About
Marianne Savard is a dedicated Physiotherapy Technologist (Phys. T.). Practicing at CLSC DE MATANE in Matane, QC, Marianne is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) standards. Her role involves assisting in the implementation of treatment plans prescribed by a physiotherapist or physician, guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, and applying various treatment modalities to support recovery and functional improvement. Marianne's approach emphasizes personalized care, ensuring each patient receives attention tailored to their specific needs, especially focusing on improving mobility, reducing pain, and enhancing overall well-being.
With a solid educational background and practical experience, Marianne has developed a particular interest in areas such as therapeutic exercise instruction, modality application, and patient monitoring. She continuously updates her skills through ongoing professional development, integrating evidence-based practices into her daily work. Marianne's commitment to excellence ensures that her patients receive effective, safe, and up-to-date physiotherapy interventions that promote long-term health and functional independence.
Marianne promotes preventative care and long-term wellness within the Matane community through proactive physiotherapy. She values a collaborative approach, working closely with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. Her dedication to evidence-based practice and continuous learning reflects her passion for providing the best possible care. Marianne is fluent in French, facilitating clear communication and ensuring her patients feel comfortable and understood throughout their treatment journey.
Marianne Savard provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
Common Msk
- Shoulder Pain (e.g., Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy, Impingement, Frozen Shoulder/Adhesive Capsulitis): Discomfort felt around the shoulder blade, at the top of the shoulder, or radiating down the arm, making simple tasks challenging.
- Ankle Sprains and Instability: Common ankle injuries causing acute pain, persistent swelling, and instability, significantly affecting your ability to walk, run, or participate in sports.
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Marianne can assess your needs.
- Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: A non-invasive physiotherapy modality that uses sound energy to stimulate cellular activity, enhance circulation, and support tissue recovery from injury or inflammation.
- Other Electrotherapy Applications (e.g., NMES, FES): Application of various forms of electrical stimulation, such as Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) for muscle strengthening and re-education, or Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) to assist with movement, as prescribed by your Physiotherapist.
- Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy): The application of cold packs, ice massage, or other cold modalities by your Physiotherapist to reduce swelling, inflammation, muscle spasm, and acute pain, particularly after an injury.
- Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: The application of specific wavelengths of light energy (cold laser) by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and accelerate tissue repair and regeneration at a cellular level.
- Therapeutic Heat Application: Superficial heat application carefully monitored by your therapist to promote relaxation, pain relief, and enhance the effectiveness of other treatments.
- Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: Application of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) or Interferential Current (IFC) for managing acute or chronic pain conditions by modulating pain signals or promoting the release of endorphins.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Marianne. 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 CLSC DE MATANE, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Marianne frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- Don't let pain or weakness that's stopping you from enjoying your favorite hobbies dictate what you can and cannot do. Marianne offers physiotherapy solutions aimed at a more comfortable and physically manageable life, helping you regain independence and perform daily tasks with ease.
- Dealing with the ongoing challenges of numbness, tingling, or weakness in your hands, arms, feet, or legs? Marianne works collaboratively with patients to reach the goal of feeling a substantial improvement in their mobility and range of motion for easier movement. This might involve specific rehabilitation techniques, hands-on care, and a home program, all aimed at helping you confidently resume important activities, such as performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and dexterity with ease.
- Tired of needing help to get moving again after a long period of illness or inactivity interfering with getting in and out of the car smoothly and without wincing? Marianne uses a blend of physiotherapy techniques to help you achieve successfully integrating safe movement strategies into your daily routines and regain your freedom of movement.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Marianne, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Marianne practices at CLSC DE MATANE, situated in the central neighborhood of Matane. This public healthcare facility is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making access straightforward for patients. The clinic is easily reachable via local public transit routes, ensuring convenient transportation options. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.
- 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 rely on private insurance for coverage. However, care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC may be covered if meeting specific criteria. It's important to verify your eligibility directly with RAMQ and check your private insurance plans, as many include physiotherapy coverage in private clinics.
- What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?
- Physiotherapy, delivered by a qualified Physiotherapy Technologist, is a science-based profession that focuses on restoring movement and function when someone is affected by injury, illness, or disability. It can also help to reduce your risk of future problems. Your physiotherapist will use techniques such as therapeutic exercise, manual therapy (hands-on treatment), education, and advice, empowering you to manage your health independently and achieve your physical goals.
- What is the difference between a Physiotherapist (Physiothérapeute) and a Physiotherapy Technologist (Technologue en physiothérapie) in Quebec?
- A Physiothérapeute in Quebec has completed master's level university education, granting them the autonomy to assess patients, make a physiotherapy diagnosis, and develop comprehensive treatment plans. They can also perform certain advanced procedures if they have the required additional qualifications. A Technologue en physiothérapie, on the other hand, has a college diploma (DEC) focused on the technical application of physiotherapy treatments. They play a crucial role in delivering care by implementing treatment plans designed by a physiotherapist or physician, assisting patients with their exercises, applying modalities, and reporting progress back to the supervising professional.
- 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 Physiotherapy Technologist 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.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapy Technologist in QC?
- In Quebec, patients can typically access a Physiotherapy Technologist directly without a physician's referral, a process 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 to confirm their specific requirements before your first appointment.
- How long do physiotherapy appointments typically last?
- You can expect your initial physiotherapy visit to be around an hour long. This allows for a thorough assessment and discussion of your treatment goals. Follow-up sessions usually last between 30 and 45 minutes, but your Physiotherapy Technologist will tailor the duration based on your individual needs.
- What types of conditions do Physiotherapy Technologists at CLSC DE MATANE treat?
- Marianne treats a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory conditions. This includes issues such as back and neck pain, joint problems like arthritis or post-surgical recovery, sports injuries such as shoulder pain or knee sprains, and nerve pain. Her treatments often involve therapeutic ultrasound, modalities like NMES and FES, and patient education to help you reach your functional goals.
CLSC DE MATANE
349, Avenue Saint-Jérôme
Matane, QC G4W 3A8
Phone: (418) 562-5741
Marianne Savard 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.