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Dry Needling – What is it and do I need it?

Dry needling describes the use of solid filiform needles to treat pain and dysfunction caused by muscle, myofascial and neural problems. Dry needling is sometimes referred to as Western Acupuncture. Poor biomechanics and…

Treating Bunion Pain with Physiotherapy

A bunion (hallux valugus) occurs at the proximal joint of the big toe. Bunions are characterised by a bump formation on the inside of the foot, and the big toe angling towards the second toe. Bunions occur in 30% of the …

How to Recover from an Ankle Sprain

Ankle sprains most commonly occur during sports requiring a rapid change of direction, jumping and sprinting. In some people, an ankle sprain can occur from something as simple as missing a step or rolling your ankle on …

Run-A-Muck Challenge: What Is It and How Best to Prepare?

The Run-A-Muck challenge takes place on March 5th at Clonkerran House, Co.Kildare. Known as being one of Ireland’s most original and popular off-road obstacle course for runners and joggers of all abilities. The ma…

The Role of Pilates in Sports Rehabilitation

Pilates was developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates to help rehabilitate soldiers during World War 1. Pilates focuses on centering, control, precision, breathing and flow. It is now used by many athletes a…

Treating Headaches with Physiotherapy

Headaches can be normally be split into two categories, primary and secondary headaches. Primary headaches are normally benign and recurrent headaches which are not caused by disease or structural problems. Secondary hea…