About
Emmanuelle Côté is a dedicated Physiotherapy Technologist (Phys. T.). Practicing at Kinatex Saint-Eustache in Saint-Eustache, QC, Emmanuelle is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) standards. Emmanuelle plays a vital role in assisting in the implementation of treatment plans prescribed by physiotherapists or physicians, guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, and applying various treatment modalities to support recovery and functional improvement. Her approach emphasizes personalized care, ensuring each patient receives tailored interventions to meet their specific needs.
With a focus on adult patients, Emmanuelle leverages her expertise to help individuals regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve their overall physical function. Her clinical practice is rooted in evidence-based techniques, and she actively collaborates with her colleagues to optimize patient outcomes. Emmanuelle’s dedication to ongoing professional development ensures she stays current with advancements in physiotherapy practices, enhancing her ability to deliver effective and safe treatments.
Emmanuelle’s practice philosophy centers on a collaborative approach, working closely with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. She adopts a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. Emmanuelle is fluent in French and English, allowing her to effectively communicate with a diverse patient population and provide comprehensive care tailored to each person's language preferences.
Emmanuelle Côté provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
Common Msk
- Shoulder Pain (e.g., Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy, Impingement, Frozen Shoulder/Adhesive Capsulitis): Difficulty with activities like reaching for objects, dressing, personal care, or carrying items due to underlying shoulder issues, which physiotherapy can help diagnose and treat.
- Ankle Sprains and Instability: Common ankle injuries causing acute pain, persistent swelling, and instability, significantly affecting your ability to walk, run, or participate in sports.
- Knee Pain (e.g., Patellofemoral Syndrome, Meniscal Issues - conservative, Ligament Sprains): Common knee complaints that can affect your ability to walk, climb stairs, squat, run, or participate in sports, addressed through a tailored physiotherapy program.
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Emmanuelle can assess your needs.
- Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: Ultrasound therapy as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, often used to prepare tissues for manual therapy or exercise, or to manage acute and chronic soft tissue injuries.
- Core Stability & Strengthening Training: A progressive program designed to build a strong and stable core, improving your body's foundation for all movements and reducing strain on other structures.
- Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation and Performance: Progressive resistance training programs designed by your Physiotherapist to improve muscle performance, support joint health, and enhance functional capacity for daily life or sport.
- Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: A carefully selected set of exercises specific to your condition and abilities, aimed at restoring function, reducing pain, improving movement, and preventing future issues.
- General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: A progressive approach to rebuilding your physical condition, allowing for a safe return to daily activities, work demands, and hobbies you enjoy.
- Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Guided stretching routines and flexibility exercises prescribed by your Physiotherapist, aimed at improving your range of motion, reducing muscle tightness or stiffness, and enhancing overall movement quality.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Emmanuelle. 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 professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).
At Kinatex Saint-Eustache, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Emmanuelle frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- Living with my child walking on their toes most of the time doesn't have to be your norm. Emmanuelle applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards a safe and confident return to their favorite sport or recreational activity, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of attending your favorite yoga and pilates classes without limitation.
- Discover how physiotherapy with Emmanuelle can help you move beyond numbness, tingling, or weakness in my hands, arms, feet, or legs. The focus is on reduced swelling and inflammation in injured areas, enabling a joyful return to the activities you love, such as pushing a stroller or shopping cart without difficulty.
- With Emmanuelle's help, managing knee pain, especially when going up/down stairs or after a run to achieve seeing their child achieve developmental milestones with greater ease (for pediatric physio) becomes a clear journey, allowing patients to confidently re-engage with life and activities like participating in water aerobics or other pool-based exercises.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Emmanuelle, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Emmanuelle practices at Kinatex Saint-Eustache, situated in a modern clinic located in the heart of the Saint-Eustache neighborhood. This private enterprise (consultant en santé et sécurité du travail, ergonomie, etc.) offers a welcoming environment for patients seeking physiotherapy services. The clinic is conveniently positioned near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access care. It is well connected via local public transit routes, ensuring accessibility for those using public transportation. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.
- What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?
- In physiotherapy, manual therapy encompasses a range of 'hands-on' interventions. Your Physiotherapy Technologist may use these techniques to help reduce your pain, increase joint movement, relax tight muscles, or improve the mobility of your nerves. Common approaches include joint glides, sustained pressures, specific soft tissue massage, and, when indicated, joint manipulations. It's a key part of helping your body move better.
- What is the difference between a Physiotherapist (Physiothérapeute) and a Physiotherapy Technologist (Technologue en physiothérapie) in Quebec?
- A Physiothérapeute in Quebec has completed master's level university education, granting them the autonomy to assess patients, make a physiotherapy diagnosis, and develop comprehensive treatment plans. They can also perform certain advanced procedures if they have the required additional qualifications. A Technologue en physiothérapie, on the other hand, has a college diploma (DEC) focused on the technical application of physiotherapy treatments. They play a crucial role in delivering care by implementing treatment plans designed by a physiotherapist or physician, assisting patients with their exercises, applying modalities, and reporting progress back to the supervising professional.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapy Technologist in QC?
- In Quebec, patients can typically access physiotherapy services 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 with your insurance provider before your appointment to confirm coverage details.
- Is physiotherapy covered by the Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC?
- Generally, RAMQ does not cover physiotherapy services in private clinics. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC may be covered if meeting specific criteria. Always verify your eligibility with RAMQ and review your private insurance coverage for physiotherapy services.
- What should I do if my condition seems to worsen after a physiotherapy session?
- If you experience a significant increase in pain, new neurological symptoms, or if soreness persists beyond 48 hours, contact Emmanuelle or your healthcare provider promptly. They can assess your condition and adjust your treatment plan as necessary.
- What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?
- Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession focused on improving movement, reducing pain, and enhancing overall function. A Physiotherapy Technologist uses evidence-based techniques, including manual therapy and targeted exercises, to assess and treat injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, and physical impairments, helping patients regain mobility and quality of life.
- Is there anything specific I should bring to my first physiotherapy appointment?
- For your first appointment, bring your provincial health card, any relevant medical reports or imaging results, a list of medications, and your private insurance information if applicable. Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement assessments.
Kinatex Saint-Eustache
375, Avenue Mathers, # 170
Saint-Eustache, QC J7P 4C1
Phone: (450) 431-6202
Emmanuelle Côté is regulated by the Code des professions and Professional Integration Arrangement for physiotherapists in QC and is a member of the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).
Registration can be verified with the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).
Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.