Felicia Mancuso – Physiotherapy Technologist | Côte-Saint-Luc, QC

Felicia Mancuso is a dedicated Physiotherapy Technologist (Phys. T.). Practicing at CENTRE GERIATRIQUE MAIMONIDES in Côte-Saint-Luc, QC, Felicia is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with the standards set by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ). Her role involves 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. Felicia's approach emphasizes a personalized and compassionate care experience, especially tailored for senior patients, to enhance their mobility, reduce pain, and improve overall well-being.
With a solid educational background and clinical experience, Felicia completed her diploma in Physiotherapy Technology and has developed a particular interest in therapeutic exercise instruction, modality application, and patient monitoring. She continually updates her skills through ongoing professional development and evidence-based practices, ensuring her interventions are both current and effective. Her expertise allows her to adapt treatments to each patient's unique needs, fostering an environment of trust and active participation in their recovery journey.
Felicia's practice philosophy centers on a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. She believes in empowering patients through clear education about their condition and practical strategies for self-management, aiming for lasting health benefits. Her commitment extends beyond individual treatments to promoting preventative care and long-term wellness within the Côte-Saint-Luc community. Felicia is fluent in English, French, and Italian, enabling her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations and provide culturally sensitive care.

Felicia Mancuso provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Common Msk

• Knee Pain (e.g., Patellofemoral Syndrome, Meniscal Issues - conservative, Ligament Sprains): Pain, swelling, clicking, locking, or instability in or around the knee joint from various causes like ligament sprains (e.g., ACL, MCL), meniscal tears (managed conservatively), or patellofemoral (kneecap) pain.
• Neck Pain and Stiffness: Discomfort, limited range of motion, and persistent tension in the cervical spine (neck), often related to posture, an injury, stress, or sleeping position.
• 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.
• Muscle Strains and Tears: Common injuries in active individuals, athletes, or resulting from accidents, leading to localized pain, swelling, bruising, and weakness in the affected muscle (e.g., hamstring, calf, quadriceps, groin, rotator cuff).

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

• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: The application of high-frequency sound waves by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to promote deep tissue heating, increase local blood flow, reduce pain, and facilitate the healing process in soft tissues like muscles, tendons, or ligaments.
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Evidence-based exercise programs designed by your physiotherapist, including instruction and progression, to optimize your recovery and enhance your physical well-being.
• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Personalized programs incorporating various stretching techniques (e.g., static, dynamic, PNF) to alleviate stiffness, increase tissue extensibility, and promote better posture.
• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Specialized workouts to enhance your core strength, stability, and endurance, which are crucial for injury prevention, back health, and efficient performance in daily activities and sports.
• 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.
• Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation and Performance: Targeted exercises using resistance (such as bodyweight, resistance bands, free weights, or gym equipment) to build muscle strength, power, and endurance, tailored to your specific rehabilitation needs or performance goals.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Felicia. 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 CENTRE GERIATRIQUE MAIMONIDES, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Felicia frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Patients often come to Felicia feeling defeated by shoulder pain that makes simple things like lifting my arm or reaching overhead difficult. With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving enhanced ability to participate in social and community events and resuming playing actively and roughhousing with your young kids or grandkids becomes a realistic and attainable goal.
• It's truly rewarding for Felicia to witness patients conquer my child walking on their toes most of the time and experience enhanced pelvic floor function and control (for relevant conditions). A tailored approach to physiotherapy, focusing on your specific needs, can make a significant difference in your ability to participate in doing household chores like vacuuming, mopping, or laundry without pain again.
• Tired of pain and difficulty with overhead movements like reaching into a cupboard interfering with participating in water aerobics or other pool-based exercises? Felicia uses a blend of physiotherapy techniques to help you achieve a better ability to cope with the physical stresses of daily life and regain your freedom of movement.

Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Felicia, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.

Felicia practices at CENTRE GERIATRIQUE MAIMONIDES, situated in a central clinic within the Côte-Saint-Luc neighborhood of Côte-Saint-Luc. This public healthcare facility is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access comprehensive care in one location. The clinic is well-connected via local public transit routes, ensuring accessible transportation options. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

What is the difference between a Physiotherapist (Physiothérapeute) and a Physiotherapy Technologist (Technologue en physiothérapie) in Quebec?

In Quebec, a Physiothérapeute (Physiotherapist) holds a university master's degree in physiotherapy. They are autonomous healthcare professionals authorized to perform patient assessments, establish a physiotherapy diagnosis, create and modify treatment plans, and apply a wide range of therapeutic interventions. This includes certain restricted activities if they hold the specific attestations (e.g., spinal manipulations, specific needle-based therapies). A Technologue en physiothérapie (Physiotherapy Technologist or Phys. T.) holds a college-level (CEGEP) diploma in physiotherapy technology. They work under the supervision of, or based on a treatment plan established by, a physiotherapist or a physician. Technologists apply prescribed treatment modalities, guide patients through exercises, monitor progress, and adapt interventions within the established plan, but they do not diagnose or independently create treatment plans. Both professions are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

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

In Quebec, physiotherapy coverage under RAMQ generally does not include private outpatient services. Patients often pay out-of-pocket or rely on private insurance. Care within public hospitals or CLSCs may be covered if specific criteria are met. It is advisable to verify eligibility directly with RAMQ and check with your private insurance provider for extended coverage options.

What are CENTRE GERIATRIQUE MAIMONIDES's operating hours?

Our clinic is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and some practitioners offer Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. However, hours can vary by practitioner and day, so please call our office at (514) 123-4567 or check our website for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

Physiotherapy should not be an ordeal of pain. While some discomfort or stretching sensations may occur during treatment, especially in the initial phases or when addressing acute injuries, it is rarely painful in a harmful way. Felicia will guide you through each step, adjusting treatments to your comfort level, with the goal of making you feel better and promoting recovery.

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

Patients in Quebec can typically access a Physiotherapy Technologist directly through a process called direct access, without requiring a physician’s referral. However, some private insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check with your insurance provider before your appointment to confirm their specific requirements.

CENTRE GERIATRIQUE MAIMONIDES
5795, Avenue Caldwell
Côte-Saint-Luc, QC H4W 1W3

Phone: (514) 483-2121

Felicia Mancuso 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.