Ming Zhao Du – Physiotherapist | Sherbrooke, QC

Ming Zhao Du is a dedicated Physiothérapeute. Practicing at Physio Extra Sherbrooke - Cité du Parc in Sherbrooke, QC, Ming is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with the standards of the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ). With a compassionate approach, Ming addresses a wide range of muscle, joint, bone, tendon, and ligament conditions. This includes everything from acute injuries like sprains and strains to chronic pain management, arthritis care, and comprehensive post-operative rehabilitation. Ming also assists individuals in recovering function, improving mobility, managing symptoms, and enhancing quality of life after neurological events or conditions such as stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, Multiple Sclerosis, or Parkinson's Disease.

With a strong educational background and clinical experience, Ming Zhao Du completed their degree in Physiotherapy. Ming is dedicated to ongoing professional development and adheres to evidence-based physiotherapy practices. Over the years, Ming has developed particular skills and a keen interest in Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy as well as Neurological Physiotherapy, ensuring comprehensive care tailored to each patient's unique needs.

Practicing with a collaborative and patient-centered philosophy, Ming works closely with patients to achieve their movement and functional goals. Ming actively involves individuals in their treatment planning and goal setting, ensuring a supportive and empowering environment. Ming is fluent in French, English, and Mandarin, allowing for clear communication and personalized care for diverse patient populations.

Ming Zhao Du provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Peripheral Nerve

• Nerve Entrapments / Compressions (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Sciatica, Meralgia Paresthetica): Physiotherapy for common nerve compression syndromes, including Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (wrist), Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (neck/shoulder), Sciatica (low back/buttock), or Meralgia Paresthetica (outer thigh). Treatment often includes manual therapy, nerve gliding exercises (neural mobilization), postural correction, ergonomic advice, and activity modification.
• Peripheral Neuropathy (e.g., Diabetic, Chemotherapy-Induced, Idiopathic): Physiotherapy focuses on improving balance, strength, sensation (where possible), reducing fall risk, managing pain, and providing education on foot care (especially for diabetic neuropathy) and adaptive strategies.

Vestibular Balance

• General Balance Deficits and Increased Fall Risk: Physiotherapy aimed at improving your balance, coordination, lower limb strength, reaction time, and confidence to reduce your risk of falling and enhance safe mobility in your home and community.
• Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD / 3PD): A chronic functional dizziness disorder characterized by persistent sensations of dizziness, unsteadiness, or non-spinning vertigo (often lasting for 3 months or more), typically exacerbated by upright posture, active or passive motion, or exposure to complex or moving visual environments (e.g., busy supermarkets, scrolling on a screen). Often follows an acute vestibular event, medical illness, or period of psychological distress.
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Brief, often intense, episodes of dizziness or a spinning sensation (vertigo) triggered by specific changes in head position (e.g., rolling over in bed, looking up, bending down), caused by displaced inner ear crystals (otoconia).
• Vestibular Hypofunction (Unilateral or Bilateral): Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) for inner ear balance problems, involving customized exercises that promote central nervous system compensation and adaptation to the weakened vestibular input.

Neurological

• Muscular Dystrophy / Myopathy - Supportive Physiotherapy Care: Supportive physiotherapy care designed to enhance quality of life, manage the physical challenges of various muscle diseases, and promote independence for as long as possible.
• Stroke (CVA) Rehabilitation: Physiotherapy aimed at improving mobility (e.g., walking, transfers), balance, strength, coordination, sensation, and daily function (e.g., dressing, self-care) after a stroke (cerebrovascular accident).
• Functional Neurological Disorders (FND) - Movement Retraining: Physiotherapy as a key component of a multidisciplinary approach for Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder (FND), focusing on movement retraining, normalizing movement patterns that may be abnormal (e.g., tremor, weakness, gait disturbance, dystonia), and improving functional abilities.

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

• Neurological Rehabilitation (e.g., Stroke, MS, Parkinson's, Acquired Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury): Comprehensive physiotherapy programs designed to maximize quality of life and functional abilities for individuals with conditions like stroke (CVA), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson's disease, traumatic or acquired brain injury (TBI/ABI), or incomplete spinal cord injury (SCI).
• Core Stability & Strengthening Training: Targeted exercises focused on strengthening the deep abdominal, back, pelvic floor, and diaphragm muscles to provide better support for your spine, improve posture, enhance balance, and increase movement efficiency.
• 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.
• 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.
• Concussion / Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) Management & Rehabilitation: Comprehensive care for concussion recovery, including initial assessment of symptoms (headache, dizziness, etc.), management of associated neck pain or dysfunction, vestibular and oculomotor (eye movement) rehabilitation, and guided, gradual return-to-learn, work, and sport protocols.
• Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) for Dizziness, Vertigo & Balance Disorders: Customized exercise-based programs (e.g., gaze stabilization, habituation, balance retraining exercises) prescribed by a trained Vestibular Physiotherapist to reduce vestibular symptoms, improve functional balance, decrease fall risk, and enhance confidence in movement.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Ming. 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 Physio Extra Sherbrooke - Cité du Parc, physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Ming frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Patients struggling with working on getting back to normal after a fracture or other surgery can find dedicated and compassionate support from Ming. The therapeutic focus is squarely on achieving implementing practical strategies to avoid re-injury during work or daily life, using a range of physiotherapy services to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as running your usual 5k route without knee pain.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Ming's clinic, common concerns like that burning pain between my shoulder blades from too much computer work are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of enjoying family vacations and outings with more energy and less pain. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like sitting comfortably through a movie at the cinema or a play.
• At Ming's physiotherapy practice, individuals with wrist pain and tingling, possibly from carpal tunnel syndrome, especially at night are guided towards effectively managing chronic pain and reclaiming an active lifestyle. The focus is on enabling you to once again participate fully and comfortably in activities you enjoy, such as taking long photography walks to capture nature or cityscapes.

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

Ming's practice is located at Physio Extra Sherbrooke - Cité du Parc, situated in the Jacques-Cartier (North) neighborhood of Sherbrooke. The clinic is conveniently positioned near the Commercial Corridor North, making it easily accessible for patients from various parts of the city. The clinic is well-connected via the Société de transport de Sherbrooke (STS), ensuring accessible transportation options for everyone. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

What types of conditions do Physiothérapeutes at Physio Extra Sherbrooke - Cité du Parc treat?

Physiothérapeutes at Physio Extra Sherbrooke - Cité du Parc treat a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory conditions. This includes issues like back and neck pain, joint problems such as arthritis or post-surgical recovery, sports injuries, nerve pain, and neurological conditions like stroke, MS, Parkinson's Disease, or brain injury. Their treatments often involve manual therapy, exercise prescription, patient education, and specialized therapies like neurorehabilitation to help patients regain function and improve quality of life.

What should I do if my condition seems to worsen after a physiotherapy session?

Some temporary soreness after physiotherapy is normal, similar to after a workout. However, if your pain significantly worsens, new concerning symptoms develop, or discomfort persists beyond a few days, contact Ming immediately. Open communication allows Ming to adjust your care plan and ensure your safe recovery.

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

In Quebec, patients can generally 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 advisable to check your insurance policy before your first appointment to confirm coverage requirements.

Is physiotherapy covered by the Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC?

Generally, RAMQ does not cover physiotherapy services provided in private clinics. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Care received directly in hospitals or CLSCs might be covered under specific circumstances. It is recommended to verify your eligibility directly with RAMQ and consult your private insurance provider for coverage details.

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, diagnosis, create treatment plans, and perform advanced therapeutic interventions. A Technologue en physiothérapie holds a college-level diploma and works under the supervision of a physiothérapeute, applying prescribed treatments and guiding exercises but does not diagnose or independently develop treatment plans. Both are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

Physio Extra Sherbrooke - Cité du Parc
1812, rue King Ouest
Sherbrooke, QC J1J 2E2

Phone: (819) 563-6222 | Website: https://physioextra.ca/clinique/physioextra-sherbrooke-cite-du-parc/#all

Ming Zhao Du 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.