Dr. Maryse Chartrand

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

Shoulder, Arm & Hand Conditions

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (Conservative Management): Non-surgical approaches to manage carpal tunnel symptoms, including wrist and nerve mobilization, ergonomic advice, and supportive therapies.
• Tennis Elbow / Golfer's Elbow (Epicondylitis): Pain and tenderness around the elbow joint due to overuse and inflammation of tendons, typically on the outer (tennis elbow) or inner (golfer's elbow) side of the elbow.
• Shoulder Pain (Rotator Cuff Issues, Impingement, Bursitis): Chiropractic care aimed at improving shoulder mechanics, reducing pain, and restoring function for activities like lifting or reaching.

Head, Neck & Jaw Conditions

• Headaches (Cervicogenic, Tension-Type, Migraine Support): Relief strategies for headaches originating from neck dysfunction or muscular tension, and supportive care to reduce the frequency or intensity of certain migraines.
• Tinnitus (Cervicogenic/Somatosensory): Investigating and addressing potential musculoskeletal contributions from the neck or jaw that may be linked to certain types of tinnitus.
• Cervical Radiculopathy (Pinched Nerve in Neck): Symptoms such as pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness radiating from the neck into the shoulder, arm, or hand due to nerve root compression in the cervical spine.

Specific Populations & Injury Types

• Postpartum Musculoskeletal Issues: Helping new mothers recover optimal musculoskeletal function and comfort in the postpartum period.
• Pregnancy-Related Musculoskeletal Pain: Supporting a healthier and more comfortable pregnancy by addressing biomechanical changes and associated pain.
• Geriatric Care (Mobility, Stiffness, Fall Prevention): Supporting active aging by addressing the specific musculoskeletal needs of seniors, enhancing their comfort and independence.

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

• Flexion-Distraction Therapy (e.g., Cox® Technic): A traction-based chiropractic technique aimed at increasing spinal motion and resolving disc bulges or herniations.
• Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT®): A gentle technique focusing on the relationship between the sacrum (base of the spine) and occiput (base of the skull), often using pelvic blocks and cranial work to restore nervous system function (practitioner certification dependent).
• 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.
• Thompson Drop-Table Technique: A gentle adjusting method using a specialized table with sections that drop slightly, allowing for precise adjustments with minimal force.
• Gonstead Technique: A highly specific and detailed approach to spinal analysis and adjustment.
• 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).

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

• If shoulder bursitis pain is impacting your daily life and preventing you from enjoying getting a full night's restful sleep, know that effective chiropractic care can help. Dr. Maryse focuses on achieving being able to sit for longer periods comfortably, whether for work or leisure so you can engage in the things you love again.
• Experience the significant benefit of turning their head fully and comfortably again, making driving and daily tasks easier if you're dealing with shoulder pain when reaching up high. Dr. Maryse helps patients regain their ability to fully participate in activities like motorcycle rides through focused and gentle chiropractic treatments.
• Dr. Maryse understands how frustrating painful elbow joint can be. By aiming for a better understanding of their condition and effective self-care strategies, chiropractic care can empower you to return to activities like your yoga and Pilates practice with renewed confidence.
• Dr. Maryse frequently helps people find solutions for the limitations imposed by a nagging sports injury that wasn't healing right. The common goal is finding lasting solutions after trying many other approaches without success, enabling a confident return to valued life activities, for instance, comfortably reading a good book for hours without neck or shoulder pain, with greater comfort and ease.

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

Centre Chiropratique Chartrand is situated in the Downtown Saint-Jérôme, within the Saint-Antoine Sector neighborhood. The clinic is conveniently located near Vieille Gare (Museum) and is accessible via exo (Secteur Laurentides - Bus). Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

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

In all provinces, chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals, meaning 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, so it is advisable to check the specifics of your individual insurance policy.

What is chiropractic care and how can it help me?

Chiropractic is a healthcare profession focused on diagnosing, treating, and preventing disorders of the neuromusculoskeletal system, primarily the spine, and their effects on overall health. Chiropraticiens use hands-on spinal manipulation (adjustments) and other manual therapies, as well as exercise, and lifestyle counseling, to relieve pain, restore function, and support your body's natural ability to heal. It can help with issues like back pain, neck pain, headaches, and joint problems in your arms or legs.

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 pay out-of-pocket or use private insurance. Care received in a hospital setting is extremely rare and typically not the standard for chiropractic care. It is important to verify your private insurance coverage for chiropractic services.

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

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

What are Centre Chiropratique Chartrand's operating hours?

Centre Chiropratique Chartrand is typically open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with some early morning or evening appointments available on select days. We may also offer Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Please call our office or check our website for the most current hours and practitioner availability.

Do chiropractors only treat back pain?

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

Centre Chiropratique Chartrand
760, boul. Des Laurentides
Saint-Jérôme, QC J7Z 4M5

Phone: (450) 565-1525

Dr. Rob Cormack 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.