Mylene Lemay

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

Arthritis

• Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS): Specific exercises (e.g., McKenzie exercises, stretching, postural exercises) and strategies to help individuals with ankylosing spondylitis maintain function, reduce stiffness, and prevent long-term spinal changes.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) & Other Inflammatory Arthropathies: Physiotherapy as an important part of a multidisciplinary team approach to managing rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory joint conditions (e.g., ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis), helping to minimize disease impact and maximize quality of life.
• Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): Helping to manage the musculoskeletal aspects of psoriatic disease, working in conjunction with medical management to optimize your physical function and comfort.
• 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.

Neurological

• Functional Neurological Disorders (FND) - Movement Retraining: Supporting individuals with FND to improve their physical function, reduce symptom burden, and enhance participation in daily life activities through specialized physiotherapy.
• Facial Palsy / Bell's Palsy Rehabilitation: Rehabilitation for facial nerve disorders to help restore facial expression, improve function (e.g., eating, speaking, eye closure), and enhance overall facial appearance and confidence.
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) / Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Rehabilitation: Focusing on restoring movement, balance, and independence after a traumatic or acquired brain injury through evidence-based physiotherapy approaches.

Peripheral Nerve

• Peripheral Neuropathy (e.g., Diabetic, Chemotherapy-Induced, Idiopathic): Addressing the physical consequences of nerve damage in the limbs through targeted exercises (e.g., for balance, strength, desensitization), sensory re-education, and advice on appropriate footwear or assistive devices.
• Nerve Entrapments / Compressions (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Sciatica, Meralgia Paresthetica): Alleviating symptoms and improving function for individuals with entrapped nerves through conservative physiotherapy management, helping to avoid more invasive interventions.

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

• Therapeutic Heat Application: The use of moist heat packs, paraffin wax, or other heat sources by your Physiotherapist to relax muscles, increase local blood flow, reduce stiffness, alleviate chronic pain, and improve tissue extensibility.
• Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy): A common physiotherapy treatment for acute injuries, designed to help numb pain, decrease bleeding into the tissues, and minimize secondary hypoxic injury.
• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: A non-invasive electrotherapy modality aimed at reducing pain, muscle guarding, or swelling, and sometimes used for muscle strengthening, as part of your physiotherapy treatment.
• Therapeutic Ultrasound Application: The application of high-frequency sound waves by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to promote deep tissue heating, increase local blood flow, reduce pain, and facilitate the healing process in soft tissues like muscles, tendons, or ligaments.
• 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.
• Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: A non-invasive light therapy used in physiotherapy to treat various musculoskeletal conditions, promote faster healing, reduce pain, and modulate inflammation without generating heat.

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

• Mylene believes that everyone deserves to move well and feel their best. If persistent dizziness that isn't a spinning vertigo but makes me feel unsteady is hindering your ability to doing household chores like vacuuming, mopping, or laundry without pain, a personalized plan focusing on getting their strength back after surgery or a period of inactivity can make all the difference.
• When my baby/child having trouble with their motor skills, like delayed rolling, sitting or walking is limiting your lifestyle and preventing you from doing being able to carry your baby or toddler without straining your back or arms, physiotherapy with Mylene can help you work towards implementing practical strategies to avoid re-injury during work or daily life. The aim is to restore optimal function so you can comfortably and safely return to the things you love.
• The journey to greater confidence when walking, standing, or navigating challenging environments when faced with persistent a noticeable curve in my child's spine or uneven shoulders (scoliosis concerns) is made smoother and more effective with Mylene's expert physiotherapy care, often leading to a fulfilling and active return to pastimes like participating in community events and social gatherings more actively.

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

Physio Alia Santé, where Mylene practices, is situated in the heart of L'Ancienne-Lorette in a modern private clinic facility. The clinic is conveniently located in the central neighborhood, close to local community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access care. The clinic is well-connected by local public transit routes, providing accessible options for patients commuting from various parts of L'Ancienne-Lorette and surrounding areas. 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?

In Quebec, patients can typically see a Physiothérapeute directly without a physician's referral, a practice known as direct access. While a referral may not be legally required to initiate physiotherapy services, some private or extended health insurance plans do require a physician's referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable for patients to verify the specific requirements of their insurance policy before their first appointment to ensure coverage.

What is the difference between a Physiotherapist (Physiothérapeute) and a Physiotherapy Technologist (Technologue en physiothérapie) in Quebec?

In Quebec, a Physiothérapeute holds a university master's degree in physiotherapy and is authorized to perform assessments, establish diagnoses, and create treatment plans. They are autonomous healthcare professionals capable of applying a broad range of interventions. Conversely, a Technologue en physiothérapie holds a college-level diploma and works under the supervision of a physiotherapist or physician, implementing prescribed treatments, guiding exercises, and monitoring progress but cannot diagnose or independently develop treatment plans. Both are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?

Manual therapy comprises hands-on techniques used by Physiothérapeutes to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Techniques include joint mobilizations, joint manipulations, soft tissue mobilizations such as massage and myofascial release, and neural mobilizations. The primary goals are to reduce pain, improve joint mobility, restore optimal tissue function, and promote healing.

Approximately how many physiotherapy sessions will I need?

The number of sessions varies depending on individual needs and condition severity. Some acute issues resolve quickly within a few sessions, while chronic or complex conditions may require longer treatment plans. Mylene will provide an estimated treatment plan after the initial assessment, which will be adjusted as needed during care.

How can I book an appointment at Physio Alia Santé?

You can book an appointment by calling the clinic directly at (418) 874-1144 during business hours. Many practitioners also offer online booking through the clinic's website at axophysio.com. The friendly team will assist in scheduling a suitable appointment with the appropriate physiotherapist for your needs.

Is physiotherapy covered by RAMQ in QC?

Generally, physiotherapy services in private clinics are not covered by RAMQ in Quebec. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Publicly funded physiotherapy may be available in specific situations, such as post-hospitalization or certain programs for seniors or children. It is recommended to verify your eligibility directly with RAMQ and consult your private insurance plan for coverage details.

Physio Alia Santé
6385, Boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel, # 205
L'Ancienne-Lorette, QC G2E 5W2

Phone: (418) 874-1144 | Website: axophysio.com

Mylene Lemay 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.