TAGMED Clinic Terrebonne

Foraminal stenosis treatment in Terrebonne

Connecting the terms in your imaging report with your symptoms and the options to discuss during a consultation.

Does your report mention foraminal stenosis, and are you trying to understand the next step? Your first consultation helps put this term into context: the region affected, the side of your symptoms, changes over time and your daily abilities.

  • 1150, rue Lévis, Suite 200, Terrebonne, Quebec J6W 5S6.
  • Monday and Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., by appointment.
  • Consultation, preparation of your records and discussion of suitable options.
Make an appointment in Terrebonne450 704-4447
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Your clinic

Consulting in Terrebonne

Clinique TAGMED Terrebonne is located at 1150, rue Lévis, Suite 200. Consultations are available by appointment on Monday and Wednesday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. This page provides practical information to help you prepare for a visit to Terrebonne and access its booking calendar.

Address and hours

1150, rue Lévis, Suite 200
Terrebonne, Quebec J6W 5S6

Monday and Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., by appointment.

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Booking and information

On GOrendezvous, select “Je suis un nouveau client” (I am a new client), then “Traitement en ostéopathie” (osteopathic treatment) and Sylvain Desforges in Terrebonne. Consult the booking guide if needed.

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Understanding your concerns

The foramen is a passageway for the nerve

Foraminal stenosis means a narrowing of the opening through which a nerve root exits the spine. Depending on the region affected, pain or numbness may extend into an arm or a leg. The level stated in the report should be compared with your symptoms and examination findings.

Region and side

Neck or lower back, right, left or both sides.

Symptom pattern

Pain, tingling or functional difficulty in a limb.

Changes over time

Stability, fluctuations and any new weakness.

Preparing a useful question

Identify the level, side and terms used in your report, without trying to determine treatment on your own. Bring older reports as well if the question concerns changes over time.

A visit in your area

Describing the impact of stenosis before coming to Terrebonne

If symptoms affect your leg, note the effects on walking, stairs and time spent standing. If they affect your arm, explain which movements have become difficult. For Terrebonne, book through GOrendezvous and keep your examination reports handy to prepare for your consultation.

The GOrendezvous calendar is the booking system for Terrebonne. If you are coming from a nearby North Shore community, check your route and travel conditions on the day of your visit. Note what happens when you drive, walk from your vehicle or wait while standing: these observations can help you explain the practical difficulties you experience.

First consultation

Preparing clear, useful records

Clear records make discussion easier. You do not need to write a lengthy history: the main milestones, available documents and a few priority questions provide a useful starting point.

  • Available imaging reports and their dates.
  • A list of treatments you have tried, including benefits and difficulties.
  • Relevant medical history, previous procedures and current treatments.
  • The activities you would like to return to, along with travel or scheduling constraints.

If you have not had imaging, do not delay asking for information for that reason alone. Whether an examination is needed depends on your situation; booking an appointment does not constitute a prescription for new imaging.

Care options

Where does spinal decompression fit in?

Clinique TAGMED offers spinal decompression among its services. The consultation provides an opportunity to discuss whether it may be appropriate for your situation, the precautions to consider and other care options.

The objectives of any follow-up are based on your symptoms and abilities. The number of sessions, frequency of visits and reassessment criteria cannot be determined from a single term on an MRI report. Benefits and limitations should be explained before you make a decision.

Care may involve complementary approaches or coordination with the professionals already treating you. A technique is not suitable for everyone and does not guarantee that an imaging finding will disappear or that every patient will have the same outcome.

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Defining an observable outcome

With your care professional, choose one or two useful measures: an activity you can tolerate better, easier travel or less discomfort during the day. Follow-up should allow you to discuss changes and adjust the approach if necessary.

What to expect

From requesting an appointment to follow-up

These steps help organize the consultation and the decisions that follow.

1

Choose your clinic

Book in the Terrebonne calendar and check the address.

2

Explain your situation

Describe your symptoms, provide your documents and outline previous care.

3

Discuss the options

Clarify the objectives, precautions and questions that remain.

4

Review your progress

If follow-up is agreed upon, reassess your abilities and response to care.

When should you seek urgent medical assessment?

New difficulty controlling your bladder or bowels, loss of sensation in the perineal area, or significant and rapidly worsening leg weakness requires urgent medical assessment. Do not wait for a routine consultation if you experience these signs.

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Useful guides for your situation

These resources help you prepare for your consultation and complement the page for your chosen clinic.

Preparing for your Terrebonne consultation

Would you like to discuss your symptoms and the difficulties that concern you? Choose the clinic that suits your travel needs and availability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ — foraminal stenosis in Terrebonne

Are foraminal stenosis and spinal canal stenosis the same?

No. “Foraminal” refers to where a nerve root exits. Central stenosis affects the spinal canal. Both can be present together; bringing the complete report is useful.

What does a level such as C5-C6 or L4-L5 mean?

It identifies the region described on imaging. Its interpretation depends on the side affected, the symptom pattern and clinical findings, among other factors, rather than the level number alone.

Does a consultation commit me to decompression treatment?

No. Booking an appointment first provides an opportunity to discuss your records and the options. The word “stenosis” does not, by itself, determine whether a treatment is indicated.

Where does the Terrebonne consultation take place?

1150, rue Lévis, Suite 200, Terrebonne, Quebec J6W 5S6. Monday and Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., by appointment.

How do I book an appointment at this clinic?

On GOrendezvous, select “Je suis un nouveau client” (I am a new client), then “Traitement en ostéopathie” (osteopathic treatment) and Sylvain Desforges in Terrebonne. Consult the booking guide if needed. You can also request information at 450 704-4447.

References

Resources for understanding symptoms and the care process

These references describe the conditions and general assessment principles. They do not establish that a particular treatment is suitable for your situation.

Resources consulted on October 21, 2026.

Sylvain Desforges, doctor of osteopathy

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