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We find the ROOT CAUSE of your PAIN then treat the PROBLEM, not just the SYMPTOMS. Get a complete Osteopathic Assessment, which includes: An in-depth Patient History, Biomechanical Exam, Musculoskeletal Testing and a Full Consultation with your first visit. We aim to help you regain your health and improve your quality of life by safe and gentle means, without drugs or surgery and find long-term relief – NOT a short-term band-aid. How Our Treatments Work

Assessment – Our goal is to find the ROOT CAUSE of your problem and explain exactly how we intend to fix it. Treatment - Our experienced osteopaths will use gentle and recognized methods, beginning with your very first visit, to correct and treat the cause of your problem. Prevention – Our Osteopaths can help you discover what triggers your pain, advise you RIGHT NOW on how to prevent your pain from becoming chronic and help you understand what measures you can take to heal your condition. Call Now: 514-816-8894 or Book MY CONSULTATION Online

Avez-vous déjà entendu quelqu’un dire : « Ma hanche est remplacée… mais mes jambes sont encore lourdes » ?C’est plus fré...
02/04/2026

Avez-vous déjà entendu quelqu’un dire : « Ma hanche est remplacée… mais mes jambes sont encore lourdes » ?
C’est plus fréquent qu’on ne le pense. Après une prothèse totale de hanche, le corps peut rester en « mode protection » plus longtemps que prévu. Même si la hanche guérit bien, le bassin et le bas du dos peuvent compenser, et la bandelette ilio-tibiale (le fascia épais sur l’extérieur de la cuisse) peut se tendre. Ce mélange crée un ressenti très typique : lourdeur, raideur, fatigue à la marche, et parfois une impression de jambe « pleine » ou « congestionnée » dans la cuisse ou autour du genou. Certaines personnes notent aussi des fourmillements occasionnels au pied lorsque les tissus sont irrités et que la mécanique n’est pas encore optimale.
En clinique, on traite rarement cela comme « seulement un problème de hanche ». C’est souvent un schéma de chaîne complète : hanche–bassin–colonne lombaire–fascias–stratégie de marche. On peut s’améliorer un temps (marches plus longues, moins d’inconfort), puis la lourdeur revient parce que la tension protectrice de fond n’a pas été complètement relâchée.
À Osteopathy Montreal (Clinique Ostéopathie Montréal, Outremont), notre approche est douce et globale. Nous évaluons la mobilité de la hanche, l’équilibre du bassin, la mécanique lombaire et les restrictions myofasciales clés (souvent incluant la région de la bandelette). L’objectif : réduire la pression, améliorer la fluidité du mouvement et rendre la marche moins effortful.
Note importante : si la lourdeur s’accompagne d’un gonflement important, d’un changement de couleur/température, d’une douleur au mollet, d’une aggravation brutale ou d’essoufflement, une évaluation médicale est essentielle.
Si vos jambes ne se sentent pas encore « à vous », une évaluation ostéopathique peut apporter de la clarté — et souvent un vrai soulagement.

Have you ever heard someone say, “My hip is replaced… but my legs still feel heavy”?It’s more common than people think. ...
02/04/2026

Have you ever heard someone say, “My hip is replaced… but my legs still feel heavy”?
It’s more common than people think. After a total hip replacement, the body often stays in “protection mode” longer than expected. Even if the hip itself is healing well, the pelvis and low back may compensate, and the IT band (the thick fascia along the outside of the thigh) can tighten. That combination can create a very specific feeling: heaviness, stiffness, walking fatigue, and sometimes a “congested” sensation through the thigh or around the knee. Some people also notice occasional tingling in the foot when tissues are irritated and mechanics aren’t yet optimal.
In clinic, we rarely treat this as “only a hip problem.” It’s usually a whole-chain pattern: hip–pelvis–lumbar spine–fascia–gait strategy. You can improve for a while (longer walks, less discomfort), then the heaviness returns because the underlying protective tension hasn’t fully resolved.
At Osteopathy Montreal (Clinique Ostéopathie Montréal, Outremont), our approach is gentle and global. We assess hip mobility, pelvic balance, lumbar mechanics, and key myofascial restrictions (often including the IT band region). The goal is to reduce pressure, restore smoother movement, and make walking feel less effortful again.
Important note: if heaviness comes with significant swelling, color/temperature changes, calf pain, sudden worsening, or shortness of breath, medical evaluation is essential.
If your legs don’t feel like “yours” yet after surgery, an osteopathic assessment can bring clarity—and often real relief.

On décrit souvent la scoliose comme une « courbe de la colonne ». Mais dans la vraie vie, elle peut se manifester de faç...
01/05/2026

On décrit souvent la scoliose comme une « courbe de la colonne ». Mais dans la vraie vie, elle peut se manifester de façon plus large.

Une scoliose thoracique stable (au milieu du dos) peut modifier la façon dont les côtes bougent, la position des épaules, et la manière dont le cou et le haut du dos compensent. Avec le temps, cela peut donner de la raideur, des douleurs intermittentes, et parfois une plainte étonnante : « Je n’arrive pas à prendre une grande respiration. » Chez certaines personnes, une congestion récurrente ou une pression au niveau des sinus peut aussi accompagner ces patterns, surtout lorsque le haut du cou, la cage thoracique et la base du crâne sont plus verrouillés et que le drainage est moins optimal.
En ostéopathie, on évalue l’ensemble de la chaîne mécanique : colonne thoracique, côtes, diaphragme, épaules, et région cervicale haute. Le traitement est doux et vise à restaurer la mobilité et à réduire la contrainte, pour que la posture et la respiration deviennent moins « coûteuses » pour le corps.
Soyons clairs : l’ostéopathie ne promet pas de « redresser » une scoliose structurale en quelques séances. L’objectif est fonctionnel : moins de tension, une respiration plus libre, et moins de poussées. Souvent, une courte série de traitements améliore nettement la situation, puis des suivis périodiques à titre préventif (entretien) aident à éviter que la raideur ne s’accumule à nouveau.
Pour questions ou rendez-vous : Clinique Ostéopathie Montréal (Outremont) – 514-816-8894.

Scoliosis is often described as a “curve in the spine,” but in real life it can feel like much more than that.A stable t...
01/05/2026

Scoliosis is often described as a “curve in the spine,” but in real life it can feel like much more than that.

A stable thoracic scoliosis (mid-back curve) can change how the ribs move, how the shoulders sit, and how the neck and upper back compensate. Over time, this may show up as stiffness, intermittent aches, and sometimes a surprising complaint: “I can’t take a full deep breath.” In some people, recurring congestion or sinus pressure can also accompany these patterns—especially when the upper neck, rib cage, and cranial base are restricted and drainage is not optimal.
In osteopathy, we assess the entire mechanical chain: thoracic spine, ribs, diaphragm, shoulders, and the upper cervical region. Treatment is gentle and aims to restore mobility and reduce strain, so breathing and posture feel less effortful.
It’s important to be clear: osteopathy does not promise to “straighten” a structural scoliosis in a few sessions. The goal is function—helping the body compensate better, breathe more easily, and reduce the frequency and intensity of flare-ups. Many people benefit from a short series of visits to calm an episode, then spacing care as needed.
If you (or your child/teen) have scoliosis and notice upper-back tension, restricted breathing, or recurrent congestion, an assessment may help clarify what is mechanical and what needs medical follow-up. As always, if there are red flags—significant trauma, fever, unexplained weight loss, numbness/weakness, or chest pain—seek medical attention promptly.
Questions or appointments: Clinique Ostéopathie Montréal (Outremont) – 514-816-8894.

Case Story: When a “Rock Under the Foot” Comes From the BackHave you ever felt as if you were walking on a small stone t...
12/19/2025

Case Story: When a “Rock Under the Foot” Comes From the Back
Have you ever felt as if you were walking on a small stone that you just cannot find in your shoe?
That’s how a retired lawyer described the numbness in the sole of his right foot. For almost three years, he had a constant “rock under the foot” sensation that limited his hiking and daily activities. A podiatrist diagnosed plantar plate syndrome and prescribed orthotics and anti-inflammatory medication. The pain eased a bit, but the numbness never really changed.
After a demanding hiking trip, he developed a new pain between his 3rd and 4th toes on the same foot. That is when he came to see me for an osteopathic assessment.
His history revealed recurring low back pain, and an MRI had already shown disc wear and a small herniation at L5-S1. On examination, his lower back and pelvis were stiff, the sciatic pathway on the right was irritated, and several bones in the forefoot were restricted and sensitive.
Treatment focused on improving mobility at the lumbosacral junction, releasing tension in the leg, and gently mobilizing the ankle and forefoot. Over a series of sessions, his low back and toe pain improved significantly. The chronic numbness has been slower to change and is being explored further with a nerve conduction test.
This case illustrates how osteopathy looks at the whole body. Persistent foot symptoms are often linked to the spine, pelvis, and legs. If this sounds familiar, an osteopathic evaluation may help you find the missing piece.

Cas clinique : quand un « caillou sous le pied » vient du bas du dosAvez-vous déjà eu l’impression de marcher sur un pet...
12/19/2025

Cas clinique : quand un « caillou sous le pied » vient du bas du dos
Avez-vous déjà eu l’impression de marcher sur un petit caillou introuvable dans votre chaussure?
C’est ainsi qu’un avocat à la retraite décrivait l’engourdissement de la plante de son pied droit. Pendant près de trois ans, il a vécu avec cette sensation de « caillou sous le pied », qui limitait ses randonnées et certaines activités du quotidien. Un podiatre avait posé un diagnostic de syndrome de la plaque plantaire et prescrit des orthèses et des anti-inflammatoires. La douleur s’est un peu calmée, mais l’engourdissement n’a jamais vraiment changé.
Après une randonnée exigeante, une nouvelle douleur est apparue entre le 3e et le 4e orteil du même pied. C’est à ce moment-là qu’il est venu consulter en ostéopathie.
Son histoire révélait aussi des lombalgies récurrentes, et une IRM montrait déjà une discopathie avec petite hernie en L5-S1. À l’examen, le bas du dos et le bassin étaient raides, le trajet sciatique droit était sensible, et plusieurs os de l’avant-pied étaient restreints et douloureux.
Le traitement a consisté à redonner de la mobilité à la jonction lombosacrée, à relâcher les tensions de la jambe et à mobiliser en douceur la cheville et l’avant-pied. Au fil des séances, la douleur lombaire et la douleur entre les orteils se sont nettement améliorées. L’engourdissement chronique, plus lent à évoluer, fait l’objet d’un examen de conduction nerveuse.
Ce cas illustre bien la vision globale de l’ostéopathie : des symptômes au pied peuvent être liés à la colonne, au bassin et aux membres inférieurs. Si vous vous reconnaissez, une évaluation ostéopathique pourrait vous aider à trouver la pièce manquante du puzzle.

« Tout ce que j’ai fait, c’est me pencher pour me brosser les dents… et mon dos a lâché. »J’entends souvent cette phrase...
12/04/2025

« Tout ce que j’ai fait, c’est me pencher pour me brosser les dents… et mon dos a lâché. »
J’entends souvent cette phrase en clinique. En réalité, ce petit geste est rarement la vraie cause. C’est simplement la dernière goutte dans un corps qui compense depuis longtemps.
Votre corps est remarquablement intelligent. Après une vieille chute sur le coccyx, des années passées assis ou une légère scoliose, votre centre de gravité peut se déplacer. Pour vous garder debout, le corps s’adapte : il s’incline, se tord, contracte certains muscles en permanence. De l’extérieur, vous avez l’air « droit », mais en profondeur vous devez fournir plus d’effort juste pour rester en position et bouger.
Pendant un temps, cela fonctionne. Vous vous sentez peut-être un peu plus fatigué, un peu raide, ou même rien du tout. Puis un jour, un mouvement banal – se pencher, ramasser un sac, éternuer – surcharge un système déjà à la limite, et tout se bloque.
Comme ostéopathe, mon travail ne consiste pas seulement à traiter l’endroit qui fait mal. Je cherche les différentes couches de compensation : anciennes blessures, habitudes posturales, courbures de la colonne. Avec des techniques manuelles douces, je vise à restaurer la mobilité là où le corps est coincé et à réduire les contraintes là où il est le plus vulnérable.
On ne peut pas toujours effacer une scoliose, mais on peut souvent la rendre beaucoup plus gérable. Parfois, améliorer un problème de seulement 5 à 10 % suffit à calmer les symptômes et à vous redonner une vraie qualité de vie.
Si vous vous reconnaissez dans ce portrait et que vous êtes dans la région de Montréal/Outremont, je serai heureux de voir si l’ostéopathie peut aider votre dos à retrouver de meilleures solutions.

“All I did was bend to brush my teeth… and my back went out.”I hear this story often in clinic. The truth is, that tiny ...
12/04/2025

“All I did was bend to brush my teeth… and my back went out.”
I hear this story often in clinic. The truth is, that tiny movement is rarely the real cause. It’s just the last straw on a body that has been compensating for a long time.
Your body is remarkably intelligent. When you have an old fall on your tailbone, years of sitting, or a mild scoliosis, your centre of gravity can shift. To keep you upright, the body subtly tilts, twists and tightens certain muscles. You look “straight”, but under the surface you’re working harder just to stand and move.
For a while this works. You may just feel more tired, a bit stiff, or nothing at all. Then one day a small movement – brushing your teeth, picking up a bag, sneezing – overloads a system that’s already on the edge, and everything seizes up.
As an osteopath, my job isn’t only to chase the painful spot. I look for the different layers of compensation: old injuries, postural habits, underlying curves in the spine. With gentle, hands-on techniques I aim to restore mobility where you’re stuck and reduce strain where your body is vulnerable.
We can’t always erase things like scoliosis, but we can often make them far more manageable. Sometimes improving a problem by just 5–10% is enough to calm symptoms and give you your life back.
If this sounds like you and you’re in the Montreal/Outremont area, I’d be glad to help you explore whether osteopathy could support your back.

Low Back Pain & Sciatica — Clinique Ostéopathie MontréalStruggling with sharp leg pain or a “pinched nerve” sensation?Os...
11/19/2025

Low Back Pain & Sciatica — Clinique Ostéopathie Montréal
Struggling with sharp leg pain or a “pinched nerve” sensation?
Osteopathic treatment can calm irritated nerve roots and restore healthy lumbar mechanics—often in fewer visits than you expect.
How to know if it’s true sciatica:
• Pain travels below the knee, sometimes into the foot.
• Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the leg.
Pain in the lower back or upper glute is often referred pain from joints or muscles. True sciatica usually involves compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve at the spine, creating a distinct shooting pattern down one leg.
What I check during your assessment:
A global postural evaluation to see how your line of gravity falls, the curves of your spine, and the segmental mobility of each vertebra. I also assess pelvic and hip mechanics, which frequently contribute to sciatic irritation.
Evidence-informed treatment approaches:
Targeted manual therapy such as Ligamentous Articular Strain, gentle myofascial release, indirect techniques, and sciatic nerve decompression methods. Treatment may also include graded loading and simple exercises to stabilize the lumbar spine.
Your 48-hour relief plan includes:
• A position that helps decompress the nerve
• Gentle exercises you can do at home
• Movements to avoid temporarily
• Signs that indicate when to seek urgent help
Ready to feel better?
📍 Clinique Ostéopathie Montréal, 810 Av. Champagneur, Outremont
📅 Reserve your appointment now.

Unlock Your Headache-Free Life with Osteopathic Wisdom for ReliefOsteopathic Approaches to Headache Relief: A Guide to W...
02/29/2024

Unlock Your Headache-Free Life with Osteopathic Wisdom for Relief
Osteopathic Approaches to Headache Relief: A Guide to Wellness

Hello, and welcome! I'm excited to share some helpful tips for managing headaches using osteopathy. If headaches have become a common feature in your life, don't give up, osteopathy adopts a holistic strategy that goes beyond short fixes.

Understanding headaches

All of us get headaches at some point. But did you know they have distinct flavours? Tension headaches and migraines each have their own characteristics. Today, we'll look at the enigma of headaches and how osteopathy might help you find relief.

Osteopathy's Approach to Headache Relief: More Than a Quick Fix

When it comes to headaches, what is osteopathy all about? It’s not about hiding symptoms; it’s about recognizing your body’s language and addressing the underlying issues. Consider it a long-term journey toward balance and comfort.

Common Causes of Headaches:

Have you ever considered what are the culprits that can cause your headaches? Stress, posture, and muscle strain are frequent potential causes. Many patients with whom I consult, suffer from persistent headaches owing to work stress and repetitive strain injury to the upper cervical junction or neck and shoulders. Improper positioning at workstations can be a serious problem too. Understanding these triggers allows us to develop individualized treatment plan. Read more https://osteopathiemontreal.com/2024/02/29/unlock-your-headache-free-life-with-osteopathic-wisdom-for-relief/

Understanding Osteoarthritis and How Osteopathy Can HelpLet’s talk about how osteopathy can ease the discomfort of osteo...
02/06/2024

Understanding Osteoarthritis and How Osteopathy Can Help

Let’s talk about how osteopathy can ease the discomfort of osteoarthritis, a common condition that causes joint pain. We’ll keep things simple, focusing on how this approach can make a real difference.

What Happens in Osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis happens when the cushioning (cartilage) between joints wears down over time. This leads to pain, stiffness, inflammation, and trouble moving the joint. It’s like the joint’s smooth surface becomes rough, making it hard to move without discomfort.

Read more.. https://osteopathiemontreal.com/2024/02/06/understanding-osteoarthritis-and-how-osteopathy-can-help/

Navigating Neck Pain: Your Comprehensive Guide to ReliefIntroductionHey there! I'm Eddy Basch an osteopath here to share...
01/25/2024

Navigating Neck Pain: Your Comprehensive Guide to Relief

Introduction

Hey there! I'm Eddy Basch an osteopath here to share some information about something many of us deal with—neck pain.

If you're an adult feeling the strain, you're not alone, and there's light at the end of the tunnel. Let's dive into how osteopathy can be your ticket to relief.

Understanding Neck Pain

Behind the Neck Pain Curtain Neck pain isn't just about a stiff neck. It can be a real showstopper, affecting work, sleep, and even your mood. I've seen it all in my practice, from desk warriors to parents carrying little ones. Your neck has a lot on its plate!

The Osteopathic Approach to Neck Pain

Holistic Healing

More Than Just a Rubdown So, what's osteopathy? It's not just a massage or a quick fix; it's a holistic approach. Think of it as understanding your body's unique language and helping it heal from the inside out. Read More.. https://osteopathiemontreal.com/2024/01/25/navigating-neck-pain-your-comprehensive-guide-to-relief/

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