Dr. Eléonore Hilzheber

Dr. Brandan Chretien provides skilled chiropractic care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

General Musculoskeletal & Systemic Conditions

• Bursitis (Various Regions): Inflammation of a bursa (a small, fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between bones, tendons, and muscles near joints), causing localized pain, tenderness, and sometimes swelling.
• Chronic Pain Syndromes (with Biomechanical Factors): Addressing persistent pain where underlying joint dysfunction, muscle imbalance, nerve irritation, or altered movement patterns are identified as significant contributing factors.
• Tendinitis / Tendinopathy (Various Regions): Inflammation, irritation, or degeneration of a tendon (the tough fibrous cords that attach muscles to bones), leading to pain and tenderness near a joint, often from overuse or repetitive stress.

Shoulder, Arm & Hand Conditions

• Nerve Entrapments (e.g., Thoracic Outlet, Cubital Tunnel): Identifying and treating sources of nerve irritation in the upper limb to alleviate radiating symptoms and improve sensation.
• Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis): A rehabilitative approach to gradually restore shoulder mobility and alleviate the discomfort of adhesive capsulitis.
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (Conservative Management): Symptoms like numbness, tingling, weakness, or pain in the hand and wrist caused by compression of the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel at the wrist.

Hip, Leg & Foot Conditions

• IT Band Syndrome: Treatment for IT band friction syndrome, focusing on releasing tension in the IT band and associated muscles, correcting biomechanics, and reducing inflammation.
• Achilles Tendinopathy: Pain, stiffness, and sometimes swelling in the Achilles tendon (the large tendon connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone), often resulting from overuse or improper biomechanics.
• Knee Pain (Osteoarthritis, Patellofemoral Syndrome, Meniscal Issues - Conservative): Aching, sharp pain, or instability in the knee, commonly resulting from cartilage degeneration (osteoarthritis), issues with how the kneecap tracks (patellofemoral pain syndrome), or certain types of meniscal (cartilage) injuries suitable for conservative care.

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

• Core Stability & Strengthening Programs: Developing core strength and endurance to protect your spine during daily activities.
• PNF Stretching (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation): Advanced stretching techniques that involve both stretching and contracting muscle groups to quickly achieve greater flexibility and range of motion.
• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Guided instruction on specific stretches and flexibility exercises to improve your range of motion, reduce muscle tightness, and enhance overall movement quality.
• Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) Exercises: A rehabilitative approach based on developmental movement patterns to restore and stabilize locomotor function, often used for complex cases (practitioner certification dependent).
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Tailored rehabilitative exercises to address specific weaknesses, imbalances, or mobility restrictions.
• Webster Technique (for Pregnancy): A specific chiropractic analysis and diversified adjustment for pregnant individuals, aimed at reducing sacral subluxation and optimizing pelvic biomechanics to support a more comfortable pregnancy and birth (practitioner certification dependent).

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Dr. Hilzheber. 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 des chiropraticiens du Québec (OCQ).

At Chiropratique Synergie Laënnec, chiropractic care is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Dr. Hilzheber frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Many individuals visit Dr. Eléonore because they are tired of dealing with tailbone pain making sitting excruciating. Through a personalized chiropractic care plan, they often find they can achieve feeling more aligned and balanced in their posture and get back to enjoying important activities like simply being able to sit on the floor to play with your children/pets.
• Imagine being able to resuming your regular early morning jogging routine around the neighborhood without feeling like the tin man needing oil holding you back. Dr. Eléonore works closely with patients to achieve outcomes such as feeling a significant release of chronic tension and stress held in their body, often utilizing targeted spinal adjustments and supportive therapies to restore proper function.
• Patients often share how foot pain making it hard to stand or walk for long affected their ability to playing a full 18 holes of golf without lower back stiffness or hip pain. With Dr. Eléonore's help and a focus on maintaining their independence and an active lifestyle as they age, many are now enjoying life with improved function and less discomfort.
• If hip flexor tightness causing pain is impacting your daily life and preventing you from enjoying lifting your toddler without back pain, know that effective chiropractic care can help. Dr. Eléonore focuses on achieving finding lasting solutions after trying many other approaches without success so you can engage in the things you love again.

Your personalized chiropractic care plan, developed with Dr. Hilzheber, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.

Chiropratique Synergie Laënnec is situated in the heart of Mont-Royal, QC, in a modern clinic designed for patient comfort and accessibility. Located centrally in the vibrant Mont-Royal neighborhood, the clinic is easily reachable via multiple public transit routes, making it convenient for patients coming from surrounding areas. The clinic is situated near local community services and pharmacies, ensuring that your visit is as seamless as possible. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

Will I need to get X-rays before starting chiropractic care?

X-rays are not routinely required for every patient. Dr. Brandan Chretien will conduct a thorough history and physical examination to determine if imaging studies are clinically necessary. Imaging is typically recommended to rule out more serious conditions such as fractures or pathology, assess for significant spinal degeneration or instability, or if a patient's condition is not improving as expected with conservative care. This approach adheres to established diagnostic imaging guidelines to minimize radiation exposure.

What kind of education and training do chiropractors in Canada receive?

Chiropractors in Canada complete a rigorous post-secondary Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree, which generally requires a minimum of three years of undergraduate university education followed by four years of intensive study at an accredited chiropractic college. The program includes comprehensive training in basic sciences such as anatomy, physiology, pathology, neurology, and biomechanics, as well as clinical sciences like diagnostic imaging, orthopedics, and differential diagnosis. Extensive hands-on clinical internship experience is also part of their education. Graduates must pass demanding national and provincial board examinations to become licensed to practice.

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

RAMQ does not cover chiropractic services performed in private clinics. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or use private insurance. Some coverage may exist if care is received in a hospital setting, but this is rare for chiropractic services. It is important to verify your coverage with your private insurance provider and check your eligibility directly with RAMQ.

Do Chiropraticiens work with other healthcare professionals?

Yes, Chiropraticiens often believe in a collaborative approach to healthcare. They frequently work with and refer to other healthcare professionals such as family physicians, physiotherapists, massage therapists, naturopathic doctors, and specialists to ensure comprehensive and optimal care for their patients.

What is that 'cracking' or 'popping' sound during an adjustment?

The sound is a common and usually harmless phenomenon called joint cavitation. When a joint is gapped during an adjustment, the pressure inside decreases, allowing dissolved gases in the joint fluid to form a bubble that quickly collapses, creating the 'pop'. This does not mean bones are cracking, and many effective adjustments are performed without any sound at all.

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

Chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals, so patients can book an appointment directly without a referral. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a doctor's referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check the specifics of your insurance policy to ensure coverage.

Chiropratique Synergie Laënnec
1100 Ave. Beaumont, bureau 403
Mont-Royal, QC H3P 3H5

Phone: (514) 735-2789 | Website: https://www.chiropratique-synergie.ca/

Dr. Brandan Chretien is regulated by the Code des professions in QC and is a member of the Ordre des chiropraticiens du Québec (OCQ).

Registration can be verified with the Ordre des chiropraticiens du Québec (OCQ).

Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.