About
Isabelle Lambert is a dedicated Physiothérapeute (Neurological Rehabilitation Focus). Practicing at CIUSSS DE L'ESTRIE in Cowansville, QC, Isabelle is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) standards. Her approach emphasizes understanding each patient’s unique needs, fostering a supportive environment where individuals feel empowered in their recovery journey. With a compassionate demeanor, Isabelle strives to help her patients regain independence, improve mobility, and manage symptoms effectively.
Specializing in neurological rehabilitation, Isabelle assists individuals in recovering function, improving mobility, managing symptoms, and enhancing quality of life after neurological events or conditions such as stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, Multiple Sclerosis, or Parkinson's Disease. She also focuses on the specific health needs of older adults, aiming to improve and maintain mobility, strength, and balance, while addressing age-related conditions like arthritis or osteoporosis. Her goal is to reduce fall risk and support her patients in leading more active, fulfilling lives, regardless of their age or health challenges.
With a solid foundation in physiotherapy, Isabelle completed her degree in Physiotherapy and has accumulated clinical experience that fuels her ongoing commitment to professional development. She has developed particular expertise in Neurological Physiotherapy and Geriatric Physiotherapy / Seniors’ Health, ensuring her methods are rooted in evidence-based practices. Isabelle believes in a collaborative, patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. She is fluent in English and French, facilitating clear communication and personalized care for diverse patient populations.
Isabelle Lambert provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
Geriatric
- Mobility Issues & Gait Disturbances in Seniors: Difficulty with walking (e.g., slow gait, shuffling, unsteadiness), transferring (e.g., getting in/out of a chair or bed), using stairs, or performing other daily mobility tasks due to age-related changes, chronic health conditions, deconditioning, or fear of falling.
- Age-Related Deconditioning / Frailty / Sarcopenia Management: A decline in physical function, muscle mass and strength (sarcopenia), and endurance commonly associated with aging or inactivity, sometimes leading to frailty, increased fall risk, and reduced ability to perform daily tasks independently.
Arthritis
- Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): Supportive physiotherapy for individuals with psoriatic arthritis, focusing on managing joint pain and swelling, maintaining range of motion and strength, improving function, and providing advice on activity modification and joint protection.
- Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS): Physiotherapy for ankylosing spondylitis focuses on maintaining spinal mobility and flexibility (especially extension), improving posture, strengthening core and back muscles, managing pain, and providing education on self-management and regular exercise.
- Gout (Management of Musculoskeletal Impairments): Supportive physiotherapy care for joint recovery and function after gout flares, focusing on restoring range of motion, reducing inflammation, and providing advice on joint protection and lifestyle factors.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) & Other Inflammatory Arthropathies: Tailored exercise programs (including range of motion, strengthening, and low-impact aerobic exercises), pain relief modalities, and education on joint protection techniques and energy conservation for individuals with RA or similar conditions.
Peripheral Nerve
- Nerve Entrapments / Compressions (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Sciatica, Meralgia Paresthetica): Physiotherapy for common nerve compression syndromes, including Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (wrist), Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (neck/shoulder), Sciatica (low back/buttock), or Meralgia Paresthetica (outer thigh). Treatment often includes manual therapy, nerve gliding exercises (neural mobilization), postural correction, ergonomic advice, and activity modification.
- Peripheral Neuropathy (e.g., Diabetic, Chemotherapy-Induced, Idiopathic): Addressing the physical consequences of nerve damage in the limbs through targeted exercises (e.g., for balance, strength, desensitization), sensory re-education, and advice on appropriate footwear or assistive devices.
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Isabelle can assess your needs.
- Patient Education & Self-Management Strategies: Educating you about your diagnosis, expected recovery timeline (prognosis), and the reasons behind your treatment plan to encourage active participation in your healing.
- Functional Movement Screening (FMS™/SFMA™ if certified): Identifying inefficient or compensatory movement patterns that could be contributing to your pain or hindering your physical performance.
- Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Assessment: Detailed physical assessment of your joints, muscles, nerves, and movement patterns to identify the root cause of your symptoms and guide your treatment.
- Neurological Rehabilitation (e.g., Stroke, MS, Parkinson's, Acquired Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury): Comprehensive physiotherapy programs designed to maximize quality of life and functional abilities for individuals with conditions like stroke (CVA), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson's disease, traumatic or acquired brain injury (TBI/ABI), or incomplete spinal cord injury (SCI).
- Postural Assessment and Correction: Helping you understand how your posture impacts your musculoskeletal health and providing you with tools for lasting postural improvement and pain relief.
- Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) for Dizziness, Vertigo & Balance Disorders: Helping you overcome dizziness, vertigo, and unsteadiness with targeted vestibular exercises and strategies, enabling you to return to daily activities with greater stability and comfort.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Isabelle. 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 CIUSSS DE L'ESTRIE, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Isabelle frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- Discover how physiotherapy with Isabelle can help you move beyond recurrent dislocations or a feeling of instability in my shoulder or knee. The focus is on less reliance on pain medication, trusting more in their body's ability to heal and function, enabling a joyful return to the activities you love, such as driving for longer periods without neck or back pain.
- Many find that recovering from a painful and limiting work-related injury (WCB/CNESST/WorkSafe claim) significantly impacts their ability to being able to carry your baby or toddler without straining your back or arms. Isabelle helps patients target feeling a substantial improvement in their mobility and range of motion for easier movement with physiotherapy, making a return to these activities possible.
- When trouble with a constantly stiff and sore neck, making turning my head a pain is limiting your lifestyle and preventing you from doing getting back to cycling for leisure or commuting, physiotherapy with Isabelle can help you work towards waking up feeling more refreshed with considerably less pain and stiffness. The aim is to restore optimal function so you can comfortably and safely return to the things you love.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Isabelle, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Isabelle practices at CIUSSS DE L'ESTRIE, situated in a central clinic in the Cowansville neighborhood of Cowansville, QC. This public healthcare facility is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access comprehensive care. The clinic is well-connected by local public transit routes, ensuring accessible transportation options for everyone. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.
- 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, which is known as direct access. However, while a doctor's referral is not legally required to initiate physiotherapy, some private or extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check the specific requirements of your insurance policy before your first appointment to ensure coverage.
- 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 diagnoses, create and modify treatment plans, and implement a wide range of interventions. A Technologue en physiothérapie (Physiotherapy Technologist) holds a college-level diploma and works under supervision, applying prescribed treatments, guiding exercises, and monitoring progress but does not diagnose or independently establish treatment plans. Both are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).
- What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?
- Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession dedicated to improving movement, function, and overall well-being. A registered Physiothérapeute uses evidence-based techniques such as targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education to assess, diagnose, and treat injuries, pain, and physical impairments affecting muscles, bones, joints, nerves, and the cardiorespiratory system. It helps reduce pain, increase mobility, recover from surgery, prevent future injuries, and enhance quality of life.
- Is physiotherapy covered by the Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC?
- In Quebec, RAMQ generally does not cover physiotherapy services performed in private clinics. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Care received within a public hospital or CLSC may be covered if specific criteria are met. It is recommended to verify your coverage with RAMQ and consult your private insurance plan for details on reimbursement.
- Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?
- The number of sessions varies depending on your condition, severity, and personal goals. Your physiotherapist will discuss an estimated treatment plan after your initial assessment and continually monitor your progress to adjust the number of sessions accordingly.
- What is CIUSSS DE L'ESTRIE's appointment cancellation policy?
- We understand that schedules can change unexpectedly. To ensure we can accommodate all our patients efficiently, we kindly request at least 24 hours' notice (or one business day) for any appointment cancellations or rescheduling. This allows us to offer the time slot to other patients who may be waiting for care. A fee may be charged for late cancellations or no-shows without sufficient notice. Please contact our clinic as soon as possible if you need to make any changes to your appointment.
CIUSSS DE L'ESTRIE
950, Rue Principale
Cowansville, QC J2K 1K3
Phone: (450) 266-4342
Isabelle Lambert 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.