Joanne Dupre – Physiotherapist | Rosemère, QC

Joanne Dupre is a dedicated Physiothérapeute practicing at JOANNE DUPRE, PHYSIOTHERAPEUTE in Rosemère, QC. She 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). Joanne's approach emphasizes comprehensive assessment and personalized treatment plans, ensuring each patient receives targeted interventions aimed at restoring optimal function and reducing pain.

Joanne's physiotherapy practice addresses a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including issues involving muscles, joints, bones, tendons, and ligaments. Her expertise encompasses managing acute injuries such as sprains and strains, as well as chronic conditions like arthritis, and providing thorough post-operative rehabilitation. Additionally, Joanne offers specialized assessment and treatment for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, orofacial pain, and various headache types that have a musculoskeletal component, serving children, adolescents, and adults with tailored care.

With a solid foundation in evidence-based practice, Joanne continuously updates her skills through ongoing professional development. Her commitment to excellence is reflected in her focus on functional outcomes and patient education, empowering clients with practical strategies for long-term wellness. Joanne is fluent in both English and French, facilitating clear communication and a collaborative therapeutic relationship with her diverse patient population.

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

Joint Pain

• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Pain, tenderness, swelling, and dysfunction in a tendon (the strong cords that attach muscles to bones) due to overuse, repetitive strain, injury, or degeneration. Common sites include the Achilles, patellar tendon (knee), rotator cuff (shoulder), or elbow (tennis/golfer's elbow).
• Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): A chronic condition causing joint discomfort, stiffness (especially in the morning or after inactivity), and impacting your ability to perform daily activities, walk, or engage in hobbies.

Hand & Wrist

• Hand and Wrist Injuries & Conditions (e.g., Fractures, Tendon Injuries, Sprains, Arthritis - Conservative/Post-Op): Managing a variety of acute and chronic conditions of the hand and wrist, aiming to reduce pain, improve function, and prevent long-term disability.
• Trigger Finger/Thumb (Stenosing Tenosynovitis): Conservative physiotherapy management for trigger digit, which may include splinting to rest the tendon, specific tendon gliding exercises, activity modification advice, modalities to reduce inflammation, and education to prevent recurrence.

Arthritis

• Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): An inflammatory arthritis that can affect some people with psoriasis (a skin condition), causing joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and sometimes affecting tendons (enthesitis) and ligaments. Can affect small or large joints, often asymmetrically, and sometimes the spine.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) & Other Inflammatory Arthropathies: An autoimmune condition causing chronic inflammation, pain, stiffness, swelling, and potential deformity in multiple joints. Physiotherapy aims to manage pain, maintain joint function and mobility, improve strength and endurance, provide joint protection strategies, and support self-management.
• 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): Helping you regain mobility, reduce discomfort, and improve function in affected joints after a gout episode, as part of your overall gout management plan.

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

• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: The use of specific electrical stimulation devices (IFC or TENS) by your Physiothérapeute to provide pain relief, reduce muscle spasm, decrease swelling, or promote muscle activation and re-education.
• 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.
• Fibromyalgia & Widespread Pain Management: Tailored physiotherapy including gentle exercise prescription (e.g., aquatic therapy, graded aerobic exercise), pain management education, activity pacing strategies, stress reduction techniques, and gentle manual therapies for individuals living with fibromyalgia or other widespread pain conditions.
• Other Electrotherapy Applications (e.g., NMES, FES): Employing different types of electrotherapy to support your rehabilitation goals, including promoting tissue healing or improving motor control.
• Chronic & Persistent Pain Management Programs: Multifaceted and individualized physiotherapy approaches including pain science education (understanding your pain), graded exercise therapy, pacing strategies, coping mechanisms, manual therapy (where appropriate), and relaxation techniques to help you manage persistent pain and improve your quality of life.
• Therapeutic Heat Application: A comforting physiotherapy modality that helps to soothe tight muscles, decrease pain perception, and improve the flexibility of soft tissues.

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

• Joanne frequently assists patients in overcoming the effects of trouble performing repetitive tasks at work without pain. A carefully designed physiotherapy program, potentially including specialized manual techniques and progressive exercises, targets greater ease with dressing, bathing, and other self-care activities and supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like taking group exercise classes at the community center.
• Struggling with the frustration of that burning pain between my shoulder blades from too much computer work? Joanne develops individualized physiotherapy programs specifically aimed at achieving a greater sense of body confidence and trust in their physical abilities. This is key to helping you get back to doing using garden tools effectively and without pain with confidence and significantly reduced discomfort.
• With Joanne's help, managing persistent dizziness that isn't a spinning vertigo but makes me feel unsteady to achieve a more comfortable and physically manageable pregnancy experience becomes a clear journey, allowing patients to confidently re-engage with life and activities like performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and dexterity with ease.

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

Joanne's practice at JOANNE DUPRE, PHYSIOTHERAPEUTE is situated within a modern clinic in the central Rosemère neighborhood of Rosemère, QC. This private health establishment is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access care during their daily routines. The clinic is accessible via various public transit routes, ensuring ease of transportation for those using bus services or other public transportation. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

Will I be given exercises to do at home?

Yes, a personalized home exercise program is a crucial and integral component of most physiotherapy treatment plans. Your Physiothérapeute will prescribe specific exercises tailored to your condition, abilities, and goals. These exercises are designed to complement your in-clinic treatment, help you manage your symptoms effectively between sessions, accelerate your recovery, and empower you with tools for long-term self-management. Your active participation in your home program is key for optimal results.

Can physiotherapy help prevent injuries or recurring pain?

Definitely. A key aspect of physiotherapy is not just treating current problems but also preventing future ones. A Physiothérapeute can assess your movement, identify potential weaknesses or imbalances that could lead to injury, and provide you with a personalized program of exercises and strategies. This proactive approach is beneficial for athletes, individuals with physically demanding jobs, or anyone looking to maintain long-term musculoskeletal health and avoid recurring pain.

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 Physiothérapeute in QC?

In Quebec, patients can typically access physiotherapy services directly without a physician’s referral, a process known as direct access. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check your specific insurance policy to confirm whether a referral is necessary before your first appointment.

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

Generally, physiotherapy services provided in private clinics are not covered by RAMQ in Quebec. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC might be covered under specific circumstances, but for most private outpatient physiotherapy, coverage is limited. Patients are encouraged to verify their coverage with RAMQ and consult their private insurance plans for reimbursement options.

JOANNE DUPRE, PHYSIOTHERAPEUTE
362, Chemin de la Grande-Côte
Rosemère, QC J7A 1K6

Phone: (514) 827-8246 | Website: www.dupreosteophysio.com

Joanne Dupre 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.