, taping can help all types of customers.
Perineal rehabilitation
A form of physiotherapy treatment that can help patients with problems with postpartum urinary incontinence, stress incontinence, urges, bladder descent, and multiple vaginal pain. These treatments are provided by specially trained therapists in this approach and include teaching of exercises using electrical stimulation, biofeedback, and manual palpation.
Treatment of the jaw (ATM)
Physiotherapy treatment specific to the temporomandibular joint (jaw). This approach can help people suffering from pain, crunches and/or jaw blockage, difficulty opening their mouths completely, or feelings of muscular tension in the neck, jaw, temples, etc.
Vestibular rehabilitation
Specialized physiotherapy approach that can help people suffering from dizziness or loss of balance, caused by a problem in the vestibular system (including the inner ear). More specifically, this approach can help people with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV).
Sport physiotherapy
Physiotherapy treatments adapted to sportsmen and aiming at the same time the treatment of the wound, the gradual resumption of the training and the prevention of the reappearance of the problem.
Evaluation of the running technique
Approach favoring prevention and recovery of running injuries. Ideal for beginners who want to prevent injuries or for experts who have problems or want to improve their performance.
Neurological physiotherapy
Physiotherapy treatments adapted to clients with various neurological disorders such as: stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s disease, peripheral neuropathies, etc.
Cyclist positioning
This service is for both beginners and elite athletes. It aims to optimize performance while ensuring the cyclist’s comfort and injury prevention.
