The rotator cuff refers to the group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint. These muscles and tendons help to keep the head of your upper arm bone within the socket of the shoulder blade. Irritation of …
Irritable bowel syndrome, also known as IBS, is a chronic condition that affects the large and small intestines. The symptoms that are commonly connected with this condition include cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, ga…
The thought of going back to work after an injury, work-related or not, can feel a little unnerving. The time spent absent from work can depend on both the severity of the injury and the length of the recovery period. Ge…
For many new and expectant mothers, the thoughts of shedding the baby weight after birth can seem quite daunting. Battling with sleep deprivation and post pregnancy hormones can make you feel overwhelmed meaning that exe…
Chronic pain is pain that persists beyond the usual healing times. Chronic or persistent pain usually lasts more than 3 months and with this, pain can be continuous or intermittent.
This type of pain may occur during …
An abnormal or unsteady gait can be defined as an abnormality in walking that is caused by a painful condition such as back pain or a neurological condition. An abnormal gait can occur as a result of a temporary conditio…
In order for rugby players to reach optimum performance, it is vital for them to follow a healthy eating regime in conjunction with their training sessions. During pre-season training your body will be pushed to its abso…
What’s involved? A biomechanical assessment involves taking a thorough history of the patient, including how long the patient’s symptoms have been present, what has triggered these symptoms, have they made any chang…
Your muscles require sleep in order for them to recover. Sleeping will ensure that your body has the ability to complete the necessary cycles of repair and recovery in order to achieve muscle growth. This is particularly…
Everyday events can cause a little bit of stress in our lives, but when these events take over and we start to feel stressed more often, we should learn how to manage our stress.
Here at Ballsbridge Physioth…
What Is Pilates? Pilates is an exercise system that focuses on the postural muscles that help keep the body balanced and the spine in healthy alignment. It is a form of exercise that creates bodily awareness, meaning th…
When pregnant, most women don’t need to be on a special diet but it is important that you eat a variety of different foods everyday to get the right balance of nutrients that you and your baby require. In addition to g…