Rachel Dara Temper – Physiotherapist | Montréal, QC

Rachel Dara Temper is a dedicated Physiothérapeute. Practicing at Rachel's Mobile Physio in Montréal, QC, Rachel is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) standards. With a focus on addressing a wide range of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, Rachel tailors her treatments to meet each patient's unique needs. Her approach emphasizes active participation, evidence-based practices, and fostering long-term wellness, ensuring her patients regain function, reduce pain, and improve their overall quality of life.

Rachel's scope encompasses managing conditions related to muscles, joints, bones, tendons, and ligaments, including acute injuries such as sprains and strains, as well as chronic ailments like arthritis. She also provides comprehensive post-operative rehabilitation to facilitate recovery following surgeries such as joint replacements or fracture repairs. Additionally, Rachel offers specialized care for neurological conditions, supporting individuals recovering from strokes, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, Multiple Sclerosis, and Parkinson's Disease. Her services are primarily aimed at adults and seniors seeking personalized, effective physiotherapy interventions.

With a solid educational background and ongoing professional development, Rachel has cultivated expertise in orthopedic, musculoskeletal, and neurological physiotherapy. Her practice philosophy centers on promoting preventative care, empowering patients through education, and utilizing the latest evidence to inform her treatments. Rachel is fluent in English and French, enabling her to communicate effectively with Montréal's diverse community and ensure patients feel comfortable and understood during their care journey.

Rachel Dara Temper provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Common Msk

• Neck Pain and Stiffness: Neck problems that interfere with your sleep quality, ability to work comfortably (especially at a desk), or perform everyday tasks without pain.
• Low Back Pain (Acute or Chronic): Pain, discomfort, or stiffness in the lumbar spine region, whether it's a sudden onset or a long-lasting issue affecting your daily life.
• Knee Pain (e.g., Patellofemoral Syndrome, Meniscal Issues - conservative, Ligament Sprains): Knee problems that limit your ability to stay active, perform daily tasks, or enjoy your hobbies, for which physiotherapy offers effective solutions.

Post Surgical

• Post-Hip Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Hip Arthroplasty - THA/PHA): Physiotherapy rehabilitation after total or partial hip replacement surgery, aimed at restoring mobility, strength, balance, and improving your gait pattern, allowing you to perform daily activities safely and effectively.
• Post-Fracture Fixation Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., ORIF): Physiotherapy aimed at restoring movement, strength, and function after surgical repair of broken bones (e.g., Open Reduction Internal Fixation - ORIF, intramedullary nailing), once the fracture site is sufficiently healed and cleared for rehabilitation by your surgeon.
• Post-Knee Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Knee Arthroplasty - TKA/PKA): Comprehensive post-operative recovery guidance following knee replacement, including exercises, manual therapy, and education to ensure you achieve your best possible function.

Peripheral Nerve

• 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.
• Nerve Entrapments / Compressions (e.g., Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Sciatica, Meralgia Paresthetica): Addressing conditions affecting nerves outside the brain and spinal cord, aiming to relieve pressure on the nerve, reduce inflammation, restore normal nerve function, and alleviate symptoms.

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

• Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) for Dizziness, Vertigo & Balance Disorders: Helping you overcome dizziness, vertigo, and unsteadiness with targeted vestibular exercises and strategies, enabling you to return to daily activities with greater stability and comfort.
• Neural Mobilization Techniques (Nerve Gliding): Gentle, specific movements and mobilizations designed to address nerve-related pain (like sciatica or carpal tunnel symptoms), tingling, numbness, or restrictions by improving the nerve's ability to glide freely and reducing irritation.
• 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.
• Muscle Energy Techniques (MET): A form of manual therapy that actively involves you in your treatment, utilizing your body's muscular effort to achieve specific therapeutic effects on restricted joints and shortened soft tissues.
• Soft Tissue Mobilization & Release Techniques: A variety of hands-on methods such as therapeutic massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and active release style techniques to reduce muscle tension, break down scar tissue, improve circulation, and enhance tissue flexibility.
• Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilization & Manipulation): Hands-on physiotherapy focused on mobilizing restricted joints and soft tissues to promote healing, restore normal biomechanics, and alleviate pain.

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

• Through personalized physiotherapy at Rachel's clinic, common concerns like my baby/child having trouble with their motor skills, like delayed rolling, sitting or walking are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of achieving personal fitness goals that once seemed out of reach. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like walking your children to school or the park.
• If difficulty getting out of a chair or bed due to stiffness or pain is preventing you from fully enjoying playing fetch with your dog in the park for an extended time, Rachel offers expert guidance and tailored treatment. Physiotherapy focuses on attaining returning to their workout routine with greater confidence and better performance, often utilizing targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education to help you regain your previous level of function.
• Are you finding that numbness, tingling, or weakness in my hands, arms, feet, or legs stops you from enjoying sleeping soundly through the night without being woken by pain or discomfort? Rachel is dedicated to helping patients like you achieve improved core stability and control, leading to better posture and reduced strain through a hands-on, active approach to physiotherapy.

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

Rachel's practice at Rachel's Mobile Physio is situated within a well-equipped private clinic in the central Montréal neighborhood of Montréal. This location offers easy access for patients in the area, with convenient proximity to local community services and pharmacies. The clinic is accessible via numerous public transit routes, making it straightforward for patients to attend their appointments. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

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

A Physiothérapeute in Quebec has completed master's level university education, granting them the autonomy to assess patients, make a physiotherapy diagnosis, and develop comprehensive treatment plans. They can also perform certain advanced procedures if they have the required additional qualifications. A Technologue en physiothérapie, on the other hand, has a college diploma (DEC) focused on the technical application of physiotherapy treatments. They play a crucial role in delivering care by implementing treatment plans designed by a physiotherapist or physician, assisting patients with their exercises, applying modalities, and reporting progress back to the supervising professional.

Is physiotherapy treatment supposed to be painful?

Physiotherapy should not be an ordeal of pain. While you might feel some discomfort or a stretching sensation as you work to regain movement or strength, especially in the initial stages of treatment for an acute injury or chronic stiffness, it's rarely "painful" in a distressing or harmful way. Your Physiothérapeute will guide you through each step, modify treatments to suit your comfort and tolerance, and ensure that the overall experience is positive. The ultimate aim is to make you feel better, not worse.

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

In Quebec, most physiotherapy services provided in private clinics are not covered by RAMQ. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Care received directly within a hospital or CLSC may be covered if meeting specific criteria. It is advisable to verify your eligibility with RAMQ and consult your private insurance provider for coverage details.

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

In Quebec, patients can generally access physiotherapy services directly without a physician's referral, 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 before your appointment.

What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?

Essentially, physiotherapy helps you get moving and stay moving effectively and comfortably. Whether you’re dealing with an acute injury, chronic pain, post-surgical recovery, or a condition affecting your physical abilities, your Physiothérapeute will work with you. They’ll use their expertise in body mechanics, rehabilitation, and pain management to create a personalized treatment plan involving exercises, hands-on techniques, and practical advice to help you achieve your functional goals and live a more active, fulfilling life.

Rachel's Mobile Physio
1411, Rue du Fort
Montréal, QC H3H 2N7

Phone: (438) 686-4317

Rachel Dara Temper 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.