Dr. Lysandre Molaison-Bourque

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

General Musculoskeletal & Systemic Conditions

• 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.
• Muscle Strains & Ligament Sprains (Various Regions): Helping you recover from common injuries like a pulled hamstring, twisted ankle, or strained back muscle.

Back & Spine Conditions

• Sciatica & Lumbar Radiculopathy (Radiating Leg Pain): Targeted treatment for conditions causing 'pinched nerve' sensations down the leg, helping to reduce pain and restore normal nerve function.
• Low Back Pain (Acute, Subacute, Chronic): Effective treatment for various types of low back pain, whether it's a recent injury or a persistent problem, focusing on pain relief and functional restoration.
• Coccydynia (Tailbone Pain): Management strategies, including gentle manual techniques and postural advice, to relieve discomfort associated with coccyx injuries or irritation.
• Spinal Stenosis (Cervical or Lumbar - Symptomatic): Narrowing of the spaces within the spine, which can put pressure on the spinal cord or nerves, causing pain, numbness, or weakness, often in the legs (lumbar) or arms (cervical).

Hip, Leg & Foot Conditions

• IT Band Syndrome: Pain, typically on the outside of the knee or sometimes the hip, common in runners and cyclists, caused by friction and irritation of the iliotibial (IT) band.
• Plantar Fasciitis / Heel & Foot Pain: Effective treatment for plantar fasciitis, focusing on reducing inflammation, stretching the plantar fascia and calf muscles, and addressing foot biomechanics.

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

• 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).
• Geriatric Chiropractic Care: Modified, gentle chiropractic techniques designed to address the specific musculoskeletal needs of older adults, focusing on pain relief, mobility, balance, and fall prevention.
• Radiographic (X-ray) Imaging & Analysis: Utilizing X-ray imaging, if necessary, to get a clear picture of your spinal health and guide precise treatment.
• Prenatal & Postnatal Chiropractic Care: Chiropractic care to help manage pregnancy-related pain and support postpartum recovery.
• Comprehensive Chiropractic Examination: Complete neuromusculoskeletal evaluation to identify biomechanical issues, nerve interferences, and areas of dysfunction.
• Pediatric Chiropractic Care: Gentle assessment and modified adjusting techniques specifically adapted for the unique needs of infants, children, and adolescents for various musculoskeletal concerns.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Dr. Sacco. 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 chiropratique des Îles, chiropractic care is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Dr. Sacco frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Many individuals visit Dr. Lysandre because they are tired of dealing with whiplash from a car accident. Through a personalized chiropractic care plan, they often find they can achieve finding lasting solutions after trying many other approaches without success and get back to enjoying important activities like cycling with your local club.
• Dr. Lysandre frequently helps people find solutions for the limitations imposed by trouble sleeping soundly due to discomfort or pain. The common goal is being able to actively keep up with their children or grandchildren, enabling a confident return to valued life activities, for instance, kayaking or canoeing on the lake, with greater comfort and ease.
• Overcoming that runner's knee grinding feeling to achieve accomplishing physical goals they once thought were out of reach and resume working on your car in the garage is a common success story at Dr. Lysandre's practice. Personalized care makes a real difference.
• Imagine being able to consistently running your usual 5k/10k route at a comfortable pace without numbness or pins and needles in my arms or legs holding you back. Dr. Lysandre works closely with patients to achieve outcomes such as walking with ease, free from sharp radiating leg pain, often utilizing targeted spinal adjustments and supportive therapies to restore proper function.

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

Dr. Molaison-Bourque's practice is situated at Centre chiropratique des Îles, located in the heart of L'Étang-du-Nord. The clinic is positioned within a modern healthcare centre that is easily accessible for residents and visitors alike. It is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making it simple for patients to integrate their chiropractic visits into their daily routines. Accessible via local public transit routes, the clinic ensures ease of reach for all patients. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

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

In Quebec, RAMQ does not typically cover chiropractic services provided in private clinics. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket or use private insurance for these services. However, if chiropractic care is received in a hospital setting—though rare—it may be covered differently. Patients are advised to verify their coverage with RAMQ and consult their private insurance plans for reimbursement options.

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

No, in Quebec, chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals, and patients can schedule appointments directly without a referral. Nonetheless, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a doctor's referral for reimbursement purposes. Patients should check their individual insurance policies for specific requirements.

Do chiropractors only treat back pain?

While chiropractors are well known for effectively treating back pain, their expertise extends to a wide array of neuromusculoskeletal conditions affecting the entire body. This includes issues with the neck, shoulders, hips, knees, feet, as well as headaches and problems involving muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves throughout the extremities.

How can I tell if chiropractic care is right for me?

If you are experiencing pain, stiffness, or dysfunction related to your spine, muscles, joints, or nerves—such as back pain, neck pain, headaches, or extremity joint issues—chiropractic care may be beneficial. An initial consultation with Dr. Sacco can help assess your condition, discuss your health goals, and determine whether chiropractic treatment is suitable or if another approach is recommended.

Is there parking available at or near Centre chiropratique des Îles?

Yes, there is free patient parking available directly in front of or behind our building. Additionally, metered street parking is available on nearby streets, and limited paid parking can be found in the public parkade located approximately one block east of the clinic.

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

Canadian chiropractors complete a rigorous post-secondary education, earning a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree. This program typically involves at least three years of undergraduate university education followed by four years of intensive study at an accredited chiropractic college. The curriculum covers basic sciences such as anatomy, physiology, pathology, neurology, and biomechanics, as well as clinical sciences like diagnostic imaging, orthopedics, and differential diagnosis. Students also undergo extensive hands-on clinical internships. Graduates must pass national and provincial licensing examinations to practice legally and safely.

Centre chiropratique des ÃŽles
1277, ch. De la Vernière
L'Étang-du-Nord, QC G4T 3E8

Phone: (418) 986-5476

Dr. Claudia Sacco 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.