Dr. Isabelle Boisvert

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

Shoulder, Arm & Hand Conditions

• Tennis Elbow / Golfer's Elbow (Epicondylitis): Addressing the underlying causes of elbow tendon pain through manual therapy, exercise, and activity modification advice.
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (Conservative Management): Helping to relieve pressure on the median nerve to reduce hand and wrist discomfort associated with carpal tunnel syndrome.
• Shoulder Pain (Rotator Cuff Issues, Impingement, Bursitis): Discomfort, weakness, or limited movement in the shoulder, commonly from injury or inflammation of the rotator cuff tendons, impingement of structures within the shoulder joint, or bursitis.

Head, Neck & Jaw Conditions

• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): A range of symptoms including neck pain, stiffness, headaches, and dizziness following a sudden acceleration-deceleration injury, typically from a car accident.
• TMJ / Jaw Pain (Temporomandibular Disorders - TMD): Pain, clicking, locking, or limited movement in the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, often affecting chewing, speaking, and sometimes causing ear pain or headaches.
• Dizziness & Vertigo (Cervicogenic & BPPV Management): Sensations of unsteadiness, spinning, or lightheadedness that can be related to neck problems (cervicogenic dizziness) or inner ear crystal displacement (BPPV, if trained in repositioning maneuvers).

Specific Populations & Injury Types

• Work-Related Injuries (RSI, Lifting Injuries): Treatment and prevention strategies for injuries related to occupational tasks, including ergonomic advice and rehabilitation to support a safe return to work.
• Motor Vehicle Accident Injuries (e.g., Whiplash, Back Strain): Musculoskeletal trauma resulting from car accidents, commonly involving whiplash-associated disorders (neck pain, stiffness, headaches), back strains, soft tissue damage, and joint sprains.
• Sports Injuries (Acute & Overuse): Helping you recover from common sports injuries like runner's knee, shoulder strains, or ankle sprains, and optimizing your biomechanics for better performance.

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

• Myofascial Release Technique (MRT): Targeted soft tissue work to alleviate muscle tightness, break down adhesions, and restore fascial integrity.
• Cross-Friction Massage: Targeted deep tissue massage to improve the mobility and healing of injured ligaments and tendons.
• Graston Technique® / IASTM: Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) using specially designed stainless steel tools to detect and treat fascial restrictions, scar tissue, and chronic inflammation (practitioner certification dependent).
• Active Release Techniques (ART®): Specialized manual therapy combining precise pressure with active patient movements to resolve soft tissue restrictions.
• Trigger Point Therapy: Releasing tight bands of muscle tissue to alleviate pain and improve movement.
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: A specific set of exercises designed by your chiropractor to help you recover faster and stay healthy.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Dr. Boisvert. 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 Centre de Santé Chiropratique St-Bruno, chiropractic care is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Dr. Boisvert frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Dr. Isabelle understands how frustrating a weak or painful achilles tendon can be. By aiming for moving more freely and easily throughout their entire body, chiropractic care can empower you to return to activities like getting in and out of the car without wincing with renewed confidence.
• Many individuals visit Dr. Isabelle because they are tired of dealing with slouching causing that upper back pain. Through a personalized chiropractic care plan, they often find they can achieve feeling less pain sensitivity in previously tender areas and get back to enjoying important activities like performing your physically demanding job duties.
• If my knee feeling unstable or giving way is impacting your daily life and preventing you from enjoying swimming laps at the community pool, know that effective chiropractic care can help. Dr. Isabelle focuses on achieving a significant reduction in the severity and daily impact of TMJ symptoms so you can engage in the things you love again.
• For those whose sore jaw muscles, especially in the morning has made crafting and sewing for extended periods a challenge, Dr. Isabelle offers a path towards more efficient and comfortable movement patterns during daily activities. Chiropractic care can be instrumental in helping you rediscover the joy of movement and an active lifestyle.

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

Dr. Boisvert practices at the Centre de Santé Chiropratique St-Bruno, situated in a central location within the Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville neighborhood of Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville. The clinic is conveniently positioned near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access comprehensive healthcare in one accessible location. It is well-connected via local public transit routes, ensuring patients can reach their appointments with ease. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

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

In Quebec, chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals, which means patients can book an appointment directly without needing a referral from a medical doctor. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may still require a doctor's referral for reimbursement purposes, so it is advisable to check the specifics of your individual insurance policy.

Can children and babies receive chiropractic care?

Yes, chiropractic care is safe and beneficial for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. Techniques are always modified to be extremely gentle and appropriate for each child's age, size, and developmental stage. Parents often seek chiropractic care for concerns related to posture, after minor falls or sports-related tumbles, to support overall spinal health during growth spurts, or for issues like colic or feeding difficulties in infants, where gentle musculoskeletal approaches may be supportive.

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

In Quebec, RAMQ does not cover chiropractic services performed in private clinics. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Some coverage may exist for care received in hospital settings, but this is rare and not the norm for private practice. Patients are advised to verify their individual coverage with RAMQ and consult their private insurance plans for possible reimbursement.

What does a chiropractor mean by a 'subluxation' or 'joint restriction'?

A subluxation or joint restriction refers to a joint that is 'stuck' or not moving as it should. This can cause pain, stiffness, and may interfere with nearby nerves. Chiropractors are trained to identify and correct these dysfunctions through adjustments.

What is Centre de Santé Chiropratique St-Bruno's appointment cancellation policy?

We understand that life happens! To ensure we can accommodate all our patients, we kindly request at least 24 hours' notice for any appointment cancellations or rescheduling. Appointments missed or cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice may be subject to a cancellation fee. Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to make changes.

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 requires a minimum of three years of undergraduate university education followed by four years of intensive study at an accredited chiropractic college. Their training includes comprehensive coursework in basic sciences such as anatomy, physiology, pathology, neurology, and biomechanics, as well as clinical sciences like diagnostic imaging, orthopedics, and differential diagnosis. The program also emphasizes chiropractic-specific techniques, rehabilitation, and extensive hands-on clinical internships. Graduates must pass demanding national and provincial board examinations to obtain licensure and legally practice as Chiropraticiens in Canada.

Centre de Santé Chiropratique St-Bruno
25, Chemin de la Rabastalière E
Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, QC J3V 2A4

Phone: (450) 441-1679 | Website: http://www.chirostbruno.com

Dr. Christopher Acaster 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.