Émilie Jobin

Émilie Jobin provides skilled Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Respiratory Allergy Immune

• Common Cold, Flu & Viral Infections (Prevention & Accelerated Recovery): Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies, including preventative acupuncture and immune-boosting herbs, to help strengthen the body's resistance to colds and flu. For active infections, TCM aims to accelerate recovery by expelling pathogens (Wind, Cold, Heat, Damp), relieving symptoms like fever, chills, sore throat, cough, body aches, and fatigue.
• Asthma, Chronic Bronchitis & Cough (Supportive TCM Care): Acupuncture and herbal medicine as a supportive and complementary approach to manage asthma and chronic bronchitis symptoms by strengthening Lung Qi and Wei Qi, resolving phlegm and dampness, descending rebellious Lung Qi to calm wheezing and cough, and tonifying Kidney Qi to grasp the Lung Qi.

Mental Emotional Sleep

• Addiction Support (e.g., Smoking Cessation, Substance Cravings - NADA Protocol): Natural and effective aid to assist individuals in their journey to overcome addictive behaviors and reduce reliance on harmful substances.
• Depression, Low Mood & Mood Swings (Supportive TCM Care): Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies, including acupuncture and herbal medicine, as a supportive and complementary approach to manage symptoms of mild to moderate depression, persistent low mood, and emotional lability by regulating neurotransmitter balance indirectly, moving stagnant Qi, and nourishing deficient substances like Blood or Yin.
• Insomnia & Various Sleep Disorders (e.g., Difficulty Falling/Staying Asleep, Dream-Disturbed Sleep): Acupuncture, herbal formulas, and lifestyle advice to address different types of sleep disturbances by harmonizing Yin and Yang, calming the mind, anchoring the Shen, and resolving underlying TCM patterns such as Heart Fire, Liver Qi Stagnation disturbing the Hun, Spleen Qi Deficiency leading to overthinking, or Kidney Yin Deficiency with empty heat.

Other Common

• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME) & Adrenal Fatigue Support (TCM): Acupuncture, moxibustion, and tonifying herbal therapies to address the profound exhaustion and complex symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome by strengthening Spleen Qi, nourishing Kidney Essence (Yin and Yang), resolving Dampness, and calming the Shen.
• Supportive Care During & After Cancer Treatments (Chemotherapy/Radiation Side Effects): Acupuncture, moxibustion, and gentle herbal therapies to help manage common side effects of conventional cancer treatments, such as nausea, vomiting, fatigue, pain, neuropathy, dry mouth, insomnia, and anxiety, thereby improving quality of life and treatment tolerance. (Always in coordination with primary oncology care).
• Bell's Palsy & Facial Paralysis Recovery: Early and consistent TCM intervention to maximize functional recovery and minimize residual facial weakness or asymmetry.

This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. TCM diagnosis is based on individual patterns, so if your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Émilie can assess your needs.

• Cupping Therapy (Fire Cupping, Sliding Cupping, Stationary Cupping): Application of glass, bamboo, or silicone cups to the skin to create suction (often via heat/fire for glass cups, or a pump for others). This technique helps to relieve muscle tension, improve blood and Qi flow, reduce local inflammation, release toxins, open pores, and treat respiratory conditions or musculoskeletal pain.
• Gua Sha (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization - TCM): Instrument-assisted unidirectional press-stroking of the skin to break up stagnation, improve local circulation, alleviate pain, stiffness, and fever, and promote lymphatic drainage.
• Tui Na (Chinese Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork): Therapeutic massage techniques integrated with acupressure, joint mobilization, and stretching to address pain, tension, stress, and promote overall physical and energetic well-being.
• Acupressure & Meridian Therapy: A non-invasive TCM technique that uses manual pressure on acupoints to address various health concerns, often taught for self-care or used as part of a broader TCM treatment.
• TCM Observation & Palpation Diagnosis: Utilizing traditional TCM observational skills (Wang) and palpation (Qie - beyond just pulse) to gather diagnostic clues about your underlying pattern of imbalance.
• Moxibustion (Moxa Therapy): A warming therapy using various forms of moxa (e.g., moxa sticks, cones, moxa boxes) to promote circulation, relieve pain (especially cold-type pain like arthritis), boost immunity, and enhance the effects of acupuncture treatment.
• Comprehensive TCM Health Assessment & Pattern Diagnosis: An extensive assessment exploring your main health concerns through the holistic lens of TCM, including detailed questioning, tongue and pulse diagnosis, and observation of physical signs to determine the root cause of disharmony and guide treatment.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Émilie, or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.

All services are provided in accordance with the scope of practice for Registered Acupuncturists in QC and the standards set by The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

At Physiothérapie Universelle (Pierre-Boucher), Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health, well-being, and daily activities. Émilie frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Émilie believes in a partnership with patients. When wanting to support my body's natural detoxification processes arises, a collaborative TCM plan targets reduced inflammation throughout the body, as indicated by symptoms or markers, enabling a more active lifestyle including enjoying meals without digestive discomfort, bloating, or subsequent fatigue.
• Émilie frequently assists patients in overcoming a general feeling of being 'off' or 'out of balance' energetically using TCM principles. A carefully designed treatment plan, targeting noticeable improvement in digestive comfort, with significantly less bloating, gas, or abdominal pain, supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like having the consistent energy and motivation to pursue creative outlets, learning, or personal passions.
• If seasonal allergies (hay fever) making me sneeze, congested, and miserable is affecting your ability to participate in traveling more comfortably without being plagued by motion sickness, digestive upset, or travel-related anxiety, Émilie's TCM approach aims for improved mental focus, concentration, and cognitive clarity as overall health and energy improve, helping you to regain your stride.
• By addressing the root energetic imbalances related to frequent colds, feeling like my immune system is weak, or taking a long time to recover from illness, Émilie helps patients work towards a profound sense of relaxation, calm, and overall well-being following treatments, facilitating a return to cherished activities like participating in hobbies and social events without pain, anxiety, or fatigue holding them back.

Your personalized TCM treatment plan, developed with Émilie, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives using a holistic and time-tested approach.

Émilie practices at Physiothérapie Universelle (Pierre-Boucher), situated in the Vieux-Longueuil (Longueuil West) neighborhood of Longueuil. The clinic is conveniently located near Parc Michel-Chartrand and is easily accessible via the Réseau de transport de Longueuil (RTL). Our clinic offers a serene environment conducive to healing, with metered and paid parking lots usually available in the vicinity, ensuring a comfortable visit for every patient.

Are Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine services covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC?

Acupuncture and TCM services provided by a Registered Acupuncteur (R.Ac) or Registered TCM Practitioner (R.TCMP) in a private clinic are generally NOT covered by provincial health plans like Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket for these services. It is strongly recommended to check your private or extended health insurance plans, as many offer coverage for services rendered by registered practitioners. Coverage levels vary significantly depending on your plan.

Does acupuncture hurt? Are the needles safe?

Acupuncture needles are extremely fine, sterile, and single-use, often not much thicker than a human hair, making their insertion usually painless or feeling like a tiny prick—much less intense than a typical injection. Once inserted, you may feel sensations such as a dull ache, warmth, tingling, a slight pressure, or heaviness; these are positive signs that Qi is being affected. Most patients find acupuncture to be very relaxing. Registered practitioners only use sterile, disposable needles to ensure safety. Always communicate with your acupuncturist if discomfort occurs.

What are Qi and Meridians in TCM?

**Qi** is the vital energy or life force that animates the body, maintaining health when flowing smoothly and sufficiently. **Meridians** are channels that carry Qi and Blood throughout the body, connecting organs and tissues. Blockages, deficiencies, or excess in these channels can cause illness or pain. Acupuncture aims to restore the proper flow of Qi within these meridians to promote healing and balance.

What is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and how can a Registered Acupuncturist help?

Traditional Chinese Medicine is a holistic health system rooted in ancient principles. A Registered Acupuncturist assesses your overall health through tongue and pulse diagnosis, identifying patterns of imbalance. Treatments may include acupuncture, herbal formulas (if qualified as an R.TCMP), cupping, moxibustion, and lifestyle advice to help restore harmony and support your body's natural healing abilities.

Is TCM and Acupuncture suitable for children or the elderly?

Yes, both children and seniors can benefit from TCM and acupuncture when administered by qualified practitioners. For children, techniques are gentle, including non-needle methods like Shonishin, acupressure, or very fine needles if appropriate. Herbal dosages are adjusted for children. For seniors, treatments are tailored to individual health conditions, often focusing on chronic pain relief, mobility, energy, and vitality, always ensuring safety and comfort.

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

Patients in Quebec can typically consult a Registered Acupuncturist or TCM Practitioner directly without a physician's referral (known as direct access). However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check your insurance policy for specific requirements.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture involves inserting very fine, sterile needles into specific points called acupoints to stimulate Qi flow along meridians. This process can reduce pain, alleviate stress, improve sleep, regulate bodily functions, enhance immunity, and promote overall well-being by supporting the body's natural healing mechanisms.

Physiothérapie Universelle (Pierre-Boucher)
1615, Boulevard Jacques-Cartier E, bureau 270
Longueuil, QC, J4M 2X1

Phone: (888) 393-4175

Émilie Jobin is regulated by the Professional Code (Quebec) in QC and is a registered member of The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

Registration Number: A-006-24

Registration can typically be verified with The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are holistic therapies. It is recommended to also consult with your medical doctor for diagnosis of serious conditions and for emergency medical care. TCM can often complement conventional treatments effectively.