Stéphanie Desjardins
in a nutshell
I love it when my patients come back and they've finally been able to get back to doing what makes them happy! Whether you aspire to play LEGO on the floor with your grandchildren, knit while marathoning Netflix, or get through your next triathlon, your goal is now my goal! Throughout my 9 years of practice, I have a range of techniques, advice, and exercises to offer you to help you reach your goal as quickly as possible!
You'll get along well with me if:
- Do you like to chat? I'm all ears for your best stories, whether it's about your kids having a meltdown at the grocery store, your deck hockey final, your basement renovation project, or your latest stock market investment.
I have a particular interest in:
- From the occasional athlete to seasoned marathon runners, dealing with everything from ankle sprains to concussions.
- I have a soft spot for soccer, ultimate, tennis, hockey, and baseball players, as well as runners and cross-country skiers, having played all these sports at one time or another in my life.
I played a lot of sports when I was young (hockey, baseball, soccer, tennis, running), but I never needed to see a physiotherapist. It was my mother who put me on the path to this profession after meeting a physiotherapist following a minor car accident. When I looked into it, I quickly realized that I could combine my desire to help people, my interest in science (especially biology!), and my love of sports. I actually started my career by supporting many young athletes in their competition goals and following teams during games and tournaments.
- Sports First Responder, John Boulay (2015)
- Re-certification, Sports First Responder, John Boulay (2018)
- Manual Therapy, Level 1, Sylvain St-Amour (2015)
- Non-traumatic injuries of the lower limb, Blaise Dubois (2015)
- Manual Therapy, Level 2, Lower Quadrant, Melanie Roch and Myriam Hobbs (2016)
- Manual Therapy, Level 2, Upper Quadrant, Éléonore Turgeon-Fournier and Sylvain St-Amour (2017)
- Prescription of radiographic examinations in physiotherapy, Raymonde Fortin (2018)
- Neurodynamic Treatment with Motor Control Retraining, Sean Gibbons (2019)
- Manual Therapy, Level 3, Upper Quadrant, Marie-Claude Boisselle and Stéphane Lamy (2019)
- Manual Therapy, Level 3, Lower Quadrant, Stéphane Lamy (2025)
- Advanced Concussion; Body Image and Midline Presentations, Sean Gibbons (November, 2021)
- SIJ; Hip & Lower Limb: Movement analysis; Sub-classification; Neuromuscular Retraining for Functional Movement Control, Sean Gibbons (May, 2022)
- Shoulder Girdle; Forearm and Hand: Movement and Loading Analysis for Motor Behavior Therapy, Sean Gibbons (October, 2022)
- Cervical Spine & Temporo-mandibular Joint: Loading Analysis for Motor Behavior Therapy, Sean Gibbons (April, 2023)
- Thoracic Spine: Movement & Loading Analysis for Motor Behavior Therapy, Sean Gibbons (November 2023)
- Headache and orofacial pain, Sylvain St-Amour and Claudine Farah (2024)
What I love about physiotherapy is really helping people feel better. Each person who consults represents a unique challenge, a bit like a puzzle to solve, with its own details, which makes each day different and exciting. And then, when people come back and tell me that they are doing better, it makes my day every time!
I'm quite a jack-of-all-trades, but what I do most regularly is running, whether it's for a short, quiet outing or a half-marathon. I also enjoy the outdoors by cross-country skiing, snowboarding, or hiking. In the summer, I often get around by rollerblade or bike. I also play hockey and ultimate frisbee!
I've had minor injuries here and there from years of sports, but nothing that has ever stopped me from continuing to be active with a little work!
My first job was... a fly matchmaker (yes, really, flies). My job was to create pairs of flies to put them in competition, as part of a biological control project against the onion fly. My hands smelled like onion for an entire year, no matter how many times I washed them.
I achieved my best half-marathon time while pregnant! And my worst time after a night when my children kept waking up... each in turn... all night long... non-stop.
I fractured my nose in an accident involving a garbage can, a sled, a balcony, and a lot of snow.
Services offered by Guillaume
We offer a full range of healthcare services tailored to your individual needs. Whether you’re seeking treatment for a specific condition or looking to maintain your overall well-being, we’re here to help.
In most cases, a blockage or stiffness doesn't originate solely from the area where you feel the limitation. It could be due to joint irritation, a protective muscle spasm, or a mechanical restriction that prevents normal movement.
Simply treating the pain or 'forcing' movement doesn't solve the problem. At Physioactif, our approach is to precisely identify the underlying structure and restore effective movement starting from the very first sessions.
Numbness or nerve pain doesn't always originate solely from the area where symptoms appear. The problem might be related to nerve irritation or compression in the spine, or elsewhere along its peripheral path.
The assessment helps precisely identify the symptom's origin and use tailored techniques, such as neurodynamic mobilization, to improve the nerve's tolerance to movement and reduce radiating pain.
Chronic pain is rarely linked to a single factor. It can involve mechanical and nervous components, and even an increased sensitivity of the system to pain. This is often why passive or overly general treatments yield few lasting results.
At Physioactif, the approach involves analyzing all the factors that maintain pain and gradually reintroducing adapted movements and loads to desensitize the system and improve function.
Rehabilitation doesn't start after surgery, but well before. Good preparation helps improve mobility, strength, and understanding of exercises, which greatly facilitates post-operative recovery.
After the procedure, the goal is to gradually restore movement, protect healing structures, and regain the abilities needed for your activities without compromising the surgical results.
It is common to have received several different explanations or not to have found a satisfactory answer to a persistent problem. A thorough evaluation allows for a structured review of the case and an analysis of elements often overlooked during initial consultations.
At Physioactif, the evaluation aims to establish precise clinical reasoning, validate or invalidate certain hypotheses, and propose a clear direction based on your actual situation.
Sports-related pain doesn't just come from a single injury; it often results from repeated stress that the body struggles to tolerate. Continuing to train without addressing the cause increases the risk of recurrence.
The assessment helps identify the underlying issues, whether related to mobility, strength, or control. Treatment then focuses on reducing pain, correcting deficiencies, and preparing for a gradual return to sports.
An inefficient running technique can overload certain structures and lead to pain. These issues are not always noticeable without analysis.
Biomechanical assessment allows us to observe your running pattern, identify limitations, and make precise adjustments. The goal is to optimize movement while reducing stress on the body.
Accident-related injuries can affect the neck, back, or nervous system, even if symptoms initially seem mild.
An assessment helps identify the affected structures and establish a tailored treatment plan recognized by the SAAQ to promote full recovery.
Work-related injuries can be mechanical, muscular, or caused by repetitive movements.
The assessment helps us understand the specific demands of your job and tailor treatment to ensure a safe and lasting return to work under the CNESST program.
The physical consequences of a criminal act can include muscle pain, stiffness, or more complex injuries.
The goal is to precisely assess your condition and implement a progressive treatment that respects your recovery pace and the requirements of the IVAC program.
Injuries in veterans are often complex and can affect multiple systems, such as joints, muscles, or the nervous system.
Our approach aims to precisely understand your condition and provide structured treatment that meets program requirements while supporting a gradual return to your activities.
Techniques mastered by Guillaume
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 globally recognized Mulligan approach combines active movement and mobilization to deliver immediate results. This unique technique restores joint function without pain, even in cases where other approaches have failed.
Knowledge is the key to a successful recovery. Our educational approach helps you better understand your pain and gives you the tools you need to actively participate in your recovery and prevent future episodes.
An ill-suited workstation can cause strain and pain that affect your productivity. Our professional ergonomic assessment identifies the adjustments needed to create a comfortable and efficient workspace.
A personalized exercise program is the key to achieving your strength and endurance goals. Our expertise in designing tailored programs allows you to progress safely while taking your abilities and lifestyle into account.
Weak stabilizing muscles can cause pain during prolonged periods of standing or sitting, or even during simple movements. Core exercises are often taught incorrectly, which can hinder 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 activities. Our physical therapists use specialized joint mobilization and manipulation techniques to restore your joints’ natural range of motion and reduce your pain.
Poor posture can be the cause of many everyday aches and pains. Our approach combines precise postural analysis with practical solutions to improve your natural alignment and prevent chronic muscle tension.
Always moving in the same way can lead to injuries because repetitive movements eventually overburden the same parts of your body. Our approach analyzes and precisely corrects your movement patterns to restore biomechanics that won’t cause microtrauma.
Therapeutic taping is a versatile technique that uses various types of adhesive tape to relieve pain and improve joint stability. Among our approaches, we use the McConnell method, which is recognized for its effectiveness in biomechanical correction and the treatment of joint pain.
Tele-physical therapy offers the flexibility of professional care from the comfort of your own home. No matter where you are in the world, you can benefit from our unique expertise. This modern solution provides effective, personalized care tailored to your schedule, while maintaining the highest 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 pioneers in Quebec in the field of nerve treatment. We know that symptoms of nerve compression—such as tingling, numbness, or burning pain—can disrupt your sleep and affect your 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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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
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