About
Carole-Ann Marchand is a dedicated Physiotherapy Technologist (Phys. T.). Practicing at Physio Extra Mirabel in Mirabel, QC, Carole-Ann is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) standards. She specializes in assisting in the implementation of treatment plans prescribed by physiotherapists or physicians, guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, and applying various treatment modalities to support recovery and functional improvement. Her focus is on helping adult patients regain strength, mobility, and confidence to return to their active lifestyles.
With a solid educational background and clinical experience, Carole-Ann has developed a strong expertise in therapeutic exercise instruction, modality application, and patient monitoring. She continuously updates her skills through ongoing professional development, ensuring her practices are grounded in evidence-based physiotherapy methods. Her approach emphasizes personalized care, tailored to each patient's unique needs and goals, with a focus on optimizing performance and preventing injury.
Carole-Ann’s practice philosophy revolves around a collaborative approach, working closely with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. She is committed to evidence-based practice and lifelong learning to provide the most effective treatments. Fluent in French, Carole-Ann ensures clear communication and a supportive environment for her diverse patient base.
Carole-Ann Marchand provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
Common Msk
- Low Back Pain (Acute or Chronic): Common back problems that can impact your posture, ability to perform daily activities, and overall mobility, addressed with targeted physiotherapy.
- Ankle Sprains and Instability: Injuries to ankle ligaments, typically from twisting or 'rolling' motions, leading to pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty bearing weight. Can result in recurrent sprains and chronic instability if not properly rehabilitated.
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Carole-Ann can assess your needs.
- 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.
- Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation and Performance: Progressive resistance training programs designed by your Physiotherapist to improve muscle performance, support joint health, and enhance functional capacity for daily life or sport.
- Core Stability & Strengthening Training: A progressive program designed to build a strong and stable core, improving your body's foundation for all movements and reducing strain on other structures.
- Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Customized exercise plans designed to help you recover from injury, manage chronic conditions, improve physical performance, and achieve your functional goals safely and effectively.
- Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Guided stretching routines and flexibility exercises prescribed by your Physiotherapist, aimed at improving your range of motion, reducing muscle tightness or stiffness, and enhancing overall movement quality.
- Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: The application of high-frequency sound waves by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to promote deep tissue heating, increase local blood flow, reduce pain, and facilitate the healing process in soft tissues like muscles, tendons, or ligaments.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Carole-Ann. 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 Extra Mirabel, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Carole-Ann frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- Carole-Ann frequently assists patients in overcoming the effects of trying to stay as mobile and active as possible while living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). A carefully designed physiotherapy program, potentially including specialized manual techniques and progressive exercises, targets achieving personal fitness goals that once seemed out of reach and supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like performing self-care tasks like hair washing or reaching your back.
- When awful foot pain first thing in the morning, like I'm walking on glass (plantar fasciitis) is limiting your lifestyle and preventing you from doing painting or drawing for longer stretches without neck or shoulder ache, physiotherapy with Carole-Ann can help you work towards being able to climb stairs with ease and confidence once again. The aim is to restore optimal function so you can comfortably and safely return to the things you love.
- Many find that experiencing discomfort, back pain, or pelvic girdle pain during or after pregnancy significantly impacts their ability to using garden tools effectively and without pain. Carole-Ann helps patients target regaining full function in an injured area, enabling a return to cherished activities with physiotherapy, making a return to these activities possible.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Carole-Ann, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Carole-Ann practices at Physio Extra Mirabel, situated in a modern clinic in the central Mirabel neighborhood of Mirabel. This private health care facility is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access comprehensive care. The clinic is accessible via local public transit routes, ensuring convenient transportation options for all patients. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.
- What are Physio Extra Mirabel's operating hours?
- Physio Extra Mirabel is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and some practitioners offer Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. However, hours can vary by practitioner and day, so please call our office at (450) 123-4567 or check our website/online booking portal at www.physioextramirabel.ca for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.
- Will I be given exercises to do at home?
- Absolutely! Home exercises are a vital part of your rehabilitation journey and empower you to take an active role in your recovery process. Your Physiotherapy Technologist will carefully select and teach you exercises specific to your needs. These exercises help to reinforce what's done in the clinic, manage your condition effectively, and ensure you continue progressing towards your goals even when you're not in a session.
- Is there anything specific I should bring to my first physiotherapy appointment?
- For your first visit, please bring your provincial health card (e.g., Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) card, if applicable for any publicly funded programs or simply for identification), any relevant medical information such as a doctor's referral note (if you have one), reports from recent imaging (like X-rays, MRI, or ultrasound scans), and a list of your current medications. Also, if you plan to use private health insurance, bring your insurance card or policy details. Finally, wear or bring comfortable clothing suitable for assessment and movement.
- Is physiotherapy covered by the Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC?
- In Quebec, physiotherapy services in private clinics are generally not covered by RAMQ. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or rely on private insurance. Care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC (if meeting their criteria) might be covered, but private clinic physiotherapy is usually not. Always verify your coverage with RAMQ and check your private insurance plans for reimbursement options.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapy Technologist in QC?
- In Quebec, patients can typically see a Physiotherapy Technologist 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 with your insurance provider prior to your appointment.
- Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?
- It’s difficult to say exactly how many sessions you’ll need without a thorough assessment, as everyone’s situation and recovery path is unique. Some acute conditions might resolve in just a few sessions, while more chronic, complex, or significant issues may require a longer period of care to achieve lasting results. Your Physiotherapy Technologist will provide an estimated treatment timeline and plan after your first visit, and this will be revisited as your treatment progresses.
- 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 and is authorized to perform assessments, establish diagnoses, and create treatment plans. A Technologue en physiothérapie (Physiotherapy Technologist or Phys. T.) holds a college-level diploma and works under the supervision of a physiotherapist or physician. They apply prescribed treatments, guide exercises, and monitor progress, but do not diagnose or establish treatment plans independently. Both professions are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).
Physio Extra Mirabel
11800, Rue de Chaumont, Suite 200
Mirabel, QC J7J 0T8
Phone: (450) 420-8400
Carole-Ann Marchand 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.