Catherine Lebon – Physiotherapy Technologist | Saint-Roch-de-l’Achigan, QC

Catherine Lebon is a dedicated Physiotherapy Technologist (Phys. T.). Practicing at Physio Extra St-Roch-de-L'Achigan in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan, QC, Catherine is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) standards. Her approach emphasizes performance optimization and athletic rehabilitation, ensuring that active individuals recover swiftly and safely while enhancing their physical capabilities. With her expertise, Catherine assists in the implementation of tailored treatment plans, guiding patients through therapeutic exercises and applying various modalities to support recovery, improve function, and prevent future injuries.

With a solid foundation in physiotherapy techniques, Catherine specializes in helping adult patients regain strength, flexibility, and functional movement. Her focus on evidence-based practices and proactive care aims to empower her patients, enabling them to return to their active lifestyles with confidence. She values a collaborative approach, actively involving her patients in their treatment planning and goal setting to maximize outcomes and promote long-term wellness.

Catherine Lebon completed her degree in Physiotherapy, gaining extensive clinical experience and continuously advancing her skills through ongoing professional development. She has developed particular interest and expertise in therapeutic exercise instruction, modality application, and patient monitoring. Fluent in French, Catherine is dedicated to providing accessible, comprehensive physiotherapy services tailored to the performance and athletic needs of her community.

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

Common Msk

• Ankle Sprains and Instability: Weakness, a feeling of the ankle 'giving way' repeatedly, or persistent pain after an initial sprain, indicating a need for targeted physiotherapy to restore stability and function.
• Knee Pain (e.g., Patellofemoral Syndrome, Meniscal Issues - conservative, Ligament Sprains): Common knee complaints that can affect your ability to walk, climb stairs, squat, run, or participate in sports, addressed through a tailored physiotherapy program.

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

• 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: Specific stretches designed by your therapist to target tight muscle groups relevant to your condition, helping to improve your flexibility and reduce your risk of injury.
• General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: Structured physical activities and exercises aimed at helping you safely regain strength, stamina, and confidence in your body's abilities, tailored to your current level.
• 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.
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Development of a tailored therapeutic exercise program by your Physiotherapist, focused on your specific rehabilitation needs, strength goals, flexibility improvements, balance, and overall conditioning.
• Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation and Performance: Developing muscular strength and endurance to aid in injury recovery, support affected joints, improve biomechanics, and enhance athletic performance or demanding physical tasks.

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

• Discover how physiotherapy with Catherine can help you move beyond general muscle strains and pulls from overdoing it at the gym or in the garden. The focus is on feeling empowered to take control of their physical health journey, enabling a joyful return to the activities you love, such as working on detailed woodworking projects in your shop without hand pain.
• Struggling with the frustration of shoulder pain that makes simple things like lifting my arm or reaching overhead difficult? Catherine develops individualized physiotherapy programs specifically aimed at achieving less reliance on pain medication, trusting more in their body's ability to heal and function. This is key to helping you get back to attending concerts or theatre shows and sitting comfortably throughout with confidence and significantly reduced discomfort.
• For those whose persistent dizziness that isn't a spinning vertigo but makes me feel unsteady has made playing a few sets of tennis without shoulder pain seem like a distant memory, Catherine's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward a smooth and confident transition back to their work duties. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to playing a few sets of tennis without shoulder pain with greater comfort and renewed confidence.

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

Physio Extra St-Roch-de-L'Achigan is situated in the heart of the central Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan neighborhood. The practice is housed within a private clinic facility that 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 that community members can reach their appointments with ease. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

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

Many private health insurance plans offer full or partial coverage for registered physiotherapy services. We recommend you contact your insurance provider directly before your first appointment to understand the specifics of your plan. Key things to check are: your annual maximum for physiotherapy, any per-visit limits or co-payments, whether a doctor's referral is required for reimbursement, and if your plan allows for direct billing by the clinic. If Physio Extra St-Roch-de-L'Achigan offers direct billing and your plan allows it, we can often bill your insurer directly for the covered portion. You would then be responsible for any co-payment or remaining balance not covered by your plan at the time of service. Please bring your insurance card and all necessary policy details to your first appointment. If direct billing is not possible, we will provide you with an official receipt that you can submit to your insurer.

Will I be given exercises to do at home?

Yes, a personalized home exercise program is a crucial and integral component of most physiotherapy treatment plans. Your Physiotherapy Technologist will prescribe specific exercises tailored to your condition, abilities, and goals. These exercises are designed to complement your in-clinic treatment, help you manage your symptoms effectively between sessions, accelerate your recovery, and empower you with tools for long-term self-management. Your active participation in your home program is key for optimal results.

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

In Quebec, RAMQ generally does not cover physiotherapy services rendered in private clinics. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket or rely on private insurance. Care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC might be covered if meeting specific criteria, but private clinic physiotherapy is typically not included. It is advisable to verify your eligibility directly with RAMQ and check your private insurance plans, as many offer substantial coverage for physiotherapy in private clinics.

What is the difference between a Physiotherapist (Physiothérapeute) and a Physiotherapy Technologist (Technologue en physiothérapie) in Quebec?

A Physiothérapeute in Quebec has completed master’s level university education, granting them the autonomy to assess patients, make a physiotherapy diagnosis, and develop comprehensive treatment plans. They can also perform certain advanced procedures if they have the required additional qualifications. A Technologue en physiothérapie, on the other hand, has a college diploma (DEC) focused on the technical application of physiotherapy treatments. They play a crucial role in delivering care by implementing treatment plans designed by a physiotherapist or physician, assisting patients with their exercises, applying modalities, and reporting progress back to the supervising professional.

Is there parking available at or near Physio Extra St-Roch-de-L'Achigan?

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 walking distance. Please check local signage for restrictions and hours of operation.

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, a process known as direct access. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a doctor's referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to verify the specific requirements of your insurance policy before your appointment.

What kind of clothing should I wear to my physiotherapy appointment?

Comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement is best for your physiotherapy appointment – think about what you might wear to a gym or for light exercise. If you're being treated for a lower-body issue (like hip or knee pain), shorts are very helpful. For upper-body issues (like shoulder or neck pain), a tank top or loose t-shirt is suitable so the Physiotherapy Technologist can properly examine and treat the area.

Physio Extra St-Roch-de-L'Achigan
601, Rue J.-Oswald-Forest, # 103
Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan, QC J0K 3H0

Phone: (450) 588-2888

Catherine Lebon 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.