Félix Doucet-Carrière – Physiotherapist | Rosemère, QC

Félix Doucet-Carrière is a dedicated Physiothérapeute. Practicing at FC Physiothérapie in Rosemère, QC, Félix is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) standards. With a focus on addressing a wide range of musculoskeletal and vestibular conditions, Félix strives to help patients regain their mobility, reduce pain, and improve overall quality of life. His approach emphasizes personalized treatment plans tailored to each individual's needs, ensuring effective and safe recovery processes.

Félix’s expertise encompasses the assessment and treatment of conditions such as acute injuries, chronic pain, arthritis, and post-operative rehabilitation. He also offers specialized care for dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders caused by inner ear or central vestibular system issues. Serving older children (5+), adolescents, adults, and seniors, Félix aims to support all age groups in achieving optimal physical function through evidence-based physiotherapy practices. His ongoing professional development ensures he remains current with the latest techniques and research in physiotherapy.

Guided by a collaborative and patient-centered philosophy, Félix works closely with individuals to set realistic goals and develop effective strategies for recovery. His practice is rooted in a strong commitment to evidence-based care, continuous learning, and respectful communication. Félix is fluent in French and English, allowing him to effectively serve a diverse patient population in Rosemère and surrounding communities.

Félix Doucet-Carrière provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Vestibular Balance

• Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD / 3PD): Vestibular rehabilitation therapy, including habituation exercises, sensory re-weighting, and balance training, often as part of a multidisciplinary approach (which may include medication or CBT), for managing the symptoms of PPPD/3PD.
• General Balance Deficits and Increased Fall Risk: Comprehensive balance assessment by a Physiotherapist to identify underlying causes of unsteadiness, followed by targeted exercise programs and strategies to help you stay steady on your feet.
• Vestibular Hypofunction (Unilateral or Bilateral): Individualized exercise programs including gaze stabilization exercises (e.g., VORx1, VORx2), habituation exercises (for motion sensitivity), and balance retraining to improve function when the vestibular system is impaired.
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Resolving the spinning sensations caused by BPPV quickly and effectively through targeted canalith repositioning techniques, often providing immediate relief.

Back Neck Pain

• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): A range of neck and related symptoms including pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and sometimes arm pain or cognitive difficulties, following a rapid acceleration-deceleration injury to the neck, most typically from a motor vehicle accident.
• Postural Back/Neck Pain: A common cause of persistent back and neck pain due to the cumulative strain of prolonged sitting, standing, or performing tasks in non-ideal positions.
• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Often age-related changes leading to pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots, causing pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs with walking (neurogenic claudication in lumbar stenosis) or in the arms/hands (cervical stenosis).

Common Msk

• Knee Pain (e.g., Patellofemoral Syndrome, Meniscal Issues - conservative, Ligament Sprains): Aching, sharp pain, a feeling of the knee 'giving way', or difficulty fully bending or straightening your knee.
• Wrist and Hand Pain (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain's Tenosynovitis, Strains): Symptoms in your hand or wrist that impact your ability to perform your job, hobbies, or essential self-care tasks, addressed by specialized hand physiotherapy.
• Muscle Strains and Tears: Damage or tearing of muscle fibers, ranging from a mild overstretch (Grade 1 strain) to a partial or complete rupture (Grade 2 or 3 tear), typically caused by sudden forceful contraction, excessive stretch, or direct trauma.

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

• 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.
• Geriatric Physiotherapy & Seniors' Health: Helping older adults stay active, mobile, independent, and confident in their physical abilities through compassionate and evidence-based physiotherapy.
• Rehabilitation for Age-Related Deconditioning & Loss of Autonomy: Comprehensive support for improving performance in activities of daily living (e.g., dressing, bathing, transferring, cooking) and rebuilding physical confidence and independence in older adults.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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

• When dealing with ongoing pain and stiffness after a car accident, like whiplash is limiting your lifestyle and preventing you from doing simply being able to get through a workday without constant pain interruptions, physiotherapy with Félix can help you work towards learning specific exercises that provide ongoing relief and maintain their progress. The aim is to restore optimal function so you can comfortably and safely return to the things you love.
• Living with sharp pain shooting down my leg, feeling a lot like sciatica doesn't have to be your norm. Félix applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards restoring normal movement patterns essential for everyday tasks, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of keeping up with your team during our weekly soccer match.
• Many individuals seek help from Félix, their physiotherapist, when experiencing discomfort, back pain, or pelvic girdle pain during or after pregnancy starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve a return to intimacy without the fear of pain or discomfort, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like managing the physical demands of your job without constant pain.

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

Félix's practice at FC Physiothérapie is situated in a modern clinic nestled in the central Rosemère neighborhood of Rosemère. The facility is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access after appointments. The clinic is accessible via several local public transit routes, ensuring convenient transportation options for a wide range of patients. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

Is there parking available at or near FC Physiothérapie?

Yes, there is ample free patient parking available directly in front of and beside our building. Look for the designated patient spots.

Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?

This is very individual and depends on many factors. After your comprehensive initial assessment, your Physiothérapeute will be able to give you a better idea of the anticipated number of sessions and the frequency of visits needed to achieve your specific goals. We believe in open communication and will regularly review your progress with you, adjusting the treatment plan as you improve and as needed.

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

In general, physiotherapy services provided in private clinics are not covered directly by RAMQ. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Some public coverage may be available if the care is received within a hospital or CLSC meeting specific criteria. It is advisable to verify coverage with RAMQ and check your private insurance plans for reimbursement options.

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

Patients in Quebec can typically see a Physiothérapeute 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 recommended to check with your insurance provider before your first appointment.

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 diagnoses, and develop treatment plans. A Technologue en physiothérapie has a college diploma focused on technical application, assisting the physiotherapist by implementing treatment plans, helping with exercises, and reporting progress to the supervising professional.

FC Physiothérapie
358, Chemin de la Grande-Côte
Rosemère, QC J7A 1K6

Phone: (514) 625-2803 | Website: fcphysiotherapie.com

Félix Doucet-Carrière 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.