Michèle Daumas

Michèle Daumas provides skilled Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Other Common

• Support for Autoimmune Conditions (e.g., Hashimoto's, Lupus, MS - Adjunctive Care): Focusing on harmonizing Yin and Yang, clearing pathogenic factors (like Heat or Damp), nourishing deficient substances (Qi, Blood, Yin, Yang), and resolving stagnation to support overall systemic balance.
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME) & Adrenal Fatigue Support (TCM): Natural and comprehensive solutions for combating persistent, debilitating tiredness, improving energy production, and enhancing overall resilience and quality of life.

Respiratory Allergy Immune

• Weak Immune System & Recurrent Infections: A proactive and preventative TCM approach to enhance your body's natural defense mechanisms, reduce susceptibility to illness, and promote robust, long-term immunity.
• Common Cold, Flu & Viral Infections (Prevention & Accelerated Recovery): Natural support for strengthening your immunity, reducing susceptibility to common infections, and helping you recover more quickly and completely when you do get sick.

Pain Musculoskeletal

• Chronic & Acute Pain (e.g., Low Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Knee Pain, Sciatica): Acupuncture and other TCM therapies to effectively manage various types of musculoskeletal pain, reduce inflammation, improve mobility, and accelerate healing, whether the pain is a recent injury or a long-standing issue.
• Neuropathic Pain & Peripheral Neuropathy (e.g., Diabetic Neuropathy Support, Post-Herpetic Neuralgia): Acupuncture, electroacupuncture, and related therapies to relieve radiating nerve pain, numbness, tingling, burning, or weakness associated with conditions like sciatica or peripheral neuropathy by improving microcirculation, reducing nerve inflammation, and promoting nerve regeneration.

This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. TCM diagnosis is based on individual patterns, so if your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Michèle can assess your needs.

• Electroacupuncture: A form of acupuncture where a small, gentle, and continuous electrical current is passed between pairs of acupuncture needles to enhance stimulation of acupoints and therapeutic effects, particularly effective for chronic pain, neurological conditions, and muscle spasm.
• Acupressure & Meridian Therapy: A non-invasive TCM technique that uses manual pressure on acupoints to address various health concerns, often taught for self-care or used as part of a broader TCM treatment.
• Gua Sha (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization - TCM): A therapeutic technique involving the gentle but firm scraping of lubricated skin with a smooth-edged tool (e.g., jade, horn, ceramic spoon) to stimulate microcirculation of the soft tissue, which releases muscle tension, breaks down adhesions and scar tissue, reduces pain and inflammation, and promotes healing and detoxification by releasing 'Sha' (stagnant blood and metabolic waste).
• Motor Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling (TCM & Functional): Acupuncture techniques focused on deactivating muscle knots and relieving musculoskeletal pain by stimulating specific reactive points in muscles and fascia.
• Acupuncture Treatment (Body Acupuncture): A therapeutic technique involving strategic needling of acupoints to restore balance between Yin and Yang, treating a wide range of health conditions from musculoskeletal pain to internal medicine disorders.
• Tui Na (Chinese Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork): Therapeutic massage techniques integrated with acupressure, joint mobilization, and stretching to address pain, tension, stress, and promote overall physical and energetic well-being.
• Moxibustion (Moxa Therapy): A warming therapy using various forms of moxa (e.g., moxa sticks, cones, moxa boxes) to promote circulation, relieve pain (especially cold-type pain like arthritis), boost immunity, and enhance the effects of acupuncture treatment.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Michèle, or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.

All services are provided in accordance with the scope of practice for Registered Acupuncturists in QC and the standards set by The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

At Clinique Francoeur, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health, well-being, and daily activities. Michèle frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Restoring harmony is key in TCM. For feeling stressed out, anxious, overwhelmed, or panicky most of the time, Michèle crafts treatments to achieve a substantial increase in overall energy levels, vitality, and stamina throughout the day, supporting a return to activities like attending concerts or theatre shows and sitting comfortably throughout with comfort and confidence.
• If ringing in the ears (tinnitus) that's bothersome is preventing you from fully enjoying feeling energetic enough to engage in social activities in the evenings, Michèle offers skilled acupuncture and TCM care. Treatment focuses on a noticeable reduction in muscle tension, tightness, and related discomfort or stiffness, often utilizing acupuncture, herbal remedies (if R.TCMP), and lifestyle advice to help you regain balance and function.
• Dealing with the ongoing challenges of frequent colds, feeling like my immune system is weak, or taking a long time to recover from illness? Michèle works collaboratively with patients to reach the goal of experiencing markedly fewer and less severe menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, and mood changes. This might involve specific acupuncture protocols, cupping, or moxibustion, all aimed at helping you confidently resume swimming laps at the pool for fitness and relaxation.
• If uncomfortable menopause symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, or mood changes is affecting your ability to participate in running their usual 5k route without knee or back pain, Michèle's TCM approach aims for feeling empowered with practical self-care techniques, such as acupressure, moxibustion for home use, or specific TCM dietary advice, helping you to regain your stride.

Your personalized TCM treatment plan, developed with Michèle, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives using a holistic and time-tested approach.

Située au cœur du quartier central de Joliette, Clinique Francoeur offre un environnement paisible et accessible pour votre soin en acupuncture et médecine traditionnelle chinoise. La clinique se trouve à proximité des centres communautaires locaux et des parcs publics, facilitant l’accès via les réseaux de transport en commun locaux. Notre établissement est conçu pour accueillir confortablement tous les patients, avec des options de stationnement généralement accessibles, pour que votre expérience soit aussi sereine que possible.

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

Patients in Quebec can typically consult a Registered Acupuncteur (Ac.) or Registered TCM Practitioner directly without a physician's referral, thanks to the concept of direct access. However, it is important to verify with your private or extended health insurance provider, as some plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. Michèle advises patients to check their individual insurance policies to understand coverage details.

Are Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine services covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC?

Acupuncture and TCM services provided by a Registered Acupuncteur (R.Ac) or Registered TCM Practitioner (R.TCMP) in private clinics are generally not covered by RAMQ. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket for these services. It is recommended to consult your private or extended health insurance plans, as many offer varying levels of coverage for registered practitioners. Coverage details can differ widely depending on your insurance plan.

What is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and how can a Registered Acupuncturist help?

Traditional Chinese Medicine is a comprehensive medical system used for thousands of years to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness. It includes therapies such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, Tui Na massage, cupping, moxibustion, and lifestyle advice. A Registered Acupuncteur uses these tools to identify and correct imbalances in the body’s Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang, promoting harmony and long-term health. This holistic approach addresses the root causes of health issues, supporting overall well-being.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture involves inserting very fine, sterile needles into specific points called acupoints along meridians to stimulate the flow of Qi. This can help reduce pain, alleviate stress, improve sleep, regulate bodily functions, and boost the immune system. Many patients experience a sense of relaxation during treatments, and it encourages the body’s natural healing processes.

Does acupuncture hurt? Are the needles safe?

Most people find acupuncture to be a comfortable experience. The needles are very thin, and many feel little to no discomfort during insertion. Common sensations include a dull ache or tingling, which indicate effective stimulation. Practitioners are trained in safe needling techniques and use sterile, single-use needles to prevent infection. If you experience any pain, inform your practitioner immediately.

What are Qi and Meridians in TCM?

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Qi is the vital energy or life force that flows through the body via specific pathways called meridians. These pathways connect internal organs with the exterior, including muscles and skin. Acupuncture points along these meridians are used to access and influence Qi flow, helping to restore balance and support health.

Clinique Francoeur
200, rue Beaudry Nord
Joliette, QC, J6E 6A6

Phone: (450) 752-4007

Michèle Daumas is regulated by the Professional Code (Quebec) in QC and is a registered member of The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

Registration Number: A-043-18

Registration can typically be verified with The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are holistic therapies. It is recommended to also consult with your medical doctor for diagnosis of serious conditions and for emergency medical care. TCM can often complement conventional treatments effectively.