About
Maude Després-Côté is a dedicated Physiothérapeute practicing at Action Sport Physio (Laval Ouest) in Laval, QC. She 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). Maude’s approach is rooted in understanding each patient’s unique needs and working collaboratively to develop personalized treatment plans that promote recovery, improve mobility, and enhance overall well-being.
With a focus on addressing a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional conditions, Maude assists individuals in recovering function, managing symptoms, and improving their quality of life after neurological events such as stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, Multiple Sclerosis, or Parkinson's Disease. Her comprehensive care includes acute injury management, chronic pain relief, arthritis support, and post-operative rehabilitation for adults and seniors, ensuring that her patients regain confidence and independence in their daily activities.
Maude completed her degree in Physiotherapy and has gained valuable clinical experience, which she continuously enhances through ongoing professional development. She has developed particular expertise and interest in Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy as well as Neurological Physiotherapy. Her practice philosophy emphasizes a collaborative, evidence-based approach, actively involving patients in their treatment goals. Maude is fluent in French and English, enabling her to communicate effectively with a diverse community of patients.
Maude Després-Côté provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
Neurological
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) / Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Rehabilitation: Tailored rehabilitation programs focusing on restoring physical abilities, managing secondary complications, and improving quality of life for individuals post-TBI or ABI.
- Muscular Dystrophy / Myopathy - Supportive Physiotherapy Care: Physiotherapy aimed at maintaining optimal function, managing contractures (joint stiffness), optimizing mobility (including prescription of mobility aids), adapting activities, and managing respiratory function (if applicable) for individuals with progressive muscle weakness due to muscular dystrophy or other myopathies.
Joint Pain
- Tendinopathy/Tendonitis (e.g., Achilles, Patellar, Rotator Cuff, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow): Inflammation (tendinitis) or, more commonly, degeneration (tendinosis/tendinopathy) of tendons, leading to localized pain that typically worsens with activity or loading of the tendon.
- Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): Commonly known as 'wear-and-tear' arthritis, this condition affects various joints, often worsening with age, overuse, or previous injury, and can significantly impact daily function.
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.
- 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.
- Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): A range of neck and related symptoms including pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and sometimes arm pain or cognitive difficulties, following a rapid acceleration-deceleration injury to the neck, most typically from a motor vehicle accident.
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Maude can assess your needs.
- Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Specialized workouts to enhance your core strength, stability, and endurance, which are crucial for injury prevention, back health, and efficient performance in daily activities and sports.
- Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation and Performance: Customized strength training to address specific weaknesses identified in your assessment, helping to correct imbalances, improve movement efficiency, and achieve your physical objectives.
- Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: A carefully selected set of exercises specific to your condition and abilities, aimed at restoring function, reducing pain, improving movement, and preventing future issues.
- Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Education and instruction on effective and safe stretching techniques to help you maintain or improve your body's flexibility and joint mobility.
- Neurological Rehabilitation (e.g., Stroke, MS, Parkinson's, Acquired Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury): Evidence-based neurological rehabilitation focused on harnessing neuroplasticity, motor learning principles, and task-specific training to help regain lost skills and adapt to new ways of moving.
- General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: Comprehensive exercise plans developed by your Physiotherapist to combat deconditioning, enhance overall physical well-being, and promote an active lifestyle.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Maude. 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 Action Sport Physio (Laval Ouest), physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Maude frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- Maude frequently assists patients in overcoming the effects of shoulder pain that makes simple things like lifting my arm or reaching overhead difficult. A carefully designed physiotherapy program, potentially including specialized manual techniques and progressive exercises, targets enjoying less stiffness in the mornings and throughout the day and supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like operating machinery or tools safely and efficiently at work.
- Struggling with the frustration of recovering from a burn and needing help with scar mobility and movement? Maude develops individualized physiotherapy programs specifically aimed at achieving a significantly reduced risk of falling, enhancing safety and independence. This is key to helping you get back to doing hitting the slopes for a full day of skiing or snowboarding in winter with confidence and significantly reduced discomfort.
- Many individuals seek help from Maude, their physiotherapist, when recovering my strength and mobility after a knee or hip replacement surgery starts impacting daily life. Through a personalized physiotherapy plan, they often achieve waking up feeling more refreshed with considerably less pain and stiffness, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like attending concerts or theatre shows and sitting comfortably throughout.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Maude, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Maude practices at Action Sport Physio (Laval Ouest), situated in the Laval-sur-le-Lac neighborhood of Laval. The clinic is conveniently located near Place Bell (Arena/Theatre) and is easily accessible via the Société de transport de Laval (STL). This private health establishment offers excellent accessibility options, ensuring that patients can reach their appointments comfortably. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.
- What are Action Sport Physio (Laval Ouest)'s operating hours?
- Action Sport Physio (Laval Ouest) 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 (XXX) XXX-XXXX or check our website/online booking portal for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.
- Does Action Sport Physio (Laval Ouest) offer direct billing to private insurance companies?
- Yes, Action Sport Physio (Laval Ouest) 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 your appointment. We recommend confirming your coverage and any specific requirements with your insurance provider prior to your visit.
- 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, make diagnoses, and develop comprehensive treatment plans. They can perform advanced procedures if qualified. A Technologue en physiothérapie holds a college diploma focused on technical applications, assisting in treatment implementation, patient exercises, modalities, and reporting progress under supervision.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiothérapeute in QC?
- In Quebec, patients can typically see a Physiothérapeute via direct access without a physician's referral. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to verify the specific requirements of your insurance plan before your appointment.
- Is there anything specific I should bring to my first physiotherapy appointment?
- Please bring your health card, any relevant doctor’s referral, results of imaging tests, a list of medications, and your insurance information for direct billing if applicable. Wearing comfortable clothes is also recommended to facilitate examination and treatment.
- What is Action Sport Physio (Laval Ouest)'s appointment cancellation policy?
- We kindly request at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Late cancellations or missed appointments with insufficient notice may incur a fee of 50% of the session cost or a set fee, as per clinic policy. Please contact us promptly if you need to make changes.
- 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. Coverage is usually limited to services received within public hospitals or CLSCs under specific conditions. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or use private insurance. It is recommended to check your individual eligibility with RAMQ and verify your private insurance coverage for physiotherapy services.
Action Sport Physio (Laval Ouest)
2316, Rue Desserte O, Chomedey (a-13)
Laval, QC H7X 4G8
Phone: (450) 241-0220 | Website: https://actionsportphysio.com/fr/clinique-physiotherapie-laval-ouest
Maude Després-Côté 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.