Vicky Savard – Physiotherapist | Saint-Hubert, QC

Vicky Savard is a dedicated Physiothérapeute (Neurological Rehabilitation Focus). Practicing at CISSSMO - CMR in Saint-Hubert, QC, Vicky is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care aligning with the standards set by the Ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ). With a compassionate approach, Vicky strives to support individuals in their journey toward recovery, helping them regain independence and improve their quality of life through personalized physiotherapy interventions.

Vicky's focus centers on assisting individuals in recovering function, improving mobility, managing symptoms, and enhancing overall well-being after neurological events or conditions such as stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, Multiple Sclerosis, or Parkinson's Disease. Her expertise also extends to addressing a wide range of musculoskeletal issues, including acute injuries like sprains and strains, chronic pain management, arthritis care, and comprehensive post-operative rehabilitation. She serves adults and seniors, tailoring her treatments to meet each patient's unique needs and goals.

With a strong foundation in evidence-based practices, Vicky completed her degree in Physiotherapy and continuously updates her skills through ongoing professional development. She has developed a particular interest in neurological physiotherapy and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, ensuring her interventions are both current and effective. Her practice philosophy emphasizes promoting preventative care, long-term wellness, and empowering patients through education and collaboration. Vicky is fluent in French and English, facilitating clear communication and compassionate care for diverse communities.

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

Vestibular Balance

• 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).
• Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD / 3PD): Addressing chronic subjective dizziness and unsteadiness through targeted rehabilitation designed to reduce symptoms and improve functional abilities for individuals with PPPD/3PD.
• Vestibular Hypofunction (Unilateral or Bilateral): Helping your brain adapt to a weakened inner ear balance sense, reducing chronic dizziness, improving visual focus during movement, and enhancing your overall balance and stability.
• 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.

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.
• Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): An inflammatory arthritis that can affect some people with psoriasis (a skin condition), causing joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and sometimes affecting tendons (enthesitis) and ligaments. Can affect small or large joints, often asymmetrically, and sometimes the spine.

Post Surgical

• Post-Fracture Fixation Surgery Rehabilitation (e.g., ORIF): A progressive rehabilitation program after surgery to fix a broken bone, helping you regain full use of your arm or leg and return to your normal activities.
• Post-Knee Replacement Rehabilitation (Total or Partial Knee Arthroplasty - TKA/PKA): A structured physiotherapy program to manage post-operative pain and swelling, improve knee flexibility and strength, and re-educate your gait pattern after a TKA or PKA.
• Post-ACL or Other Knee Ligament Reconstruction Rehabilitation: A structured, progressive, and goal-oriented physiotherapy rehabilitation program crucial for restoring knee stability, strength, range of motion, and proprioception (joint position sense) after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) or other knee ligament (e.g., PCL, MCL, LCL) reconstructive surgery.
• 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.

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

• Functional Movement Screening (FMS™/SFMA™ if certified): Assessing your fundamental movement patterns to identify limitations, asymmetries, and potential risk factors for injury or re-injury.
• 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.
• Concussion / Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) Management & Rehabilitation: Specialized physiotherapy to address persistent concussion symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, balance problems, visual disturbances, and difficulty concentrating or tolerating activity.
• Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Assessment: An in-depth examination to fully understand your specific condition, allowing your Physiotherapist to create an effective and personalized rehabilitation plan.
• Postural Assessment and Correction: Helping you understand how your posture impacts your musculoskeletal health and providing you with tools for lasting postural improvement and pain relief.
• Patient Education & Self-Management Strategies: Educating you about your diagnosis, expected recovery timeline (prognosis), and the reasons behind your treatment plan to encourage active participation in your healing.

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

• Living with recurrent dislocations or a feeling of instability in my shoulder or knee doesn't have to be your norm. Vicky applies expert physiotherapy knowledge to work towards restored joint function, leading to smoother and more coordinated movements, so you can get back to the simple pleasure of painting or drawing for longer stretches without neck or shoulder ache.
• Through personalized physiotherapy at Vicky's clinic, common concerns like difficulty getting out of a chair or bed due to stiffness or pain are thoroughly assessed and addressed with the objective of improved ability to lift and carry objects correctly and safely. This often involves a combination of in-clinic treatment, education, and self-management strategies, helping people to once again enjoy activities like resuming your weightlifting routine at the gym safely.
• At Vicky's physiotherapy practice, individuals with wrist pain and tingling, possibly from carpal tunnel syndrome, especially at night are guided towards experiencing significant pain relief, allowing for a more comfortable daily life. The focus is on enabling you to once again participate fully and comfortably in activities you enjoy, such as swimming laps at the pool for fitness and relaxation.

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

Vicky's practice is situated within CISSSMO - CMR in the central Saint-Hubert neighborhood of Saint-Hubert, QC. This public healthcare facility is conveniently located near various community services and pharmacies, making it easy for patients to access care. The clinic is accessible via multiple public transit routes, ensuring a smooth journey for those using transit. 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?

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.

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 Physiothérapeute 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.

Will I be given exercises to do at home?

Absolutely! Home exercises are a vital part of your rehabilitation journey and empower you to take an active role in your recovery process. Your Physiothérapeute will carefully select and teach you exercises specific to your needs. These exercises help to reinforce what's done in the clinic, manage your condition effectively, and ensure you continue progressing towards your goals even when you're not in a session.

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

[The coverage varies depending on your eligibility and specific circumstances. Generally, AHCIP provides limited coverage mainly after hospital discharge or for certain low-income individuals and seniors through specific programs. Most outpatient private physiotherapy services are not directly covered by AHCIP, so private insurance is often necessary. In British Columbia, MSP offers partial coverage with a set number of visits for eligible low-income individuals. Ontario's OHIP typically does not cover private outpatient physiotherapy, but some exceptions exist. In Quebec, RAMQ generally does not cover private clinic physiotherapy; care in public hospitals or CLSC may be covered under certain conditions, but private clinics usually require private insurance. It is advisable to verify your specific eligibility directly with RAMQ and check your private insurance plans for coverage details.]

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

In Quebec, patients can typically access 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 recommended to check the specific requirements of your insurance policy before your appointment to ensure coverage.

CISSSMO - CMR
5300, Chemin de Chambly
Saint-Hubert, QC J3Y 3N7

Phone: (450) 655-5445

Vicky Savard 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.