Joëlle Boily

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

Common Msk

• Neck Pain and Stiffness: Neck problems that interfere with your sleep quality, ability to work comfortably (especially at a desk), or perform everyday tasks without pain.
• Low Back Pain (Acute or Chronic): Aching, sharp, or persistent pain located in the lower back, which may sometimes extend into the buttocks or legs, limiting your comfort.
• 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.
• Knee Pain (e.g., Patellofemoral Syndrome, Meniscal Issues - conservative, Ligament Sprains): Common knee complaints that can affect your ability to walk, climb stairs, squat, run, or participate in sports, addressed through a tailored physiotherapy program.

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

• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Developing control, strength, and endurance in your core musculature for improved functional performance, pain reduction, and prevention of re-injury.
• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: A carefully selected set of exercises specific to your condition and abilities, aimed at restoring function, reducing pain, improving movement, and preventing future issues.
• 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.
• General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: Structured physical activities and exercises aimed at helping you safely regain strength, stamina, and confidence in your body's abilities, tailored to your current level.
• 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.
• Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation and Performance: Developing muscular strength and endurance to aid in injury recovery, support affected joints, improve biomechanics, and enhance athletic performance or demanding physical tasks.

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

• Tired of knee pain, especially when going up/down stairs or after a run interfering with managing the physical demands of your job without constant pain? Joëlle uses a blend of physiotherapy techniques to help you achieve successfully avoiding or delaying the need for more invasive treatments or surgery and regain your freedom of movement.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Joëlle's clinic, common concerns like loss of strength in one of my limbs after an injury are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of reduced swelling and inflammation in injured areas. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like being able to carry your baby or toddler without straining your back or arms.
• Struggling with the frustration of numbness, tingling, or weakness in my hands, arms, feet, or legs? Joëlle develops individualized physiotherapy programs specifically aimed at achieving their specific mobility goals, whether big or small. This is key to helping you get back to doing travelling more comfortably on planes, trains, or in cars for longer durations with confidence and significantly reduced discomfort.

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

Joëlle practices at the CIUSSS (Hôpital Chauveau), situated in a central Québec neighborhood. The facility is part of a public healthcare network, offering accessible, comprehensive care within a well-equipped clinic. The location is conveniently positioned near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access their appointments. It is well-connected by public transit routes, ensuring easy transportation options. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

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

In Quebec, patients can typically access a Physiotherapy Technologist (Phys. T.) directly without a physician's referral, a process known as direct access. However, while a referral is not legally required to *see* a Phys. T., some private or extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check with your insurance provider before your first appointment to understand their specific requirements.

Can physiotherapy help prevent injuries or recurring pain?

Yes, absolutely! Physiotherapy plays a significant role in injury prevention and managing recurring pain. Your Physiotherapy Technologist can identify underlying risk factors such as muscle imbalances, poor movement patterns, postural issues, or biomechanical inefficiencies. By addressing these through targeted exercises, education on proper body mechanics, ergonomic advice, and activity modification, physiotherapy can help reduce your risk of initial injury, prevent re-injury, and manage chronic conditions more effectively, keeping you active and healthy.

Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?

It’s difficult to predict precisely without an initial assessment, as each individual's condition and recovery process are unique. Some acute issues may resolve in a few sessions, while chronic or complex problems could require longer treatment. Your Physiotherapy Technologist will provide an estimated plan after your first visit, which will be adjusted as treatment progresses.

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

Generally, RAMQ does not cover physiotherapy services provided in private clinics. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket or rely on private insurance. Care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC may be covered if meeting specific criteria, but private outpatient physiotherapy typically is not. It is recommended to verify your eligibility directly with RAMQ and consult your private insurance plan for coverage details.

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

In Quebec, a Physiothérapeute holds a university master's degree and is authorized to perform assessments, establish diagnoses, and create treatment plans independently. A Technologue en physiothérapie (Phys. T.) 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 planning care. Both professions are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?

Manual therapy involves hands-on techniques used by a Physiotherapy Technologist to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. This includes joint mobilization, joint manipulation (when appropriate and within scope), soft tissue mobilization like massage or trigger point release, and neural mobilization. The primary goals are to reduce pain, improve joint range of motion, restore tissue health, and support functional recovery.

CIUSSS (Hôpital Chauveau)
1199, Rue de l'Hôpital
Québec, QC G2A 2T7

Phone: (418) 842-3651

Joëlle Boily 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.