About
Sheena-Vanessa Visario is a dedicated Physiotherapy Technologist (Phys. T.). Practicing at Physiothérapie Universelle (Brunswick) in Pointe-Claire, QC, Sheena-Vanessa is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with the standards set by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ). Her role focuses on assisting in the implementation of treatment plans prescribed by physiotherapists or physicians, guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, and applying various treatment modalities to support recovery and functional improvement. She primarily serves adult patients, helping them regain mobility, reduce pain, and achieve their personal health goals through evidence-based physiotherapy techniques.
With a strong educational background and clinical experience, Sheena-Vanessa completed her diploma in Physiotherapy Technology and has continually developed her skills through ongoing professional development. Her practice emphasizes therapeutic exercise instruction, modality application, and patient monitoring, ensuring tailored approaches for each individual’s needs. She is dedicated to staying current with the latest advancements in physiotherapy to provide effective and safe treatments in a compassionate environment.
Sheena-Vanessa’s philosophy centers on a commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous learning. She adopts a collaborative approach, working closely with her patients to develop personalized treatment plans that help them reach their movement and functional goals. Fluent in both French and English, Sheena-Vanessa effectively communicates with a diverse patient population, ensuring clarity and comfort throughout the treatment process.
Sheena-Vanessa Visario provides skilled physiotherapy care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
Common Msk
- Ankle Sprains and Instability: Injuries to ankle ligaments, typically from twisting or 'rolling' motions, leading to pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty bearing weight. Can result in recurrent sprains and chronic instability if not properly rehabilitated.
- Muscle Strains and Tears: Common injuries in active individuals, athletes, or resulting from accidents, leading to localized pain, swelling, bruising, and weakness in the affected muscle (e.g., hamstring, calf, quadriceps, groin, rotator cuff).
This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Sheena-Vanessa 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.
- Interferential Current (IFC) / TENS Therapy: Application of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) or Interferential Current (IFC) for managing acute or chronic pain conditions by modulating pain signals or promoting the release of endorphins.
- Cryotherapy Application (Cold Therapy): Using therapeutic cold to manage the initial stages of an injury (e.g., sprains, strains) and control inflammatory responses, helping to limit tissue damage.
- Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) / Photobiomodulation: The application of specific wavelengths of light energy (cold laser) by your Physiotherapist to targeted tissues to reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and accelerate tissue repair and regeneration at a cellular level.
- 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: Ultrasound therapy as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, often used to prepare tissues for manual therapy or exercise, or to manage acute and chronic soft tissue injuries.
Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Sheena-Vanessa. 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 Physiothérapie Universelle (Brunswick), physiotherapy is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Sheena-Vanessa frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:
- Dealing with the ongoing challenges of persistent dizziness that isn't a spinning vertigo but makes me feel unsteady? Sheena-Vanessa works collaboratively with patients to reach the goal of a smooth and confident transition back to their work duties. This might involve specific rehabilitation techniques, hands-on care, and a home program, all aimed at helping you confidently resume important activities, such as comfortably cooking and meal prepping for your family.
- Sheena-Vanessa believes that everyone deserves to move well and feel their best. If feeling like my posture is hunched or rounded, causing discomfort is hindering your ability to playing in your competitive volleyball league again, a personalized plan focusing on building the necessary muscle support for their joints, reducing the risk of re-injury can make all the difference.
- For those whose pain or weakness that's stopping me from enjoying my favorite hobbies has made getting back to cycling for leisure or commuting seem like a distant memory, Sheena-Vanessa's physiotherapy care offers a clear path toward improved core stability and control, leading to better posture and reduced strain. Effective, evidence-based treatments can be instrumental in helping you get back to getting back to cycling for leisure or commuting with greater comfort and renewed confidence.
Your personalized physiotherapy plan, developed with Sheena-Vanessa, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.
Sheena-Vanessa practices at Physiothérapie Universelle (Brunswick), situated within a modern private clinic in the central Pointe-Claire neighborhood of Pointe-Claire, QC. The clinic is conveniently located near local community services, pharmacies, and other healthcare providers, making it an accessible choice for residents in the area. Easily reachable via public transit routes, it offers a welcoming environment for patients seeking quality physiotherapy care. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Street parking and nearby paid lots offer convenient options for visitors.
- What is the difference between a Physiotherapist (Physiothérapeute) and a Physiotherapy Technologist (Technologue en physiothérapie) in Quebec?
- In Quebec, a Physiothérapeute (Physiotherapist) holds a university master's degree in physiotherapy. They are autonomous healthcare professionals authorized to perform patient assessments, establish a physiotherapy diagnosis, create and modify treatment plans, and apply a wide range of therapeutic interventions. This includes certain restricted activities if they hold the specific attestations (e.g., spinal manipulations, specific needle-based therapies). A Technologue en physiothérapie (Physiotherapy Technologist or Phys. T.) holds a college-level (CEGEP) diploma in physiotherapy technology. They work under the supervision of, or based on a treatment plan established by, a physiotherapist or a physician. Technologists apply prescribed treatment modalities, guide patients through exercises, monitor progress, and adapt interventions within the established plan, but they do not diagnose or independently create treatment plans. Both professions are regulated by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ).
- What is physiotherapy and how can it help me?
- Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession dedicated to helping people of all ages improve their movement, function, and overall well-being. A registered Physiotherapy Technologist uses evidence-based techniques like targeted exercise, hands-on manual therapy, and personalized education to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of injuries, pain conditions, and physical impairments affecting your muscles, bones, joints, nerves, and even your cardiorespiratory system. It can help you reduce pain, increase mobility and strength, recover from surgery, prevent future injuries, and enhance your quality of life.
- I have private health insurance. How does that work with physiotherapy payments?
- Many private health insurance plans offer full or partial coverage for registered physiotherapy services. We recommend you contact your insurance provider directly before your first appointment to understand the specifics of your plan. Key things to check are: your annual maximum for physiotherapy, any per-visit limits or co-payments, whether a doctor's referral is required for reimbursement, and if your plan allows for direct billing by the clinic. If Physiothérapie Universelle (Brunswick) offers direct billing and your plan allows it, we can often bill your insurer directly for the covered portion. You would then be responsible for any co-payment or remaining balance not covered by your plan at the time of service. Please bring your insurance card and all necessary policy details to your first appointment. If direct billing is not possible, we will provide you with an official receipt that you can submit to your insurer.
- What are Physiothérapie Universelle (Brunswick)'s operating hours?
- Physiothérapie Universelle (Brunswick) is typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and some practitioners offer Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. However, hours can vary by practitioner and day, so please call our office at (514) 695-XXXX or check our website for the most current hours and specific practitioner availability.
- Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Physiotherapy Technologist in QC?
- In Quebec, patients can typically access a Physiotherapy Technologist directly without a physician's referral, which is known as direct access. However, while a referral is not always required to receive treatment, some private or extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check with your insurance provider before your appointment.
- Is there parking available at or near Physiothérapie Universelle (Brunswick)?
- Yes, there is ample free patient parking available directly in front of and beside our building. Look for the designated patient spots. Additional street parking is also available on nearby streets, and a paid public parkade is located one block east of the clinic for your convenience.
- Is physiotherapy covered by the Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC?
- In general, RAMQ does not cover physiotherapy services provided in private clinics. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Care received directly within a hospital or CLSC may be covered if specific criteria are met. It is recommended to verify your eligibility with RAMQ and check your private insurance plans for coverage options.
Physiothérapie Universelle (Brunswick)
955, Boulevard Saint-Jean, bur. 404
Pointe-Claire, QC H9R 5K3
Phone: (888) 353-4270
Sheena-Vanessa Visario 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.