Ariane Boudreau

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

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): Joint pain, aching, and functional limitation due to the progressive loss of cartilage, which physiotherapy can help manage through exercise, education, and pain relief strategies.

Neurological

• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) / Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Rehabilitation: Comprehensive neurorehabilitation provided by a Physiotherapist to support functional recovery, improve independence in daily activities, and facilitate community reintegration after a head injury.
• Functional Neurological Disorders (FND) - Movement Retraining: Physiotherapy as a key component of a multidisciplinary approach for Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder (FND), focusing on movement retraining, normalizing movement patterns that may be abnormal (e.g., tremor, weakness, gait disturbance, dystonia), and improving functional abilities.
• Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Rehabilitation (Incomplete/Specific Cases): Specialized neurorehabilitation programs designed by a Physiotherapist to improve physical function, optimize movement potential, and enhance quality of life for individuals living with an SCI.

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).

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

• 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.
• Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) for Dizziness, Vertigo & Balance Disorders: Effective therapy for various inner ear and balance disorders, including BPPV, vestibular neuritis/labyrinthitis, unilateral or bilateral vestibular hypofunction, Meniere's disease (symptom management), and persistent postural-perceptual dizziness (PPPD).
• Home-Based Physiotherapy Visits (Mobile Physio): Bringing expert physiotherapy services to you when clinic visits are challenging, ensuring continuity of care and personalized attention in your familiar surroundings.
• Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Application of precise, passive movements to joints to decrease stiffness, relieve pain, and facilitate easier, more comfortable movement.
• Tele-Rehabilitation / Virtual Physiotherapy Consultations: Providing physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment guidance, education, exercise prescription, and self-management strategies remotely via secure video conferencing technology.
• Neurological Rehabilitation (e.g., Stroke, MS, Parkinson's, Acquired Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury): Evidence-based neurological rehabilitation focused on harnessing neuroplasticity, motor learning principles, and task-specific training to help regain lost skills and adapt to new ways of moving.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Ariane. 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 Centre d'hébergement et de réadaptation en déficience physique de L'Assomption (CISSS de Lanaudière), physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Ariane frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Rediscover your ability to standing for longer periods, for example, while cooking or at an event without the constant burden of trouble with everyday tasks because of pain or weakness in my hands or grip. Ariane focuses on evidence-based treatment plans that lead to a better ability to cope with the physical stresses of daily life, integrating various therapeutic techniques for optimal and lasting results.
• Many find that that grinding or crunching feeling in my knee or shoulder significantly impacts their ability to participating in community events and social gatherings more actively. Ariane helps patients target sleeping more soundly through the night due to reduced pain and discomfort with physiotherapy, making a return to these activities possible.
• Many individuals seek help from Ariane, their physiotherapist, when swelling in my arm or leg, possibly lymphedema, after surgery or treatment starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve resuming gardening, hobbies, or household tasks without strain or discomfort, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like shoveling snow or raking leaves without aggravating your back.

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

Ariane's practice is located within the Centre d'hébergement et de réadaptation en déficience physique de L'Assomption (CISSS de Lanaudière), situated in the central neighborhood of L'Assomption. This public healthcare facility offers accessible, comprehensive rehabilitation services in a convenient setting. The clinic is well-positioned near local community services, pharmacies, and other healthcare providers, making it easy for patients to access care. It is readily reachable via multiple public transit routes, ensuring ease of travel for all patients. 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).

What is Centre d'hébergement et de réadaptation en déficience physique de L'Assomption (CISSS de Lanaudière)'s appointment cancellation policy?

We understand that schedules can change unexpectedly. To ensure we can accommodate all our patients efficiently, we kindly request at least 24 hours' notice (or one business day) for any appointment cancellations or rescheduling. This allows us to offer the time slot to other patients who may be waiting for care. A fee equivalent to 50% of the service cost or a set amount like $XX may be charged for late cancellations (less than 24 hours' notice) or missed appointments (no-shows) without sufficient notice. Please contact our clinic as soon as possible if you need to make any changes to your appointment.

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 legally required to initiate physiotherapy, some private or extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check with your insurance provider before your appointment to understand their specific requirements.

What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?

Physiotherapy, delivered by a qualified Physiothérapeute, is a science-based profession focused on restoring movement and function affected by injury, illness, or disability. It employs techniques such as therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, education, and self-management strategies to empower patients, reduce pain, improve mobility, and lower the risk of future problems.

How can I book an appointment at Centre d'hébergement et de réadaptation en déficience physique de L'Assomption (CISSS de Lanaudière)?

You can book an appointment by calling the clinic directly at (450) 589-6332 during business hours. Many practitioners also offer online booking options through the clinic's website. The friendly staff will assist you in scheduling a suitable time with the appropriate physiotherapist for your needs.

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

Many private health insurance plans offer coverage—full or partial—for registered physiotherapy services. We recommend contacting your insurance provider before your first visit to verify your coverage details, such as your annual maximum, per-visit limits, co-payments, and whether a doctor's referral is required. If your plan allows, our clinic can often bill your insurer directly, simplifying the process. Please bring your insurance card and policy information to your appointment. If direct billing isn't available, you'll receive an official receipt to submit for reimbursement.

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. Certain care received within the public system, such as at hospitals or CLSCs under specific criteria, may be covered, but outpatient private clinic physiotherapy is usually not included. It is advisable to verify your eligibility with RAMQ and check your private insurance coverage for physiotherapy services.

Centre d'hébergement et de réadaptation en déficience physique de L'Assomption (CISSS de Lanaudière)
410, Boulevard de l'Ange-Gardien, 6e étage
L'Assomption, QC J5W 1S7

Phone: (450) 589-6332

Ariane Boudreau 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.