Annie-Claude Hogue – Physiotherapist | Montréal, QC

Annie-Claude Hogue is a dedicated Physiothérapeute. Practicing at Activcoop in Montréal, QC, Annie-Claude is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) standards. With a focus on athletic performance and rehabilitation, she specializes in addressing a wide range of muscle, joint, bone, tendon, and ligament conditions. This includes everything from acute injuries like sprains and strains to chronic pain management, arthritis care, and comprehensive post-operative rehabilitation. Annie-Claude's approach is tailored to help athletes of all levels—recreational, amateur, and elite—return to their sport safely, optimize their performance, and prevent future injuries.
Her extensive experience and ongoing professional development ensure she provides evidence-based physiotherapy interventions. Annie-Claude has developed particular expertise in Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Sports Physiotherapy, allowing her to design personalized treatment plans that meet the specific needs of each athlete and active individual. She is passionate about empowering her patients through education, active engagement, and collaborative goal setting, fostering a positive and motivating environment for recovery and performance enhancement.
Annie-Claude is fluent in English and French, enabling her to communicate effectively with diverse clients. Her philosophy emphasizes a patient-centered and collaborative approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal achievement. She strives to create a supportive space where patients feel confident and motivated to reach their full physical potential, maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle.

Annie-Claude Hogue provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Common Msk

• Muscle Strains and Tears: Damage or tearing of muscle fibers, ranging from a mild overstretch (Grade 1 strain) to a partial or complete rupture (Grade 2 or 3 tear), typically caused by sudden forceful contraction, excessive stretch, or direct trauma.
• Wrist and Hand Pain (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain's Tenosynovitis, Strains): Pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, or stiffness in the wrist, hand, or fingers, often resulting from overuse, repetitive tasks, arthritis, or specific conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome or De Quervain's tenosynovitis.

Sports Injury

• Muscle Strains (e.g., Hamstring, Calf, Groin, Quadriceps, Rotator Cuff): Tearing of muscle fibers or the muscle-tendon unit due to overstretching, sudden forceful contraction, or eccentric loading during athletic activity or exertion, commonly known as a 'pulled muscle'.
• IT Band Syndrome (Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome): A common cause of lateral knee pain in athletes, often linked to training errors, muscle imbalances (e.g., weak hip abductors), or poor biomechanics, which physiotherapy aims to address.
• Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee / Anterior Knee Pain): Pain felt around, under, or behind the kneecap (patella), often described as a dull ache that is aggravated by activities like running, jumping, squatting, using stairs (especially going down), or prolonged sitting with the knee bent.

Post Surgical

• Post-ACL or Other Knee Ligament Reconstruction Rehabilitation: Specialized physiotherapy following knee ligament reconstruction surgery to ensure a successful recovery, minimize complications (like stiffness or muscle atrophy), and facilitate a safe and confident return to activity and sport, preventing re-injury.
• Post-Knee Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Knee Arthroplasty - TKA/PKA): Specialized physiotherapy after knee joint replacement surgery to help you regain independence, optimize your surgical outcome, and return to desired daily activities and hobbies.
• Post-Fracture Fixation Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., ORIF): Physiotherapy aimed at restoring movement, strength, and function after surgical repair of broken bones (e.g., Open Reduction Internal Fixation - ORIF, intramedullary nailing), once the fracture site is sufficiently healed and cleared for rehabilitation by your surgeon.
• Post-Hip Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Hip Arthroplasty - THA/PHA): Guidance on hip precautions (if applicable for your surgical approach), a progressive exercise program, and functional retraining after hip surgery to help you achieve your goals.

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

• Custom Foot Orthotic Assessment & Prescription (if offered/certified): Prescription, casting or 3D scanning, and fitting of custom orthotics designed to correct biomechanical faults, provide support, improve shock absorption, and address foot, ankle, knee, hip, or back pain related to your foot posture and function.
• Orthopedic Bracing & Support Consultation/Fitting: Providing customized or appropriately sized bracing solutions to protect injured areas, limit harmful movements, reduce pain, and support your return to function or sport.
• Muscle Energy Techniques (MET): Gentle, active manual therapy techniques where you use your own specific muscle contractions against your therapist's controlled resistance to improve joint mobility, lengthen tight tissues, and reduce pain.
• Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: Hands-on treatment focusing on your body's soft tissues to restore pliability, reduce discomfort, and optimize movement quality.
• Therapeutic & Athletic Taping (e.g., Kinesio, McConnell, Rigid): Taping strategies implemented by your Physiotherapist to aid in injury management, provide stability during activity, offload sensitive tissues, and promote optimal biomechanics.
• Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Application of precise, passive movements to joints to decrease stiffness, relieve pain, and facilitate easier, more comfortable movement.

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

• The journey to feeling more positive, capable, and optimistic about their physical health when faced with persistent difficulty with fine motor skills like buttoning shirts or writing due to hand pain is made smoother and more effective with Annie-Claude's expert physiotherapy care, often leading to a fulfilling and active return to pastimes like hitting the slopes for a full day of skiing or snowboarding in winter.
• Patients struggling with trying to stay as mobile and active as possible while living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) can find dedicated and compassionate support from Annie-Claude. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving reduced muscle tension and a feeling of greater physical ease, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as being able to kneel or squat down to play with pets or children.
• Many find that sharp pain shooting down my leg, feeling a lot like sciatica significantly impacts their ability to getting in and out of the car smoothly and without wincing. Annie-Claude helps patients target feeling significantly stronger and more capable in their physical abilities with physiotherapy, making a return to these activities possible.

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

Practicing at Activcoop, Annie-Claude's clinic is situated in the heart of Montréal's central neighborhood. The clinic is conveniently located within a modern private facility that offers easy access for active individuals seeking performance-oriented physiotherapy care. It is positioned near local community services and pharmacies, making it convenient for patients to integrate their physiotherapy appointments into their daily routines. The clinic is accessible via multiple public transit routes, including bus and metro options, ensuring a seamless experience for those commuting from various parts of the city. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

What should I expect during my first physiotherapy appointment?

During your first visit, the Physiothérapeute will conduct a detailed evaluation to get a full picture of your condition. This usually involves a thorough discussion about your symptoms, how they impact your daily life, any relevant medical history, and your personal goals for therapy. A physical assessment will then be performed to help pinpoint the cause of your problem and assess your physical capabilities. Afterwards, your therapist will explain their findings, collaborate with you to set treatment goals, and outline a proposed plan of care. You'll likely receive some initial advice, exercises, or hands-on treatment to begin your recovery journey.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

While some physiotherapy techniques might feel uncomfortable or cause a temporary increase in soreness (similar to muscle soreness after a new workout), especially when working on stiff joints or tight muscles, it should not be excessively or intolerably painful. Your Physiothérapeute will discuss what sensations you might expect with different treatments and will always aim to adjust the intensity and techniques to ensure you are as comfortable as possible while still achieving therapeutic benefits. Constant communication about your comfort level is very important.

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).

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

Patients in Quebec can typically see a Physiothérapeute directly without a physician's referral, a process known as direct access. However, while a referral is not always legally required to initiate physiotherapy, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a physician's note for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check the specific requirements of your insurance provider prior to your appointment.

What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?

Manual therapy involves skilled, hands-on treatments performed by your Physiothérapeute as part of your overall physiotherapy plan. These techniques are designed to assess and treat your joints, muscles, and nerves to decrease pain and improve your mobility and function. Examples include specific joint mobilizations to improve movement, soft tissue release techniques to address muscle tightness or scar tissue, and sometimes manipulations (adjustments) if indicated and appropriate for your condition and your therapist's qualifications.

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

In Quebec, the Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) generally does not cover physiotherapy services provided in private clinics. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC might be covered if meeting specific criteria, but private outpatient physiotherapy is typically not reimbursed by RAMQ. Always verify your insurance coverage and eligibility.

Is there parking available at or near Activcoop?

Yes, there is ample free patient parking available directly in front of and beside our building. Look for the designated patient spots. Alternatively, metered street parking is generally available on nearby streets, and a paid public parkade is located within a short walk, such as one block east of the clinic. Please check local signage for parking restrictions and time limits.

Activcoop
324, Rue de Castelnau E
Montréal, QC H2R 1P7

Phone: (438) 927-2284

Annie-Claude Hogue 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.