Here is the profile of Sylvain Desforges, osteopath
The osteopathic treatments offered by Sylvain Desforges, Ph. osteopathy are both high-tech and based on highly advanced studies following completion of a Baccalaureate and two university doctorates. In fact, you'll be hard pressed to find a clinic offering such a wide range of services under one roof.
Childhood of Sylvain Desforges osteopath
From the age of 5, Sylvain Desforges, osteopath, already knew that he wanted to work in the health field.
- I was born in Montreal on November 27, 1964.
- But, in 1965, at the age of 6 months, I was very ill and was losing weight. No doctor knew what to do to keep me alive. It was then that I was saved thanks to the adjustments of Dr. Jean-Paul Bergeron, chiropractor.
Studies and diplomas of Sylvain Desforges osteopath
Your osteopath has never stopped studying in order to offer you the best treatments. Indeed, his philosophy is: “if this treatment is good for my own mother, then it will be acceptable for my patients”.
Exceptional Academic Career of Dr. Sylvain Desforges: A Chronology of Excellence and Diversity in Complementary and Manual Medicine
| Diploma Title | Obtaining Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma of college studies (DEC) | 1982 – 1984 | Completed health science at CEGEP Édouard-Montpetit. |
| Certificate in English | 1984 | Certificate in English as a Second Language obtained from Concordia University. |
| Undergraduate doctorate (DC) | 1990 | Obtained from Palmer University, USA, with over 5000 hours of training. |
| Bachelor of Science in Human Biology (B.Sc.) | 1990 | Major in human biology and double minor in philosophy and English, from Palmer University. |
| Radiology license from my professional association | 1991 - present | Annual radiology training required to renew license. |
| Diploma in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) | 1996 | Training in nutrition, homeopathy and dietary supplements. |
| Certificate in laser therapy | 2008 | Obtenu de « American Society of Laser Therapy », États-Unis. |
| Training in Spinal decompression therapy | 2008 | Accréditée par la « Southern California University of Health Sciences » (SCUHS), États-Unis. |
| Certificate in osteopathy | 2004 | Obtained from the College of Osteopathy of Quebec in Montreal (COQM). |
| Diploma in Naturopathy | 2004 | Obtained from the College of Naturopathy of Quebec in Montreal (CNQM). |
| Undergraduate doctorate in osteopathy (DO) | 2016 | Obtenu de la « National University of Medical Sciences » (NUMSS), Espagne. |
| Formation en percuteur de précision (Impulse Adjusting Technique) | 2020 | Obtenu de « Neuromechanical Innovations », États-Unis. |
| Certified in Sports Medicine by FIFA | 2022 | Formation spécifique pour les cliniciens en médecine du football, délivrée par la FIFA, Suisse. |
| Certifié en commotion cérébrale par « Complete-Concussion-Management » | 2024 | Formation spécialisée pour les professionnels de la santé sur la gestion des commotions cérébrales, États-Unis. |
| Formation de « Unconscious Bias in Medicine » par « Stanford University School of Medicine » | 2024 | Formation spécialisée pour les professionnels de la santé sur la gestion des biais en médecine, États-Unis. |
| Certified in concussion by Université Laval | 2024 | Specialized training for healthcare professionals on concussion management. |
| Certifié médecine fonctionnelle par « Functional Medicine University » | 2024 | Formation spécialisée pour les professionnels de la santé sur la médecine fonctionnelle, États-Unis. |
In addition to these diplomas, you have completed thousands of hours of continuing education in various fields, such as osteopathy, naturopathy and Spinal decompression therapyThese include laser therapy, complementary medicine, functional medicine, nutrition, homeopathy and various structural, cranial and visceral manual medicine techniques.
Achievements of Sylvain Desforges osteopath
Sylvain Desforges is a hard worker who is always motivated by a job well done and by the desire to provide his patients with the most advanced treatments available.
Table of Accomplishments:
| Year | Accomplishment |
|---|---|
| 1991 | Beginning of practice in osteopathy. |
| 1992 | Television series on natural health care for Videotron community television. |
| 2005-2014 | Practice at the “TAG Clinic” in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu. |
| 2007 | Introduction of laser therapy at the Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu clinic. |
| 2007 | Implementation of spinal decompression therapy at the Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu clinic. |
| 2008 | Appointed expert by the Office des professions du Québec for the regulation of osteopathy. |
| 2010 | Opening of the first spinal decompression therapy franchise in Laval. |
| 2010 | Training in functional medicine. |
| 2011 | Opening of two spinal decompression therapy franchises in Montreal and Westmount. |
| 2012 | Expansion with franchises in Quebec and Gatineau; opening of the Laval clinic. |
| 2013 | Establishment of a spinal decompression therapy franchise in Sherbrooke. |
| 2014 | Opening of a clinic in Lachenaie (Terrebonne). |
| 2015 | Launch of a spinal decompression therapy franchise in Jonquière. |
| 2016 | Opening of a franchise in Alma. |
| 2019 | Partnership as a consultant with the Neurotherapy Montreal clinic. |
| 2021 | Partnership as a consultant with the Beaumont Pain Clinic. |
| 2022 | Partnership with Elna Médical as consultant. |
| 2023 | Partnership with Pulse Align as consultant. |
| 2024 | Opening of Pulse Align clinics in Panama, Montreal and La Prairie. |
Competences of Sylvain Desforges osteopath
In addition, Sylvain Desforges osteopath uses a large number of techniques in his practice. Here is a non-exhaustive list:
- Myofascial Technique: Used to treat muscle dysfunction, this technique involves the stretching and movement of muscles and fascia.
- Joint Mobilization Technique: This method aims to increase the range of motion by applying gentle, rhythmic movement to the joints.
- Cranio-Sacral Technique: This gentle method is used to treat imbalances in the craniosacral system, which includes the bones of the skull, spinal cord, and cerebrospinal fluid.
- Positional Release Technique: By placing the patient in a comfortable position, this technique aims to reduce muscle spasms and pain.
- Counterstrain technique: This method involves finding a tender point and treating it by positioning the patient in a position that reduces pain.
- Muscle Energy technique: Used to treat movement restrictions, this technique involves the patient's controlled muscle contraction against resistance provided by the practitioner.
- Lymphatic Technique: Used to encourage lymphatic flow, this method can help reduce swelling and improve immunity.
- Swing Technique: This gentle method uses body weight and breath to encourage movement and relaxation.
- Structural Technique: This approach aims to align and balance the structure of the body, focusing on the bones, muscles and connective tissues.
- Functional Technique: This method uses gentle movements to explore natural ranges of motion and find positions of facilitation or ease.
- Neurological treatment (Reflex)
- Therapies for athletes
- Ergonomics
- Posturology
Member of several associations
- ACMA (Canadian Alliance of Alternative Medicine)
- COC (College of Canadian Osteopaths)
President and founder of several associations
- ACMA Association (Canadian Alliance of Alternative Medicine)
- COCs (College of Canadian Osteopaths)
Languages of Sylvain Desforges osteopath
- French (mother tongue)
- English (mastery)
Interests of Sylvain Desforges osteopath
- Sports: field hockey, soccer, skiing, cycling
- Music: classic rock
- Cinema, reading, nature, motorcycle
Therefore, your osteopath, Sylvain Desforges, has never stopped doing continuing education in order to offer you the most effective treatments possible based on current evidence.
For more details about our clinics, please visit our website www.cliniquetagmed.com
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Dr Sylvain Desforges, Linkedin
Dr Sylvain Desforges, TAGMED Clinic
Dr Sylvain Desforges, founding president, ACMA Association
Dr. Sylvain Desforges, founding president, College of Canadian Osteopaths
Dr. Sylvain Desforges, Neurotherapy Montreal
Dr Sylvain Desforges, Elna Médicale
