Osteoporosis and Physiotherapy
There are plenty of things physiotherapists can do to optimise bone and muscle strength, reduce fall and fracture risk, and improve posture and pain symptoms.
How to Start Running for Beginners
Running is a great way to improve fitness and get healthier. If you haven’t done much running before, here are a few tips on how to turn you from a walker to a runners.
Energy Gels for Running
Energy gels are a form of carbohydrate that helps provide energy over endurance events such as a marathon or triathlon for example.
Exercise and Menopause
Exercise has a positive influence on many of the changes that occur in our body during peri menopause and menopause. Fluctuating and reduced levels of hormones has a well documented impact.
VHI Women’s Mini Marathon Recovery Tips
Congratulations!! If you are reading this, you have completed your training plan and are ready to run or walk this year’s event. My first piece of advice is to enjoy the event.
The Role of the Sports Physiotherapist
A sports physiotherapist should have an in-depth understanding of a wide variety of sports and have the ability to analyse the movements needed for participating in various forms of exercise.
Dry Needling During Pregnancy
Dry needling is a therapeutic technique using filament needles to release trigger points, which are taut bands in the muscles. Dry needling is sometimes referred to as Western Acupuncture.
Is Exercise Safe During Pregnancy?
The idea that exercise is harmful during pregnancy is outdated. Exercise is safe and recommended by all international organisations and guidelines.