Lyse Lyrette is a dedicated Physiotherapist. Practicing at Blanche River Health in Kirkland Lake, ON, Lyse Lyrette is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards. Lyse Lyrette 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. Lyse Lyrette focuses on the unique health needs of older adults, aiming to improve and maintain mobility, strength, balance, manage age-related conditions like arthritis or osteoporosis, reduce fall risk, and enhance overall quality of life and independence. Lyse Lyrette serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.
Lyse Lyrette completed their degree in Physiotherapy from University of Ottawa (Graduating Class of 1996). With extensive clinical experience, Lyse Lyrette is committed to ongoing professional development and evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Lyse Lyrette has a particular interest and further training in areas such as Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Geriatric Physiotherapy / Seniors' Health.
Lyse Lyrette employs a patient-centered approach, actively involving individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting. Lyse Lyrette demonstrates a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional learning to provide the best care. Lyse Lyrette offers consultations in English, French.
Lyse Lyrette provides skilled physiotherapist care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:
Post Surgical
- 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.
- 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-Shoulder Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Rotator Cuff Repair, Labral Repair, Stabilization, Replacement): Specialized physiotherapy focused on regaining shoulder movement, strength, stability, and function after various types of shoulder surgeries, such as rotator cuff repair, labral tear repair, shoulder stabilization procedures (e.g., Bankart repair), or shoulder joint replacement (arthroplasty).
Neurological
- Parkinson's Disease Management & Movement Therapy: Movement therapy designed by a Neuro Physiotherapist to address common Parkinson's symptoms like bradykinesia (slowness of movement), rigidity (stiffness), postural instability (balance problems), freezing of gait, and tremors.
- Functional Neurological Disorders (FND) - Movement Retraining: Supporting individuals with FND to improve their physical function, reduce symptom burden, and enhance participation in daily life activities through specialized physiotherapy.
- Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Rehabilitation (Incomplete/Specific Cases): Physiotherapy aimed at maximizing functional independence, mobility (e.g., transfers, wheelchair skills, ambulation if appropriate), strength, range of motion, and managing secondary complications (e.g., pain, spasticity, respiratory issues) for individuals with incomplete or specific types of spinal cord injuries. Often part of a multidisciplinary team approach.
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. Diagnosis for physiotherapist is based on individual assessment, so if your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Lyse Lyrette can assess your needs.
- Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: Hands-on treatment focusing on your body's soft tissues to restore pliability, reduce discomfort, and optimize movement quality.
- Home-Based Physiotherapy Visits (Mobile Physio): Providing professional physiotherapy assessment, treatment, education, and exercise prescription directly in the comfort and convenience of your home environment, especially for those who have difficulty attending an outpatient clinic due to mobility issues, severe pain, or other constraints.
- 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.
- Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Application of precise, passive movements to joints to decrease stiffness, relieve pain, and facilitate easier, more comfortable movement.
- Tele-Rehabilitation / Virtual Physiotherapy Consultations: Receiving personalized physiotherapy care online through secure and interactive video sessions with your qualified Physiotherapist, including real-time exercise correction and tailored advice.
- Muscle Energy Techniques (MET): A form of manual therapy that actively involves you in your treatment, utilizing your body's muscular effort to achieve specific therapeutic effects on restricted joints and shortened soft tissues.
Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Lyse Lyrette, or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.
All services are provided in accordance with the scope of practice for Physiotherapists in ON and the standards set by The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
At Blanche River Health, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Lyse Lyrette frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- Patients struggling with trying to get back to their best after a frustrating sports injury can find dedicated and compassionate support from Lyse Lyrette. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving a better understanding of ergonomics for their work and home environment, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as actively participating in family outings and vacations without holding others back.
- Through personalized physiotherapy at Lyse Lyrette's clinic, common concerns like needing to improve breathing patterns or lung capacity are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of improved overall mobility, making it easier to navigate their home and community. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like getting back to cycling for leisure or commuting.
- Are you finding that soreness and tightness in your Achilles tendon, especially after exercise, stops you from enjoying taking energetic, long walks with your dog every day? Lyse Lyrette is dedicated to helping patients like you achieve getting back to hiking, running, or cycling pain-free and with renewed vigor through a hands-on, active approach to physiotherapy.
- Rediscover your ability to running your usual 5k route without knee pain without the constant burden of breathing difficulties and shortness of breath with COPD or asthma, especially during activity. Lyse Lyrette focuses on evidence-based treatment plans that lead to a feeling of being 'unstuck' and more supple, integrating various therapeutic techniques for optimal and lasting results.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Lyse Lyrette, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Lyse Lyrette practices at Blanche River Health, situated in a physiotherapy clinic in the central Kirkland Lake neighborhood of Kirkland Lake. The clinic is conveniently located near nearby parks and community recreation facilities and is accessible via local public transit routes. Our clinic is accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.
- I have private health insurance. How does that work with physiotherapy payments?
- Many private health insurance plans offer full or partial coverage for registered physiotherapy services. We recommend you contact your insurance provider directly before your first appointment to understand the specifics of your plan. Key things to check are: your annual maximum for physiotherapy, any per-visit limits or co-payments, whether a doctor's referral is required for reimbursement, and if your plan allows for direct billing by the clinic. If our clinic offers direct billing and your plan allows it, we can often bill your insurer directly for the covered portion. You would then be responsible for any co-payment or remaining balance not covered by your plan at the time of service. Please bring your insurance card and all necessary policy details to your first appointment. If direct billing is not possible, we will provide you with an official receipt that you can submit to your insurer.
- 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 Physiotherapist 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.
- Is there parking available at or near Blanche River Health?
- Yes, there is ample free patient parking available directly in front of and beside our building. Look for the designated patient spots.
- Is physiotherapy covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON?
- OHIP generally does NOT cover physiotherapy services in private outpatient clinics for most of the population. Publicly funded physiotherapy is available in specific situations (e.g., post-hospitalization for certain conditions, for children/youth, seniors, or through Community Physiotherapy Clinics/Family Health Teams), but eligibility criteria are strict and there may be waitlists. We strongly advise checking your private insurance for private clinic coverage.
- What are Blanche River Health's operating hours?
- Blanche River Health 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 (705) 567-5251 or check our website/online booking portal for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapist in ON?
- Patients in ON can typically see a Physiotherapist directly without a physician's referral (direct access). However, some private/extended health insurance plans require a referral for reimbursement. Check your insurance policy before your first appointment.
- Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?
- It's difficult to say exactly how many sessions you'll need without a thorough assessment, as everyone's situation and recovery path is unique. Some acute conditions might resolve in just a few sessions, while more chronic, complex, or significant issues may require a longer period of care to achieve lasting results. Your Physiotherapist will provide an estimated treatment timeline and plan after your first visit, and this will be revisited as your treatment progresses.
- How can I book an appointment at Blanche River Health?
- You can book an appointment by calling our clinic directly at (705) 567-5251 during our business hours. Our friendly reception team will be happy to assist you in finding a suitable appointment time with the right physiotherapist for your needs.
Blanche River Health
145 Government Road East
Kirkland Lake, ON, P2N 3P4
Phone: (705) 567-5251
Lyse Lyrette is regulated by the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 and Physiotherapy Act, 1991 in ON and is a registered member of The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
Registration Number: XXX86
Verify registration with The College of Physiotherapists of Ontario: https://portal.collegept.org/en-US/public-register/display-member-contact/?id=c0ce0fc4-8b02-e811-8134-480fcff4f671
Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.