Jean-François Mathieu
Head Physiotherapist - Action Sport Physio Repentigny
Jean-François graduated in May of 1997 from l’Université de Montréal with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiotherapy. Beforehand he majored in Physical Education at the same university. He is a member of l'Ordre Professionnel de la Physiothérapie du Québec (OPPQ) and the Canadian Association of Physical Therapy. Since then he has maintained his interest in the orthopaedic field and sports injuries, especially related to the circus arts. He has been the head physiotherapist at the Head Office of Cirque du Soleil for 9 years where he developed his expertise in circus related injuries. His involvement in the Cirque du Soleil has taken him all over the world.
His on-field practical experience is varied: covering many local provincial, national and international sports events. He also teaches at l’École Nationale de Cirque de Montréal, is the head physiotherapist at the World Cup of Gymnastic in Montreal and at the Montreal Marathon. Always hungry for new knowledge, he specialised in orthopaedic manual therapy at the North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy.
He has given many conferences on different subjects, in particular, on rehab protocols on the reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligaments (ACL). His heart is also in the development of the physiotherapy profession as a participant on several committees and President of l'Association Physio-Montréal. He founded Action Sport Physio Repentigny in 2007 where he heads a superb team of health professionals.