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Ice or Heat on Sports Injuries?
There is often confusion among people as to when to use ice or heat on sports injuries. Which should we use? The answer depends on what sort of damage occurs, when it occurs and whether it is acute or chronic. Pain o…
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How Much Exercise Should My Child Do?
In a recent post, we discussed the problems that can occur in children, and teenagers with over-training. Following on from this, we thought it was important to discuss what level of exercise is appropriate for sporty ch…
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Groin Pain – Causes and Treatments
Groin pain is often caused by an injury around the thigh and groin resulting from over-stretching leg muscles on the sports field. Pain can occur in both men and women, but it can be more severe in men if the testicular …
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Neck Pain – Causes And Symptoms
Most people suffer from neck pain from time to time. From sitting at our desks too long, injuring ourselves playing sports, or from just too much stress. Symptoms can include headaches, stiffness and reduced mobility, bu…
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Skiing Holidays; Injuries Prevention and Treatment
If you are thinking about booking a skiing holiday this winter or spring, then it is worth remembering, that you may be coming home with not only good memories, but a few bumps and scratches too. Most of us who go skiing…
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Back Pain in Pregnancy
Back pain in pregnancy is very common, but at Ballsbridge Physiotherapy Clinic we believe that with the right knowledge and treatment this pain can be avoided. As we discussed with some of the more serious problems suc…
