THE CHRONIC PAIN REHAB CLINIC
No one should feel trapped by pain.
The Chronic Pain Rehab Clinic is the private physiotherapy clinic of Arthur Woznowski‑Vu, PhD, Physiotherapist, and Part‑Time Professor, located on Nuns' Island (Montreal). I help people regain control of their lives with science‑based treatments tailored to their unique pain—without relying on medication, injections, or surgery.
Whether you’re facing conditions like fibromyalgia, back pain, sciatica, arthritis, pain after an injury or surgery, or pain linked to autoimmune or chronic fatigue issues—you deserve more than temporary relief. My approach goes beyond what is traditionally done in physiotherapy. Using both a trauma‑informed and a whole‑person approach, I combine trusted methods, such as exercise therapy for pain, with advanced strategies such as Pain Reprocessing Therapy. I tailor your treatment plan to the specific type of pain you experience and to the unique way it shows up in your life. The goal is to build long‑term resilience—so pain doesn’t control your life.
Scroll down to learn more about the different services I offer to patients and professionals
(individual physiotherapy, Empowered Relief group class, professional consulting & mentorship)
All services are by appointment only. Open Tuesdays to Fridays 8:30am to 5pm, and Saturdays 8:30am to 2pm.
Located on Nuns' Island at 550 chemin du Golf, Verdun, QC, H3E 1A8. Ground floor, Suite #140-B.
Free parking on-site.
Only ~15 minutes by car from downtown Montreal, NDG, Westmount, Verdun, LaSalle, and other nearby boroughs, as well as the South Shore (e.g., Brossard, Longueil).
Physiotherapy for all types of pain:
from the simplest to the most complex,
from the most recent to the most chronic
You may have tried other treatments… without the results you hoped for
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Maybe you’ve already seen physiotherapists, osteopaths, occupational therapists, kinesiologists, acupuncturists, or other healthcare professionals.
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Maybe the focus was mostly on manual therapy, massages, manipulations, or needles, and you found yourself going back again and again without lasting change.
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Maybe you’ve relied on pain medication or injections and want another option.
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Or maybe no one has ever taken the time to clearly explain what’s going on with your pain.
My approach is different
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When you work with me, my goal is to help you reduce your dependence on hands‑on therapy, medication, or injections.
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Instead, you’ll learn a personalized plan on how to treat yourself based on your specific pain type and how it shows up in your life.
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Learning to treat your own pain (pain self‑management) allows you to benefit from treatment every day, as often as you’d like, so you can accumulate therapeutic benefits as soon as possible.
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It also reduces your dependence on me, meaning fewer appointments and more control.
What I specialize in
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PhD-level expertise in pain treatment without drugs or injections (and part-time professor)
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Advanced physiotherapy for chronic and complex pain (e.g., fibromyalgia, nociplastic pain, neuroplastic pain, central sensitization).
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This expertise also improves care for recent or simpler pain (acute pain), because understanding complex cases sharpens evaluation and treatment skills across the board.
How I work
I take the time to listen to your whole pain story, because understanding the full context helps identify your pain type and the most effective, personalized self‑management plan.
I integrate evidence‑based methods such as:
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Pain Reprocessing Therapy (certified)
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Graded exposure therapy
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Mindfulness, breathing, and relaxation techniques (including binaural audio)
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Stress management related to pain
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The McKenzie Method (certified)
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Exercise as medicine (exercise therapy, individually tailored to each person)
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Finding the balance between physical activity and rest
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How to be active despite pain or fatigue
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Pacing and coping strategies for daily life
My approach is science‑based and holistic, always tailored to what matters most in your life.
You become the expert on your own pain
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I’ll guide you step by step so you can confidently apply the strategies yourself.
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You’ll know what to do, why it works, and how to keep improving.
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Your progress won’t depend on me — it will depend on the tools and knowledge you’ll carry with you.
This is what success looks like
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You understand your pain instead of fearing it.
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You know exactly what to do when symptoms show up.
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You rely less on passive treatments and more on your own acquired skills.
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You regain freedom, confidence, and control.
And this is what we avoid
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Endless appointments without progress.
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Short‑term relief that never lasts.
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Feeling dependent on someone else to “fix” you.
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Confusion about what your pain means or what to do next.
Physiotherapy service is private. You will receive a receipt that you can submit to your insurance.
Appointments available:
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in-person
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online (virtual)
Duration of appointments:
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50 minutes
Cost:
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$180* (not taxed)
*If you have previously received care at a different rate, your prior rate will be honoured.
Click here: To learn more about the conditions I treat, & the treatments I provide.
How it works:
1. Click "Book Your Appointment" to schedule online or contact me by email/phone below.
2. An intake form will be sent to fill out online or on paper at your appointment.
3. I listen, assess, and create a personalized self-treatment plan for your pain, and adjust as needed
How to book your appointment:
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Click the "Book your appointment" button below
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Or, write me an email: info@chronicpainrehab.ca
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Or, call me or send a text message to: (438)80-REHAB [438-807-3422]
For patient referrals:
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Fax: (438) 858-4145
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Or, email me at: info@chronicpainrehab.ca
Other services:
Do you prefer learning in a group?
Click here to learn more about a workshop on pain relief skills, "Empowered Relief"
Do you work with people in pain and would like to be mentored by me? An in-service for your staff? Looking for a consultant? Click here.
I am available as a speaker for corporate lunch & learn, conferences, or other events. Click here to book me.
Opening Hours
Tuesday to Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Saturday: 8:30am - 2:00pm
All services are by appointment only. Book here.
Scroll down for location details and contact information.
Additional information on physiotherapy service
Because The Chronic Pain Rehab Clinic is the private physiotherapy practice of Arthur Woznowski‑Vu, PhD, then you are sure to be seen by Arthur.
What conditions do I treat?
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Fibromyalgia, and other conditions characterized by nociplastic pain (also referred to as neuroplastic pain, or central sensitization). This also includes pain that is persisting after an injury or surgery.
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Lower back pain, upper back pain, neck pain, and widespread pain.
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Knee pain, shoulder pain, elbow pain, wrist pain, ankle pain, and other joint pain due to sprains, arthritis, or other causes.
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Nerve pain (such as sciatica), radiculopathies, and other neuropathic pain due to any cause (e.g. diabetes, chemotherapy).
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CRPS (complex regional pain syndrome)
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Pain linked to autoimmune disease
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Pain linked to chronic fatigue issues, including myalgic encephalomyelitis (chronic fatigue syndrome) and other conditions
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Pain that is acute (i.e., less than 3 months since onset). My expertise in chronic pain helps to ensure that it doesn't become chronic, since I am aware of risk factors to prevent.
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Chronic pain that is undefined by typical medical diagnoses (referred to as primary chronic pain, or primary persistent pain).
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Myofascial syndrome
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Whiplash associated disorder
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Lateral epicondylalgia (tennis elbow), medial epicondylalgia (golfer's elbow), patellofemoral pain syndrome, tendinopathies (tendinitis), and other persistent musculoskeletal pain conditions.
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Not sure if your pain condition is something I see? Contact me at info@chronicpainrehab.ca
What pain treatments
do I offer?
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Certified provider of Pain Reprocessing Therapy
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Certified provider of McKenzie: Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy
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Certified instructor of Empowered Relief
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Pain neuroscience education (recognizing what type of pain you have, explaining to you what type of pain you have, and how to deal with it in your daily life)
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Graded activity (using physical activity and movement to gradually get back to doing what you used to do)
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Exercise therapy (this is adjusted to your level, and does not need to be strenuous to be effective as a treatment for pain)
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Biopsychosocial model of care for pain, recognizing brain-body connection, rooted in research.
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Graded exposure to feared activities (using exposure therapy principles to get you back to doing activities you were fearful of doing because of pain)
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Mindfulness, Relaxation, Breathing (to calm the nervous system, stress-response system)
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Energy/fatigue management, Pacing (balancing activity with rest, so that you feel good).
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Electrotherapy (TENS: transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, portable home units)
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Manual therapy (hands-on therapy as an adjunct to active treatments)
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Other modalities (heat, ice, self-massage equipment, braces)
What can you expect from me?
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You are always the most important person in the room—this is the foundation of whole-person care.
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Every appointment starts with listening to you. Too often, people aren’t properly listened to in the healthcare system, yet your pain story matters. It helps us understand what type of pain you have, how it affects your life, and the best way to help you take control of it that is suited to you.
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I believe your pain. Even within the same type of pain, pain is very unique from one person to another. Even if your pain doesn't correlate with medical imaging results or other tests, it doesn't make it any less real.
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I believe it is important to craft a personalized treatment plan that matches the specific type of pain that you have, and the unique way that it's showing up in your life.
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I strive to provide science-based, evidence-informed treatment, but theory and reality don’t always align. Your feedback is key to help me adjust and refine your treatment plan to ensure it works.
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During our sessions, you are always in control. I take a trauma-informed approach to care, ensuring a supportive and respectful environment where you feel safe.
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I have a zero tolerance policy for any discrimination based on ethnicity, sexuality, gender, and trans identities, or any other reason. Respect is key at all times.
Arthur Woznowski-Vu, PT, PhD
Physiotherapist, PhD, MSc(A) PT, Cert. MDT, Cert. PRT
Founder & Owner of The Chronic Pain Rehab Clinic
Part-Time Professor at Concordia University
Guest lecturer at Université de Montréal
He/him
I have worked clinically as a physiotherapist since 2013, helping individuals navigate the complexities of pain management and rehabilitation. Over the years, I have deepened my expertise by pursuing advanced education on the application of pain science in physiotherapy. In 2023, I completed a PhD in Rehabilitation Science at McGill University, focusing on sensitivity to physical activity—the challenge of increased pain or negative reactions when using movement as treatment for back pain and other persistent pain conditions. Both my clinical and research experience have shaped my perspective on individualized pain management, allowing me to develop expertise rooted in both research and real-world application.
I am also committed to advancing the field through education, mentorship, and advocacy. Since 2023, I have been teaching Pain Management Strategies at Concordia University. Since 2020, I have been invited yearly to Université de Montréal to deliver a guest lecture on chronic pain rehabilitation in the advanced practice physiotherapy microprogram. From 2021 to 2023, I served as Chair of the Pain Science Division at the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, leading national physiotherapy advocacy in response to the Canadian Pain Task Force's Action Plan for Pain in Canada. I continue to volunteer as a member of the executive committee of the Quebec Pain Society, further contributing to ongoing initiatives in pain care.
In 2023, I founded The Chronic Pain Rehab Clinic in Montreal as my solo physiotherapy practice. My mission is to empower people living with pain—and the professionals who support them—to take control of pain using science-based, non-pharmacological treatments and rehabilitation—because no one should feel trapped by pain.
