Geneviève Bernatchez-Lavallée
In a few words
"We shouldn't wait to enjoy life."
This is how I like to approach life. It's why I took the time to travel between finishing my studies and starting my career. It's also why I take advantage of my free time to move and spend time with the people I love.
As a physiotherapist, it is important for me to help my patients resume the activities that are important to them. That's what motivates me to help people suffering from an injury, pain, or a perineal and/or pelvic issue.
You'll get along well with me if:
- You want to take charge of your physical condition and enjoy life as you see fit.
- You enjoy physical activity, travel, and food
I have a particular interest in:
- All injuries related to sports activities, such as climbing, cycling, and skiing, or simply related to everyday mishaps or work.
- Perineal and pelvic issues in women.
After obtaining a Minor in Biology from the University of Montreal, I wanted to change direction. I was drawn to physiotherapy because it's a profession that would allow me to use advanced knowledge in health sciences, but it's also very human, active, and allows me to establish good connections with people.
During my studies, I was a student therapist for the soccer and flag football teams at Collège Montmorency. This gave me a good overview of what the physiotherapy profession could be.
- Basic Principles of Taping (2020)
- Sports First Responder (2021)
- Motor Control of the Cervical Region and TMJ, Sean Gibbons (2023)
- Graduate Microprogram in Perineal and Pelvic Rehabilitation, Université de Montréal (2023—in progress)
- The Neuromeningeal System in Musculoskeletal Problems 1.0 (2024)
What I'm most passionate about in physiotherapy is being in contact with people and promoting an active lifestyle. I love seeing or hearing patients tell me that they have started gardening, playing golf, holding their granddaughter, dancing, etc. again. It's a very stimulating job that involves significant analytical work to arrive at a physiotherapy diagnosis.
I love rock climbing. I use a bicycle as a means of transportation, summer and winter, as well as for short bike-camping trips. In the winter, I love downhill skiing, ski touring, and cross-country skiing. I have played soccer and volleyball at a high level. I have also practiced gymnastics and figure skating. So, I have an easy time understanding various movement patterns as well as the injuries related to them.
Fortunately, I have never suffered a serious injury. However, when I was 11 years old, I was diagnosed with Osgood Schlatter's disease, which is an inflammation of the patellar tendon (knee). At the time, like any stubborn child who likes to move, I didn't want to listen to the physiotherapist's recommendations, and now I have a nice bump on my knee... If I could do it again, I would follow the recommendations of my physiotherapist at the time more closely.
- After finishing my studies, I decided to take a cycle-tourism trip to Vermont from Montreal, a climbing trip to Kentucky, as well as a trip to Southeast Asia and Mexico.
- I speak French and English. In addition, I have an intermediate level of Spanish and love to practice when I have the chance.
- I love getting recommendations for restaurants, books, and movies.
Services offered by Alexis
We offer a comprehensive range of health services to meet your individual needs. Whether for a specific treatment or to maintain your general well-being, we are here to help you.
Whether it's a persistent backache, a shoulder that doesn't rotate well, or joint pain that limits you, these problems can ruin your daily activities. Our approach begins with a comprehensive assessment of your pain or stiffness to fully understand it.
Tingling, numbness, and burning pain can make daily life difficult and disrupt your sleep. Physiotherapy offers effective solutions to treat these unpleasant sensations and restore a better quality of life, whether these symptoms are recent or have been present for a long time. We treat not only the painful nerve, but also all the surrounding tissues that can put pressure on your nerves.
When current treatments are not giving the expected results or you have doubts about your diagnosis, a second opinion can make all the difference. Our thorough assessment and varied expertise allow us to bring a new perspective to your condition. Sometimes, a fresh look is all it takes to unblock a stagnant situation.
Living with daily pain can be exhausting and discouraging. Chronic pain affects the body and sleep, as well as morale and quality of life. Our specialized program gives you the means to gradually regain control over your body and activities, at your own pace and according to your goals.
Undergoing surgery is never easy. Physiotherapy before and after surgery is essential for a good recovery. Preparing your body well before surgery and following a good rehabilitation program afterwards allows you to heal better and return to your usual activities more quickly.
Pregnancy and childbirth profoundly transform your body. From managing lower back pain during pregnancy to postpartum recovery, each stage deserves special attention. Our gentle approach helps you experience this unique period with greater comfort, while preparing your body for the arrival of your baby and the recovery that follows.
Urinary leaks and intimate pain are problems that affect many people, even if they are not often discussed. These situations can have a significant impact on quality of life, but effective solutions exist. Perineal rehabilitation can achieve significant results.
Whether it's tendinitis when you run, a sprained ankle playing soccer, or a shoulder problem playing tennis, these injuries prevent you from playing your sport. Sports physiotherapy allows for the treatment of injuries, but it also includes prevention, performance, and optimal recovery. Our specialized approach allows athletes of all levels to achieve their sports goals while minimizing the risk of injury.
A car accident can disrupt your daily life, whether it's from neck pain, headaches, or other injuries. Our team, experienced with SAAQ cases, manages your complete rehabilitation while taking care of the administrative aspects.
A workplace injury can be stressful, both for your health and your job, and can disrupt your professional and personal life. Our team is accustomed to the requirements of the CNESST. We coordinate your rehabilitation, taking into account the specific demands of your job.
Recovery after a criminal act requires a particularly attentive and respectful approach. Our team, trained to support victims of criminal acts, understands the complexity of your situation. In collaboration with IVAC, we create a safe environment to support your physical recovery at your own pace, with respect for your situation.
Veterans face unique physical challenges related to their military service. Whether it's chronic pain, musculoskeletal injuries, or mobility issues, our team understands the specific needs of veterans. Physiotherapy offers specialized support to treat both old and new injuries, taking into account the specific aspects of military service.
Approaches mastered by Alexis
The McKenzie Approach is a globally recognized assessment and treatment method, particularly effective for back problems. This approach equips you with the tools to independently manage and prevent your pain.
The Mulligan approach, recognized worldwide, combines active movement and mobilization for immediate results. This unique technique restores joint function without pain, even in cases where other approaches have failed.
Knowledge is key to a successful recovery. Our educational approach allows you to better understand your pain problem and gives you the necessary tools to actively participate in your recovery and prevent recurrences.
A poorly set up workstation can cause tension and pain that affects your productivity. Our professional ergonomic assessment identifies the necessary adjustments to create a comfortable and efficient workspace.
A personalized exercise program is key to achieving your strength and endurance goals. Our expertise in designing customized programs allows you to progress safely while respecting your abilities and lifestyle.
Weak stabilizing muscles can lead to pain during prolonged postures or everyday movements. Core exercises are often taught incorrectly, hindering your progress. Our specialized approach activates these essential deep muscles, creating a solid foundation for all your movements and daily activities.
Joint pain and stiffness can significantly limit your daily life. Our physiotherapists use specialized joint mobilization and manipulation techniques to restore the natural movement of your joints and reduce your pain.
Poor posture can be the source of many daily aches and discomforts. Our approach combines precise postural analysis and practical solutions to improve your natural alignment and prevent chronic muscle tension.
Always moving in the same way can create injuries because repetitive movements end up overloading the same structures in your body. Our approach precisely analyzes and corrects your movement patterns to restore biomechanics that will not create microtrauma.
Therapeutic taping is a versatile technique that uses different types of adhesive tapes to relieve pain and improve joint stability. Among our approaches, we notably use the McConnell method, recognized for its effectiveness in biomechanical correction and the treatment of joint pain.
Tele-physio offers the flexibility of professional care from your home. No matter where you are in the world, you can benefit from our unique expertise. This modern solution allows for effective and personalized follow-up, adapted to your schedule, while maintaining the quality of care.
Primitive reflexes that persist into adulthood can disrupt your balance, coordination, and posture, leading to tension and chronic pain. Our specialized approach targets these primitive motor patterns to restore more mature and efficient movements. These treatments are recommended for persistent pain.
We are the pioneers in Quebec in nerve treatment. We know that symptoms of nerve compression, such as tingling, numbness, or burning pain, can disrupt your sleep and quality of life. Our specialized nerve treatment techniques precisely target these sensitive structures to reduce irritation and restore their proper function.
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