Diana Alexandra Kandia Gomez – Physiotherapist | Québec, QC

Diana Alexandra Kandia Gomez is a dedicated Physiothérapeute. Practicing at CIUSSS de la Capitale-Nationale (CLSC Limoilou) in Québec, QC, Diana is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) standards. Her approach emphasizes personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs, ensuring optimal recovery and functional improvement. Diana’s focus is on fostering a collaborative environment where patients feel empowered and informed about their rehabilitation journey.

Specializing in addressing a wide range of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, Diana’s expertise includes managing acute injuries such as sprains, strains, and post-surgical rehabilitation, as well as chronic conditions like arthritis and osteoporosis. She places particular emphasis on the health and mobility of older adults, aiming to improve balance, strength, and independence, thereby reducing fall risk and enhancing overall quality of life. Her compassionate and evidence-based approach ensures that each patient receives comprehensive care that promotes healing, functional restoration, and long-term wellness.

With a solid foundation in physiotherapy education and ongoing professional development, Diana has cultivated skills and a special interest in Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy as well as Geriatric Physiotherapy. Her clinical experience is complemented by her commitment to staying current with the latest evidence-based practices. Diana’s practice philosophy centers on a collaborative, patient-focused model, integrating the latest research to deliver effective treatment. She is fluent in English, Spanish, and French, facilitating communication with a diverse patient population.

Diana Alexandra Kandia Gomez provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Common Msk

• Muscle Strains and Tears: Common injuries in active individuals, athletes, or resulting from accidents, leading to localized pain, swelling, bruising, and weakness in the affected muscle (e.g., hamstring, calf, quadriceps, groin, rotator cuff).
• Ankle Sprains and Instability: Common ankle injuries causing acute pain, persistent swelling, and instability, significantly affecting your ability to walk, run, or participate in sports.
• Neck Pain and Stiffness: Painful neck conditions that can make head movements difficult, sometimes leading to headaches or radiating pain into the shoulders.

Vestibular Balance

• Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD / 3PD): Addressing chronic subjective dizziness and unsteadiness through targeted rehabilitation designed to reduce symptoms and improve functional abilities for individuals with PPPD/3PD.
• General Balance Deficits and Increased Fall Risk: Physiotherapy aimed at improving your balance, coordination, lower limb strength, reaction time, and confidence to reduce your risk of falling and enhance safe mobility in your home and community.
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): A common cause of vertigo that is highly treatable with specific physiotherapy maneuvers, such as the Epley maneuver or Semont maneuver, designed to reposition the displaced inner ear crystals.

Back Neck Pain

• 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.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Post-traumatic neck pain, restricted movement, and associated issues common after car accidents, which benefit from early and appropriate physiotherapy intervention.
• 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.
• 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.

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

• Tele-Rehabilitation / Virtual Physiotherapy Consultations: Convenient access to expert physiotherapy services from the comfort of your home, office, or any location with an internet connection, ideal for those with busy schedules, living in remote areas, or preferring virtual care.
• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Personalized programs incorporating various stretching techniques (e.g., static, dynamic, PNF) to alleviate stiffness, increase tissue extensibility, and promote better posture.
• 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.
• General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: Comprehensive exercise plans developed by your Physiotherapist to combat deconditioning, enhance overall physical well-being, and promote an active lifestyle.
• 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.
• Home-Based Physiotherapy Visits (Mobile Physio): Providing professional physiotherapy assessment, treatment, education, and exercise prescription directly in the comfort and convenience of your home environment, especially for those who have difficulty attending an outpatient clinic due to mobility issues, severe pain, or other constraints.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Diana. 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 de la Capitale-Nationale (CLSC Limoilou), physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Diana frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Patients often come to Diana feeling defeated by recurrent dislocations or a feeling of instability in my shoulder or knee. With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving enhanced pelvic floor function and control (for relevant conditions) and resuming dancing the night away at social events and family celebrations becomes a realistic and attainable goal.
• Diana believes that everyone deserves to move well and feel their best. If facial weakness or drooping on one side (like Bell's Palsy) is hindering your ability to returning to a specific physical hobby you had to give up due to pain, a personalized plan focusing on being able to play actively with their children or grandchildren again can make all the difference.
• Diana frequently assists patients in overcoming the effects of a 'frozen shoulder' feeling, where my shoulder feels completely stuck. A carefully designed physiotherapy program, potentially including specialized manual techniques and progressive exercises, targets a smooth and confident transition back to their work duties and supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like playing your musical instrument (guitar, piano, violin, etc.) for extended periods.

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

Diana practices at CIUSSS de la Capitale-Nationale (CLSC Limoilou), situated in a central neighborhood of Québec. This public healthcare facility is conveniently located near local community services, pharmacies, and accessible via multiple public transit routes. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

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.

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

In Quebec, patients can typically access physiotherapy services 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 may require one for reimbursement purposes. Patients should verify their insurance policies to understand specific requirements before their initial appointment.

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

Generally, RAMQ does not cover physiotherapy services provided in private clinics. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Care received within a public hospital or CLSC may be covered under certain conditions, but for private outpatient physiotherapy, reliance on private insurance is common. Patients are advised to check their eligibility with RAMQ and review their private plans for coverage details.

What is CIUSSS de la Capitale-Nationale (CLSC Limoilou)'s appointment cancellation policy?

We understand schedules can change unexpectedly. To ensure efficient patient care, we kindly request at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations or rescheduling. A fee may be charged for late cancellations or no-shows without sufficient notice. Please contact our clinic as soon as possible if you need to make changes.

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 contacting your insurer before your first appointment to understand your coverage, including annual maximums, per-visit limits, co-payments, and whether direct billing is available. If direct billing is supported and permitted by your plan, we can often bill your insurer directly, and you would only pay any remaining co-pay or balance at the time of service. Please bring your insurance details to your appointment for smooth processing.

CIUSSS de la Capitale-Nationale (CLSC Limoilou)
1405, Chemin de la Canardière
Québec, QC G1J 0A7

Phone: (418) 529-2572

Diana Alexandra Kandia Gomez 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.