David-Anthony Savoca – Physiotherapist | Kirkland, QC

David-Anthony Savoca is a dedicated Physiothérapeute practicing at Medi-Club Physiotherapy and Medical Wellness CT in Kirkland, QC. He is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care that aligns with the standards set by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ). His approach emphasizes performance enhancement and athletic-oriented recovery, ensuring each patient receives tailored treatments to optimize their physical potential and functional capacity.

Specializing in addressing a wide range of muscle, joint, bone, tendon, and ligament conditions, David-Anthony offers comprehensive assessments and evidence-based interventions. His expertise includes managing acute injuries such as sprains and strains, chronic pain, arthritis, and post-operative rehabilitation. He also provides specialized care for dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders caused by inner ear or central vestibular system issues, aiming to improve stability, reduce symptoms, and lower fall risk. His services cater to older children (5+), adolescents, adults, and seniors, supporting all stages of active and performance-driven lifestyles.

With a solid educational background and extensive clinical experience, David-Anthony completed his degree in Physiotherapy. He is dedicated to ongoing professional development, focusing on evidence-based practices. His particular interests include Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Vestibular and Balance Rehabilitation. His practice philosophy revolves around a patient-centered, collaborative approach that actively involves individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. David-Anthony is fluent in English, French, and Italian, facilitating effective communication with diverse patient populations.

David-Anthony Savoca provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Joint Pain

• Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): Joint pain, aching, and functional limitation due to the progressive loss of cartilage, which physiotherapy can help manage through exercise, education, and pain relief strategies.
• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Pain, tenderness, swelling, and dysfunction in a tendon (the strong cords that attach muscles to bones) due to overuse, repetitive strain, injury, or degeneration. Common sites include the Achilles, patellar tendon (knee), rotator cuff (shoulder), or elbow (tennis/golfer's elbow).

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-Hip Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Hip Arthroplasty - THA/PHA): A tailored physiotherapy program following hip joint replacement to optimize your recovery, manage pain, ensure adherence to any precautions, and facilitate a return to an active lifestyle.
• Post-Shoulder Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Rotator Cuff Repair, Labral Repair, Stabilization, Replacement): Specialized physiotherapy focused on regaining shoulder movement, strength, stability, and function after various types of shoulder surgeries, such as rotator cuff repair, labral tear repair, shoulder stabilization procedures (e.g., Bankart repair), or shoulder joint replacement (arthroplasty).
• 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. David-Anthony can assess your needs.

• Concussion / Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) Management & Rehabilitation: Baseline concussion testing (if offered by the clinic/practitioner) and evidence-based post-injury management to ensure a safe and effective recovery from mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI).
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Evidence-based exercise programs designed by your physiotherapist, including instruction and progression, to optimize your recovery and enhance your physical well-being.
• Balance Training & Falls Prevention Programs: Targeted exercises and strategies designed by your Physiotherapist to improve your stability, coordination, lower limb strength, and body awareness (proprioception), thereby reducing your risk of falls, particularly beneficial for older adults or individuals with balance impairments.
• 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.
• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Specialized workouts to enhance your core strength, stability, and endurance, which are crucial for injury prevention, back health, and efficient performance in daily activities and sports.
• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Personalized programs incorporating various stretching techniques (e.g., static, dynamic, PNF) to alleviate stiffness, increase tissue extensibility, and promote better posture.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by David-Anthony. 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 Medi-Club Physiotherapy and Medical Wellness CT, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. David-Anthony frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Physiotherapy with David-Anthony can be a transformative turning point for those affected by feeling like my posture is hunched or rounded, causing discomfort. The shared goal is achieving getting back to enjoying life's simple pleasures without physical limitations, paving the way for you to enjoy cycling longer distances with your cycling club and a more active, vibrant life.
• When dealing with pelvic pain or bladder/bowel control issues (for both men and women) is limiting your lifestyle and preventing you from doing engaging in volunteer work that might have physical demands, physiotherapy with David-Anthony can help you work towards feeling less fatigued during physical activities and throughout the day. The aim is to restore optimal function so you can comfortably and safely return to the things you love.
• Discover how physiotherapy with David-Anthony can help you move beyond shoulder pain that makes simple things like lifting my arm or reaching overhead difficult. The focus is on achieving their specific mobility goals, whether big or small, enabling a joyful return to the activities you love, such as carrying a backpack or shoulder bag comfortably.

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

David-Anthony practices at Medi-Club Physiotherapy and Medical Wellness CT, situated in the heart of the central Kirkland neighborhood of Kirkland, QC. The clinic is housed within a private facility that offers a welcoming environment for performance and athletic-oriented rehabilitation. It is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access care without inconvenience. The clinic is well-connected via local public transit routes, ensuring easy accessibility for all patients. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

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 Medi-Club Physiotherapy and Medical Wellness CT 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.

What is Medi-Club Physiotherapy and Medical Wellness CT's appointment cancellation policy?

We understand that schedules can change unexpectedly. To ensure we can accommodate all our patients efficiently, we kindly request at least 24 hours' notice (or one business day) for any appointment cancellations or rescheduling. This allows us to offer the time slot to other patients who may be waiting for care. A fee equivalent to 50% of the service cost or a set amount (e.g., $XX) may be charged for late cancellations (less than 24 hours' notice) or missed appointments (no-shows) without sufficient notice. Please contact our clinic as soon as possible if you need to make any changes to your appointment.

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 *see* a Physiothérapeute, some private or extended health insurance plans do require one for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check the specific requirements of your individual insurance policy before your first appointment to ensure coverage.

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, develop and modify treatment plans, and perform certain restricted activities. A Technologue en physiothérapie (Physiotherapy Technologist or Phys. T.) holds a college-level (CEGEP) 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 independently create treatment plans. Both professions are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

What types of conditions do Physiothérapeutes at Medi-Club Physiotherapy and Medical Wellness CT treat?

Our Physiothérapeutes treat a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, issues like back and neck pain (e.g., Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders such as Repetitive Strain Injury or Low Back Pain from Lifting), joint problems (arthritis, post-surgical recovery), sports injuries, nerve pain, and balance disorders. They also provide specialized care for concussion/mTBI management and vestibular rehabilitation, with a focus on helping patients regain optimal function and return to active lifestyles.

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

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

Medi-Club Physiotherapy and Medical Wellness CT
2869, Boulevard Saint-Charles
Kirkland, QC H9H 3B5

Phone: (514) 695-9152 | Website: www.medi-club.ca

David-Anthony Savoca 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.