Maxime Potvin

Maxime Potvin provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Common Msk

• Wrist and Hand Pain (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain's Tenosynovitis, Strains): Symptoms in your hand or wrist that impact your ability to perform your job, hobbies, or essential self-care tasks, addressed by specialized hand physiotherapy.
• Shoulder Pain (e.g., Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy, Impingement, Frozen Shoulder/Adhesive Capsulitis): Difficulty with activities like reaching for objects, dressing, personal care, or carrying items due to underlying shoulder issues, which physiotherapy can help diagnose and treat.
• Knee Pain (e.g., Patellofemoral Syndrome, Meniscal Issues - conservative, Ligament Sprains): Pain, swelling, clicking, locking, or instability in or around the knee joint from various causes like ligament sprains (e.g., ACL, MCL), meniscal tears (managed conservatively), or patellofemoral (kneecap) pain.

Post Surgical

• 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.
• Post-Fracture Fixation Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., ORIF): Targeted physiotherapy to help you recover from operatively treated fractures, addressing common issues like joint stiffness, muscle weakness, swelling, pain, and functional limitations in the affected limb.

Arthritis

• Gout (Management of Musculoskeletal Impairments): Physiotherapy to address residual joint stiffness, pain, swelling, and functional loss after an acute gout attack has subsided, or to help manage musculoskeletal impairments and tophi-related issues associated with chronic gout, always in conjunction with appropriate medical management for urate control.
• Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS): A type of chronic inflammatory arthritis primarily affecting the spine (especially the sacroiliac joints and vertebrae), leading to pain, stiffness, and potential fusion of vertebrae, which can result in a stooped posture if not managed.
• Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): An inflammatory arthritis that can affect some people with psoriasis (a skin condition), causing joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and sometimes affecting tendons (enthesitis) and ligaments. Can affect small or large joints, often asymmetrically, and sometimes the spine.

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

• Personalized Therapeutic Exercise Prescription: Development of a tailored therapeutic exercise program by your Physiotherapist, focused on your specific rehabilitation needs, strength goals, flexibility improvements, balance, and overall conditioning.
• General Reconditioning & Fitness Programs: Graded exercise programs designed to improve your overall physical fitness, endurance, strength, and functional capacity, especially beneficial after illness, surgery, or periods of prolonged inactivity.
• 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.
• Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Assessment: A complete assessment of your musculoskeletal system to pinpoint issues, set clear rehabilitation goals, and get you started on the path to recovery.
• Stretching & Flexibility Programs: Personalized programs incorporating various stretching techniques (e.g., static, dynamic, PNF) to alleviate stiffness, increase tissue extensibility, and promote better posture.
• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: A progressive program designed to build a strong and stable core, improving your body's foundation for all movements and reducing strain on other structures.

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

• Many patients have found lasting relief from feeling like my posture is hunched or rounded, causing discomfort and achieved improved breathing mechanics and capacity through postural correction under the skilled care of Maxime. This renewed physical ability often allows them to re-engage with beloved activities such as going on enjoyable fishing or camping trips again with a new lease on life.
• When dealing with ongoing pain and stiffness after a car accident, like whiplash is limiting your lifestyle and preventing you from doing easily carrying groceries in from the car in one or two trips, physiotherapy with Maxime can help you work towards feeling less fatigued during physical activities and throughout the day. The aim is to restore optimal function so you can comfortably and safely return to the things you love.
• Don't let managing stiffness, tremors, and movement challenges with Parkinson's disease dictate what you can and cannot do. Maxime offers physiotherapy solutions aimed at sleeping more soundly through the night due to reduced pain and discomfort, helping you reclaim using garden tools effectively and without pain and enjoy a more functional life.

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

Maxime practices at Kinatex Saint-Lambert, situated in a modern clinic located in the heart of the central Saint-Lambert neighborhood of Saint-Lambert. The clinic is conveniently positioned near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access comprehensive care. With excellent public transportation options nearby, patients can reach the clinic with ease via local transit routes. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiothérapeute in QC?

Patients in Quebec can typically see a Physiothérapeute directly without a physician's referral, as direct access to physiotherapy is permitted. However, while a doctor's referral may not be legally required to *see* a Physiothérapeute, some private and extended health insurance plans do require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check the specific requirements of your insurance policy before your first appointment to ensure coverage.

How long do physiotherapy appointments typically last?

Initial assessment appointments generally last between 45 to 60 minutes to allow for a thorough evaluation and discussion. Follow-up treatment sessions are usually shorter, ranging from 30 to 45 minutes. The exact duration depends on your individual needs, the complexity of your condition, and the treatment plan established by your Physiothérapeute.

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 (DEC) focused on the technical application of physiotherapy treatments and supports physiotherapists by implementing treatment plans, assisting with exercises, applying modalities, and reporting progress.

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. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Public coverage may be available for care in hospitals or CLSCs under specific criteria, but for private outpatient physiotherapy, reliance is on private insurance. It is recommended to verify your eligibility directly with RAMQ and consult your insurance plan for details.

I have private health insurance. How does that work with physiotherapy payments?

Many private health insurance plans offer coverage for physiotherapy services, either fully or partially. We advise contacting your insurance provider before your first visit to understand your plan's specifics, including annual maximums, co-payments, referral requirements, and whether direct billing is available. If direct billing is supported by our clinic and your plan, we can bill your insurer directly, reducing your upfront payments. Otherwise, you will receive an official receipt to submit for reimbursement. Please bring your insurance card and policy details to your appointment.

What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?

Physiotherapy, delivered by a qualified Physiothérapeute, is a science-based profession focused on restoring movement and function affected by injury, illness, or disability. It employs techniques such as therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, education, and advice to help you recover, reduce pain, and prevent future issues. Maxime’s goal is to support you in achieving optimal health and independence through personalized care.

Kinatex Saint-Lambert
2, Boulevard Désaulniers, # 300
Saint-Lambert, QC J4P 1L2

Phone: (450) 259-2222

Maxime Potvin 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.