Today we look at the condition Plantar Fasciitis. Chartered Physiotherapist Fiona Casey explains what the condition is, how it occurs and how it can be treated. So to fully understand what plantar fasciitis is, we must first look at the plantar fascia….
How To Treat Shoulder Instability Injuries
Summer sports and pre-season training are in full swing and with this we see injuries andaccidents occurring. One of the more commonly seen injuries is shoulder joint dislocation. Most incidences of dislocated shoulder are a result of traumatic injuries brought on by events such as falls, landings and tackles.
Ten Mistakes to Avoid After Working Out
A good workout can be an extremely satisfying and rewarding experience. We put a lot of effort in during these workouts so here is a few things to consider after you session, workout or class. These are some of the more commonly seen mistakes people make after working out. We all make them but perhaps this will make you more aware of them. Some of these may seem like simple common sense but they are often overlooked and forgotten about but they can make a difference to you.
The Olympic Games: Team Ireland
With the Olympic opening ceremony just over 4 days away we take a look at the Irish contingent who are competing in London Arguably the biggest sporting event in the World, few gatherings evoke as much excitement as these historic games. Sixty-five of our athletes are currently preparing for the biggest event of their lives, prior to the opening ceremony on Friday.
How Neck Pain Can Be Helped By Exercise
We have all experienced neck pain to some degree- it may be brought on from sitting at a computer the whole day, from playing sports or possibly from an accident. Neck pain is a relatively common complaint, affecting up to 70% of individuals at some point during their life. Approximately 40-50% of the population suffer neck pain in any one year.
Learning About Groin Strain
A groin strain is a partial tear of the small fibers of the adductor muscles. The adductorsare a group of three muscles located on the inner aspect of the thigh. They start in the groin area and run down the inner thigh attaching to the inner side of the knee. Athletes competing in sports that require running, changes in direction, repetitive kicking and physical contact such as football, GAA, rugby and hockey, are at a relatively higher risk of experiencing episodes of groin injury.
How To Avoid Tennis Injuries This Season
The Summer Tennis season is in full swing in clubs and courts around Ireland and with the World’s most famous professional competition, Wimbledon into its third day, people may be encouraged to dust off the racquet and whites. Perhaps people may want to get out on the court for the first time and get some exercise during the milder weather.
Core Conditioning - It's More than than just Abs Part 2
Here is the second installment in our two part blog about Core Conditioning. In our previous post we discussed what the ”Core” is and what role it plays. So we know that we should put more of an emphasis on working the Core Muscles but we might not know how to do this. Today’s post provides some exercises which specifically target the core muscles and might be of use to you in some of your training or workout plans.
Core Conditioning - It's More than than just Abs
Lots of us wish we had flatter stomachs and this is something which seems to get harder to achieve as we get older. The demands of daily life may not leave that much time or energy to focus on exercise. Despite all the magazine articles we read, “quick-fix” regimes, infomercials and information we sift through online, the only way to really get a “tighter tummy” is by expending more calories than we consume and exercising.
Avoiding Pain During Golf Season
Back Pain and Arthritis are two major problems which prevent a large number of golfers from playing as much golf as they might like to. However there can be a number of other causes for discomfort during a game. This post discusses how to help you avoid enduring pain and stay comfortable during a game.
A Busy Week for Irish Sport
This week has been a very busy period for Irish athletes of all levels; on bank holiday Monday (June 4th) 40,395 ladies took to the streets of Dublin for the 30th Flora Women’s Mini Marathon (10km) on what was a bright Sunny day after an otherwise dull and wet weekend. The race is the biggest all-women’s event of its kind in the world and its is believed that around €137 million has been raised for charity since its inception in 1983.
How To Deal With Ankle Sprain & Foot Pain
Thinking of Entering a Triathlon Part 2
Stretch For Success - A Guide to Stretching
Whether you are a gym-goer, aspiring sportsman or relatively inactive, there is a good chance that you should stretch more. There are numerous benefits to stretching for athlete and non-athlete alike, but in these busy times, stretching is often sacrificed. Chartered Physiotherapist John Jordan discusses the do’s and dont’s of stretching and the some of the benefits associated.
Thinking of Entering a Triathlon? Part 1
A Triathlon is an exhilarating multi-sport endurance event, which attracts men and women of all abilities and ages. The event consists of swimming, cycling, and running in immediate succession over various distances. Athletes are timed from the beginning of the swim to the end of the run with “transitions” between the individual swim, bike, and run components. With an abundance of Triathlons occurring...
A Summer of Irish Sport
Across Europe domestic sporting seasons in games such as Rugby Union and Football are coming to a close for the Summer break. Despite this there is a terrific Summer of sport to look forward to which has a very strong Irish involvement across a wide range of sports and suggests that this year could be a truly memorable one for Irish sport.
Womens Health Services - Raheny & Temple Bar
We are happy to announce that we will be running Womens Health services from our Raheny clinic on Tuesdays, from May 15th between 3 30 and 7 30. The service will be taken by our Chartered Physiotherapist Muirna Hamill who also works in our Temple Bar clinic. Muirna is a certified APPI Pilates instructor who specialises in treating ante natal and post natal Pilates and is also trained in Urinary Incontinence assessment and treatment.
Workplace Posture and Ergonomics
Poor workplace posture is a major cause of back pain, workplace stress and can lead to repetitive strain injuries. This can result in poor employee health and low morale which will ultimately lead onto reduced productivity, lost time and higher business costs. Chartered Physiotherapist, Eimear Fox discusses the ins and outs of posture and ergonomics
Pilates Classes in Patrick’s Quay
This form of exercise was designed with strengthening of the core as the fundamental component to the concept of Pilates. Core strength involves the deep muscles of the abdomen and back working together to provide more strength to the body and also extra support for the spine. Pilates exercises teach and encourage an awareness of the individuals breathing and of alignment of the spine to help strengthen the deep torso and abdominal muscles.
Knee Injuries - Medial Collateral Ligament Injury
The weekend brought about a brave effort but yet a very disappointing result for the Irish Rugby team in France. A 17-17 draw was not the outcome either team would have anticipated or desired and continues Ireland’s record of only one win in France in the past forty years. With two more big matches against Scotland and England remaining, Ireland will look to finish this year’s Six Nations on a high with wins against Scotland in Dublin and against England in Twickenham on St Patrick’s Day.