Dany Lamoureux – Physiotherapist | Nicolet, QC

Dany Lamoureux is a dedicated Physiothérapeute. Practicing at Neuractiv - Nicolet in Nicolet, QC, Dany is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) standards. Dany’s approach emphasizes thorough assessments and tailored treatment plans to address each patient's unique needs, promoting optimal recovery and functional improvement. With a focus on evidence-based practices, Dany strives to empower patients through education and active participation in their rehabilitation journey.

Specializing in the assessment, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, Dany’s expertise includes managing acute injuries such as sprains and strains, as well as chronic pain conditions, arthritis, and post-surgical recovery. Dany has particular interest and skills in sports physiotherapy, helping athletes of all levels return to their sport safely, enhance performance, and prevent future injuries. Serving older children (5+), adolescents, adults, and seniors, Dany ensures comprehensive care tailored to each age group and activity level.

With a solid educational background in Physiotherapy, Dany continually advances their skills through ongoing professional development, focusing on orthopedic, musculoskeletal, and sports physiotherapy. Dany’s practice philosophy revolves around a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in treatment planning and goal setting. Committed to evidence-based care and continuous learning, Dany aims to provide the highest standard of physiotherapy services. Dany is fluent in French and English, facilitating clear communication and personalized care for diverse patients.

Dany Lamoureux provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Back Neck Pain

• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): A range of neck and related symptoms including pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and sometimes arm pain or cognitive difficulties, following a rapid acceleration-deceleration injury to the neck, most typically from a motor vehicle accident.
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Sharp, shooting, electric-like, or burning pain that travels along the path of a nerve due to issues with intervertebral discs or other spinal structures.

Post Surgical

• Post-Knee Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Knee Arthroplasty - TKA/PKA): The crucial rehabilitation phase following total or partial knee replacement surgery, with physiotherapy focusing on restoring range of motion, building strength, improving balance, managing pain and swelling, and enabling functional mobility (e.g., walking, stairs, getting in/out of a car).
• Post-ACL or Other Knee Ligament Reconstruction Rehabilitation: Comprehensive physiotherapy for knee ligament injuries post-operatively, focusing on restoring full knee function, power, and agility to meet your specific athletic or lifestyle demands.
• Post-Spinal Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Discectomy, Laminectomy, Fusion - with surgeon clearance): A carefully managed and individualized physiotherapy program to help you regain confidence in your spine, improve functional capacity, and prevent future issues after spinal surgery.

Joint Pain

• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Conditions like 'jumper's knee' (patellar tendinopathy), 'swimmer's shoulder' (rotator cuff tendinopathy), or 'tennis elbow' (lateral epicondylitis) caused by tendon issues that limit your ability to perform specific tasks.
• Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): A degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of cartilage and underlying bone, leading to pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility in affected joints like the knees, hips, spine, or hands.

This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Dany can assess your needs.

• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: A progressive program designed to build a strong and stable core, improving your body's foundation for all movements and reducing strain on other structures.
• Concussion / Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) Management & Rehabilitation: Comprehensive care for concussion recovery, including initial assessment of symptoms (headache, dizziness, etc.), management of associated neck pain or dysfunction, vestibular and oculomotor (eye movement) rehabilitation, and guided, gradual return-to-learn, work, and sport protocols.
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Evidence-based exercise programs designed by your physiotherapist, including instruction and progression, to optimize your recovery and enhance your physical well-being.
• Sports Injury Rehabilitation & Management: Specialized and progressive physiotherapy care for athletes of all levels, focusing on accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, sport-specific exercise, and safe, timely return-to-sport protocols.
• Sports Performance Enhancement & Injury Prevention: Movement analysis, strength and conditioning advice, and targeted exercises designed by your Physiotherapist to enhance your athletic performance, improve biomechanics, optimize movement efficiency, and reduce your risk of sports-related injuries.
• Gait Analysis & Running/Walking Re-training: Helping you move better and reduce injury risk by analyzing and correcting your walking or running technique, addressing issues like overpronation, hip drop, or poor cadence.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Dany. For a full list or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.

All services are provided in accordance with standards set by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

At Neuractiv - Nicolet, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Dany frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• The journey to much better balance overall, reducing the risk of stumbles or falls when faced with persistent one leg feeling shorter than the other, causing hip or back pain is made smoother and more effective with Dany's expert physiotherapy care, often leading to a fulfilling and active return to pastimes like carrying a backpack or shoulder bag comfortably.
• Patients often come to Dany feeling defeated by my infant having a tilted head or a flat spot on their head (torticollis/plagiocephaly). With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving enjoying family vacations and outings with more energy and less pain and resuming taking long photography walks to capture nature or cityscapes becomes a realistic and attainable goal.
• If wrist pain and tingling, possibly from carpal tunnel syndrome, especially at night is preventing you from fully enjoying pushing a stroller or shopping cart without difficulty, Dany offers expert guidance and tailored treatment. Physiotherapy focuses on attaining a feeling of being 'unstuck' and more supple, often utilizing targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education to help you regain your previous level of function.

Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Dany, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.

Neuractiv - Nicolet is situated in the heart of the Nicolet neighborhood, in a modern private clinic facility that offers a welcoming environment for patients. The clinic is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access additional health resources. It is accessible via multiple local public transit routes, ensuring convenient transportation options for all. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

Can physiotherapy help prevent injuries or recurring pain?

Yes, absolutely! Physiotherapy plays a significant role in injury prevention and managing recurring pain. Your Physiothérapeute can identify underlying risk factors such as muscle imbalances, poor movement patterns, postural issues, or biomechanical inefficiencies. By addressing these through targeted exercises, education on proper body mechanics, ergonomic advice, and activity modification, physiotherapy can help reduce your risk of initial injury, prevent re-injury, and manage chronic conditions more effectively, keeping you active and healthy.

Is physiotherapy covered by the Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC?

In Quebec, RAMQ generally does not cover physiotherapy services provided in private clinics, and patients typically pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. However, care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC may be covered if meeting specific criteria. Most outpatient private physiotherapy services are not covered by RAMQ. Patients are advised to verify their coverage with RAMQ and check their private insurance plans for physiotherapy coverage.

What types of conditions do Physiothérapeutes at Neuractiv - Nicolet treat?

Physiotherapists at Neuractiv - Nicolet treat a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory conditions. This includes issues like back and neck pain (such as Whiplash Associated Disorders), joint problems (arthritis, post-surgical recovery), sports injuries (e.g., wrist and hand pain, tendinopathies), nerve pain, and post-injury rehabilitation. They also specialize in areas like orthopedic and sports physiotherapy, concussion management, and gait retraining, always aiming to restore function and improve quality of life.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiothérapeute in QC?

In Quebec, patients can typically access physiotherapy services directly without a physician's referral, known as direct access. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check the specific requirements of your insurance policy before your appointment.

What is the difference between a Physiotherapist (Physiothérapeute) and a Physiotherapy Technologist (Technologue en physiothérapie) in Quebec?

A Physiothérapeute in Quebec has completed master's level university education, allowing them to assess patients, develop treatment plans, and perform advanced procedures. A Technologue en physiothérapie holds a college diploma (DEC) and assists physiotherapists by implementing treatment plans, guiding exercises, applying modalities, and reporting progress, supporting the overall care process.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

Physiotherapy should not be painful. While some discomfort or stretching sensations may occur during treatment, especially in the early stages of recovery, it is rarely painful in a harmful way. Dany will guide patients to ensure comfort and safety, adjusting treatments as needed to promote healing without unnecessary pain.

Neuractiv - Nicolet
127, Rue de Monseigneur-Panet
Nicolet, QC J3T 1E6

Phone: (819) 293-6999

Dany Lamoureux is regulated by the Code des professions and Professional Integration Arrangement for physiotherapists in QC and is a member of the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

Registration can be verified with the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.