Mélanie Robinson – Physiotherapist | Saint-Jérôme, QC

Mélanie Robinson is a dedicated Physiothérapeute practicing at CISSS des Laurentides in Saint-Jérôme, QC. Mélanie is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care that adheres to the standards set by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ). Her approach emphasizes a comprehensive assessment and tailored treatment plans to address a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries, pain conditions, and movement dysfunctions. Mélanie’s focus is on helping patients of all ages, including adults and seniors, restore function, reduce pain, and enhance their overall quality of life.

With a solid educational foundation and extensive clinical experience, Mélanie completed her degree in Physiotherapy and continually pursues professional development through evidence-based practices. Her expertise encompasses various physiotherapy modalities and techniques designed to optimize recovery and promote long-term wellness. Mélanie’s dedication to her patients is reflected in her personalized care approach, ensuring each individual receives effective and compassionate treatment.

Promoting preventative care and long-term health, Mélanie empowers her patients through clear education about their conditions and practical self-management strategies. She believes in fostering an environment of trust and collaboration, helping patients actively participate in their recovery journey. Mélanie is fluent in English and French, enabling her to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population and ensure understanding of treatment plans and health education.

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

Joint Pain

• Osteoarthritis (Knee, Hip, Spine, Hands, Other Joints): Joint pain, aching, and functional limitation due to the progressive loss of cartilage, which physiotherapy can help manage through exercise, education, and pain relief strategies.
• 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).

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.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Post-traumatic neck pain, restricted movement, and associated issues common after car accidents, which benefit from early and appropriate physiotherapy intervention.
• 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.

Sports Injury

• Muscle Strains (e.g., Hamstring, Calf, Groin, Quadriceps, Rotator Cuff): Acute pain, swelling, bruising, localized tenderness, and weakness in a muscle, often occurring during activities like sprinting, jumping, lifting, or throwing.
• IT Band Syndrome (Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome): Sharp or burning pain on the outer side of the knee that often starts gradually and worsens with continued activity, sometimes radiating up the thigh or down the leg.
• Ligament Sprains (e.g., ACL, MCL, PCL, Ankle Ligaments): Stretching or tearing of ligaments (the strong, fibrous bands that connect bones to each other at joints) due to sudden force, twisting, overstretching, or impact. Common in sports involving jumping, cutting, pivoting, or collisions. Examples include ACL/MCL tears in the knee or common ankle sprains.
• Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee / Anterior Knee Pain): A common overuse injury in active individuals and athletes, sometimes referred to as 'runner's knee' or 'anterior knee pain', often related to biomechanical issues in how the kneecap tracks.

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

• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: The application of specific wavelengths of light energy (cold laser) by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and accelerate tissue repair and regeneration at a cellular level.
• 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.
• 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): Cold therapy techniques applied by your therapist to effectively alleviate acute pain, reduce inflammation, and manage muscle soreness or spasm.
• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: A non-invasive physiotherapy modality that uses sound energy to stimulate cellular activity, enhance circulation, and support tissue recovery from injury or inflammation.
• 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.

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

• Living with clicking, popping, or pain in my jaw (TMJ issues) when I eat or talk doesn't have to be your norm. Mélanie applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards being able to climb stairs with ease and confidence once again, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of managing the physical demands of your job without constant pain.
• Patients often come to Mélanie feeling defeated by numbness, tingling, or weakness in my hands, arms, feet, or legs. With a supportive and targeted physiotherapy approach, achieving implementing practical strategies to avoid re-injury during work or daily life and resuming returning to dancing, whether it's ballet, salsa, or just for fun becomes a realistic and attainable goal.
• Mélanie believes that everyone deserves to move well and feel their best. If an old ankle sprain that never seems to fully heal and still feels weak is hindering your ability to getting back to golfing 18 holes without your back acting up, a personalized plan focusing on improved joint health and a slowing of degenerative processes through better biomechanics can make all the difference.

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

Mélanie's practice is situated at the CISSS des Laurentides in Saint-Jérôme, QC, located in the Downtown Saint-Jérôme, Saint-Antoine Sector neighborhood. The facility is an Ressource de type intermédiaire (RI) (milieu public) and is conveniently positioned near the Vieille Gare (Museum). It is easily accessible via exo (Secteur Laurentides - Bus). Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Free patient parking is typically available on-site or nearby.

How can I book an appointment at CISSS des Laurentides?

You can book an appointment by calling our clinic directly at (438) 831-5238 during our business hours. Many of our practitioners also offer the convenience of online booking through our website at https://www.santelaurentides.gouv.qc.ca/. Our friendly reception team will be happy to assist you in finding a suitable appointment time with the right physiotherapist for your needs.

What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?

In physiotherapy, manual therapy encompasses a range of 'hands-on' interventions. Mélanie may use techniques such as joint mobilizations, soft tissue massage, and manipulations to help reduce your pain, improve joint mobility, relax tight muscles, and facilitate nerve mobility. These approaches are integral to helping your body move better and recover effectively.

What is the difference between a Physiothérapeute (Physiotherapist) 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 may perform advanced procedures if qualified. A Technologue en physiothérapie has a college diploma (DEC) focused on technical application, assisting in implementing treatment plans, guiding exercises, applying modalities, and reporting progress under supervision.

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. Some coverage may exist if care is received through public hospitals or CLSCs under specific conditions. It is advisable to verify your eligibility directly with RAMQ and check your private extended health insurance plans, as many offer coverage for physiotherapy services in private clinics.

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, a process known as direct access. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is recommended to check your insurance policy details before your first appointment to ensure coverage.

CISSS des Laurentides
1000, Rue Labelle
Saint-Jérôme, QC J7Z 5N6

Phone: (438) 831-5238 | Website: https://www.santelaurentides.gouv.qc.ca/

Mélanie Robinson 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.