What is kinesiology?
Kinesiology is the science of human movement, put to work as exercise. When the pain has settled and you’re ready to rebuild strength, this is the next step. Kinesiologists in Quebec are members of the Fédération des kinésiologues du Québec (FKQ) and specialize in active rehabilitation, conditioning, and exercise prescription.
Where a physiotherapist focuses on assessment, manual therapy, and the early stages of recovery, a kinesiologist takes over once you’re ready to progress your strength, endurance, and movement quality toward full activity.
When kinesiology helps
- Late-stage rehabilitation after an injury, when manual therapy is no longer the priority
- Post-surgical reconditioning once medical clearance has been given
- Chronic-pain management through graded exercise
- Pre-habilitation: getting fitter before a planned surgery
- Return-to-sport conditioning
- Workplace ergonomics and injury prevention
How sessions work
The kinesiologist assesses your current capacity, then builds a progressive program around the goals you’ve set. Sessions usually involve supervised exercise with corrections to technique, and you leave with a home program to continue between visits.
For patients moving from physiotherapy into kinesiology, your physiotherapist and kinesiologist coordinate the transition so nothing is dropped between hands.
Insurance
Coverage by private insurance depends on your plan; check whether your plan covers kinesiology specifically before booking.
Conditions we treat with this service
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Back Pain
From mechanical low-back pain to disc-related symptoms. Most back pain responds well to assessment, hands-on care, and a graded exercise plan.
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Knee Pain
From runner's knee and patellar tendinopathy to meniscus and ligament injuries. Assessment first, then a plan that fits the cause.
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Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Structured recovery after orthopedic surgery. We work to your surgeon's protocol and bridge you from the operating room back to full activity.
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Sports Injuries
Acute and overuse injuries from training and competition. Assessment, treatment, and return-to-sport progression in one place.
Where to find us
Omnicure Physio is in Roxboro, in the West Island of Montreal. A tight-knit team guides you from your first assessment through discharge.
4507 Boulevard des SourcesRoxboro, QC H8Y 3C3
(514) 313-6877
Frequently asked
- How is kinesiology different from physiotherapy?
- Physiotherapy assesses and treats the injury itself, often hands-on. Kinesiology focuses on exercise and conditioning, building the strength and capacity you need to return to activity and stay there.
- Do I need a doctor’s referral?
- No. In Quebec, you can book physiotherapy, kinesiology, or massage therapy directly, without a referral. Some insurance plans may require a referral to reimburse you. Check with your insurer.
- What languages do you offer care in?
- Our team treats in French, English, Arabic, and Cantonese.