Juliette Novello-Boucher – Physiotherapist | Montréal, QC

Juliette Novello-Boucher is a dedicated Physiothérapeute practicing at Centre de Réadaptation Marie-Enfant du CH Ste-Justine in Montréal, QC. Juliette is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care that aligns with the standards set by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ). Her approach emphasizes understanding each patient's unique needs and empowering them through education, ensuring a supportive environment for recovery and long-term wellness.

Juliette’s physiotherapy practice encompasses a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. She specializes in addressing issues involving muscles, joints, bones, tendons, and ligaments, from acute injuries like sprains and strains to chronic pain management, arthritis care, and post-operative rehabilitation. Juliette also offers specialized services for infants, children, and adolescents, focusing on developmental delays, congenital conditions such as torticollis, orthopedic injuries, neurological conditions, and promoting optimal motor function and participation in daily activities, school, and play.

With a background in Physiotherapy, Juliette has developed extensive clinical experience and remains dedicated to ongoing professional development, ensuring her practices are rooted in evidence-based approaches. She has particular interests in Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy as well as Pediatric Physiotherapy, continually enhancing her skills to serve her community better. Juliette is fluent in French and English, allowing her to communicate effectively with a diverse range of patients and their families.

Juliette Novello-Boucher provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Arthritis

• Gout (Management of Musculoskeletal Impairments): Physiotherapy to address residual joint stiffness, pain, swelling, and functional loss after an acute gout attack has subsided, or to help manage musculoskeletal impairments and tophi-related issues associated with chronic gout, always in conjunction with appropriate medical management for urate control.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) & Other Inflammatory Arthropathies: An autoimmune condition causing chronic inflammation, pain, stiffness, swelling, and potential deformity in multiple joints, often symmetrically. Physiotherapy aims to manage pain, maintain joint function and mobility, improve strength and endurance, provide joint protection strategies, and support self-management.
• Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): Helping to manage the musculoskeletal aspects of psoriatic disease, working in conjunction with medical management to optimize your physical function and comfort.

Pediatric

• Pediatric Sports Injuries & Growing Pains (e.g., Osgood-Schlatter, Sever's Disease): Physiotherapy rehabilitation tailored for the unique needs of children and adolescents involved in sports, focusing on safe recovery, pain management, correcting biomechanics, and facilitating a gradual return to play while minimizing risk of re-injury.
• Toe Walking (Idiopathic / Habitual): Persistent walking on the toes or balls of the feet in young children, without a known underlying medical or neurological cause (idiopathic toe walking), often developing as a habit after initially learning to walk.

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): Helping to alleviate the symptoms of a catching, locking, or painful finger/thumb through targeted physiotherapy interventions, potentially avoiding the need for injections or surgery in some cases.

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

• Functional Movement Screening (FMS™/SFMA™ if certified): Evaluation of your body's basic movements (like squatting, lunging, reaching) to highlight areas for improvement in stability, mobility, and motor control.
• Patient Education & Self-Management Strategies: Empowering you with a clear understanding of your condition, its causes, and practical tools for effective self-management and lasting relief.
• 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.
• 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.
• Congenital Muscular Torticollis & Plagiocephaly (Flat Head) Treatment: Comprehensive guidance for parents on managing torticollis and plagiocephaly at home, including tummy time strategies, environmental adaptations, and therapeutic play.
• Pediatric Physiotherapy (Infants, Children & Adolescents): Play-based therapy and age-appropriate exercises designed by a Pediatric Physiotherapist to help children achieve their optimal physical potential, improve motor skills, coordination, strength, balance, and participation in daily activities, school, and play.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Juliette. 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 Centre de Réadaptation Marie-Enfant du CH Ste-Justine, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Juliette frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Patients often come to Juliette feeling defeated by dealing with pelvic pain or bladder/bowel control issues (for both men and women). With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving a significantly reduced risk of falling, enhancing safety and independence and resuming driving for longer periods without neck or back pain becomes a realistic and attainable goal.
• Juliette believes that everyone deserves to move well and feel their best. If feeling generally stiff, achy, and less mobile than I used to be is hindering your ability to working at your desk all day without developing back or neck stiffness, a personalized plan focusing on increased endurance for walking, allowing for longer and more enjoyable outings can make all the difference.
• If trouble with a constantly stiff and sore neck, making turning my head a pain is preventing you from fully enjoying hitting the slopes for a full day of skiing or snowboarding in winter, Juliette offers expert guidance and tailored treatment. Physiotherapy focuses on attaining greater ease in performing overhead activities or reaching, often utilizing targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education to help you regain your previous level of function.

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

Juliette practices at Centre de Réadaptation Marie-Enfant du CH Ste-Justine, situated in a convenient central Montréal neighborhood. This public healthcare facility is easily accessible, located near local community services and pharmacies, with excellent access via multiple public transit routes. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

While some physiotherapy techniques might feel uncomfortable or cause a temporary increase in soreness (similar to muscle soreness after a new workout), especially when working on stiff joints or tight muscles, it should not be excessively or intolerably painful. Your Physiothérapeute will discuss what sensations you might expect with different treatments and will always aim to adjust the intensity and techniques to ensure you are as comfortable as possible while still achieving therapeutic benefits. Constant communication about your comfort level is very important.

What are Centre de Réadaptation Marie-Enfant du CH Ste-Justine's operating hours?

Centre de Réadaptation Marie-Enfant du CH Ste-Justine 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 (514) 374-1710 or check our website for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.

Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?

The number of physiotherapy sessions required varies greatly from person to person. It depends on several factors, including the nature and severity of your condition, how long you've had the issue (acute vs. chronic), your individual treatment goals, your body's response to therapy, and your adherence to home exercises and self-management. Your Physiothérapeute will discuss a treatment plan and re-evaluate your progress regularly.

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

In Quebec, patients can typically see a Physiothérapeute directly without a physician's referral, a practice 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 insurance policy 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 a master's level university program, enabling them to assess patients, make diagnoses, and develop comprehensive treatment plans. A Technologue en physiothérapie holds a college diploma (DEC) focused on technical application, assisting in implementing treatment plans, guiding exercises, and applying modalities under supervision.

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

In Quebec, RAMQ generally does not cover physiotherapy services in private clinics. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Coverage may be available when care is received in public hospitals or CLSCs under specific conditions. It is important to verify your eligibility directly with RAMQ and consult your private insurance plan for coverage details.

How can I book an appointment at Centre de Réadaptation Marie-Enfant du CH Ste-Justine?

You can book an appointment by calling our clinic directly at (514) 374-1710 during business hours. Many practitioners also offer online booking through our website. Our friendly reception team will assist you in scheduling at your convenience.

Centre de Réadaptation Marie-Enfant du CH Ste-Justine
5200, Rue Bélanger E
Montréal, QC H1T 1C9

Phone: (514) 374-1710

Juliette Novello-Boucher 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.