Chronic pain, back pain and neck pain

What gets in the way of your day?

A back that becomes uncomfortable after sitting for a while, a stiff neck when driving, shoulders that stay tense at the end of the day. When this persists or keeps returning, you may find yourself planning your day around what you can avoid.

You can come with a simple goal: to address a particular movement, a position that is hard to hold or tension that is on your mind. I am an osteopathy intern (I.O.), RITMA member 11364, and I see clients at Hakini in Verdun.

You can check availability and choose a time that suits you.

What can we work towards together?

The aim of the session is to seek a little relief and greater ease in movements that matter to you: turning your head to look behind you, bending to put on your shoes or finding a more comfortable resting position.

We choose one or two practical reference points together and take stock after each session. This is not a promise of results or a series of appointments planned in advance.

What happens in a session for back or neck pain?

We start with your history: how long the discomfort has been there, movements that make it more noticeable, what you have already tried and your current care. I then assess your mobility and explain the manual work I propose.

Depending on the assessment and your consent, we may work around your back, neck, shoulders, pelvis or rib cage. I adapt contact and mobilisation to your tolerance. You can ask for lighter pressure, change position, take a break or decline a movement.

Does it have to involve cracking?

I very rarely use techniques that produce a cracking sound, and we can often avoid them if they worry you. You do not have to accept a technique that makes you uncomfortable. Tell me about your concerns: we discuss possible movements before starting and favour an approach suited to your comfort. Your consent remains necessary throughout the session.

What do you leave with?

At the end, I leave you with a few practical pointers for the week, related to the movements and positions we discussed. We talk about your experience and whether further appointments are worthwhile. If nothing changes for you, I will say so rather than ask you to return without a reason.

If touch sensitivity or fatigue is a major concern, the osteopathy and fibromyalgia page explains possible adaptations in more detail. For tension in the context of anxiety, see anxiety, tension and osteopathy.

When should you seek medical advice?

New, unusual or worsening pain warrants medical advice. Sudden, severe pain or pain following an accident should not wait for an osteopathy appointment. For a non-urgent question, 811, option 1 — Info-Santé can guide you. For a serious or urgent problem, call 911 or go to an emergency department.

Osteopathy does not replace your medical care. I make no medical diagnosis, do not change your prescriptions and promise no result. If your situation requires medical advice before manual work, I will refer you.

Appointments in Verdun

Sessions are available in French or English. Appointments last about an hour at Hakini, 4255 Wellington Street, suite 202. Weekend appointments are often available; check the booking tool for current openings.

Read the fees and insurance information before booking. I am an osteopathy intern; not every insurer reimburses this title. Check with yours.