Marie-Pierre Ricard

Marie-Pierre Ricard provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Concussion

• Concussion / Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) & Post-Concussion Syndrome: Physiotherapy for concussion recovery, focusing on symptom management, restoring normal function, and preventing long-term complications through evidence-based interventions.

Joint Pain

• Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Pain, tenderness, swelling, and dysfunction in a tendon (the strong cords that attach muscles to bones) due to overuse, repetitive strain, injury, or degeneration. Common sites include the Achilles, patellar tendon (knee), rotator cuff (shoulder), or elbow (tennis/golfer's elbow).
• Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): A degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of cartilage and underlying bone, leading to pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility in affected joints like the knees, hips, spine, or hands.

Vestibular Balance

• Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD / 3PD): A common cause of chronic dizziness that can be helped with specific physiotherapy strategies aimed at desensitizing the brain to provocative stimuli and normalizing reliance on sensory inputs.
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Resolving the spinning sensations caused by BPPV quickly and effectively through targeted canalith repositioning techniques, often providing immediate relief.
• General Balance Deficits and Increased Fall Risk: Practical strategies, exercises, and environmental modification advice to improve your balance, prevent falls, and maintain your independence and activity levels.
• Vestibular Hypofunction (Unilateral or Bilateral): Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) for inner ear balance problems, involving customized exercises that promote central nervous system compensation and adaptation to the weakened vestibular input.

This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Marie-Pierre 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.
• Concussion / Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) Management & Rehabilitation: Specialized physiotherapy to address persistent concussion symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, balance problems, visual disturbances, and difficulty concentrating or tolerating activity.
• Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Manual treatments specifically designed to improve joint mechanics, alleviate discomfort, reduce stiffness, and enhance your range of motion in the spine or limbs.
• Neural Mobilization Techniques (Nerve Gliding): Improving the mobility and health of your nervous system to reduce pain, restore sensation, and enhance overall function.
• Balance Training & Falls Prevention Programs: Comprehensive assessment of your fall risk factors with individualized interventions, including balance exercises, strength training, gait re-training, and home safety advice to help you prevent falls.
• Muscle Energy Techniques (MET): Using controlled isometric and isotonic muscle contractions, as directed by your Physiotherapist, to address joint restrictions and muscle imbalances effectively.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Marie-Pierre. 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 MARIE-PIERRE RICARD, PHYSIOTHERAPEUTE, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Marie-Pierre frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Through personalized physiotherapy at Marie-Pierre's clinic, common concerns like widespread muscle pain and fatigue that my doctor thinks might be fibromyalgia are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of achieving personal fitness goals that once seemed out of reach. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like taking energetic, long walks with your dog every day.
• The path to recovery from an awkward gait or limping when I walk and achieving getting back to enjoying life's simple pleasures without physical limitations for playing in your competitive volleyball league again often starts with expert guidance. Marie-Pierre, a skilled physiotherapist, provides just that.
• It's truly rewarding for Marie-Pierre to witness patients conquer needing to improve my breathing patterns or lung capacity and experience implementing practical strategies to avoid re-injury during work or daily life. A tailored approach to physiotherapy, focusing on your specific needs, can make a significant difference in your ability to participate in handling your job that involves frequent standing, walking, or bending again.

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

Marie-Pierre's practice at MARIE-PIERRE RICARD, PHYSIOTHERAPEUTE, is situated within a modern private clinic in the central Lac-Beauport neighborhood. The clinic is conveniently located near local community services, pharmacies, and accessible via multiple public transit routes. The facility is designed to accommodate clients with mobility needs, ensuring ease of access for all. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

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. This includes certain restricted activities if they hold the specific attestations (e.g., spinal manipulations, specific needle-based therapies). A Technologue en physiothérapie (Physiotherapy Technologist or Phys. T.) holds a college-level (CEGEP) diploma in physiotherapy technology. They work under the supervision of, or based on a treatment plan established by, a physiotherapist or a physician. Technologists apply prescribed treatment modalities, guide patients through exercises, monitor progress, and adapt interventions within the established plan, but they do not diagnose or independently create treatment plans. Both professions are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

Does MARIE-PIERRE RICARD, PHYSIOTHERAPEUTE offer direct billing to private insurance companies?

Yes, MARIE-PIERRE RICARD, PHYSIOTHERAPEUTE offers direct billing for most major private insurance companies such as Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Green Shield, Blue Cross, etc. Please bring your insurance card and policy details to facilitate the process. Patients are advised to confirm their coverage directly with their insurer, including any annual maximums, per-visit limits, or deductible requirements, as plans vary.

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, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is important to check your insurance policy's specific requirements before your first appointment.

What kind of clothing should I wear to my physiotherapy appointment?

It is recommended to wear or bring clothing that allows unrestricted movement and provides easy access for your physiotherapist to examine or treat the targeted area. For example, shorts for knee issues or a sleeveless top for shoulder concerns. The goal is to facilitate effective assessment and treatment.

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

Generally, physiotherapy services in private clinics are not covered by RAMQ in Quebec. Coverage may be available for services received within public hospitals or CLSCs under specific circumstances. Most outpatient physiotherapy in private clinics is paid out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Patients should verify their eligibility with RAMQ and review their private insurance plans for coverage options.

MARIE-PIERRE RICARD, PHYSIOTHERAPEUTE
144, Chemin des Mélèzes
Lac-Beauport, QC G3B 2B9

Phone: (418) 316-2688

Marie-Pierre Ricard 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.