Mayra Nabi Souza Guedes De Tavares E Drumond – Physiotherapist | Montréal, QC

Mayra Nabi Souza Guedes De Tavares E Drumond is a dedicated Physiothérapeute (Geriatric Physiotherapy Focus / Seniors' Health). Practicing at CIUSSS du Nord de-l'Île-de-Montréal (Ct d'hébergement Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci) in Montréal, QC, Mayra is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care that aligns with the standards set by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ). She specializes in addressing the unique health needs of older adults, focusing on improving and maintaining mobility, strength, and balance. Mayra’s approach aims to manage age-related conditions such as arthritis and osteoporosis, reduce fall risk, and enhance overall quality of life and independence for her patients.

Mayra’s scope of practice extends to managing both acute and chronic conditions affecting the heart and lungs, including COPD, asthma, bronchiectasis, post-operative cardiac or respiratory recovery, and post-COVID symptoms. Her interventions often involve breathing exercises, airway clearance techniques, tailored exercise prescriptions, and patient education. With a compassionate and evidence-based approach, Mayra strives to empower her patients to regain confidence in their daily movements and activities, fostering a sense of autonomy and well-being.

Having completed her degree in Physiotherapy, Mayra has developed extensive clinical experience and remains committed to ongoing professional development. She has cultivated a particular interest in Geriatric Physiotherapy and Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy, ensuring her practices are grounded in current, evidence-based methodologies. Fluent in French and Portuguese, Mayra communicates with her diverse patient population effectively, ensuring clear understanding and collaborative care.

Mayra Nabi Souza Guedes De Tavares E Drumond provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Vestibular Balance

• Vestibular Hypofunction (Unilateral or Bilateral): Individualized exercise programs including gaze stabilization exercises (e.g., VORx1, VORx2), habituation exercises (for motion sensitivity), and balance retraining to improve function when the vestibular system is impaired.
• 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.
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Effective, non-invasive treatment for positional dizziness and vertigo using specific head and body movements performed by a trained Vestibular Physiotherapist.
• Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD / 3PD): Addressing chronic subjective dizziness and unsteadiness through targeted rehabilitation designed to reduce symptoms and improve functional abilities for individuals with PPPD/3PD.

Arthritis

• Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS): Physiotherapy for ankylosing spondylitis focuses on maintaining spinal mobility and flexibility (especially extension), improving posture, strengthening core and back muscles, managing pain, and providing education on self-management and regular exercise.
• Gout (Management of Musculoskeletal Impairments): Helping you regain mobility, reduce discomfort, and improve function in affected joints after a gout episode, as part of your overall gout management plan.

Common Msk

• Low Back Pain (Acute or Chronic): Common back problems that can impact your posture, ability to perform daily activities, and overall mobility, addressed with targeted physiotherapy.
• Ankle Sprains and Instability: Weakness, a feeling of the ankle 'giving way' repeatedly, or persistent pain after an initial sprain, indicating a need for targeted physiotherapy to restore stability and function.
• Muscle Strains and Tears: Common injuries in active individuals, athletes, or resulting from accidents, leading to localized pain, swelling, bruising, and weakness in the affected muscle (e.g., hamstring, calf, quadriceps, groin, rotator cuff).

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

• Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programs: Enhancing daily function, reducing symptoms like shortness of breath and fatigue, and improving the quality of life for people with ongoing lung disease through tailored exercise and education.
• Home-Based Physiotherapy Visits (Mobile Physio): In-home rehabilitation programs tailored to your living space and functional needs, helping you regain independence with daily activities, manage pain, and improve mobility where you live.
• Balance Training & Falls Prevention Programs: Targeted exercises and strategies designed by your Physiotherapist to improve your stability, coordination, lower limb strength, and body awareness (proprioception), thereby reducing your risk of falls, particularly beneficial for older adults or individuals with balance impairments.
• Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy (e.g., COPD, Asthma, Post-Pneumonia, Post-Cardiac Event Support): Specialized care for heart and lung conditions, focusing on functional improvement, symptom management, and empowering you with strategies for better respiratory and cardiac health. Also includes recovery support after pneumonia or other significant respiratory infections.
• Post-COVID-19 Condition / Long COVID Rehabilitation: Physiotherapy management for individuals experiencing persistent symptoms following COVID-19 infection (Long COVID), such as profound fatigue, breathlessness, muscle weakness, joint pain, 'brain fog' (cognitive difficulties), POTS symptoms, and exercise intolerance.
• Tele-Rehabilitation / Virtual Physiotherapy Consultations: Receiving personalized physiotherapy care online through secure and interactive video sessions with your qualified Physiotherapist, including real-time exercise correction and tailored advice.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Mayra. 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 CIUSSS du Nord de-l'Île-de-Montréal (Ct d'hébergement Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci), physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Mayra frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• The path to recovery from feeling like my posture is hunched or rounded, causing discomfort and achieving a feeling of being 'unstuck' and more supple for peacefully paddling your kayak or canoe on the lake for hours often starts with expert guidance. Mayra, a skilled physiotherapist, provides just that.
• If recurrent dislocations or a feeling of instability in my shoulder or knee is preventing you from fully enjoying playing in your competitive volleyball league again, Mayra offers expert guidance and tailored treatment. Physiotherapy focuses on attaining a smooth and confident transition back to their work duties, often utilizing targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education to help you regain your previous level of function.
• Struggling with the frustration of feeling unsteady on my feet or experiencing dizziness and balance problems? Mayra develops individualized physiotherapy programs specifically aimed at achieving a renewed sense of vitality and enthusiasm for daily activities. This is key to helping you get back to doing dressing myself independently and without difficulty, including shoes and socks with confidence and significantly reduced discomfort.

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

Mayra practices at the CIUSSS du Nord de-l'Île-de-Montréal (Ct d'hébergement Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci), a well-equipped public healthcare facility situated in the heart of Montréal’s central neighborhood. The clinic is conveniently located near local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access comprehensive healthcare support. The facility is accessible via multiple public transit routes, including bus and métro lines, ensuring ease of travel for most patients. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?

Manual therapy refers to specialized hands-on techniques used by a Physiothérapeute to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. This can include joint mobilization (gentle, rhythmic gliding movements), joint manipulation (skilled, high-velocity, low-amplitude thrusts, where appropriate and within the therapist's scope and with your consent), various soft tissue mobilization techniques (like massage, myofascial release, trigger point release), and neural mobilization (gentle techniques to improve nerve movement). The primary goals are to reduce pain, improve range of motion, restore optimal joint mechanics, reduce muscle tension, and enhance tissue repair and function.

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

In Quebec, patients can typically access a Physiothérapeute directly without a physician's referral, a process known as direct access. However, while a referral is not legally required to receive physiotherapy services, some private or extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check with your insurance provider before your first appointment to understand their specific requirements.

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

Many private health insurance plans offer full or partial coverage for registered physiotherapy services. We recommend you contact your insurance provider directly before your first appointment to understand the specifics of your plan. Key things to check are: your annual maximum for physiotherapy, any per-visit limits or co-payments, whether a doctor’s referral is required for reimbursement, and if your plan allows for direct billing by the clinic. If our clinic offers direct billing and your plan permits it, we can often bill your insurer directly for the covered portion. You would then be responsible for any co-payment or remaining balance not covered by your plan at the time of service. Please bring your insurance card and all necessary policy details to your first appointment. If direct billing is not possible, we will provide you with an official receipt that you can submit to your insurer.

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. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or use private insurance. Care received directly within a public hospital or CLSC, if meeting their criteria, might be covered, but outpatient private physiotherapy is usually not. It is recommended to verify your eligibility directly with RAMQ and check your private insurance plans for coverage.

What is the difference between a Physiothérapeute and a Physiotherapy Technologist in Quebec?

A Physiothérapeute in Quebec holds a university master’s degree in physiotherapy and is authorized to perform assessments, establish diagnoses, create and modify treatment plans, and perform a wide range of interventions independently. A Technologue en physiothérapie holds a college-level (CEGEP) diploma and works under the supervision of a physiotherapist or physician, applying prescribed treatments and guiding exercises but does not diagnose or independently plan treatments. Both are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

What should I expect during my first physiotherapy appointment?

During your first visit, the Physiothérapeute will conduct a detailed evaluation, including a discussion about your symptoms, medical history, and personal goals. A physical assessment will be performed to identify the cause of your condition and assess your capabilities. The therapist will then explain their findings, collaborate with you to set treatment goals, and outline a treatment plan. You may receive initial advice, exercises, or hands-on treatment to start your recovery.

CIUSSS du Nord de-l'Ile-de-Montréal (Ct d'hébergement Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci)
555, Boulevard Gouin O
Montréal, QC H3L 1K5

Phone: (514) 331-3020

Mayra Nabi Souza Guedes De Tavares E Drumond 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.