Caroline Lemire

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

Back Neck Pain

• 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: Nerve compression symptoms due to a narrowing (stenosis) of the spinal canal or the small openings where nerves exit the spine (foramina), most commonly in the lumbar (lower back) or cervical (neck) regions.
• 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.

Peripheral Nerve

• Nerve Entrapments / Compressions (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Sciatica, Meralgia Paresthetica): Symptoms such as localized or radiating pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness caused by mechanical compression or irritation of peripheral nerves at specific anatomical sites (entrapment points).
• Peripheral Neuropathy (e.g., Diabetic, Chemotherapy-Induced, Idiopathic): Improving safety, function, and quality of life for those with impaired sensation or strength due to various types of peripheral neuropathy.

Arthritis

• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) & Other Inflammatory Arthropathies: An autoimmune condition causing chronic inflammation, pain, stiffness, swelling, and potential deformity in multiple joints, often symmetrically. Physiotherapy aims to manage pain, maintain joint function and mobility, improve strength and endurance, provide joint protection strategies, and support self-management.
• Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): An inflammatory arthritis that can affect some people with psoriasis (a skin condition), causing joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and sometimes affecting tendons (enthesitis) and ligaments. Can affect small or large joints, often asymmetrically, and sometimes the spine.
• Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS): Physiotherapy for ankylosing spondylitis focuses on maintaining spinal mobility and flexibility (especially extension), improving posture, strengthening core and back muscles, managing pain, and providing education on self-management and regular exercise.

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

• Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Hands-on physiotherapy focused on mobilizing restricted joints and soft tissues to promote healing, restore normal biomechanics, and alleviate pain.
• Muscle Energy Techniques (MET): Using controlled isometric and isotonic muscle contractions, as directed by your Physiotherapist, to address joint restrictions and muscle imbalances effectively.
• Tele-Rehabilitation / Virtual Physiotherapy Consultations: Effective virtual physiotherapy care to help you manage your condition, progress your rehabilitation, and receive professional advice when in-person visits are challenging or not preferred.
• Neural Mobilization Techniques (Nerve Gliding): Gentle, specific movements and mobilizations designed to address nerve-related pain (like sciatica or carpal tunnel symptoms), tingling, numbness, or restrictions by improving the nerve's ability to glide freely and reducing irritation.
• 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.
• Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: Application of skilled soft tissue techniques to manage pain, stiffness, and improve function in muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia.

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

• Tired of persistent dizziness that isn't a spinning vertigo but makes me feel unsteady interfering with handling your job that involves frequent standing, walking, or bending? Caroline uses a blend of physiotherapy techniques to help you achieve getting back their independence with daily activities and personal care and regain your freedom of movement.
• At Caroline's physiotherapy practice, individuals with that persistent ache in my lower back that just won't quit are guided towards waking up feeling more refreshed with considerably less pain and stiffness. The focus is on enabling you to once again participate fully and comfortably in activities you enjoy, such as managing your personal care routines independently.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Caroline's clinic, common concerns like feeling like my joints are just 'wearing out' and getting harder to move are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of feeling a substantial improvement in their mobility and range of motion for easier movement. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like simply enjoying leisurely daily walks around your neighborhood for fresh air.

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

Caroline practices at Clinique de Physiothérapie St-Lambert, located in a modern, accessible clinic in the heart of the Saint-Lambert-de-Lauzon neighborhood. The clinic is situated in a central location within Saint-Lambert-de-Lauzon, making it convenient for local residents and those traveling from nearby areas. The facility is in close proximity to community services and pharmacies, facilitating seamless integration of your healthcare needs. Accessible via local public transit routes, the clinic ensures easy access for patients with varying mobility needs. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

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

In Quebec, patients can typically see a Physiothérapeute directly without a physician's referral, a process known as direct access. While a referral is not legally required to consult a Physiothérapeute, some private or extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to verify the specific requirements of your insurance policy before your first appointment to ensure coverage.

Is there parking available at or near Clinique de Physiothérapie St-Lambert?

Yes, there is ample free patient parking available directly in front of and beside our building. Look for the designated patient spots. Always check local signage for any restrictions or time limits to ensure parking validity.

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

Generally, physiotherapy services provided in private clinics are not covered by RAMQ. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Care received within a public hospital or CLSC may be covered if meeting certain criteria. It is recommended to verify your individual eligibility directly with RAMQ and review your private insurance coverage for physiotherapy services.

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, enabling them to assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans independently. A Technologue en physiothérapie holds a college diploma (DEC) and plays a supportive role by implementing treatment plans, assisting with exercises, and reporting progress under supervision.

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

Many private health insurance plans offer coverage for registered physiotherapy services. It is recommended to contact your insurance provider before your first visit to understand your coverage limits, co-payments, and whether a referral is necessary. If the clinic can bill your insurer directly and your plan allows, we can often handle the billing process for you, reducing out-of-pocket expenses. Otherwise, you will receive an official receipt for reimbursement submission.

Clinique de Physiothérapie St-Lambert
1137, Rue Bellevue
Saint-Lambert-de-Lauzon, QC G0S 2W0

Phone: (418) 889-0044

Caroline Lemire 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.