Clinique Kiné Santé

“Kinesiotherapy isn’t the most well-known of physical therapies,” explains François Grenier, who has practiced this type of massage therapy since 2012. “But, my clients often tell me that if they’d known about this type of therapy before, they would have consulted me earlier.”

This specialized branch of massage therapy enables the practitioner to treat more complex problems, such as musculoskeletal ailments. “What we’re talking about is chronic pain and inflammation, bursitis, herniated discs, tendinitis and other very painful problems,” says François.

“About 20 per cent of people suffer from chronic pain, and it’s true that our lifestyle fosters those types of problems, which are seen mostly among people who sit behind a desk all day or perform repetitive movements as part of their work. The body isn’t made to sit for seven or eight hours, and that creates all sorts of issues.”

François Grenier also provides manual lymphatic drainage, a cutting-edge technique that helps treat acute inflammation. “It’s ideal for people who have sustained a recent ankle sprain or suffer from acute shoulder capsulitis, for example. This technique can help minimize pain and discomfort so they can sleep better at night, among its numerous benefits.”