Home physiotherapy · Paris intra-muros · By appointment
English-speaking physiotherapist, home visits in Paris.
For international patients.
William Legendre — Physiotherapist (RPPS 10101730967), Master 2 in Movement Neuroscience (UPEC) and Master 2 in Statistics, Modeling and Health Data Science (Sorbonne University). Project lead at the Institute of Myology, Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital (AP-HP), GenoTher program. Treating private patients at home throughout the 20 districts of Paris.
RPPS 10101730967
Institute of Myology · AP-HP
UPEC · Sorbonne
FIFA Diploma · FC Barcelona alumnus
Four reasons international patients choose Phoeniks
A clinical background across hospital, research and elite sport.
01 · Hospital research
Institute of Myology
Project lead physiotherapist on the GenoTher gene-therapy program at the Institute of Myology, Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital. I run the SMA-AtHome and Track-DM clinical research protocols on spinal muscular atrophy and myotonic dystrophy type 1. Daily exposure to the most demanding neuromuscular cases in France.
02 · Stroke recovery
Pr Gracies’ department
Trained in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation of Pr Jean-Michel Gracies (Albert-Chenevier Hospital, AP-HP, Créteil), a global reference for post-stroke spasticity and the Guided Self-Rehabilitation Contract method. I apply this rigorous, dosage-driven approach to my home practice.
03 · Elite sport
FC Barcelona alumnus
Clinical training at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper, FC Barcelona’s training campus, alongside the medical staff of one of the most demanding football clubs in the world. FIFA Diploma in football medicine. Treating elite athletes builds an obsessive standard of care that transfers to every patient at home.
04 · Data science
Quantified rehabilitation
Master 2 in Statistics, Modeling and Health Data Science (Sorbonne University). Validated outcome scales (Berg, Fugl-Meyer, MFM-32, Tinetti, TUG, 6MWT, Borg) recorded at every session. You see your progress on paper, not on impressions. Movement sensors and electrostimulation are part of the toolkit.
Clinical scope
Six clinical fields where I work daily.
Each protocol is built on the most recent international guidelines (HAS, Cochrane, ESO, ECTRIMS, ATS/ERS, ERAS Society, GOLD) and adjusted to your individual profile.
Neurology & neuromuscular
Stroke recovery (post-AVC), Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1), congenital and acquired myopathies, post-deep brain stimulation, post-baclofen pump implantation. Activity-dependent neuroplasticity, task-specific training, evidence-based dosage.
Post-operative orthopedics
Total hip replacement (THR), total knee replacement (TKR), anterior and posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACL, PCL), rotator cuff repair, shoulder arthroplasty, meniscal repair, ankle ligament reconstruction. ERAS-aligned early mobilization, range-of-motion benchmarks, return-to-sport criteria.
Plastic surgery aftercare
Post-liposuction lymphatic drainage, abdominoplasty rehabilitation, breast reconstruction (post-mastectomy and augmentation), face-lift recovery, BBL aftercare. Evidence-based manual lymphatic drainage, scar tissue mobilization, edema management, return to physical activity. Discreet at-home sessions, no need to attend a clinic.
Lymphedema & lipedema
Primary and secondary lymphedema (post-cancer), lipedema stages 1 to 3. Manual lymphatic drainage based on the Földi and Leduc methods, complete decongestive therapy (CDT), multilayer compression bandaging, exercise therapy. Approach aligned with the International Society of Lymphology (ISL) consensus.
Sport & spine
Tendon injuries (Achilles, patellar, rotator cuff, lateral epicondyle) following Ebonie Rio’s progressive loading framework. Mechanical low-back pain managed with the Maitland concept. Cervicogenic headaches, neck pain in office workers, return-to-running protocols, return-to-sport criteria for all amateur and elite practitioners.
Cardiac & respiratory
Post-myocardial infarction rehabilitation, post-coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (GOLD framework), inspiratory muscle training, airway clearance techniques (AFE, ELTGOL, MIE), Long Covid rehabilitation. Vestibular rehabilitation also available.
Educational information. This page does not replace a medical diagnosis or a consultation with a physiotherapist.
Credentials & affiliations
Verified clinical and academic identity.
Education
- Master 2 Movement Neuroscience — Université Paris-Est Créteil (UPEC)
- Master 2 Statistics, Modeling and Health Data Science (SMSDS) — Sorbonne University
- FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine
- Maitland Concept (manual therapy framework)
- Continuous education through Physiopedia Plus (13 certified courses 2022-2026)
Affiliations & experience
- Project lead physiotherapist — Institute of Myology, Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital (AP-HP)
- GenoTher gene-therapy program (SMA-AtHome, Track-DM protocols)
- Brain & Spine Institute (ICM), Pitié-Salpêtrière — clinical neurosciences
- Department of PRM of Pr Jean-Michel Gracies (Albert-Chenevier Hospital, AP-HP)
- FC Barcelona — Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper, Sant Joan Despí
- External lecturer for IPSEN Pharma (post-stroke spasticity training)
- Continuing-education sessions and workshops at Henri-Mondor Hospital
Verify my identity: French RPS public registry · ORCID 0009-0000-1361-1781 · LinkedIn · Doctolib profile
How a course of treatment unfolds
From your first message to discharge.
- Initial contact. Call, text, WhatsApp or Signal at +33 6 13 36 35 92, or email william.legendre@phoeniks.fr. Simply state your arrondissement, your availability, and whether you already have a prescription. Please do not send any medical information through these channels, whichever you use — we will discuss it over the phone.
- Medical prescription review. Your prescription is reviewed at the first home visit — there is no need to send it in advance. Treatment in France’s public-coverage framework requires a prescription from a physician; outside this framework, private care remains possible, also on medical prescription (French or foreign).
- First session at home. Anamnesis, focused clinical examination, validated outcome measures (Berg, Fugl-Meyer, MFM-32, TUG, 6MWT, Borg scale, range-of-motion, isometric strength), shared treatment plan with measurable goals.
- Treatment course. Sessions at your home, weekly frequency adjusted to your pathology, evidence-based protocols, instrumented techniques (movement sensors, electrostimulation, manual therapy). Reassessment every 4 to 6 weeks.
- Discharge or transition. Once functional goals are reached, discharge with an autonomous home-exercise program. Ongoing follow-up by phone available if needed.
Languages
French, English, Spanish, Catalan — direct medical communication.
Sessions delivered in French (native) and English (professional); they can also be conducted directly in Spanish and Catalan. Written reports and outcome documentation, handed over in person at a session, available in French and English on request. For any other language, communication is facilitated in real time using instant AI translation tools — with no third party.
Where I practice
Paris intra-muros, all 20 districts.
I treat patients exclusively within Paris intra-muros — at private residences, serviced apartments, hotels and palaces in the 1st, 4th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 16th and 17th arrondissements as well as throughout the city. No clinic, no waiting room: I come to you with the equipment needed for high-quality clinical work.
For practical reasons related to clinical continuity, I do not travel outside Paris intra-muros.
Professional equipment at home
Clinic-grade tools, in your living room.
Neuromuscular electrostimulation, biomechanical motion sensors, manual mobilization and soft-tissue tools, validated outcome scales on tablet, dynamometers, goniometers, resistance bands and progressive-loading hardware. A firm surface at your home (bed, sofa, thick rug) is sufficient for floor-based work.
Compliance & privacy
Registered, insured, and bound by professional secrecy.
- Registered with the French National Council of Masseur-Kinesitherapists (CNOMK), RPPS 10101730967, ordinal specificity « Rééducation en neurologie ».
- Professional liability insurance with MACSF, the leading French insurer for healthcare professionals.
- Bound by professional medical secrecy under Article R.4321-55 of the French Public Health Code (criminal liability under Article 226-13 of the French Penal Code).
- GDPR-compliant (EU Regulation 2016/679). No medical data collected through this website. Treatment records held in encrypted form on French-hosted servers.
Frequently asked questions — international patients
Practical answers, before your first message.
Do I need a French medical prescription?
For treatment under the French public-coverage framework, yes — a prescription from a French-registered physician is required. Outside this reimbursement, private care remains possible on medical prescription (French or foreign) — many international patients are treated this way during temporary stays in Paris.
Will my international health insurance cover the sessions?
It depends on your plan. Most international insurers (Cigna Global, Bupa, Allianz, AXA Global Health, GeoBlue, MSH International) reimburse outpatient physiotherapy with prior authorization. I issue itemized invoices in English on request, handed over in person, which you can submit directly to your insurer.
How quickly can a first session be arranged?
Typical lead time is a few days, sometimes the same week for post-operative care or acute injuries. Contact me directly to check availability.
Do you treat children or infants?
My clinical practice is focused on adolescents and adults. For pediatric and infant rehabilitation, I will gladly direct you to dedicated colleagues in Paris.
I am only in Paris for a short stay. Is a single session useful?
Yes, for assessment, education, hands-on technique correction, and a written home-exercise program you can continue in your country. For ongoing care, weekly sessions over 4 to 8 weeks are usually more meaningful.
Can sessions take place at my hotel or serviced apartment?
Yes. Sessions take place wherever you are staying within Paris intra-muros, provided there is enough space and a firm surface (bed, large sofa, or floor with a thick rug).
Are sessions confidential?
Strictly. Bound by professional medical secrecy (Article R.4321-55 French Public Health Code, with criminal liability). No information is ever shared with third parties without your written consent.
How do I book?
Direct contact only. Call, text, WhatsApp or Signal at +33 6 13 36 35 92, or email william.legendre@phoeniks.fr. State your arrondissement, your dates in Paris and your availability — nothing medical in writing: we will discuss it in person.
Get in touch
Direct contact, no intermediaries.
State your arrondissement, your dates in Paris and your availability. I reply personally, between two home visits.
01 · Phone & Messaging
Call, text, WhatsApp, Signal
Available during practice hours.
Voicemail returned between two home visits.
02 · Email
Detailed request
For getting in touch and arranging a visit.
No medical documents by email.
William Legendre — Physiotherapist · RPPS 10101730967 · Professional liability MACSF · Registered with the French CNOMK · Educational website, fully compliant with the French Code of Ethics for masseur-kinesitherapists.