Dr. Yan Gautron

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

Specific Populations & Injury Types

• Geriatric Care (Mobility, Stiffness, Fall Prevention): Chiropractic care focused on maintaining quality of life for older adults through pain management and functional improvement.
• Postpartum Musculoskeletal Issues: Helping new mothers recover optimal musculoskeletal function and comfort in the postpartum period.
• Pediatric Musculoskeletal Conditions (e.g., Growing Pains, Postural Concerns): Supporting healthy growth and addressing common childhood musculoskeletal complaints through safe and modified chiropractic approaches.
• Sports Injuries (Acute & Overuse): Comprehensive care for athletes of all levels, including accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and targeted rehabilitation to ensure a safe and timely return to sport and prevent re-injury.

General Musculoskeletal & Systemic Conditions

• Myofascial Pain Syndrome / Trigger Points: Management of myofascial pain through various soft tissue techniques and corrective exercises.
• Scoliosis (Functional & Pain Management): Chiropractic strategies to help alleviate discomfort and improve spinal mechanics in cases of functional scoliosis or pain related to structural scoliosis.

Back & Spine Conditions

• Spinal Stenosis (Cervical or Lumbar - Symptomatic): Conservative management options for symptomatic spinal stenosis, aiming to reduce nerve compression and improve mobility and comfort.
• 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.
• Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) / Spondylosis: Managing the symptoms of degenerative disc disease and spondylosis to help maintain mobility, reduce pain, and improve quality of life.
• Mid-Back Pain (Thoracic Spine Pain / Interscapular Pain): Addressing the causes of thoracic spine pain, including joint dysfunction and muscular imbalances, to improve comfort and mobility.

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

• Kinesiology Taping / Athletic Taping: Application of elastic therapeutic tape (e.g., Kinesio Tape®) or rigid athletic tape to support joints, reduce pain, manage swelling, facilitate or inhibit muscle function.
• Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Rehabilitation: Helping you recover from MVA-related injuries with a tailored treatment plan.
• Custom Foot Orthotic Assessment & Prescription: Biomechanical assessment of your feet and gait, followed by casting or scanning for custom-made foot orthotics to address foot, ankle, knee, hip, or back pain related to foot mechanics.
• Concussion Management & Rehabilitation: Assessment, management, and rehabilitation protocols for concussion, focusing on musculoskeletal components, cervicogenic dizziness, and a safe return to activity (requires specialized training).
• Nutritional & Lifestyle Counselling: Holistic advice to empower you to make positive changes for better health.
• Sports Injury Management & Performance Optimization: Helping athletes of all levels recover from injury and achieve their performance goals.

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

• Dr. Yan frequently helps people find solutions for the limitations imposed by feeling 'jammed up' in my spine. The common goal is feeling lasting relief from chronic shoulder discomfort and clicking, enabling a confident return to valued life activities, for instance, performing your physically demanding job duties, with greater comfort and ease.
• Imagine being able to swimming laps at the community pool without whiplash from a car accident holding you back. Dr. Yan 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.
• Overcoming a nagging sports injury that wasn't healing right to achieve waking up feeling more rested and with less morning stiffness and resume standing and walking comfortably while attending concerts and live events is a common success story at Dr. Yan's practice. Personalized care makes a real difference.
• Many individuals visit Dr. Yan because they are tired of dealing with my knee feeling unstable or giving way. Through a personalized chiropractic care plan, they often find they can achieve turning their head fully and comfortably again, making driving and daily tasks easier and get back to enjoying important activities like skiing/snowboarding all day on the slopes.

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

Centre Chiropratique du Village is situated in the Sainte-Rose neighborhood of Laval, QC. The clinic is conveniently located near Carrefour Laval (Mall) and is easily accessible via the Société de transport de Laval (STL). Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

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

In chiropractic, a 'vertebral subluxation' or 'joint restriction' (also sometimes called a joint dysfunction) refers to a spinal or extremity joint that has lost its normal position or motion. This can irritate surrounding nerves, muscles, and other tissues, potentially leading to pain, inflammation, reduced mobility, or other symptoms. The goal of a chiropractic adjustment is to correct these restrictions and restore proper joint function.

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. Chiropractors 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. Gautron, are also certified in the Webster Technique, a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment for pregnant women.

Do chiropractors only treat back pain?

It's a common misconception that chiropractors only deal with back problems. In reality, we treat a broad array of conditions affecting the body's structure and function. If you have pain or dysfunction in any joint or muscle, from your jaw to your toes, a Chiropraticien may be able to help.

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

Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) does not cover chiropractic services performed in private clinics. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Care in hospital settings is extremely rare for chiropractic care, and coverage varies. It is important to verify your specific insurance plan and coverage details.

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

Chiropractors in Quebec are primary contact healthcare professionals, meaning you can schedule an appointment directly without a referral from a medical doctor. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a doctor's referral for reimbursement purposes. It's advisable to check with your insurance provider for specific requirements.

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.

Centre Chiropratique du Village
184, boul. Sainte-Rose
Laval, QC H7L 1L4

Phone: (450) 628-8500 | Website: http://www.ccdv.ca

Dr. Sarbdeep Wadhwa 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.