Anne-Marie Charette

Anne-Marie Charette provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Back Neck Pain

• 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.
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Back or neck pain that often radiates into an arm or leg, potentially with numbness, tingling, weakness, or burning sensations, due to a spinal disc problem (herniation, protrusion, or bulge) compressing or irritating a nearby nerve root (radiculopathy). Sciatica specifically refers to radicular pain down the leg.
• 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.
• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Symptoms like 'neurogenic claudication' – leg pain, cramping, or heaviness with walking or prolonged standing that typically eases with rest or bending forward (flexion).

Common Msk

• Shoulder Pain (e.g., Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy, Impingement, Frozen Shoulder/Adhesive Capsulitis): Discomfort felt around the shoulder blade, at the top of the shoulder, or radiating down the arm, making simple tasks challenging.
• 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.

Concussion

• Concussion / Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) & Post-Concussion Syndrome: A brain injury caused by a direct or indirect blow to the head, resulting in a range of symptoms such as headache, dizziness, nausea, visual disturbances, cognitive difficulties ('brain fog', memory issues), fatigue, and emotional changes. Post-Concussion Syndrome refers to symptoms persisting beyond the typical recovery window.

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

• 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.
• 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.
• Balance Training & Falls Prevention Programs: Targeted exercises and strategies designed by your Physiotherapist to improve your stability, coordination, lower limb strength, and body awareness (proprioception), thereby reducing your risk of falls, particularly beneficial for older adults or individuals with balance impairments.
• 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.
• Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) for Dizziness, Vertigo & Balance Disorders: Helping you overcome dizziness, vertigo, and unsteadiness with targeted vestibular exercises and strategies, enabling you to return to daily activities with greater stability and comfort.
• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Developing control, strength, and endurance in your core musculature for improved functional performance, pain reduction, and prevention of re-injury.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Anne-Marie. 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 CISSS du Bas-St-Laurent - Installation Trois-Pistoles, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Anne-Marie frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Don't let difficulty moving one side of my body or walking easily after a stroke dictate what you can and cannot do. Anne-Marie offers physiotherapy solutions aimed at the ability to sit for longer periods (e.g., at a desk, in a car) without significant discomfort, helping you reclaim keeping up with your team during our weekly soccer match and enjoy a more functional life.
• Living with pain or weakness that’s stopping me from enjoying my favorite hobbies doesn't have to be your norm. Anne-Marie applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards achieving their specific mobility goals, whether big or small, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of managing shopping trips and carrying bags without excessive fatigue or pain.
• Are you finding that pain in my shins when I try to run or be active (shin splints) stops you from enjoying performing self-care tasks like hair washing or reaching your back? Anne-Marie is dedicated to helping patients like you achieve reduced swelling and inflammation in injured areas through a hands-on, active approach to physiotherapy.

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

Anne-Marie practices at the CISSS du Bas-St-Laurent - Installation Trois-Pistoles, situated in a modern clinic located in the heart of the Trois-Pistoles neighborhood. This public healthcare facility is conveniently positioned near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access comprehensive care. The clinic is well-connected through local public transit routes, ensuring accessible transportation options for everyone. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

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. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket or rely on private insurance plans for coverage. 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 or extended health insurance plans, as many offer substantial coverage for physiotherapy services in private clinics.

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

In Quebec, patients can typically access a Physiothérapeute directly without a physician's referral, a process known as direct access. Nevertheless, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a doctor's referral for reimbursement purposes. It is recommended to check your insurance policy beforehand to ensure coverage for physiotherapy services without a referral.

What types of conditions do Physiothérapeutes at CISSS du Bas-St-Laurent - Installation Trois-Pistoles treat?

Our Physiothérapeutes treat a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, issues like back and neck pain (Persistent Post-Surgical Pain), joint problems such as arthritis or post-surgical recovery, sports injuries, and nerve pain. They also address conditions like pelvic health concerns, balance disorders, and recovery after neurological events. Treatments often involve personalized therapeutic exercise prescription, manual therapy, and patient education to help clients achieve their functional goals.

What is CISSS du Bas-St-Laurent - Installation Trois-Pistoles's appointment cancellation policy?

We understand schedules can change unexpectedly. To accommodate all patients efficiently, we kindly request at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Late cancellations or no-shows without sufficient notice may incur a fee, typically a percentage of the service cost. Please contact the clinic as soon as possible if you need to alter your appointment.

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

A Physiothérapeute in Quebec holds a university master’s degree in physiotherapy and is authorized to perform assessments, diagnose, develop treatment plans, and perform advanced therapeutic interventions. A Technologue en physiothérapie, on the other hand, holds a college diploma and works under the supervision of a physiotherapist or physician, applying prescribed treatments, guiding exercises, and monitoring progress, but does not independently diagnose or create treatment plans. Both are regulated professionals under the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

CISSS du Bas-St-Laurent - Installation Trois-Pistoles
550, Rue Notre-Dame E
Trois-Pistoles, QC G0L 4K0

Phone: (418) 851-3700

Anne-Marie Charette 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.