About
Laurie St-Pierre is a dedicated Physiothérapeute. Practicing at PCN L'Ormière in Québec, QC, Laurie is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) standards. Her approach emphasizes personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs, ensuring effective recovery and improved function. With a focus on empowering patients through education, Laurie strives to help individuals regain mobility, reduce pain, and achieve their wellness goals in a supportive environment.
Laurie's physiotherapy practice addresses a wide range of muscle, joint, bone, tendon, and ligament conditions. This includes everything from acute injuries like sprains and strains to chronic pain management, arthritis care, and comprehensive post-operative rehabilitation. She specializes in the assessment, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries, tailoring her care to athletes of all levels—from recreational enthusiasts to elite competitors—helping them return to their sport safely, optimize performance, and prevent future injuries.
With a solid educational background and ongoing professional development, Laurie has developed expertise in Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy as well as Sports Physiotherapy. Her clinical experience is complemented by her commitment to evidence-based practices, ensuring patients receive the most current and effective treatments. Laurie is fluent in French and English, allowing her to communicate clearly and compassionately with a diverse patient population.
Laurie St-Pierre provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
Sports Injury
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee / Anterior Knee Pain): A common overuse injury in active individuals and athletes, sometimes referred to as 'runner's knee' or 'anterior knee pain', often related to biomechanical issues in how the kneecap tracks.
- Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome): An overuse injury affecting the lower leg, common in athletes, dancers, and military recruits, characterized by diffuse pain along the tibia.
- IT Band Syndrome (Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome): An overuse injury resulting from repetitive friction of the IT band over the lateral femoral epicondyle (at the knee) or greater trochanter (at the hip).
- Stress Fractures (Activity-Related - Conservative Management/Rehab): Tiny cracks or severe bruising within a bone caused by repetitive force, overuse, or cumulative stress, common in weight-bearing bones of the lower leg (tibia, fibula), foot (metatarsals, navicular), or hip in athletes involved in high-impact sports.
Concussion
- Concussion / Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) & Post-Concussion Syndrome: A brain injury caused by a direct or indirect blow to the head, resulting in a range of symptoms such as headache, dizziness, nausea, visual disturbances, cognitive difficulties ('brain fog', memory issues), fatigue, and emotional changes. Post-Concussion Syndrome refers to symptoms persisting beyond the typical recovery window.
Common Msk
- 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.
- Low Back Pain (Acute or Chronic): Pain, discomfort, or stiffness in the lumbar spine region, whether it's a sudden onset or a long-lasting issue affecting your daily life.
- Musculoskeletal Injuries (General - Tendinitis, Bursitis, Capsulitis, Sprains, Strains): Acute or chronic pain originating from various musculoskeletal sources, such as a pulled muscle (strain), inflamed tendon, or irritated bursa.
- Ankle Sprains and Instability: Injuries to ankle ligaments, typically from twisting or 'rolling' motions, leading to pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty bearing weight. Can result in recurrent sprains and chronic instability if not properly rehabilitated.
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Laurie can assess your needs.
- Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Personalized programs incorporating various stretching techniques (e.g., static, dynamic, PNF) to alleviate stiffness, increase tissue extensibility, and promote better posture.
- Sports Injury Rehabilitation & Management: Helping you get back in the game quickly and safely with targeted sports physiotherapy, focusing on restoring strength, agility, and confidence.
- 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.
- Core Stability & Strengthening Training: A progressive program designed to build a strong and stable core, improving your body's foundation for all movements and reducing strain on other structures.
- Gait Analysis & Running/Walking Re-training: Expert analysis of your gait with personalized corrective strategies, exercises, and cues to optimize your walking or running form for pain-free movement and enhanced performance or efficiency.
- Sports Performance Enhancement & Injury Prevention: Movement analysis, strength and conditioning advice, and targeted exercises designed by your Physiotherapist to enhance your athletic performance, improve biomechanics, optimize movement efficiency, and reduce your risk of sports-related injuries.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Laurie. 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 PCN L'Ormière, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Laurie frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- Discover how physiotherapy with Laurie can help you move beyond my child complaining of 'growing pains' that keep them up at night. The focus is on restored joint function, leading to smoother and more coordinated movements, enabling a joyful return to the activities you love, such as playing in your competitive volleyball league again.
- At Laurie's physiotherapy practice, individuals with loss of strength in one of my limbs after an injury are guided towards a better understanding of ergonomics for their work and home environment. The focus is on enabling you to once again participate fully and comfortably in activities you enjoy, such as easily carrying groceries in from the car in one or two trips.
- Many individuals seek help from Laurie, their physiotherapist, when pain in my shins when I try to run or be active (shin splints) starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve feeling significantly stronger and more capable in their physical abilities, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and dexterity with ease.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Laurie, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Laurie's practice is situated at PCN L'Ormière, a well-equipped clinic located in the central neighborhood of Québec. This private health establishment is conveniently positioned near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access care. The clinic is accessible via several public transit routes, ensuring convenient transportation options. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.
- What types of conditions do Physiothérapeutes at PCN L'Ormière treat?
- Our Physiothérapeutes treat a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, issues like back and neck pain, joint problems such as arthritis or post-surgical recovery, sports injuries like Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee), and nerve pain. We also have therapists with specialized skills in areas like Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Sports Physiotherapy. Our treatments often involve Stretching & Flexibility Programs, Sports Injury Rehabilitation & Management, and patient education to help you achieve your functional goals.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiothérapeute in QC?
- Patients in Québec can typically see a Physiothérapeute directly without a physician's referral, known as direct access. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check with your insurance provider before your first appointment to understand their specific requirements.
- 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 through private insurance. Care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC might be covered if meeting specific criteria, but private outpatient physiotherapy remains the patient's responsibility. Always verify your coverage with RAMQ and your private insurer.
- Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?
- The goal of physiotherapy is to reduce pain and improve function. Some treatments may cause mild, temporary discomfort, especially if tissues are sensitive or inflamed. Your physiotherapist will work within your tolerance, communicate clearly, and adjust treatments as needed to ensure your comfort. If you experience significant pain, inform your therapist immediately.
- What is the difference between a Physiotherapist (Physiothérapeute) and a Physiotherapy Technologist (Technologue en physiothérapie) in Quebec?
- A Physiothérapeute has completed a master's level university degree, allowing for autonomous assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning. A Technologue en physiothérapie holds a college diploma and plays a vital role in implementing treatment plans, assisting with exercises, and applying modalities under the supervision of a physiothérapeute or physician.
PCN L'Ormière
9195, Boulevard de l'Ormière, bur. 210
Québec, QC G2B 3K2
Phone: (418) 843-3453
Laurie St-Pierre 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.