Florian Blache – Physiotherapist | Bromont, QC

Florian Blache is a dedicated Physiothérapeute practicing at Kinatex A+ Physio Bromont in Bromont, QC. Florian is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care that aligns with the standards set by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ). His approach combines a thorough assessment with tailored treatment plans to address a wide range of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, helping patients recover function, enhance mobility, and manage pain effectively. Florian's focus is on supporting active individuals, athletes, and those seeking to regain performance and prevent future injuries.

With a comprehensive understanding of the demands of performance and athletic pursuits, Florian specializes in rehabilitating sports injuries, optimizing movement patterns, and enhancing strength and stability. His clinical philosophy emphasizes evidence-based practices, injury prevention, and long-term wellness. Florian works with older children (5+), adolescents, adults, and seniors, creating personalized strategies to help each patient achieve their performance goals and improve their overall quality of life.

Florian completed his degree in Physiotherapy and has accumulated valuable clinical experience in orthopedic, musculoskeletal, and neurological physiotherapy. He is dedicated to ongoing professional development, staying current with the latest techniques and research to ensure his patients receive the most effective and innovative care. Fluent in French, Florian communicates clearly and compassionately, fostering a collaborative environment for optimal recovery and performance enhancement.

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

Post Surgical

• Post-Shoulder Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Rotator Cuff Repair, Labral Repair, Stabilization, Replacement): Restoring your ability to perform daily tasks, work, and recreational activities by addressing pain, stiffness, and weakness after your shoulder surgery.
• Post-Spinal Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Discectomy, Laminectomy, Fusion - with surgeon clearance): A carefully managed and individualized physiotherapy program to help you regain confidence in your spine, improve functional capacity, and prevent future issues after spinal surgery.
• Post-Hip Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Hip Arthroplasty - THA/PHA): Physiotherapy rehabilitation after total or partial hip replacement surgery, aimed at restoring mobility, strength, balance, and improving your gait pattern, allowing you to perform daily activities safely and effectively.
• Post-Knee Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Knee Arthroplasty - TKA/PKA): Comprehensive post-operative recovery guidance following knee replacement, including exercises, manual therapy, and education to ensure you achieve your best possible function.

Back Neck Pain

• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Back or neck pain that often radiates into an arm or leg, potentially with numbness, tingling, weakness, or burning sensations, due to a spinal disc problem (herniation, protrusion, or bulge) compressing or irritating a nearby nerve root (radiculopathy). Sciatica specifically refers to radicular pain down the leg.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Symptoms resulting from a whiplash injury, which can vary in severity (WAD Grades I-III) and duration, requiring a comprehensive physiotherapy approach for recovery.

Concussion

• Concussion / Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) & Post-Concussion Syndrome: Physiotherapy management of acute and persistent symptoms of a concussion, including addressing associated neck pain/dysfunction (cervicogenic component), vestibular (balance/dizziness) issues, oculomotor (eye movement) problems, and exertional intolerance.

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

• Balance Training & Falls Prevention Programs: Specific training programs to enhance your sense of body position, improve your reaction times to unexpected balance disturbances, and build confidence in your ability to move safely in various environments.
• Therapeutic Heat Application: Application of therapeutic heat to prepare tissues for exercise, manual therapy, or stretching, or to manage chronic muscle soreness and joint stiffness.
• Neurological Rehabilitation (e.g., Stroke, MS, Parkinson's, Acquired Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury): Evidence-based neurological rehabilitation focused on harnessing neuroplasticity, motor learning principles, and task-specific training to help regain lost skills and adapt to new ways of moving.
• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: A non-invasive electrotherapy modality aimed at reducing pain, muscle guarding, or swelling, and sometimes used for muscle strengthening, as part of your physiotherapy treatment.
• Other Electrotherapy Applications (e.g., NMES, FES): Utilizing electrophysical agents as an adjunct to your physiotherapy treatments to aid recovery, improve muscle function, manage pain, or reduce swelling, tailored to your specific condition.
• 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.

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

• Florian frequently assists patients in overcoming the effects of persistent dizziness that isn't a spinning vertigo but makes me feel unsteady. A carefully designed physiotherapy program, potentially including specialized manual techniques and progressive exercises, targets enjoying cycling or swimming regularly without pain or limitation and supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like returning to dancing, whether it's ballet, salsa, or just for fun.
• Florian believes that everyone deserves to move well and feel their best. If tendonitis pain flaring up in my shoulder, knee, elbow, or foot is hindering your ability to giving presentations or speaking publicly with confidence and good posture, a personalized plan focusing on feeling more resilient and less vulnerable to minor strains or injuries can make all the difference.
• Many individuals seek help from Florian, their physiotherapist, when recovering from surgery to my hand or wrist starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve waking up feeling more refreshed with considerably less pain and stiffness, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like maintaining your balance and stability while walking on uneven ground or trails.

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

Florian practices at Kinatex A+ Physio Bromont, situated in a modern clinic in the central Bromont neighborhood. The facility is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access comprehensive care. The clinic is well-connected via local public transit routes, allowing easy transportation for those using buses or other transit options. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?

Manual therapy refers to specialized hands-on techniques used by a Physiothérapeute to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. This can include joint mobilization (gentle, rhythmic gliding movements), joint manipulation (skilled, high-velocity, low-amplitude thrusts, where appropriate and within the therapist's scope and with your consent), various soft tissue mobilization techniques (like massage, myofascial release, trigger point release), and neural mobilization (gentle techniques to improve nerve movement). The primary goals are to reduce pain, improve range of motion, restore optimal joint mechanics, reduce muscle tension, and enhance tissue repair and function.

What are Kinatex A+ Physio Bromont'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 (450) 536-2323 or check our website at www.kinatex.ca/bromont for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.

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

In Quebec, RAMQ generally does not cover physiotherapy services provided in private clinics. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC might be covered if meeting specific criteria, but for most private outpatient physiotherapy, coverage is limited. Patients are advised to verify their private insurance plans for potential reimbursement and to consult RAMQ for eligibility details.

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

A Physiothérapeute holds a university master's degree in physiotherapy and is authorized to perform assessments, establish diagnoses, and create treatment plans. A Technologue en physiothérapie holds a college diploma and works under the supervision of a physiotherapist or physician, applying prescribed treatments, guiding exercises, and monitoring progress without diagnosing or independently creating plans. Both are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

I have private health insurance. How does that work with physiotherapy payments?

Many private insurance plans offer full or partial coverage for physiotherapy services. It is recommended to contact your insurer beforehand to understand your coverage limits, co-payments, and whether a referral is required. If your plan allows direct billing, Florian's clinic can often bill your insurer directly, reducing your out-of-pocket expenses. Please bring your insurance details to your appointment.

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

In Quebec, patients can generally see a Physiothérapeute directly without a referral, known as direct access. However, some private insurance plans may require a physician's referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check your individual insurance policy before your first visit.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

The goal of physiotherapy is to reduce pain and improve function. Some mild discomfort during certain techniques or exercises is normal, but your Physiothérapeute will work within your tolerance and communicate clearly. If you experience significant pain, inform your therapist immediately so adjustments can be made for your comfort.

Kinatex A+ Physio Bromont
82, Boulevard de Bromont, # D101
Bromont, QC J2L 2K3

Phone: (514) 224-0076

Florian Blache 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.