Christopher Paquet – Physiotherapist | Québec, QC

Christopher Paquet is a dedicated Physiothérapeute. Practicing at PCN Beauport in Québec, QC, Christopher 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. Christopher also specializes in the assessment, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries, tailoring care plans to help athletes of all levels, from recreational to elite, return to their sport safely, optimize performance, and prevent future injuries.

With a solid educational foundation and clinical experience, Christopher completed his degree in Physiotherapy and continually advances his skills through ongoing professional development and evidence-based practices. He has developed particular expertise in Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy as well as Sports Physiotherapy, making him a trusted resource for patients seeking effective and personalized care. His commitment to excellence ensures that each patient receives thorough assessments and customized treatment strategies aimed at restoring function and improving quality of life.

Christopher’s practice philosophy centers on a collaborative and patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. He believes that empowering patients through education and shared decision-making leads to better outcomes. Fluent in French, Christopher is able to communicate effectively with a diverse community of patients, fostering a warm and welcoming environment where everyone feels supported throughout their healing journey.

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

Back Neck Pain

• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Often age-related changes leading to pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots, causing pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs with walking (neurogenic claudication in lumbar stenosis) or in the arms/hands (cervical stenosis).
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Back or neck pain that often radiates into an arm or leg, potentially with numbness, tingling, weakness, or burning sensations, due to a spinal disc problem (herniation, protrusion, or bulge) compressing or irritating a nearby nerve root (radiculopathy). Sciatica specifically refers to radicular pain down the leg.
• Postural Back/Neck Pain: A common cause of persistent back and neck pain due to the cumulative strain of prolonged sitting, standing, or performing tasks in non-ideal positions.

Concussion

• Concussion / Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) & Post-Concussion Syndrome: A structured and individualized rehabilitation approach for individuals recovering from a mild traumatic brain injury, guiding a safe and gradual return to school, work, and sport activities.

Post Surgical

• Post-Spinal Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Discectomy, Laminectomy, Fusion - with surgeon clearance): Supportive physiotherapy to aid your recovery and help you manage symptoms after back or neck surgery, focusing on education, safe movement strategies, and specific exercises.
• Post-Hip Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Hip Arthroplasty - THA/PHA): Physiotherapy rehabilitation after total or partial hip replacement surgery, aimed at restoring mobility, strength, balance, and improving your gait pattern, allowing you to perform daily activities safely and effectively.
• Post-Fracture Fixation Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., ORIF): Physiotherapy aimed at restoring movement, strength, and function after surgical repair of broken bones (e.g., Open Reduction Internal Fixation - ORIF, intramedullary nailing), once the fracture site is sufficiently healed and cleared for rehabilitation by your surgeon.

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

• Other Electrotherapy Applications (e.g., NMES, FES): Application of various forms of electrical stimulation, such as Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) for muscle strengthening and re-education, or Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) to assist with movement, as prescribed by your Physiotherapist.
• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: A non-invasive light therapy used in physiotherapy to treat various musculoskeletal conditions, promote faster healing, reduce pain, and modulate inflammation without generating heat.
• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: Ultrasound therapy as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, often used to prepare tissues for manual therapy or exercise, or to manage acute and chronic soft tissue injuries.
• Therapeutic Heat Application: A comforting physiotherapy modality that helps to soothe tight muscles, decrease pain perception, and improve the flexibility of soft tissues.
• Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy): The application of cold packs, ice massage, or other cold modalities by your Physiotherapist to reduce swelling, inflammation, muscle spasm, and acute pain, particularly after an injury.
• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: The use of specific electrical stimulation devices (IFC or TENS) by your Physiotherapist to provide pain relief, reduce muscle spasm, decrease swelling, or promote muscle activation and re-education.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Christopher. 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 PCN Beauport, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Christopher frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• For those whose feeling unsteady on my feet or experiencing dizziness and balance problems has made competing effectively in your curling league games seem like a distant memory, Christopher's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward experiencing significant pain relief, allowing for a more comfortable daily life. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to competing effectively in your curling league games with greater comfort and renewed confidence.
• Discover how physiotherapy with Christopher can help you move beyond feeling 'off-balance' and worried about falling, especially as I get older. The focus is on getting back their independence with daily activities and personal care, enabling a joyful return to the activities you love, such as easily carrying groceries in from the car in one or two trips.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Christopher's clinic, common concerns like my baby/child having trouble with their motor skills, like delayed rolling, sitting or walking are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of the ability to manage symptoms independently if they occasionally recur. 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 Christopher, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.

Christopher practices at PCN Beauport, situated in a central Québec neighborhood of Québec. The clinic is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access comprehensive care within their daily routines. Public transit routes serve the area well, ensuring that patients can reach their appointments with ease. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

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 Physiothérapeute will provide an estimated treatment timeline and plan after your first visit, and this will be revisited as your treatment progresses.

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. 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 the specific requirements of your insurance policy before your first appointment.

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 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 plans, helping with exercises, applying modalities, and reporting progress.

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

Generally, physiotherapy services in private clinics are not covered by RAMQ. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Care within public hospitals or CLSCs may be covered depending on eligibility, but private outpatient physiotherapy typically is not. It is important to verify coverage directly with RAMQ and your insurance provider.

What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?

Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession dedicated to improving movement, function, and overall well-being. A registered Physiothérapeute uses evidence-based techniques like targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education to assess, diagnose, and treat injuries, pain, and impairments affecting muscles, joints, nerves, and the cardiorespiratory system. It helps reduce pain, increase mobility, recover from surgeries, prevent injuries, and enhance quality of life.

PCN Beauport
2850, avenue St-David, Local 210
Québec, QC G1C 5W2

Phone: (581) 701-8502

Christopher Paquet 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.