Who We Are | Our Professionals | Our Approach | Services | Appointments | Contact Us | Naturopathic Medicine | Physiotherapy | Resources
| Health History Form | Back Pain Form | DN4 Form |


WHO WE ARE:

Hawkesbury Therapy has existed since 2003 and was previously known as Hawkesbury Physiotherapy.  The Clinic presently employs two Physiotherapists and a Naturopathic Doctor.


OUR PROFESSIONALS:

Emmanuel Lo Monaco, B.Sc. (PT), B.Sc. (Ex. Sc.), M.Sc. (Rehab)

Emmanuel Lo Monaco's educational credentials include two Bachelor of Science degrees and one Master of Science degree. He obtained on Bachelor of Science degree at Concordia University in Exercise Science, and at Queen's University in Physical Therapy. He received his Master's degree from McGill University in Rehabilitation Sciences and was awarded a Physical Therapy Fellowship in 1988 by The National Institute of Disability and Rehabilitation Research of the U.S.A., the purpose of which was to develop his capacity to do advanced rehabilitation research.

Emmanuel has been a physiotherapist since 1992 and worked in private clinics in Montréal, Québec and Surrey, British Columbia before opening his clinic in Hawkesbury Ontario in 2003. His areas of interest include human motor control, neurophysiology of pain mechanisms, vestibular physiology both in the clinical and research setting. He's worked with people of all ages who have sustained injuries in motor vehicle accidents, in the workplace and in sports.

He has enhanced his clinical skills by using techniques such as acupuncture, and Muscle Energy, and is currently working on his thesis to obtain his diploma in Osteopathy. He has become familiar with the importance of proper client service delivery, communication and listening skills.

Emmanuel Lo Monaco is a husband and proud father of 3 boys. He practices cycling and cross-country skiing as often as he can.


Dr. Anouk Lepage-Chaumont, B.A. (Hon. Psych.), H.D., N.D.

Dr. Anouk Lepage-Chaumont is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, the only Canadian college to have a 4500-hour post-graduate program accredited by the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. During her training, she was part of the Naturopathic Sports Medicine Group and did internships at Sherbourne Naturopathic Clinic specializing in HIV positive patients as well as at the naturopathic clinic for aboriginals, Anishnawbe. Furthermore, she has additional training in cosmetic acupuncture and intravenous therapy. Dr. Anouk Lepage-Chaumont has also been a homeopathic doctor since 1996 and has taught classical homeopathy for 3 years and hosted a weekly health segment on the French radio station Lov'Radio 104.9 Lachute and 102.1 Hawkesbury.

In her practice, Dr. Anouk Lepage-Chaumont has chosen to focus on functional medicine and therapeutic lifestyle changes through nutrition and exercise. Functional medicine is the study of the relationship between healthy cellular function and nutrition, as well as the scientific use of nutrients and botanicals to restore the cellular and biochemical equilibrium. Special areas of interest include, but are not restricted to: obesity, metabolic syndrome, cancer, gastro-intestinal problems and hormonal imbalance.

Dr. Lepage-Chaumont’s Philosophy:
“The human body is amazing in the sense that it is both simple and absolutely complex. Health begins with proper nutrition and a balanced lifestyle but sometimes the body needs help from Mother Nature in order to regain a sense of balance. In these instances, the doctor is merely a facilitator in guiding the body on the road back to health. Take good care of your body and it will take care of you."

OUR APPROACH:

Our Physiotherapists use clinical assessment skills to help determine the origin of the symptoms that may cause an individual pain and suffering.  Working together with other members of the medical community, we use a variety of treatment techniques with the goal of relieving the symptoms and resolving the cause of the symptoms.  These treatments may include a combination of osteopathic manual therapy, orthopaedic manual therapy, acupuncture, exercise prescription and physiotherapy devices.  The number of treatments will vary depending on the specific condition and its degree of severity.

We strive to provide our clients with professional service and quality care that will specifically address the underlying causes of symptoms and fully restore function in their daily lives.


What is Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is a recognized health care discipline that specializes in the assessment, treatment and maintenance of the human body's movement and function.

Physiotherapists integrate the use of many therapeutic devices with their expertise in exercise and movement rehabilitation to create the optimal plan to meet your therapeutic goals.

Hawkesbury Therapy specializes in providing physiotherapeutic interventions and exercise programs to people of all ages presenting with any type of orthopedic condition - which are those conditions related to bone, muscle and joint problems.

A type of health care, physiotherapy concerns itself with providing physical healing methods for many different kinds of injuries and illnesses. Some of these techniques are done in a hands-on manner, by using massage or manipulation of the musculo-skeletal system. Knowing what is physiotherapy is crucial to getting this kind of help.

Education is a part of physiotherapy. A physiotherapist will teach a patient how to care for their injuries. He/She will teach exercises to do at home so that therapy can continue beyond the walls of the clinic or hospital. He/She will teach ways to overcome difficulties that cannot be cured.

Another part of physiotherapy is rehabilitation. Patients can have injuries from sports, car accidents, or assault. These injuries can be treated through physiotherapy. Given the right treatments and an injury that will respond to treatment, much progress can be made. Full functioning may be regained. It may even be possible for patients to go back to work rather than being laid up at home.

An answer to what is physiotherapy is Physiotherapists use various treatments. Heat, ice, and ultrasound are used to relieve pain and stiffness. Massage, chiropractic, and other hands-on methods are important. All these methods tend to promote better health, both physical and psychological.


SERVICES:

Hawkesbury Therapy offers assessments and treatments for a wide variety of conditions or injuries including:

  • Chronic or acute low back and neck pain
  • Sprains and strains
  • Sports injuries
  • Post-surgical rehabilitation 
  • Repetitive strain and office overuse injuries
  • Motor vehicle accidents
  • WSIB insurance claims
  • CSST insurance claims
  • SAAQ insurance claims
  • Tendonitis and bursitis
  • Muscle and joint pain
  • Jaw pain and clicking
  • Headaches
  • Arthritis
  • Vertigo, dizziness and balance disorders
  • Manual therapy - hands on mobilization of tissues and bone structures
  • Electrotherapy - pain relieving electrical stimulation
  • Therapeutic ultrasound
  • Specialized exercise program prescription and progression
  • Acupuncture

About Physiotherapy Fees

 As of April 2005 the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) no longer offers funding for physiotherapy visits. Most extended health plans cover physiotherapy and massage therapy treatments.

A doctor's referral is not necessary to receive physiotherapy treatment; however, your extended health insurance company may require one to process your claim.

If you have injuries stemming from a motor vehicle accident, your treatment should be covered by your automobile insurance or by SAAQ if you reside in Quebec.

We accept WSIB and CSST claims for injuries occurring at work.

If you have any specific questions about our rates or your physiotherapy coverage, please do not hesitate to call us or send a fax or e-mail.

Our fees: 55$ per session, payable in cash, cheque, Interac, Visa, MasterCard and American Express.


Appointments:

Call 613-632-0399

Please Note: Missed Appointments...

If you need to cancel please call our office and reschedule. If you do not cancel with a 24-hour notice or if you do not show for an appointment you will be charged $20 for the missed appointment.


PHYSIO LINKS:

College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

Canadian Physiotherapy Association

Ontario Physiotherapy Association

Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine

College of Massage Therapists of Ontario

Ontario Medical Association

Collège d’études Ostéopathiques

Canadian College of Osteopathy


What is Naturopathic Medicine?

Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional natural forms of medicine. Naturopathic medicine is the art and science of disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention using natural therapies including botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, homeopathy, acupuncture and lifestyle counseling. The primary goal in Naturopathic medicine is to discover and treat the root causes of disease, rather than just simply treat the symptoms. A Naturopathic doctor treats the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of health with natural therapies to support and stimulate the body’s innate healing ability. Naturopathic doctors complement and enhance health care services provided by other health care professionals and refer patients to other practitioners when appropriate.

Contact us:

Regular reception hours:
Monday to Friday: 7:30 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

Location: We are located in the Trillium Medical Building in front of the Hawkesbury General Hospital.
1062 Ghislain Street, Suite 208, Hawkesbury Ontario, K6A 3B2

Free parking.

By phone: 613-632-0399

By fax: 613-632-5530

By E-mail: info@hawkesburytherapy.ca