Daphné Hunter

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

Common Msk

• Wrist and Hand Pain (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain's Tenosynovitis, Strains): Pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, or stiffness in the wrist, hand, or fingers, often resulting from overuse, repetitive tasks, arthritis, or specific conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome or De Quervain's tenosynovitis.
• 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.
• Hip Pain (e.g., Bursitis, Muscle Strains, Labral Issues - conservative): Discomfort experienced in the hip region, groin, outer hip, or buttock, potentially stemming from joint inflammation (bursitis), muscle strains, tendinopathy, or conservative management of labral tears.

Back Neck Pain

• 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.
• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Back or neck pain accompanied by associated limb symptoms (pain, sensory changes, weakness) due to a constricted spinal canal, which physiotherapy can help manage conservatively.
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Sharp, shooting, electric-like, or burning pain that travels along the path of a nerve due to issues with intervertebral discs or other spinal structures.

Arthritis

• 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.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) & Other Inflammatory Arthropathies: Helping you live well with rheumatoid arthritis or other inflammatory arthropathies through targeted physiotherapy interventions designed to manage symptoms, preserve function, and promote overall well-being.

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

• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Developing control, strength, and endurance in your core musculature for improved functional performance, pain reduction, and prevention of re-injury.
• 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: Graded exercise programs designed to improve your overall physical fitness, endurance, strength, and functional capacity, especially beneficial after illness, surgery, or periods of prolonged inactivity.
• Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation and Performance: Targeted exercises using resistance (such as bodyweight, resistance bands, free weights, or gym equipment) to build muscle strength, power, and endurance, tailored to your specific rehabilitation needs or performance goals.
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: A carefully selected set of exercises specific to your condition and abilities, aimed at restoring function, reducing pain, improving movement, and preventing future issues.
• Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) for Dizziness, Vertigo & Balance Disorders: Helping you overcome dizziness, vertigo, and unsteadiness with targeted vestibular exercises and strategies, enabling you to return to daily activities with greater stability and comfort.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Daphné. 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 CIUSSS SAGUENAY LAC-ST-JEAN (HÔPITAL DE ROBERVAL), physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Daphné frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Discover how physiotherapy with Daphné can help you move beyond tendonitis pain flaring up in my shoulder, knee, elbow, or foot. The focus is on reduced swelling and inflammation in injured areas, enabling a joyful return to the activities you love, such as participating in water aerobics or other pool-based exercises.
• The journey to greater confidence when walking, standing, or navigating challenging environments when faced with persistent an awkward gait or limping when I walk is made smoother and more effective with Daphné's expert physiotherapy care, often leading to a fulfilling and active return to pastimes like getting on and off the floor with ease.
• It's truly rewarding for Daphné to witness patients conquer needing help to get moving again after a long period of illness or inactivity and experience a smooth and confident transition back to their work duties. A tailored approach to physiotherapy, focusing on your specific needs, can make a significant difference in your ability to participate in cycling longer distances with your cycling club again.

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

Located at the CIUSSS SAGUENAY LAC-ST-JEAN (HÔPITAL DE ROBERVAL), Daphné's practice is situated within a modern, community-oriented healthcare facility in the heart of Roberval's central neighborhood. The clinic is easily accessible, being close to various local community services and pharmacies. It is conveniently reachable via local public transit routes, making it straightforward for patients to attend appointments. 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 our clinic offers direct billing and your plan permits 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.

How can I book an appointment at CIUSSS SAGUENAY LAC-ST-JEAN (HÔPITAL DE ROBERVAL)?

You can book an appointment by calling our clinic directly at (418) 275-0110 during our business hours. Many of our practitioners also offer the convenience of online booking through our website. Our friendly reception team will be happy to assist you in finding a suitable appointment time with the right physiotherapist for your needs.

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

Patients in Quebec can typically see a Physiothérapeute (Physiotherapist) directly without a doctor's referral, a process known as direct access. However, while a referral is not legally required to *see* a physiotherapist, some private and extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check the specific requirements of your insurance policy before your appointment.

Does CIUSSS SAGUENAY LAC-ST-JEAN (HÔPITAL DE ROBERVAL) offer direct billing to private insurance companies?

Yes, our clinic offers direct billing for most major private insurance providers such as Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Green Shield, and Blue Cross. Please bring your insurance card and policy details to your appointment. If we are unable to directly bill your insurer, we will provide detailed receipts that you can submit for reimbursement. Always confirm your coverage and any applicable limits directly with your insurance provider, as plans vary and you are responsible for any remaining balances.

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 an autonomous healthcare professional authorized to perform assessments, establish diagnoses, and create treatment plans. They may also perform certain restricted activities if certified. A Technologue en physiothérapie (Physiotherapy Technologist) holds a college-level diploma and works under the supervision of a physiotherapist or physician, applying prescribed treatment modalities and guiding patients through exercises but does not diagnose or independently create treatment plans. Both professions are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

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 in Quebec, and patients usually pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Publicly funded physiotherapy might be available through certain programs or within hospitals and CLSCs under specific criteria. It is important to verify your eligibility directly with RAMQ and check your private insurance coverage, as many plans offer substantial coverage for physiotherapy services in private clinics.

CIUSSS SAGUENAY LAC-ST-JEAN (HÔPITAL DE ROBERVAL)
450, Rue Brassard
Roberval, QC G8H 1B9

Phone: (418) 275-0110

Daphné Hunter 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.