Initial Assessment
Assessment of the affected area and creation of your medical record, with goals established in consultation with you.
Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy
Musculoskeletal physical therapy treats joint pain, tendinopathies, low back pain, neck pain, sprains, and osteoarthritis. Physioactif assesses the affected area, identifies the true cause of your musculoskeletal condition, and develops a personalized plan to restore your mobility and enable you to resume your activities—even if you haven’t seen results elsewhere.
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How does Physioactif treat musculoskeletal disorders?
Physioactif assesses the affected area (joints, muscles, tendons, or the musculoskeletal system) and, based on a clear diagnosis, develops a precise treatment plan tailored to your measurable goals. Our physical therapists combine three approaches to restore movement:
This approach is led by a specialized team that teaches at the university and presents at conferences. If nothing else has worked, the team identifies the underlying cause of the pain to reduce the likelihood of recurrence in the back, knee, or shoulder. It also treats cases of muscle spasms, stiffness, or loss of mobility.
Manual therapy to restore mobility
Increased endurance of muscles and muscle chains to support affected limbs
Rehabilitation of Daily Activities and Movements
What is the treatment process like at Physioactif?
The treatment of a musculoskeletal disorder follows four clear steps, from the initial evaluation to follow-up:
1Step 1
2Step 2
Treatment plan
A personalized approach that aligns your role, needs, and goals, tailored to your condition and fitness level, with a carefully calibrated exercise regimen and a clear timeline.
3Step 3
Active Treatment
Manual therapy, muscle rehabilitation, and movement rehabilitation, tailored to your progress over the course of your sessions.
4Step 4
Monitoring and Prevention
Regular follow-up and communication with your doctor as needed to build on your progress and prevent a relapse.
Customer satisfaction is our top priority
At Physioactif, excellence guides everything we do, but our patients are the best ones to tell you about it. Take a look at their verified reviews to get a real sense of their experience.
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What many patients discover after a few sessions
Pain doesn't always originate from the place where it's felt
Waiting can slow down recovery
Knowing what to do and why often makes a bigger difference than the treatment alone
Which insurance plans cover physical therapy?
Physioactif is recognized by more than 30 insurance companies, including Beneva, Desjardins, Canada Life, Manulife, Sun Life, and Green Shield. You will receive an official receipt for your reimbursement, and direct payment is available through several insurers. CNESST claims for work-related accidents and SAAQ claims for traffic accidents are also accepted.
Over 30 insurance plans accepted for physical therapy services
We handle the claim directly so you can focus your energy on your recovery, not on paperwork.
Why choose Physioactif for your musculoskeletal conditions?
Here's what sets our approach to musculoskeletal disorders apart:
Our team of specialized professionals teaches at the university, presents at conferences, and continues to pursue ongoing training and professional development.
A senior physical therapist reassesses complex cases and issues that persist after rehabilitation has reached a plateau.
The approach targets the underlying cause to reduce pain and restore function in a lasting way.
5 clinics in the Greater Montreal area, a 4.9 out of 5 rating on Google, coverage by more than 30 insurance providers, and direct access without a referral.
Our clinics
We have locations in several areas to better serve you.
Physioactif Boucherville
690 Rue de Montbrun, Suite S,
Boucherville, Quebec
J4B 8H2
Located in Boucherville, the Physioactif clinic is easily accessible to people in the area
(450) 655-0116
boucherville@physioactif.com
Physioactif Saint-Eustache
180 25th Avenue, Suite
201 Saint-Eustache
QC J7P 2V2
Located in Saint-Eustache, the Physioactif clinic is easily accessible to residents of the area and the surrounding communities
(450) 623-7268
st-eustache@physioactif.com
Physioactif Blainville
190 Bas-de-Sainte-Thérèse Road, Suite 110,
Blainville, Quebec
J7B 1A7
Located in Blainville, near Rosemère, the Physioactif clinic is easily accessible to residents of the area and the surrounding communities
(450) 951-6111
blainville@physioactif.com
Physioactif Laval
3224 Jean-Béraud Ave., Suite 220, Laval,
QC H7T 2S4
Located in Chomedey, in the heart of Laval, the Physioactif clinic is easily accessible to people in the area
(450) 688-7497
laval@physioactif.com
Physioactive Montreal
8801 Lajeunesse Street,
Montreal,
QC H2M 1R8
Located in Ahuntsic, near Villeray, the Physioactif clinic is easily accessible to residents of both neighborhoods
(514) 385-5682
ahuntsic@physioactif.com
Physioactif Vaudreuil
21 Cité-des-Jeunes Boulevard, Suite 240,
Vaudreuil-Dorion, Quebec
J7V 0N3
Located in Vaudreuil-Dorion, the Physioactif clinic is easily accessible to people in the area
(450) 319-0157
vaudreuil@physioactif.com
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Frequently Asked Questions About Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy
What are your rates for a physical therapy session?
The initial consultation costs $150, or $166 with a senior physical therapist, and lasts about 60 minutes. It is used to make a diagnosis, identify the cause of your musculoskeletal condition, and develop a treatment plan. Follow-up appointments cost $110, or $119 with a senior physical therapist.
What musculoskeletal conditions does physical therapy treat?
Musculoskeletal physical therapy addresses joint pain, tendinopathies of the Achilles tendon, elbow, or shoulder, lower back pain and general back pain, neck pain, ankle and knee sprains, and osteoarthritis. Treatment is also available for people of all ages and for conditions that persist after incomplete rehabilitation. Our physical therapists assess the affected muscles, joints, and limbs before recommending a tailored treatment plan.
What happens during the first physical therapy session?
The first session begins with a comprehensive evaluation: your physical therapist will ask you questions, examine the affected area, and create your medical record. Based on this consultation, a treatment plan with clear goals is developed and discussed with you. By the end of this first appointment, you’ll leave with a clear understanding of your condition and the next steps.
Is a doctor's referral required, and do you accept CNESST and SAAQ?
In Quebec, physical therapy is available through direct access: no doctor’s referral or consultation is required to schedule an appointment at Physioactif. However, some private insurers may require a referral for reimbursement, so please check the terms of your plan. Physioactif also accepts cases from the CNESST for work-related injuries and from the SAAQ for traffic accidents.
I've tried everything without success—is there still hope?
Yes. Physioactif specializes in complex and chronic cases—health issues that persist despite multiple attempts at treatment. When an initial treatment plan has not been successful, a senior physical therapist provides a second opinion and reevaluates the problem at its root. This advanced expertise aims to reduce and manage pain, and then restart a rehabilitation program that finally yields progress.
Physical therapy or another treatment for a musculoskeletal disorder?
A physical therapist is a healthcare professional trained and supervised to assess, diagnose, and treat musculoskeletal disorders. As a member of the OPPQ, they identify the affected structure, develop a treatment plan, and set recovery goals—an approach based on clinical assessment and active therapy. Other approaches exist in Quebec, each with its own framework; Physioactif guides you toward the care plan that best suits your condition.