Amélie Côté

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

Hand Wrist

• Trigger Finger/Thumb (Stenosing Tenosynovitis): Conservative physiotherapy management for trigger digit, which may include splinting to rest the tendon, specific tendon gliding exercises, activity modification advice, modalities to reduce inflammation, and education to prevent recurrence.
• Hand and Wrist Injuries & Conditions (e.g., Fractures, Tendon Injuries, Sprains, Arthritis - Conservative/Post-Op): Managing a variety of acute and chronic conditions of the hand and wrist, aiming to reduce pain, improve function, and prevent long-term disability.

Back Neck Pain

• Postural Back/Neck Pain: Discomfort, aching, stiffness, or muscle fatigue in the back or neck arising from sustained or awkward postures during daily activities, prolonged work (e.g., desk work, computer use), or sleep.
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Symptoms of nerve compression originating from the spine, such as a 'slipped disc' or 'pinched nerve', causing radiating pain, altered sensation, or muscle weakness in a limb.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Symptoms resulting from a whiplash injury, which can vary in severity (WAD Grades I-III) and duration, requiring a comprehensive physiotherapy approach for recovery.
• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Back or neck pain accompanied by associated limb symptoms (pain, sensory changes, weakness) due to a constricted spinal canal, which physiotherapy can help manage conservatively.

Developmental

• Coordination Challenges / Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) - Supportive Physiotherapy: Marked difficulties with motor coordination that significantly interfere with a child's ability to perform daily living activities (e.g., dressing, using cutlery), achieve academically (e.g., handwriting), or participate in play and sports. These difficulties are not explained by intellectual disability or other primary neurological or sensory conditions.

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

• Gait Analysis & Running/Walking Re-training: Detailed biomechanical assessment of your walking or running patterns, often using video analysis, to identify inefficiencies, asymmetries, or faulty mechanics that may contribute to pain or injury.
• Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Assessment: A complete assessment of your musculoskeletal system to pinpoint issues, set clear rehabilitation goals, and get you started on the path to recovery.
• Sports Performance Enhancement & Injury Prevention: Working with you to identify areas for improvement and enhance your performance in your chosen sport through targeted physiotherapy, biomechanical correction, and preventative conditioning.
• Sports Injury Rehabilitation & Management: Helping you get back in the game quickly and safely with targeted sports physiotherapy, focusing on restoring strength, agility, and confidence.
• Functional Movement Screening (FMS™/SFMA™ if certified): Assessing your fundamental movement patterns to identify limitations, asymmetries, and potential risk factors for injury or re-injury.
• Patient Education & Self-Management Strategies: Teaching you essential strategies and exercises to manage your symptoms independently, accelerate recovery, and prevent future problems.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Amélie. 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 Physio-Ostéo Globalité Charlemagne, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Amélie frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Patients often come to Amélie feeling defeated by facial weakness or drooping on one side (like Bell's Palsy). With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving restoring normal movement patterns essential for everyday tasks and resuming running your usual 5k route without knee pain becomes a realistic and attainable goal.
• Living with trying to get back to my best after a frustrating sports injury doesn't have to be your norm. Amélie applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards effectively managing chronic pain and reclaiming an active lifestyle, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of attending your favorite yoga and pilates classes without limitation.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Amélie's clinic, common concerns like clicking, popping, or pain in my jaw (TMJ issues) when I eat or talk are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of a better understanding of ergonomics for their work and home environment. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like getting on and off the floor with ease.

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

Amélie's practice is situated at Physio-Ostéo Globalité Charlemagne, located in the heart of the central Charlemagne neighborhood. The clinic is housed within a modern private health facility that is easily accessible to the community. It is conveniently located near local services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to combine their physiotherapy appointments with other errands or healthcare needs. The clinic is accessible via local public transit routes, ensuring that transportation options are straightforward for most patients. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

I have private health insurance. How does that work with physiotherapy payments?

Many private health insurance plans offer full or partial coverage for registered physiotherapy services. We recommend you contact your insurance provider directly before your first appointment to understand the specifics of your plan. Key things to check are: your annual maximum for physiotherapy, any per-visit limits or co-payments, whether a doctor's referral is required for reimbursement, and if your plan allows for direct billing by the clinic. If Physio-Ostéo Globalité Charlemagne offers direct billing and your plan allows it, we can often bill your insurer directly for the covered portion. You would then be responsible for any co-payment or remaining balance not covered by your plan at the time of service. Please bring your insurance card and all necessary policy details to your first appointment. If direct billing is not possible, we will provide you with an official receipt that you can submit to your insurer.

Does Physio-Ostéo Globalité Charlemagne offer direct billing to private insurance companies?

Yes, Physio-Ostéo Globalité Charlemagne offers direct billing for most major private insurance companies such as Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Green Shield, Blue Cross, etc. Please bring your insurance card and policy details to your first visit, and we will handle the billing directly whenever possible. If your insurer is not listed or if direct billing is not available, we provide detailed receipts for you to submit directly to your insurer for reimbursement. It is always advisable to confirm your coverage and any specific requirements with your insurance provider prior to your appointment, including any annual maximums, per-visit limits, or deductibles. You are responsible for any portion not covered by your insurance.

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

In Quebec, RAMQ generally does not cover physiotherapy services performed in private clinics. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or use private insurance for these services. However, care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC may be covered if meeting specific criteria. Most outpatient physiotherapy in private clinics is not covered by RAMQ for the general population. It is recommended to verify your eligibility directly with RAMQ and check your private insurance plans for coverage options.

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

In Quebec, patients can typically see a Physiothérapeute 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 details before your appointment to confirm whether a referral is necessary for coverage.

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

A Physiothérapeute in Quebec has completed a master's level university education, granting them the autonomy to assess patients, diagnose conditions, and develop comprehensive treatment plans. They can perform advanced procedures if qualified. A Technologue en physiothérapie holds a college diploma (DEC) focused on the technical application of physiotherapy treatments, assisting physiotherapists by implementing treatment plans, guiding exercises, applying modalities, and reporting progress to the supervising professional.

Physio-Ostéo Globalité Charlemagne
3, Rue Quintal, local 104
Charlemagne, QC J5Z 1V8

Phone: (450) 914-1999 | Website: poglobalite.com

Amélie Côté 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.