Joanie discovered osteopathy in order to treat her own injuries from years of training as a volleyball player. After her career with the uOttawa Gee-Gees, Joanie turned to yoga to help her body recover and regain balance after many years of hard training and injury.
Certified yoga teacher since 2013, ELDOA (Longitudinal Stretching with Osteo-Articular Decoaptation) teacher since 2015 and integral nutrition coach, Joanie finally began her studies in osteopathy in 2015.
Now a mother of 4 little boys, she obtained her diploma in the summer of 2023. Having completed all the practical and theoretical parts of the osteopath course, Joanie combines all her different knowledge in her therapeutic approach for the youngest and the oldest. One appointment and you will have the best that osteopathy has to offer!
Mathieu Girard is a health professional who uses his hands and knowledge to determine the root of the symptoms. His goal is to solve the problem in an effective and durable way using the different techniques of physiotherapy and osteopathy.
After graduating from the Cégep de Chicoutimi Physical Rehabilitation Therapist program in 1995, Mathieu developed a keen interest in the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries. A few years later, he improved his approach by obtaining his Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Ottawa.
In 2004, he joined the team of the Hull Center for Manual and Osteopathic Therapies. He became co-owner of the clinic the following year.
In 2011, Mathieu bought the clinic and moved it to a beautiful building on St-Raymond Boulevard in Gatineau. Now known as the Centre TMO (Manual and Osteopathic Therapies), the clinic now offers massage therapy services, in addition to physiotherapy and osteopathy.
On a perpetual quest for improvement, Mathieu studied osteopathy at the Osteopathic Center of Quebec in Montreal, where he obtained his osteopath diploma after following 6 years of training.
Over the years, Mathieu Girard has taken several post-graduate courses in advanced manual therapies, neuro-proprioceptive tapping, running injuries, positional vertigo, shoulder injuries, and much more.
Passionate about sports, in 2007, Anik Laflamme finished a degree in kinesiology specialized in sports supervision from the University of Sherbrooke. Her main interest is the treatment of sports injuries which led her to pursue training as an orthotherapy technician at the Academy of Massage and Orthotherapy in 2008.
Anik completed her master’s degree in physiotherapy at the University of Ottawa in 2010. A member in good standing of the Professional Order of Physiotherapy of Quebec, she subsequently completed a continuing education course, the A-Lumbar Spine Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy from McKenzie Institute. She also trained as NCCP Youth Soccer Coach in 2004 and 2006, which allowed her to coach soccer teams.
Since 2010, Anik Laflamme has been part of the Centre TMO team. The Nautilus Plus Fitness Center in Hull also benefits from her kinesiology skills as she works there as a Level 2 personal trainer.
Passionate about health and driven by a deep conviction that she can give you the best massage therapy treatment you deserve, Meriem will take good care of you.
Meriem has more than 15 years of experience in physiotherapy and massage therapy. She is an accredited member of the Quebec Federation of Massage Therapists (FQM), which is the largest organization in the field of massage therapy in Quebec, guaranteeing the public high quality standards in terms of training, professionalism and ethical behavior.
Meriem masters Swedish massage, lomi-lomi, deep tissue, sports and toning. And if you are looking for a massage therapist specializing in the treatment of lymphoedema, Meriem is specialized in lymphatic drainage according to the Vodder technique. She is also trained in “Cupping Therapy”, which consists of applying cupping on different points of the skin aimed at releasing tension where needed.
In addition to her massage therapy treatments, Meriem has also specialized in pre and post natal gymnastics in order to help women in their perinatal journey.
With her in-depth knowledge of the human body, a massage session with Meriem begins with an assessment of your condition. Depending on your need for pure relaxation or treatment by therapeutic massage, she can also use, among other things, her training in posturology to re-align your body.
Meriem is passionate about her job and always creates a unique treatment approach adapted to each of her clients. Find a appointment with Meriem, her knowledge will win you over.
• Orthopedic manual physiotherapy (manual therapies)
• Physiotherapy for athletes
• Vestibular rehabilitation
• Children 10-17 years old
• Adults
• Elderly
Liam Dessureault earned his degree in physiotherapy from the University of Ottawa in 2002. He also obtained a master’s degree in Human Kinetics in 2008 focusing his research on changes in the neuromuscular system in response to pain. In addition, Liam has obtained several certificates in manual therapy for the treatment of limb and spinal conditions from Orthopedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. Finally, Liam has post-graduate training in “Mechanical Diagnosis Therapy” from the McKenzie Institute. With this training background, he brilliantly treats injurie s and pain among sedentary and competitive athletes.
His extensive knowledge of neuro-musculoskeletal function and his passion for patient care and rehabilitation led him to mentor physical therapy students and be a lecturer at the School of Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of ‘Ottawa. In 2008, Liam began providing clinical expertise and training across Canada for the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI). Until 2021, Liam worked at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa, where he oversaw postgraduate medical education programs. Liam, fully bilingual, is licensed with both the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario and Québec.
His treatment strategies include patient-centered education, specialized hands-on mobilization and movement training, taping, strengthening, and stretching as part of a home-based program. His most recent clinical interest is in the rehabilitation of the hip, and vestibular system for the treatment of vertigo and dizziness.
Clément has one goal in mind: to help everyone manage their “life capital” and their daily well-being in a responsible and autonomous way. His interest lies predominantly in sports injuries and their recovery in relation to performance, postural problems, pregnancy-related pains and various digestive disorders.
Clément was trained at the Institut Supérieur d’Osteopathie (ISOstéo) in Lyon, France, for 6 years. He received a comprehensive training that allowed him to build a highly respected practice. He masters all the osteopathic spheres: cranial, visceral and musculo-articular.
After playing high-level rugby for many years, he has cultivated some common values with osteopathy such as adaptation, concentration, respect and good perception of the human body.
At the entrepreneurial level, Clément had the opportunity to open his own practice in France, which allowed him to take care of many patients and consequently to treat and relieve various types of pain. Living in Quebec since 2017, Clément particularly appreciates the multidisciplinary approach of the Centre TMO clinic.
All in all, Clement Morat is an osteopath who likes to take care of his patients and makes every effort to help them find their path to health.
Massage therapist since 2016 and orthotherapist since 2017, Chanel is passionate about health and driven by the deep conviction that she can bring relief with her hands. She began her training with Swedish massage and immediately continued with orthotherapy, a combination of traditional massage therapy and kinesitherapy, which is movement-based therapy. Eager to continuously improve her skills, she quickly turned to ongoing education.
In relaxation massage, she has trained in Lomi-Lomi massage, Californian massage, as well as head, neck, and face massage techniques. On the therapeutic side, she has added deep tissue therapy, passive and active stretching, myofascial techniques, and trigger point therapy to her repertoire. Every treatment is unique, as she adds her personal touch to provide you with the most enjoyable experience, adapting to your needs while also following what your body tells her.
If you’re looking to try something new, Chanel also offers specialized massages such as chair massage, hot stone massage, and Thai massage. Of course, orthotherapy, with its combination of massage techniques, stretching, and mobilizations, is a treatment worth discovering.
Expecting mothers and children are also catered to with specific treatments like prenatal massage, as well as massage for babies, children, and adolescents.
Her passion for learning and expanding her knowledge of the human body has led her to pursue further studies. She completed a Bachelor of Science degree specializing in physical activity at the University of Ottawa (2024) and is continuing for an additional year to become a kinesiologist (2025).
In conclusion, whether you’re seeking relief from aches or simply want to relax, Chanel will guide you to the ultimate relaxation, both physically and mentally.
Joanie discovered osteopathy in order to treat her own injuries from years of training as a volleyball player. After her career with the uOttawa Gee-Gees, Joanie turned to yoga to help her body recover and regain balance after many years of hard training and injury.
Certified yoga teacher since 2013, ELDOA (Longitudinal Stretching with Osteo-Articular Decoaptation) teacher since 2015 and integral nutrition coach, Joanie finally began her studies in osteopathy in 2015.
Now a mother of 4 little boys, she obtained her diploma in the summer of 2023. Having completed all the practical and theoretical parts of the osteopath course, Joanie combines all her different knowledge in her therapeutic approach for the youngest and the oldest. One appointment and you will have the best that osteopathy has to offer!
Being a great athlete in her high school years, Véronique discovers her interest in muscle therapies during that time. With her growing interest, she decides to become a massage therapist in 2020. She is a member of the Réseau des Massothérapeutes Professionnels du Québec (RMPQ).
Specialized in relaxation and therapeutic Swedish massage for more than a year now, Véronique is greatly appreciated by those who have received her services. She never cease to improve her techniques and is always looking to refine her knowledge in the hope of better serving you.
Véronique listens carefully to your needs and expectations and wishes to make you experience a moment of relaxation, stress relief, and relax muscle tension. She is happy to be able to contribute to your health and well-being.
It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm that Manon has joined the team of the Centre de Thérapies Manuelles et Ostéopathiques (TMO). Manon has a kinesthetic memory. She learns through action and movement. She discovers, explores and retains through the practical experience of touch.
The expression “a healthy mind in a healthy body” is her motto. She recognizes the value and importance of a healthy and balanced life.
Interested in biology and anatomy, she is fascinated by the functioning of the human body and its systems. This interest led her to study manual therapy. She is a qualified in ortho-massage and hydrotherapy since 2001.
Offering an adapted quality service to a person in need motivates her highly. Lively and dynamic, she tends to offer a vigorous and firm therapeutic massage, using essential oils specific to your ailments. However, she knows how to adapt to the needs of each person.
Very active, she accompanies and supports high level athletes (cyclists) at road cycling competitions during the summer season.
Hoping to meet you, she welcomes you and wishes you good health.
Hope to see you soon, Manon
PHYSIOTHERAPY, OSTEOPATHY, MASSAGE THERAPY and ACUPUNCTURE SERVICES: FOUR CLINICS IN ONE.
If you have a sports injury, joint pain, back or neck pain, and are looking for a competent professional, the Centre TMO is your solution!
79 St-Raymond Boulevard
Gatineau (Hull sector), Qc
J8Y 1S4
E-mail : info@centretmo.com
Customer services:
| Monday | 8:30am – 7:00pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30am – 7:00pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am – 7:00pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am – 7:00pm |
| Friday | 8:30pm – 5:30pm |
Therapists: Schedules vary
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