For many, the word ultrasound is understandably associated with pregnancy screenings. This form of ultrasound is known as diagnostic ultrasound. However ultrasound has other uses and finds favour in the form of non-invasive therapy as a form of physiotherapy treatment. This takes the from of a small device that your physiotherapist can use to provide…
Over the Christmas period, the following clinics are open at the following times. Our normal opening times will resume on Monday 4th January. PhysioCare hopes that you and your loved ones have a happy and healthy Christmas and New Year. Please find our Christmas Opening Hours below: Blanchardstown clinic (Clonsilla Road, D.15) 21st December –…
PhysioCare is happy to be able to offer private personal training in Dublin in our private gyms. In both our Blanchardstown and Carrickmines clinics, we have fully private and state-of-the-art gym spaces that you can book into for a one-on-one hour long session with our personal trainers. This one-on-one approach means that the focus is on you…
The human body is often referred to as the greatest machine ever invented. It is such a complex and fascinating structure that scientists could study it forever and still make new discoveries. While every part of the body brings with it its own sense of fascination, the feet are unique in that they support the…
Physio Pilates Classes – PhysioCare PhysioCare is pleased to run Physio Pilates classes in most of our clinics. The classes are held IN THE MORNINGS AND EVENINGS. The benefits of Pilates are known to strengthen the core of the body, reduce back pain and improve bodily flexibility, balance and the range of joint motion. The…
At the Annual Academic Road Safety Lecture on Cycling Safety held in Dublin last Monday 5th October, it was noted about the rise in spinal injuries among cyclists with consultant orthopaedic surgeon Sean Morris stated that spinal injuries suffered by cyclists rose by over 300% in the last five years. This alarming figure highlights not…
by David Dalton Our body let’s us know if it needs something or if something isn’t right. This usually takes the form of pain or an increased consciousness of a certain part of the body. While this often is not serious, it is still a cause for concern due to the fact that your body…
Established, busy private practice(s) in Dublin are seeking both senior and junior physiotherapists for full-time working hours to join their team. Ideal candidates would have 2 – 3 years post grad experience. Open day interviews on Saturday 12th of September in our Carrickmines clinic. Please call 01 531 0018 for more details and ask for…
Why can’t I slide and glide? Most likely it is one of these two things that is causing your shoulder pain. As complicated as the shoulder can be, you can keep it simple by breaking it down into two straightforward things. Either the problem is the part that moves the shoulder (contractile structures) or the…
Hazards in the Home Is your home properly equipped for your wellbeing? Are you aware of the hazards in the home for people with all levels of mobility and physical capability? The home environment presents many physical hazards usually disguised as tasks which may seem simple or menial. For those who spend a prolonged amount…