Antoine Bérubé – Physiotherapist | Sept-Îles, QC

Antoine Bérubé is a dedicated Physiothérapeute. Practicing at CISSS DE LA CÔTE-NORD - HOPITAL DE SEPT-ILES in Sept-Îles, QC, Antoine is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) standards. His approach emphasizes 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. Antoine also assists individuals in recovering function, improving mobility, managing symptoms, and enhancing quality of life after neurological events or conditions such as stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, Multiple Sclerosis, or Parkinson's Disease. He serves older children (5+), adolescents, adults, and seniors with personalized care tailored to each stage of life and individual needs.

With a strong foundation in physiotherapy, Antoine Bérubé completed his degree in Physiotherapy and has accumulated valuable clinical experience. He is dedicated to ongoing professional development and stays current with evidence-based practices to ensure his patients receive the most effective treatments. Antoine has developed particular skills and a keen interest in Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy as well as Neurological Physiotherapy, enabling him to offer specialized care for complex conditions and injuries.

Antoine's practice philosophy centers on a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous learning to provide the best care possible. He adopts a collaborative approach, working closely with patients to help them achieve their movement and functional goals. Antoine is fluent in French and English, ensuring clear communication and compassionate care for his diverse community.

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

Hand Wrist

• Hand and Wrist Injuries & Conditions (e.g., Fractures, Tendon Injuries, Sprains, Arthritis - Conservative/Post-Op): Focused physiotherapy care for complex hand and wrist problems, often involving custom splinting or orthosis fabrication, manual therapy (joint and soft tissue mobilization), specific exercises to restore dexterity, strength, and range of motion, scar management, and sensory re-education.
• Trigger Finger/Thumb (Stenosing Tenosynovitis): A condition where a finger or thumb gets stuck or 'catches' in a bent position, then may snap straight (like pulling a trigger). Caused by inflammation and narrowing of the tendon sheath around the flexor tendon.

Peripheral Nerve

• Nerve Entrapments / Compressions (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Sciatica, Meralgia Paresthetica): Alleviating symptoms and improving function for individuals with entrapped nerves through conservative physiotherapy management, helping to avoid more invasive interventions.
• Peripheral Neuropathy (e.g., Diabetic, Chemotherapy-Induced, Idiopathic): Management of symptoms such as pain (neuropathic pain), numbness, tingling, burning, or weakness, typically in the hands or feet, resulting from damage to peripheral nerves (nerves outside the brain and spinal cord).

Joint Pain

• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Pain, tenderness, swelling, and dysfunction in a tendon (the strong cords that attach muscles to bones) due to overuse, repetitive strain, injury, or degeneration. Common sites include the Achilles, patellar tendon (knee), rotator cuff (shoulder), or elbow (tennis/golfer's elbow).
• 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. Antoine can assess your needs.

• Concussion / Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) Management & Rehabilitation: Baseline concussion testing (if offered by the clinic/practitioner) and evidence-based post-injury management to ensure a safe and effective recovery from mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI).
• 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.
• General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: A progressive approach to rebuilding your physical condition, allowing for a safe return to daily activities, work demands, and hobbies you enjoy.
• Balance Training & Falls Prevention Programs: Specific training programs to enhance your sense of body position, improve your reaction times to unexpected balance disturbances, and build confidence in your ability to move safely in various environments.
• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Targeted exercises focused on strengthening the deep abdominal, back, pelvic floor, and diaphragm muscles to provide better support for your spine, improve posture, enhance balance, and increase movement efficiency.
• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Personalized programs incorporating various stretching techniques (e.g., static, dynamic, PNF) to alleviate stiffness, increase tissue extensibility, and promote better posture.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Antoine. 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 DE LA CÔTE-NORD - HOPITAL DE SEPT-ILES, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Antoine frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• When feeling 'off-balance' and worried about falling, especially as I get older is limiting your lifestyle and preventing you from doing enduring your daily commute, whether driving or on public transit, without stiffness, physiotherapy with Antoine can help you work towards learning specific exercises that provide ongoing relief and maintain their progress. The aim is to restore optimal function so you can comfortably and safely return to the things you love.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Antoine's clinic, common concerns like a 'frozen shoulder' feeling, where my shoulder feels completely stuck are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of feeling equipped with effective self-management strategies and exercises. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like getting in and out of the car smoothly and without wincing.
• If pain and difficulty with overhead movements like reaching into a cupboard is preventing you from fully enjoying working on detailed woodworking projects in your shop without hand pain, Antoine offers expert guidance and tailored treatment. Physiotherapy focuses on attaining experiencing significant pain relief, allowing for a more comfortable daily life, often utilizing targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education to help you regain your previous level of function.

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

Antoine practices at CISSS DE LA CÔTE-NORD - HOPITAL DE SEPT-ILES, situated in a convenient central location in Sept-Îles. The clinic is housed within a modern, accessible facility in the heart of the community, making it easy for patients to access quality physiotherapy services close to home. The clinic is situated in the Sept-Îles neighborhood, close to local community services and pharmacies, offering a welcoming environment for all patients. The facility is easily accessible via local public transit routes, ensuring that those using public transportation can attend appointments with ease. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

What should I expect during my first physiotherapy appointment?

Your initial physiotherapy appointment is a comprehensive assessment. Your Physiothérapeute will start by discussing your medical history, the details of your current symptoms or injury, your concerns, and what you hope to achieve with physiotherapy (your functional goals). This is followed by a thorough physical examination, which may include evaluating your range of motion, strength, posture, balance, and specific movement patterns, as well as performing special tests relevant to your condition. Based on these findings, your therapist will provide a clinical impression or diagnosis, discuss a personalized treatment plan with you, and often begin some initial treatment or provide education and a home exercise program to get you started.

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

In Quebec, patients can typically access a Physiothérapeute directly through a process known as direct access, without the need for a physician’s referral. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check your insurance policy before your first appointment to understand any specific requirements.

What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?

Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession dedicated to helping people of all ages improve their movement, function, and overall well-being. A registered Physiothérapeute uses evidence-based techniques like targeted exercise, hands-on manual therapy, and personalized education to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of injuries, pain conditions, and physical impairments affecting your muscles, bones, joints, nerves, and even your cardiorespiratory system. It can help you reduce pain, increase mobility and strength, recover from surgery, prevent future injuries, and enhance your quality of life.

Is there parking available at or near CISSS DE LA CÔTE-NORD - HOPITAL DE SEPT-ILES?

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 there is a paid public parkade located a short distance from the clinic. Please check local signage for parking restrictions and time limits.

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 typically pay out-of-pocket or use private insurance for these services. Care received within a public hospital or CLSC may be covered if meeting specific criteria, but private clinic physiotherapy usually is not. It is recommended to verify your insurance coverage and consider private insurance plans that include physiotherapy benefits.

What are CISSS DE LA CÔTE-NORD - HOPITAL DE SEPT-ILES's operating hours?

Our clinic is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with some practitioners offering Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Hours may vary depending on the practitioner and day, so it is recommended to call the clinic at (418) 123-4567 or visit our website for the most current schedule and availability.

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, make diagnoses, 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, helping patients with exercises, and reporting progress to the supervising professional.

CISSS DE LA CÔTE-NORD - HOPITAL DE SEPT-ILES
45, Rue du Père-Divet
Sept-Îles, QC G4R 3N7

Phone: (418) 962-9761

Antoine Bérubé 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.