Rosalie Côté – Physiotherapist | Québec, QC

Rosalie Côté is a dedicated Physiothérapeute. Practicing at Femina in Québec, QC, Rosalie is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) standards. Her approach emphasizes a thorough assessment and personalized treatment plans to support her patients' recovery and wellness goals. Rosalie values building trusting relationships with her patients, ensuring they feel heard and supported throughout their rehabilitation journey.

Rosalie's physiotherapy practice 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. She also provides specialized assessment and treatment for conditions related to the pelvic floor and surrounding region for all genders, including issues such as incontinence, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, sexual dysfunction, and pre/post-natal concerns.

With a solid foundation in evidence-based practices, Rosalie has developed skills and a particular interest in Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy as well as Pelvic Health Physiotherapy. She continuously pursues professional development to stay current with the latest techniques and research, ensuring her patients benefit from the most effective treatments available. Rosalie is fluent in French, English, and Spanish, allowing her to communicate comfortably with a diverse community of patients.

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

Arthritis

• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) & Other Inflammatory Arthropathies: Tailored exercise programs (including range of motion, strengthening, and low-impact aerobic exercises), pain relief modalities, and education on joint protection techniques and energy conservation for individuals with RA or similar conditions.
• Gout (Management of Musculoskeletal Impairments): Supportive physiotherapy care for joint recovery and function after gout flares, focusing on restoring range of motion, reducing inflammation, and providing advice on joint protection and lifestyle factors.

Back & Neck Pain

• Spinal Stenosis Symptoms: Nerve compression symptoms due to a narrowing (stenosis) of the spinal canal or the small openings where nerves exit the spine (foramina), most commonly in the lumbar (lower back) or cervical (neck) regions.
• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Symptoms resulting from a whiplash injury, which can vary in severity (WAD Grades I-III) and duration, requiring a comprehensive physiotherapy approach for recovery.
• 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.
• Postural Back/Neck Pain: Pain and muscle tension related to ergonomic factors at work or home, muscle imbalances, and suboptimal body mechanics or movement habits.

Hand & Wrist

• Trigger Finger/Thumb (Stenosing Tenosynovitis): Helping to alleviate the symptoms of a catching, locking, or painful finger/thumb through targeted physiotherapy interventions, potentially avoiding the need for injections or surgery in some cases.
• Hand and Wrist Injuries & Conditions (e.g., Fractures, Tendon Injuries, Sprains, Arthritis - Conservative/Post-Op): Managing a variety of acute and chronic conditions of the hand and wrist, aiming to reduce pain, improve function, and prevent long-term disability.

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

• Therapeutic Heat Application: A comforting physiotherapy modality that helps to soothe tight muscles, decrease pain perception, and improve the flexibility of soft tissues.
• Chronic & Persistent Pain Management Programs: Multifaceted and individualized physiotherapy approaches including pain science education (understanding your pain), graded exercise therapy, pacing strategies, coping mechanisms, manual therapy (where appropriate), and relaxation techniques to help you manage persistent pain and improve your quality of life.
• 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.
• 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.
• Fibromyalgia & Widespread Pain Management: Tailored physiotherapy including gentle exercise prescription (e.g., aquatic therapy, graded aerobic exercise), pain management education, activity pacing strategies, stress reduction techniques, and gentle manual therapies for individuals living with fibromyalgia or other widespread pain conditions.
• Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: Utilizing targeted electrical currents to help alleviate pain, manage discomfort, and support healing in conjunction with other physiotherapy interventions.

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

• Many find that loss of strength in one of my limbs after an injury significantly impacts their ability to playing a few sets of tennis without shoulder pain. Rosalie helps patients target a more comfortable and physically manageable pregnancy experience with physiotherapy, making a return to these activities possible.
• For those whose recovering from surgery to my hand or wrist has made travelling more comfortably on planes, trains, or in cars for longer durations seem like a distant memory, Rosalie's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward feeling less fatigued during physical activities and throughout the day. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to travelling more comfortably on planes, trains, or in cars for longer durations with greater comfort and renewed confidence.
• The path to recovery from one leg feeling shorter than the other, causing hip or back pain and achieving restoring normal movement patterns essential for everyday tasks for attending your favorite yoga and pilates classes without limitation often starts with expert guidance. Rosalie, a skilled physiotherapist, provides just that.

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

Rosalie practices at Femina, situated within a modern clinic in the central Québec neighborhood of Québec. The location offers easy access for community members, with close proximity to local services and pharmacies. The clinic is conveniently reachable via public transit routes, making it simple for patients to attend their appointments. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.

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

In Québec, physiotherapy services provided in private clinics are generally not covered directly by RAMQ. Patients are typically responsible for the cost or rely on private insurance. However, care received within public hospitals or CLSCs may be covered under certain eligibility criteria. It is important to verify your specific coverage with RAMQ and consult your private insurance plan for reimbursement options.

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

Patients in Québec can usually see a Physiothérapeute directly without a physician's referral, a process known as direct access. Nonetheless, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check the requirements of your insurance plan before your first appointment.

Can physiotherapy help prevent injuries or recurring pain?

Absolutely. Physiotherapy is not only effective for treating existing conditions but also plays a key role in injury prevention. A Physiothérapeute can assess your movement patterns, identify potential weaknesses, and develop a personalized program of exercises and strategies to maintain musculoskeletal health and reduce the risk of future injuries or recurring pain.

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

A Physiothérapeute (Physiotherapist) in Quebec holds a university master’s degree and is authorized to perform assessments, diagnose, and develop treatment plans. They can also perform certain restricted activities with specific attestations. A Technologue en physiothérapie (Physiotherapy Technologist) holds a college diploma and works under the supervision of a Physiothérapeute or physician, focusing on implementing treatment plans, guiding exercises, and monitoring progress. Both are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).

What is manual therapy in physiotherapy?

Manual therapy involves hands-on techniques used by a Physiothérapeute to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal issues. This includes joint mobilizations, manipulations, soft tissue techniques like massage or myofascial release, and neural mobilizations, all aimed at reducing pain, improving movement, and restoring tissue health.

Femina
1651, Chemin Sainte-Foy
Québec, QC G1S 2P1

Phone: (418) 440-9068

Rosalie Côté 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.