Léonie Duranleau – Physiotherapist | Trois-Rivières, QC

Léonie Duranleau is a dedicated Physiothérapeute (Neurological Rehabilitation Focus). Practicing at CIUSSS de la MCQ - CHAUR in Trois-Rivières, QC, Léonie 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 individual's unique needs, fostering a supportive environment where patients feel valued and understood. Léonie strives to empower her patients through education and active participation in their recovery journeys, ensuring they regain confidence and independence in their daily lives.

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, Léonie provides compassionate support to adults and seniors. She also specializes in managing acute and chronic conditions affecting the heart and lungs, including COPD, asthma, bronchiectasis, post-operative cardiac or respiratory recovery, and post-COVID symptoms. Her interventions often involve breathing exercises, airway clearance techniques, exercise prescription, and patient education, aimed at optimizing respiratory function and overall well-being.

Léonie completed her degree in Physiotherapy and has accumulated clinical experience that fuels her ongoing commitment to evidence-based practices. She has developed particular expertise in neurological and cardiorespiratory physiotherapy, continuously updating her skills through professional development. Her philosophy centers on a strong commitment to evidence-based practice, promoting preventative care and long-term wellness through a collaborative approach. Léonie speaks both English and French fluently, ensuring she can communicate effectively with a diverse patient population in the Trois-Rivières community.

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

Post Surgical

• Post-ACL or Other Knee Ligament Reconstruction Rehabilitation: Specialized physiotherapy following knee ligament reconstruction surgery to ensure a successful recovery, minimize complications (like stiffness or muscle atrophy), and facilitate a safe and confident return to activity and sport, preventing re-injury.
• Post-Spinal Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Discectomy, Laminectomy, Fusion - with surgeon clearance): Supportive physiotherapy to aid your recovery and help you manage symptoms after back or neck surgery, focusing on education, safe movement strategies, and specific exercises.
• Post-Knee Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Knee Arthroplasty - TKA/PKA): Comprehensive post-operative recovery guidance following knee replacement, including exercises, manual therapy, and education to ensure you achieve your best possible function.
• Post-Fracture Fixation Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., ORIF): Helping you manage pain, improve scar mobility, and regain optimal strength and range of motion in a limb following fracture fixation surgery.

Common Msk

• Low Back Pain (Acute or Chronic): Common back problems that can impact your posture, ability to perform daily activities, and overall mobility, addressed with targeted physiotherapy.
• Hip Pain (e.g., Bursitis, Muscle Strains, Labral Issues - conservative): Discomfort experienced in the hip region, groin, outer hip, or buttock, potentially stemming from joint inflammation (bursitis), muscle strains, tendinopathy, or conservative management of labral tears.

Long Covid

• Post-COVID-19 Condition / Long COVID Symptom Management: Tailored physiotherapy rehabilitation programs focusing on symptom-guided activity management (pacing), gentle graded exercise (carefully monitored to avoid post-exertional malaise - PEM), breathing retraining exercises, strategies for fatigue and 'brain fog', and functional retraining to help individuals manage the debilitating effects of Long COVID.

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

• Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) for Dizziness, Vertigo & Balance Disorders: Customized exercise-based programs (e.g., gaze stabilization, habituation, balance retraining exercises) prescribed by a trained Vestibular Physiotherapist to reduce vestibular symptoms, improve functional balance, decrease fall risk, and enhance confidence in movement.
• 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.
• Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy (e.g., COPD, Asthma, Post-Pneumonia, Post-Cardiac Event Support): Physiotherapy management of conditions affecting the heart and lungs, including breathing exercises and retraining, airway clearance techniques (e.g., for mucus), education on self-management, and graded exercise programs to improve endurance, reduce breathlessness, and enhance quality of life.
• Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: A variety of hands-on methods such as therapeutic massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and active release style techniques to reduce muscle tension, break down scar tissue, improve circulation, and enhance tissue flexibility.
• 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.
• Neural Mobilization Techniques (Nerve Gliding): Gentle, specific movements and mobilizations designed to address nerve-related pain (like sciatica or carpal tunnel symptoms), tingling, numbness, or restrictions by improving the nerve's ability to glide freely and reducing irritation.

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

• For those whose swelling in my arm or leg, possibly lymphedema, after surgery or treatment has made shoveling snow or raking leaves without aggravating your back seem like a distant memory, Léonie's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward feeling more stable and confident on their feet, especially on uneven surfaces. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to shoveling snow or raking leaves without aggravating your back with greater comfort and renewed confidence.
• The path to recovery from hip pain when I walk, climb stairs, or try to sleep on my side and achieving restored joint function, leading to smoother and more coordinated movements for standing for longer periods, for example, while cooking or at an event often starts with expert guidance. Léonie, a skilled physiotherapist, provides just that.
• Don't let my child complaining of 'growing pains' that keep them up at night dictate what you can and cannot do. Léonie offers physiotherapy solutions aimed at being able to climb stairs with ease and confidence once again, helping you reclaim participating fully in your martial arts practice, including sparring and enjoy a more functional life.

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

Léonie practices at CIUSSS de la MCQ - CHAUR, situated in the Cap-de-la-Madeleine Sector West neighborhood of Trois-Rivières. This public healthcare facility is conveniently located near Historic Downtown Trois-Rivières and is easily accessible via the Société de transport de Trois-Rivières (STTR). Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

Physiotherapy should not be an ordeal of pain. While you might feel some discomfort or a stretching sensation as you work to regain movement or strength, especially in the initial stages of treatment for an acute injury or chronic stiffness, it's rarely 'painful' in a distressing or harmful way. Your Physiothérapeute will guide you through each step, modify treatments to suit your comfort and tolerance, and ensure that the overall experience is positive. The ultimate aim is to make you feel better, not worse.

How long do physiotherapy appointments typically last?

Your first physiotherapy appointment, which includes a detailed assessment and the development of your initial treatment plan, usually takes about 60 minutes. Follow-up appointments are typically scheduled for 30 to 45 minutes. The exact duration of each session will depend on the nature of your treatment and what your Physiothérapeute has planned for that specific visit to best help you progress.

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, while a referral is not legally required to see a Physiothérapeute, some private or extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement. It’s recommended to check your insurance policy before your first appointment to confirm coverage details.

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

In Quebec, RAMQ generally 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 may be covered if meeting specific criteria. It is advisable to verify your eligibility with RAMQ and review your private insurance plans for coverage options.

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 education, allowing them to assess patients, diagnose conditions, and develop comprehensive treatment plans independently. A Technologue en physiothérapie has a college diploma (DEC) and plays a vital role in implementing treatment plans, assisting with exercises, and applying modalities under supervision, supporting the physiotherapist’s clinical work.

CIUSSS de la MCQ - CHAUR
1991, Boulevard du Carmel
Trois-Rivières, QC G8Z 3R9

Phone: (819) 697-3333

Léonie Duranleau 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.