Dr. Marie-Ève Barrette-Plante

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

Head, Neck & Jaw Conditions

• TMJ / Jaw Pain (Temporomandibular Disorders - TMD): Management of temporomandibular joint dysfunction through gentle manual therapies, exercises, and advice to reduce jaw pain and improve its function.
• 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.
• Tinnitus (Cervicogenic/Somatosensory): Investigating and addressing potential musculoskeletal contributions from the neck or jaw that may be linked to certain types of tinnitus.
• Headaches (Cervicogenic, Tension-Type, Migraine Support): Pain in the head, often linked to neck issues (cervicogenic), muscle tension (tension-type), or as a component that chiropractic care can help manage in certain migraine cases by addressing musculoskeletal triggers.

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.
• Plantar Fasciitis / Heel & Foot Pain: Sharp pain in the heel or bottom of the foot, especially with the first steps in the morning or after periods of rest, due to inflammation or degeneration of the plantar fascia.

Specific Populations & Injury Types

• 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.
• Geriatric Care (Mobility, Stiffness, Fall Prevention): Chiropractic care focused on maintaining quality of life for older adults through pain management and functional improvement.

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

• Thompson Drop-Table Technique: A gentle adjusting method using a specialized table with sections that drop slightly, allowing for precise adjustments with minimal force.
• Activator Methods® Technique: A gentle, low-force instrument-assisted adjusting technique using the Activator Adjusting Instrument to deliver precise and controlled impulses to specific joints or tissues (practitioner certification dependent).
• Flexion-Distraction Therapy (e.g., Cox® Technic): A gentle, non-force adjusting procedure using a specialized table that flexes and distracts the spine, often effective for disc-related conditions and spinal stenosis.
• Diversified Technique: A widely used manual adjusting technique involving specific high-velocity, low-amplitude thrusts to restore proper movement and alignment to spinal and extremity joints.
• Gonstead Technique: Targeted adjustments based on the Gonstead system of chiropractic care.
• Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT®): Utilizing pelvic blocking and specific cranial-sacral procedures to balance spinal and pelvic structures.

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

• Experience the significant benefit of feeling lasting relief from chronic shoulder discomfort and clicking if you're dealing with pregnancy back pain making it hard to get comfortable. Dr. Marie-Ève helps patients regain their ability to fully participate in activities like attending concerts and live events through focused and gentle chiropractic treatments.
• Imagine being able to running your usual 5k/10k route without trouble opening my mouth wide without pain holding you back. Dr. Marie-Ève works closely with patients to achieve outcomes such as being able to sit for longer periods comfortably, whether for work or leisure, often utilizing targeted spinal adjustments and supportive therapies to restore proper function.
• Many individuals visit Dr. Marie-Ève because they are tired of dealing with tennis elbow pain making gripping hard. Through a personalized chiropractic care plan, they often find they can achieve a significant reduction in the severity and daily impact of TMJ symptoms and get back to enjoying important activities like leisurely walking around the mall or large shopping centers for hours.
• Patients often share how a herniated disc diagnosis affected their ability to shooting hoops and playing pickup basketball at the local outdoor court. With Dr. Marie-Ève's help and a focus on sleeping more soundly and waking up feeling genuinely refreshed, many are now enjoying life with improved function and less discomfort.

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

Dr. Amanda Choong practices at Clinique chiropratique familiale Périgny, situated in the heart of the central Chambly neighborhood. The clinic is conveniently located within a community-oriented setting, close to local services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access comprehensive care. The clinic is easily reachable via local public transit routes, ensuring that community members can attend appointments with ease. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

Do Chiropraticiens work with other healthcare professionals?

Yes, Chiropraticiens often believe in a collaborative approach to healthcare. We frequently work with and refer to other healthcare professionals such as family physicians, physiotherapists, massage therapists, naturopathic doctors, and specialists when it is in the best interest of our patients to ensure comprehensive and optimal care.

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

Chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals in all provinces, including Quebec. Patients can book an appointment directly without a referral from a medical doctor. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may still require a doctor's referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check the specifics of your insurance policy.

Is it safe to see a chiropractor if I’m pregnant?

Chiropractic care during pregnancy is generally considered safe and can be very effective for managing common musculoskeletal complaints such as back pain, pelvic girdle pain, and sciatica that often arise due to hormonal changes and shifting biomechanics. Chiropraticiens are trained to work with pregnant women and use modified adjustment techniques and specialized tables or pillows to ensure the comfort and safety of both mother and baby. Some chiropractors, like Dr. Choong, are also certified in the Webster Technique, a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment for pregnant women.

Is there parking available at or near Clinique chiropratique familiale Périgny?

Yes, there is free patient parking available directly in front of or behind our building.

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

That sound is a common and usually harmless phenomenon called joint cavitation. When a joint is gapped during an adjustment, the pressure inside the joint decreases, allowing dissolved gases in the joint fluid to form a bubble, which then quickly collapses, creating the 'pop'. It doesn't mean bones are cracking, and many effective adjustments occur without any sound at all.

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 through private insurance. Care received in a hospital setting is extremely rare for chiropractic care and might be different, but this is not common for private practice. It is important to verify your private insurance coverage and any specific conditions.

What are the typical phases of chiropractic care?

Chiropractic care often progresses through a few general phases: 1. **Initial Intensive/Relief Care:** This phase focuses on reducing your immediate pain, inflammation, and discomfort. Visits may be more frequent during this stage. 2. **Corrective/Rehabilitative Care:** Once symptoms are under control, the focus shifts to correcting underlying joint dysfunction, improving muscle strength and flexibility, and restoring normal movement patterns. Visit frequency usually decreases. 3. **Wellness/Maintenance Care (Optional):** Some patients choose periodic visits to maintain their improvements, prevent recurrences, and support overall spinal health and well-being. Your Chiropraticien will discuss what’s appropriate for your specific situation and goals.

Clinique chiropratique familiale Périgny
1991, boul. Périgny bureau 102
Chambly, QC J3L 4C3

Phone: (450) 447-1888 | Website: http://www.chiropratiquechambly.ca/

Dr. Amanda Choong 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.