About
Amelie Bergeron is a dedicated Physiotherapy Technologist (Phys. T.). Practicing at CIUSSS du Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean - Hôpital d'Alma in Alma, QC, Amelie is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with the standards established by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ). Her approach emphasizes supporting patients in their journey toward optimal movement and function, especially for those engaged in athletic pursuits or recovering from injury. Amelie’s focus is on assisting in the implementation of treatment plans prescribed by physiotherapists or physicians, guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, and applying various treatment modalities to support recovery and functional improvement.
Amelie primarily serves adults and seniors, tailoring her interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual. Her goal is to enhance strength, flexibility, and overall physical performance, helping her patients return to their active lifestyles with confidence. Whether managing sports-related injuries, chronic musculoskeletal conditions, or post-operative rehabilitation, Amelie’s expertise ensures a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to physiotherapy that promotes long-term wellness and injury prevention.
With a solid foundation in physiotherapy practices, Amelie continually strives to expand her skills through ongoing professional development. She has developed particular interests in therapeutic exercise instruction, modality application, and patient monitoring, ensuring her treatments are both effective and aligned with current clinical standards. Amelie is fluent in French, facilitating seamless communication with her diverse patient base and fostering a collaborative, empowering rehabilitation experience.
Amelie Bergeron provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
Common Msk
- Musculoskeletal Injuries (General - Tendinitis, Bursitis, Capsulitis, Sprains, Strains): A broad term for common injuries affecting muscles, tendons (tendinitis/tendinopathy), ligaments (sprains), joint capsules (capsulitis), and bursae (bursitis), leading to pain, inflammation, and functional limitations.
- Wrist and Hand Pain (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain's Tenosynovitis, Strains): Disorders affecting hand and wrist function, making daily tasks such as gripping objects, typing, writing, or fine motor activities difficult and painful.
- Knee Pain (e.g., Patellofemoral Syndrome, Meniscal Issues - conservative, Ligament Sprains): Common knee complaints that can affect your ability to walk, climb stairs, squat, run, or participate in sports, addressed through a tailored physiotherapy program.
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Amelie can assess your needs.
- Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Education and instruction on effective and safe stretching techniques to help you maintain or improve your body's flexibility and joint mobility.
- General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: Graded exercise programs designed to improve your overall physical fitness, endurance, strength, and functional capacity, especially beneficial after illness, surgery, or periods of prolonged inactivity.
- Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: A carefully selected set of exercises specific to your condition and abilities, aimed at restoring function, reducing pain, improving movement, and preventing future issues.
- Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Developing control, strength, and endurance in your core musculature for improved functional performance, pain reduction, and prevention of re-injury.
- Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation and Performance: Targeted exercises using resistance (such as bodyweight, resistance bands, free weights, or gym equipment) to build muscle strength, power, and endurance, tailored to your specific rehabilitation needs or performance goals.
- Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: Using therapeutic ultrasound as an adjunct treatment to help reduce pain, decrease inflammation, break down scar tissue, and accelerate the repair of injured soft tissues.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Amelie. 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 CIUSSS du Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean - Hôpital d'Alma, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Amelie frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- With Amelie's help, managing tendonitis pain flaring up in my shoulder, knee, elbow, or foot to achieve being able to play actively with their children or grandchildren again becomes a clear journey, allowing patients to confidently re-engage with life and activities like reading a good book for hours without experiencing neck pain or headaches.
- Discover how physiotherapy with Amelie can help you move beyond persistent dizziness that isn't a spinning vertigo but makes me feel unsteady. The focus is on restoring normal movement patterns essential for everyday tasks, enabling a joyful return to the activities you love, such as attending and enjoying your children's or grandchildren's sporting events.
- Patients often come to Amelie feeling defeated by clicking, popping, or pain in my jaw (TMJ issues) when I eat or talk. With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving noticeable strength gains in their limbs, supporting more demanding tasks and resuming taking energetic, long walks with your dog every day becomes a realistic and attainable goal.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Amelie, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Amelie's practice is located at the CIUSSS du Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean - Hôpital d'Alma, situated in a modern clinic within the central Alma neighborhood. This public healthcare facility is conveniently positioned near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access comprehensive healthcare resources. The clinic is accessible via local public transit routes, ensuring convenient transportation options. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.
- What is the difference between a Physiotherapist (Physiothérapeute) and a Physiotherapy Technologist (Technologue en physiothérapie) in Quebec?
- In Quebec, a Physiothérapeute (Physiotherapist) holds a university master's degree in physiotherapy. They are autonomous healthcare professionals authorized to perform patient assessments, establish a physiotherapy diagnosis, create and modify treatment plans, and apply a wide range of therapeutic interventions. This includes certain restricted activities if they hold the specific attestations (e.g., spinal manipulations, specific needle-based therapies). A Technologue en physiothérapie (Physiotherapy Technologist or Phys. T.) holds a college-level (CEGEP) diploma in physiotherapy technology. They work under the supervision of, or based on a treatment plan established by, a physiotherapist or a physician. Technologists apply prescribed treatment modalities, guide patients through exercises, monitor progress, and adapt interventions within the established plan, but they do not diagnose or independently create treatment plans. Both professions are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).
- Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?
- Physiotherapy should not be an ordeal of pain. While you might feel some discomfort or a stretching sensation as you work to regain movement or strength, especially in the initial stages of treatment for an acute injury or chronic stiffness, it's rarely 'painful' in a distressing or harmful way. Your Physiotherapy Technologist will guide you through each step, modify treatments to suit your comfort and tolerance, and ensure that the overall experience is positive. The ultimate aim is to make you feel better, not worse.
- Is physiotherapy covered by the Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC?
- In Quebec, physiotherapy coverage through RAMQ is limited. Generally, RAMQ does not cover physiotherapy services received in private clinics. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or rely on private insurance. However, care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC may be covered if meeting specific criteria. It is important to verify your eligibility directly with RAMQ and check your private health insurance plans, as many offer substantial coverage for physiotherapy in private settings.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapy Technologist in QC?
- In Quebec, patients can typically access a Physiotherapy Technologist 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 your insurance policy requirements before your first appointment to ensure coverage.
- Can physiotherapy help prevent injuries or recurring pain?
- Absolutely. Physiotherapy is not only about treating current problems but also about preventing future issues. A Physiotherapy Technologist can assess your movement patterns, identify potential weaknesses or imbalances, and develop a personalized exercise and strategy program. This proactive approach is especially beneficial for athletes, active individuals, or anyone wishing to maintain long-term musculoskeletal health and avoid recurring pain.
CIUSSS du Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean - Hôpital d'Alma
300, Boulevard Champlain S
Alma, QC G8B 5W3
Phone: (418) 669-2000
Amelie Bergeron 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.