Matthew Bourgoin-Horne – Physiotherapist | Montréal, QC

Matthew Bourgoin-Horne is a dedicated Physiothérapeute practicing at YMCA du Parc in Montréal, QC. With a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, Matthew aligns his practice with the standards set by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ). His approach focuses on addressing a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and soft tissue conditions, ensuring personalized treatment plans that promote recovery and wellness. Whether managing acute injuries such as sprains and strains, or providing ongoing care for chronic pain, arthritis, or post-surgical rehabilitation, Matthew emphasizes a comprehensive and evidence-based approach tailored to each patient's needs.

Matthew's expertise extends to specialized assessment and treatment for temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ/TMD), orofacial pain, and various headache types, including cervicogenic and tension headaches, especially when these have a musculoskeletal component. His services are designed to serve a diverse clientele, including older children (5+), adolescents, adults, and seniors. Through a thorough understanding of each patient's unique situation, Matthew strives to restore function, reduce pain, and improve overall quality of life.

With a solid educational background and clinical experience, Matthew continuously pursues professional development to stay current with the latest physiotherapy practices. He has developed particular interest and skills in Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and TMJ, Headache, and Orofacial Pain Physiotherapy. His practice philosophy centers on empowering patients through clear education about their conditions and practical self-management strategies, fostering long-term health and prevention. Matthew is fluent in English and French, facilitating effective communication with a diverse patient community.

Matthew Bourgoin-Horne provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Common Msk

• Hip Pain (e.g., Bursitis, Muscle Strains, Labral Issues - conservative): Pain affecting the hip joint and surrounding musculature, which can limit activities like walking, standing for long periods, rising from a chair, or lying on the affected side.
• Muscle Strains and Tears: Damage or tearing of muscle fibers, ranging from a mild overstretch (Grade 1 strain) to a partial or complete rupture (Grade 2 or 3 tear), typically caused by sudden forceful contraction, excessive stretch, or direct trauma.

Back Neck Pain

• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Back or neck pain accompanied by associated limb symptoms (pain, sensory changes, weakness) due to a constricted spinal canal, which physiotherapy can help manage conservatively.
• Herniated Disc / Sciatica / Radiculopathy: Pain, pins and needles, numbness, or weakness in an arm or leg resulting from irritation or compression of a spinal nerve, often managed effectively with physiotherapy techniques like McKenzie method or neural mobilization.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Symptoms resulting from a whiplash injury, which can vary in severity (WAD Grades I-III) and duration, requiring a comprehensive physiotherapy approach for recovery.

Post Surgical

• Post-Spinal Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., Discectomy, Laminectomy, Fusion - with surgeon clearance): Gentle and progressive physiotherapy rehabilitation following spinal surgery (e.g., for disc herniation, spinal stenosis, or spinal fusion), initiated once cleared by your surgeon, to improve mobility, core strength, posture, reduce pain, and safely return to daily activities.
• Post-Hip Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Hip Arthroplasty - THA/PHA): A structured physiotherapy plan to help you recover full function, independence, and confidence in your new hip after replacement surgery.
• Post-ACL or Other Knee Ligament Reconstruction Rehabilitation: A structured, progressive, and goal-oriented physiotherapy rehabilitation program crucial for restoring knee stability, strength, range of motion, and proprioception (joint position sense) after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) or other knee ligament (e.g., PCL, MCL, LCL) reconstructive surgery.

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

• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: Utilizing therapeutic laser to enhance tissue regeneration, reduce pain signals, and manage inflammation as part of your comprehensive physiotherapy care.
• 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.
• 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: The use of specific electrical stimulation devices (IFC or TENS) by your Physiotherapist to provide pain relief, reduce muscle spasm, decrease swelling, or promote muscle activation and re-education.
• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: Ultrasound therapy as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, often used to prepare tissues for manual therapy or exercise, or to manage acute and chronic soft tissue injuries.
• Therapeutic Heat Application: Application of therapeutic heat to prepare tissues for exercise, manual therapy, or stretching, or to manage chronic muscle soreness and joint stiffness.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Matthew. 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 YMCA du Parc, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Matthew frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Matthew believes that everyone deserves to move well and feel their best. If my child walking on their toes most of the time is hindering your ability to playing in your competitive volleyball league again, a personalized plan focusing on a reduction in nerve-related symptoms like tingling or numbness can make all the difference.
• Don't let needing help to get moving again after a long period of illness or inactivity dictate what you can and cannot do. Matthew offers physiotherapy solutions aimed at returning to their workout routine with greater confidence and better performance, helping you reclaim working on detailed woodworking projects in your shop without hand pain and enjoy a more functional life.
• At Matthew's physiotherapy practice, individuals with that nagging tennis elbow (or golfer's elbow) that flares up with activity are guided towards restored joint function, leading to smoother and more coordinated movements. The focus is on enabling you to once again participate fully and comfortably in activities you enjoy, such as challenging myself with indoor or outdoor rock climbing.

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

Matthew practices at YMCA du Parc, situated in the heart of Montréal in a central neighborhood easily accessible by public transit. The clinic is located within a modern, private facility that offers a welcoming environment for patients seeking physiotherapy services. The location is conveniently near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to combine their appointments with other errands. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

Is there anything specific I should bring to my first physiotherapy appointment?

To make your first appointment as smooth and productive as possible, please consider bringing: your health card, any doctor's referral letter (if applicable), results or reports of any imaging tests (X-rays, ultrasounds, MRIs) related to your current condition, a list of any medications you are currently taking, and your extended health benefits information (insurance card/policy number) for direct billing if available at our clinic. Wearing comfortable clothes is also a good idea.

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 Physiothérapeute 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 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.

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, known as 'direct access.' However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is recommended to check with your insurance provider before your appointment to confirm their requirements.

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. However, care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC might be covered if you meet certain criteria. Most patients pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance for outpatient physiotherapy services. It is advisable to verify your eligibility and coverage details with RAMQ and your private insurer.

What types of conditions do Physiothérapeutes at YMCA du Parc treat?

Our Physiothérapeutes treat a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory conditions. This includes, but is not limited to, issues like back and neck pain (e.g., herniated discs, spinal stenosis), joint problems such as arthritis or post-surgical recovery, sports injuries like sprains and strains, and nerve pain. We also have specialists in areas like Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and TMJ, Headache, and Orofacial Pain Physiotherapy. Our treatments often involve modalities such as Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), electrotherapy (NMES, FES), manual therapy, and patient education to help you reach your goals.

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, granting them the autonomy to assess patients, diagnose, and develop comprehensive treatment plans. They can perform advanced procedures if qualified. A Technologue en physiothérapie holds a college diploma (DEC) and plays a vital role in implementing treatment plans, assisting with exercises, and applying modalities under the supervision of a physiotherapist or physician.

YMCA du Parc
5550, Avenue du Parc
Montréal, QC H2V 4H1

Phone: (514) 318-6038

Matthew Bourgoin-Horne 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.