Karan Dev – Physiotherapist | Saint-Laurent, QC

Karan Dev is a dedicated Physiothérapeute (Neurological Rehabilitation Focus). Practicing at Physio.Or in Saint-Laurent, QC, Karan is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with the standards set by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ). With a focus on assisting 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, Karan provides comprehensive physiotherapy services. His approach encompasses addressing a wide range of muscle, joint, bone, tendon, and ligament conditions, including acute injuries like sprains and strains, chronic pain management, arthritis care, and extensive post-operative rehabilitation. Karan serves older children (5+), adolescents, adults, and seniors, tailoring interventions to meet the specific needs of each age group and condition.

Karan Dev completed their degree in Physiotherapy, and with extensive clinical experience, remains dedicated to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practices. He has cultivated specialized skills and a particular interest in Neurological Physiotherapy and Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, ensuring his treatments are current and effective. His commitment to continuous learning allows him to incorporate the latest advancements into his patient care, optimizing outcomes and recovery trajectories for his clients.

Adopting a collaborative approach, Karan works closely with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. He emphasizes empowering individuals through clear education about their conditions and practical self-management strategies that support lasting results. His patient-centered philosophy actively involves patients in their treatment planning and goal setting, fostering a sense of ownership and motivation throughout the rehabilitation process. Karan is fluent in English, French, Hindi, and Punjabi, enabling him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population and provide culturally sensitive care.

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

Joint Pain

• 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.
• 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).

Back Neck Pain

• Postural Back/Neck Pain: Pain and muscle tension related to ergonomic factors at work or home, muscle imbalances, and suboptimal body mechanics or movement habits.
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Sharp, shooting, electric-like, or burning pain that travels along the path of a nerve due to issues with intervertebral discs or other spinal structures.
• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Nerve compression symptoms due to a narrowing (stenosis) of the spinal canal or the small openings where nerves exit the spine (foramina), most commonly in the lumbar (lower back) or cervical (neck) regions.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Neck, shoulder, and upper back discomfort, often accompanied by headaches or 'brain fog', after a sudden jerking motion of the head, such as in a rear-end collision.

Arthritis

• Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS): A type of chronic inflammatory arthritis primarily affecting the spine (especially the sacroiliac joints and vertebrae), leading to pain, stiffness, and potential fusion of vertebrae, which can result in a stooped posture if not managed.
• Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): Individualized exercise programs and pain management strategies tailored for psoriatic arthritis to help reduce symptoms and improve your quality of life.
• 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.
• 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. Karan can assess your needs.

• Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Hands-on physiotherapy focused on mobilizing restricted joints and soft tissues to promote healing, restore normal biomechanics, and alleviate pain.
• Muscle Energy Techniques (MET): Gentle, active manual therapy techniques where you use your own specific muscle contractions against your therapist's controlled resistance to improve joint mobility, lengthen tight tissues, and reduce pain.
• Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: Hands-on treatment focusing on your body's soft tissues to restore pliability, reduce discomfort, and optimize movement quality.
• Balance Training & Falls Prevention Programs: Comprehensive assessment of your fall risk factors with individualized interventions, including balance exercises, strength training, gait re-training, and home safety advice to help you prevent falls.
• 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.
• Neural Mobilization Techniques (Nerve Gliding): Improving the mobility and health of your nervous system to reduce pain, restore sensation, and enhance overall function.

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

• Through personalized physiotherapy at Karan's clinic, common concerns like pain and difficulty with overhead movements like reaching into a cupboard are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of reduced muscle tension and a feeling of greater physical ease. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like actively participating in family outings and vacations without holding others back.
• Many find that an awkward gait or limping when I walk significantly impacts their ability to participating fully in your martial arts practice, including sparring. Karan helps patients target learning specific exercises that provide ongoing relief and maintain their progress with physiotherapy, making a return to these activities possible.
• Patients often come to Karan feeling defeated by difficulty coordinating my movements, feeling clumsy. With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving returning to their workout routine with greater confidence and better performance and resuming keeping up with your team during our weekly soccer match becomes a realistic and attainable goal.

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

Karan's practice at Physio.Or is situated in a conveniently located clinic in the heart of the central Saint-Laurent neighborhood of Saint-Laurent. The facility is part of a private home care and services sector, designed to provide a comfortable and professional environment for rehabilitation and physiotherapy. It is strategically positioned near local community services and pharmacies, making access straightforward for patients. The clinic is accessible via multiple public transit routes, ensuring ease of travel for those using buses or metro services. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?

Essentially, physiotherapy helps you get moving and stay moving effectively and comfortably. Whether you're dealing with an acute injury, chronic pain, post-surgical recovery, or a condition affecting your physical abilities, your Physiothérapeute will work with you. They’ll use their expertise in body mechanics, rehabilitation, and pain management to create a personalized treatment plan involving exercises, hands-on techniques, and practical advice to help you achieve your functional goals and live a more active, fulfilling life.

Will I be given exercises to do at home?

Absolutely! Home exercises are a vital part of your rehabilitation journey and empower you to take an active role in your recovery process. Your Physiothérapeute will carefully select and teach you exercises specific to your needs. These exercises help to reinforce what’s done in the clinic, manage your condition effectively, and ensure you continue progressing towards your goals even when you’re not in a session.

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 a physiotherapy diagnosis, create and modify treatment plans, and apply a wide range of therapeutic interventions. This includes certain restricted activities if they hold the specific attestations (e.g., spinal manipulations, specific needle-based therapies). A Technologue en physiothérapie (Physiotherapy Technologist or Phys. T.) holds a college-level (CEGEP) diploma in physiotherapy technology. They work under the supervision of, or based on a treatment plan established by, a physiotherapist or a physician. Technologists apply prescribed treatment modalities, guide patients through exercises, monitor progress, and adapt interventions within the established plan, but they do not diagnose or independently create treatment plans. Both professions are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

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

In Quebec, physiotherapy services performed in private clinics are generally not covered by RAMQ. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or rely on private insurance. Care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC (if meeting their criteria) might be covered, but private clinic physiotherapy is usually not. It is advisable to verify your specific eligibility with RAMQ and check your private health insurance plans, as many offer significant coverage for physiotherapy services in private clinics.

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 unique response to therapy, and how consistently you are able to follow your prescribed home exercise program and self-management advice. Your Physiothérapeute will discuss a proposed treatment frequency and estimated duration after your initial assessment and will continually re-evaluate your progress with you.

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, which is known as direct access. However, while a referral is not legally required to *see* a Physiothérapeute, some private or extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement purposes. It is recommended to check the requirements of your insurance policy before your appointment.

Physio.Or
2343, Rue Charles-Darwin
Saint-Laurent, QC H4R 2X9

Phone: (514) 961-5338 | Website: physioor.ca

Karan Dev 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.