About
Maricela Garay Clavijo is a dedicated Physiothérapeute practicing at Clinique de physiothérapie de Louiseville in Louiseville, QC. Maricela is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care that aligns with the standards set by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ). Her focus is on delivering comprehensive assessment and treatment for a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal injuries, pain conditions, and movement dysfunctions to help patients of all ages restore function, manage pain, and improve their overall quality of life. Whether working with older children (5+), adolescents, adults, or seniors, Maricela tailors each treatment plan to meet individual needs, emphasizing active recovery and injury prevention.
With a solid educational background and ongoing professional development, Maricela Garay Clavijo completed her degree in Physiotherapy. Her clinical experience has been complemented by a commitment to evidence-based practices, ensuring her patients benefit from the latest advances in physiotherapy. Maricela prioritizes a collaborative approach, working closely with her patients to achieve their movement and wellness goals effectively and safely.
Maricela’s practice philosophy revolves around promoting preventative care and long-term wellness for the Louiseville community through proactive physiotherapy. She believes in empowering her patients through education and active participation in their recovery process. Fluent in French, English, and Spanish, Maricela can effectively communicate with diverse patient populations, ensuring clarity and comfort throughout the physiotherapy journey.
Maricela Garay Clavijo 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): Persistent tendon pain that can interfere with your sports, work, or daily activities, often requiring specific loading programs and advice from a physiotherapist for effective management.
Common Msk
- 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.
- Wrist and Hand Pain (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain's Tenosynovitis, Strains): Disorders affecting hand and wrist function, making daily tasks such as gripping objects, typing, writing, or fine motor activities difficult and painful.
Back Neck Pain
- 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.
- Postural Back/Neck Pain: A common cause of persistent back and neck pain due to the cumulative strain of prolonged sitting, standing, or performing tasks in non-ideal positions.
- Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Symptoms like 'neurogenic claudication' – leg pain, cramping, or heaviness with walking or prolonged standing that typically eases with rest or bending forward (flexion).
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Maricela can assess your needs.
- Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: The application of high-frequency sound waves by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to promote deep tissue heating, increase local blood flow, reduce pain, and facilitate the healing process in soft tissues like muscles, tendons, or ligaments.
- Other Electrotherapy Applications (e.g., NMES, FES): The therapeutic use of different electrical currents by your Physiotherapist to achieve specific physiological effects, such as improving muscle contraction, reducing atrophy, or enhancing functional movement.
- Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: LLLT or 'cold laser' therapy to stimulate your body's natural healing processes, provide pain relief, and improve function in conditions like tendinopathies, arthritis, or soft tissue injuries.
- Therapeutic Heat Application: The use of moist heat packs, paraffin wax, or other heat sources by your Physiotherapist to relax muscles, increase local blood flow, reduce stiffness, alleviate chronic pain, and improve tissue extensibility.
- Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy): A common physiotherapy treatment for acute injuries, designed to help numb pain, decrease bleeding into the tissues, and minimize secondary hypoxic injury.
- Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: Utilizing targeted electrical currents to help alleviate pain, manage discomfort, and support healing in conjunction with other physiotherapy interventions.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Maricela. 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 Clinique de physiothérapie de Louiseville, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Maricela frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- Dealing with the ongoing challenges of my infant having a tilted head or a flat spot on their head (torticollis/plagiocephaly)? Maricela works collaboratively with patients to reach the goal of improved overall mobility, making it easier to navigate their home and community. This might involve specific rehabilitation techniques, hands-on care, and a home program, all aimed at helping you confidently resume important activities, such as easily carrying groceries in from the car in one or two trips.
- When recovering from a painful and limiting work-related injury (WCB/CNESST/WorkSafe claim) is limiting your lifestyle and preventing you from doing peacefully paddling your kayak or canoe on the lake for hours, physiotherapy with Maricela can help you work towards improved ability to lift and carry objects correctly and safely. The aim is to restore optimal function so you can comfortably and safely return to the things you love.
- The path to recovery from difficulty with fine motor skills like buttoning shirts or writing due to hand pain and achieving sleeping more soundly through the night due to reduced pain and discomfort for carrying a backpack or shoulder bag comfortably often starts with expert guidance. Maricela, a skilled physiotherapist, provides just that.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Maricela, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Maricela practices at the Clinique de physiothérapie de Louiseville, situated centrally in the Louiseville neighborhood. The clinic is housed within a private facility that is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access comprehensive care. The location is well-served by local public transit routes, ensuring patients can reach the clinic without hassle. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.
- 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, 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 purposes. It is advisable to check the specific requirements of your insurance policy before your first appointment to ensure coverage.
- What kind of clothing should I wear to my physiotherapy appointment?
- It’s recommended to wear or bring clothing that allows unrestricted movement and provides easy access for your physiotherapist to examine the body part being assessed or treated. For instance, if you have a knee problem, please wear or bring shorts. For shoulder issues, a sleeveless top or a top with loose armholes is often helpful. The goal is to make the assessment and treatment as effective as possible.
- 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. A Technologue en physiothérapie (Physiotherapy Technologist) holds a college-level (CEGEP) diploma and works under the supervision of a physiotherapist or physician, applying prescribed treatment modalities and guiding patients through exercises without diagnosing or creating treatment plans independently. Both are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).
- Is there parking available at or near Clinique de physiothérapie de Louiseville?
- Yes, there is ample free patient parking available directly in front of and beside our building. Look for the designated patient spots. Additional street parking may also be available nearby, and please check local signage for restrictions.
- Is physiotherapy covered by the Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC?
- Generally, physiotherapy services provided in private clinics are not covered by RAMQ. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Care received within public hospitals or CLSCs may be covered under specific circumstances. It is recommended to verify your eligibility directly with RAMQ and consult your private insurance plans for coverage options.
- What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?
- Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession focused on improving movement, function, and overall well-being. A Physiothérapeute uses evidence-based techniques such as targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education to treat injuries, pain, and physical impairments affecting muscles, bones, joints, nerves, and the cardiorespiratory system. It can help reduce pain, increase mobility and strength, recover from surgery, prevent injuries, and enhance quality of life.
Clinique de physiothérapie de Louiseville
285, Avenue Saint-Laurent
Louiseville, QC J5V 1K2
Phone: (819) 228-8348
Maricela Garay Clavijo 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.