Physiotherapy is a hands-on approach to alleviate and correct physical body dysfunction through scientific
assessment, evaluation and world-class rehabilitation.
Below is a list of some of the conditions that we treat and services we provide:
JOINT MOBILISATION AND MANIPULATION
Mobilisation aims to restore normal mechanical movement of a joint, returning synovial fluid to its normal resting place thus reducing pain.
Joint manipulation is often characterised by a ‘popping’ or ‘clicking’ sound and is commonly used for pelvic and lower back issues. It is a type of passive movement whereby the physiotherapist uses high velocity, low amplitude thrusting manoeuvres on joints to elicit a pain relieving effect. Manipulation also ‘unlocks’ stiffened joints, improves joint range of motion and relieves musculoskeletal pain.
ACUPUNCTURE AND DRY NEEDLING
Both of these needling techniques use fine, sterile needles to create a variety of healing effects on the body.
Acupuncture is a form of ancient traditional Chinese medicine that targets specific pre-set points across the client’s body that stimulates the brain to promote blood circulation and healing. Acupuncture is a safe, effective medicine that can treat over 300 medical conditions including low back pain, muscular pain, osteoarthritis, whiplash, cancer pain, fertility and childbirth.
Dry Needling is a Western therapy used to release muscular tension, knots and spasm and provides almost immediate relief of symptoms. Dry needling has become increasingly popular and effective among sporting individuals who are prone to muscular tightness and injury. It is used in conjunction with rehabilitation and stretching programmes and can be undertaken on almost any part of the body. Dry needling is known as the physiotherapy session that clients ‘Love to Hate’!!
LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE AND TAPING
Within us all, there is a silent system working to keep us healthy, the Lymph system. The lymphatic’s form part of your immune system, helping to deal with infection, aches, pains, colds and flu’s and cleanses your tissues maintaining a balance of fluids in your body.
Without it, our bodies would swell up like balloons and waste products would accumulate in the tissues around our skin, fat, muscle and bone.
If for any reason your lymphatic system is not working effectively, such as in clients with breast cancer and suppressed immune systems, fluid retention and swelling occurs, known as Lymphoedema. Lymphoedema can be painful and restrict movement.
Lymphatic drainage massage is a profound technique that helps increase lymph flow and removes swelling and harmful substances from the body’s tissues. Increased lymph flow stimulates the immune system and thus its function. It is also an effective treatment for reduction in sports related muscular pains.
TAPING FOR LYMPHOEDEMA
The goal of taping is to apply a gentle lift to the skin and to re-direct the lymph flow from congested areas to areas with sufficient flow, thus reducing the volume of swelling, reducing pain and increasing mobility.
SPORTS / DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE
Massage is a very useful tool for preparation, rehabilitation and recovery from all types of activity. At DPRC, massage is used on all types of client to relieve tightened muscle tissue, restore mobility to shortened muscle fibres following a sprain or tear and increase blood flow to allow appropriate removal of lactic acid, thus enhancing the recovery process.
Massage therapy also facilitates mental relaxation, stress relief, can have a positive mood enhancing effect and an overall improvement on general wellbeing.
ULTRASOUND / ELECTROTHERAPY
Trans electrical neural stimulation / TENS is a pain relieving modality used to treat muscular aches and pains, arthritis pain, chronic fatigue, improve motor control, increase blood flow and promote healing. TENS uses various electrical impulses and modes to elicit pain relieving effects and feedback from muscles to the brain.
Ultrasound therapy utilises ultrasonic sound wave frequencies on soft tissue areas that penetrates at various levels to promote a healing response. Conditions treated using ultrasound are ligament and muscular sprains, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, metatarsalgia, joint inflammation, bursitis, rheumatoid and osteoarthritis.
RAPID REFERRAL SYSTEM
DPRC has a renowned rapid referral system to top class radiological and specialist consultation clinics in Dublin. These include the Sports Surgery Clinic, Affidea (formally Euromedic), Santry and the Hermitage, all located in North Dublin. MRI, x-ray and ultrasound scanning can all be booked with priority through DPRC.
DPRC has exceptional communication standards between some of the country’s top consultants and sports rehabilitation experts and will definitely ensure you are on the right road to recovery.
BACK PAIN, SCIATICA AND DISC ISSUES
Back pain, especially lower back pain is a very common injury. A high percentage of the population will suffer from back pain at some point in their life. Symptoms of this type of pain may vary from a small ache, deep buttock pain, central spinal pain, nervy pain or even sciatic or disc pain. The common causes of lower back pain are as result of muscle sprain, wear and tear, degeneration typically related to poor working postures, bad lifting techniques and repetitive overuse of the lower back muscles and ligaments.
At DPRC, we thoroughly assess your problem and treat you according to your clinical symptoms and diagnosis. We will then provide you with an individualised rehabilitation programme that will surely get you back to your old self.
assessment, evaluation and world-class rehabilitation.
Below is a list of some of the conditions that we treat and services we provide:
JOINT MOBILISATION AND MANIPULATION
Mobilisation aims to restore normal mechanical movement of a joint, returning synovial fluid to its normal resting place thus reducing pain.
Joint manipulation is often characterised by a ‘popping’ or ‘clicking’ sound and is commonly used for pelvic and lower back issues. It is a type of passive movement whereby the physiotherapist uses high velocity, low amplitude thrusting manoeuvres on joints to elicit a pain relieving effect. Manipulation also ‘unlocks’ stiffened joints, improves joint range of motion and relieves musculoskeletal pain.
ACUPUNCTURE AND DRY NEEDLING
Both of these needling techniques use fine, sterile needles to create a variety of healing effects on the body.
Acupuncture is a form of ancient traditional Chinese medicine that targets specific pre-set points across the client’s body that stimulates the brain to promote blood circulation and healing. Acupuncture is a safe, effective medicine that can treat over 300 medical conditions including low back pain, muscular pain, osteoarthritis, whiplash, cancer pain, fertility and childbirth.
Dry Needling is a Western therapy used to release muscular tension, knots and spasm and provides almost immediate relief of symptoms. Dry needling has become increasingly popular and effective among sporting individuals who are prone to muscular tightness and injury. It is used in conjunction with rehabilitation and stretching programmes and can be undertaken on almost any part of the body. Dry needling is known as the physiotherapy session that clients ‘Love to Hate’!!
LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE AND TAPING
Within us all, there is a silent system working to keep us healthy, the Lymph system. The lymphatic’s form part of your immune system, helping to deal with infection, aches, pains, colds and flu’s and cleanses your tissues maintaining a balance of fluids in your body.
Without it, our bodies would swell up like balloons and waste products would accumulate in the tissues around our skin, fat, muscle and bone.
If for any reason your lymphatic system is not working effectively, such as in clients with breast cancer and suppressed immune systems, fluid retention and swelling occurs, known as Lymphoedema. Lymphoedema can be painful and restrict movement.
Lymphatic drainage massage is a profound technique that helps increase lymph flow and removes swelling and harmful substances from the body’s tissues. Increased lymph flow stimulates the immune system and thus its function. It is also an effective treatment for reduction in sports related muscular pains.
TAPING FOR LYMPHOEDEMA
The goal of taping is to apply a gentle lift to the skin and to re-direct the lymph flow from congested areas to areas with sufficient flow, thus reducing the volume of swelling, reducing pain and increasing mobility.
SPORTS / DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE
Massage is a very useful tool for preparation, rehabilitation and recovery from all types of activity. At DPRC, massage is used on all types of client to relieve tightened muscle tissue, restore mobility to shortened muscle fibres following a sprain or tear and increase blood flow to allow appropriate removal of lactic acid, thus enhancing the recovery process.
Massage therapy also facilitates mental relaxation, stress relief, can have a positive mood enhancing effect and an overall improvement on general wellbeing.
ULTRASOUND / ELECTROTHERAPY
Trans electrical neural stimulation / TENS is a pain relieving modality used to treat muscular aches and pains, arthritis pain, chronic fatigue, improve motor control, increase blood flow and promote healing. TENS uses various electrical impulses and modes to elicit pain relieving effects and feedback from muscles to the brain.
Ultrasound therapy utilises ultrasonic sound wave frequencies on soft tissue areas that penetrates at various levels to promote a healing response. Conditions treated using ultrasound are ligament and muscular sprains, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, metatarsalgia, joint inflammation, bursitis, rheumatoid and osteoarthritis.
RAPID REFERRAL SYSTEM
DPRC has a renowned rapid referral system to top class radiological and specialist consultation clinics in Dublin. These include the Sports Surgery Clinic, Affidea (formally Euromedic), Santry and the Hermitage, all located in North Dublin. MRI, x-ray and ultrasound scanning can all be booked with priority through DPRC.
DPRC has exceptional communication standards between some of the country’s top consultants and sports rehabilitation experts and will definitely ensure you are on the right road to recovery.
BACK PAIN, SCIATICA AND DISC ISSUES
Back pain, especially lower back pain is a very common injury. A high percentage of the population will suffer from back pain at some point in their life. Symptoms of this type of pain may vary from a small ache, deep buttock pain, central spinal pain, nervy pain or even sciatic or disc pain. The common causes of lower back pain are as result of muscle sprain, wear and tear, degeneration typically related to poor working postures, bad lifting techniques and repetitive overuse of the lower back muscles and ligaments.
At DPRC, we thoroughly assess your problem and treat you according to your clinical symptoms and diagnosis. We will then provide you with an individualised rehabilitation programme that will surely get you back to your old self.
NECK ISSUES AND WHIPLASH
Neck pain is a frequent presentation at DPRC. Neck pain may arise if you sleep in an awkward position, drive long distances, use computers for long periods of time or strain neck muscles as a result of bad posture. Stress, anxiety and arthritis are also increasingly associated with neck problems. Signs and symptoms of neck pain may include headaches, dizziness, referred pain into your shoulders and arm, pins and needles in your fingers and difficulty sleeping.
Whiplash following a road traffic accident is a traumatic neck injury that requires immediate diagnosis and a progressive rehabilitation programme for ease of return to normal pain free living. Physiotherapy is very effective for all types of neck pain. Early diagnosis followed by a specific neck rehabilitation programme including postural re-education is vital for a full recovery.
SPRAINS, STRAINS AND TEARS
Muscle as well as ligament damage occurs when the muscle or ligamentous fibres are stretched beyond their normal limits and result in the muscle or ligamentous tissue spraining or tearing. Typical symptoms include localised stiffness, bruising, and loss of range of movement. Muscle sprains are an everyday occurrence among sports people and athletes.
Joint sprains may occur due to acute or progressive forces acting on the joint. An awkward fall or wear and tear over time can result in joint swelling, pain on movement and pain on weight-bearing activity.
It is important to undergo a full physiotherapy assessment to determine the correct location and stage of tear within the damaged tissue. Rehabilitation will be progressive, ensuring pain is reduced and movement restored through effective strengthening programmes.
SHOULDER INJURIES
The shoulder is the most movable joint in the body. Because of this, the shoulder is predisposed to numerous problems including: sprains, dislocations, tendinitis, rotator cuff injury, acromioclavicular (AC) joint issues, arthritis and frozen shoulder.
Shoulder issues may occur during completive team sports, repetitive lifting, an acute fall, osteoporosis in the elderly or spontaneously. Shoulder problems may be quite debilitating and can affect activities of daily living and work. For this reason, it is vital to differentiate between the various anatomical structures to accurately diagnose and begin treatment and rehabilitation as soon as possible.
REPETITIVE STRAIN INJURIES (RSI)
RSI is a relatively modern phenomenon characterised by localised pain in a particular area of the body, usually located around muscular insertion at a joint. It may be caused by overuse in repetitive tasks (tennis elbow), forceful exertion, vibrations (using occupational machinery), compression by surrounding structures (carpal tunnel syndrome) and sustained awkward positions (prolonged typing or computer use).
Various clinical objective tests such as the pinch and grip test can be used for diagnosis. Immediate physiotherapy treatment including soft tissue therapy, stretching and strengthening exercises as well as Ultra Sound Therapy has been shown to alleviate symptoms. Education and advice regarding modification to sitting and working postures (ergonomics) in conjunction with home exercise programmes are regularly provided to help clients self-manage this condition.
KNEE PAIN
There are many types of knee injuries and conditions which can be treated successfully by Physiotherapy. These range from ligament and cartilage problems to tendon and muscular strains. Knee pain can also be due to overuse injuries, sudden injuries or conditions such as arthritis, gout or infections.
Knee cap pain and anterior knee pain may be caused due to foot pronation/ flat feet or muscle imbalance at the hip joint. At DPRC, a full assessment to determine the cause of your knee pain will be undertaken and treatment may include strengthening exercises, soft tissue massage, orthotic prescription and or referral for further investigation such as x-ray or MRI.
PELVIC GIRDLE PAIN (PGP) AND SACROILIAC JOINT ISSUES (SIJ)
PGP is a term used to describe pain or discomfort that occurs in the joints and tissues around the pelvis region. SIJ is specifically associated with pain at the back of the pelvis where the iliac bones join the sacrum but is known to radiate to the front of the inner thigh.
These issues may be caused by a number of factors including hyper mobility (too much movement) and hypo mobility (too little movement), uneven muscle forces acting on the pelvis such as the quadriceps or hamstrings, excessive running and more commonly pregnancy (pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain).
Symptoms can often be felt when turning in bed at night, getting in and out of the car, crossing your legs and bending forwards.
Sports related pelvic pain is also very common and includes conditions such as symphysis pubic dysfunction and osteitis pubis (athletes’ groin). In contrast to PGP, these symptoms are typically reported at the front of the pelvis.
Treatment can vary among clients and what they present with. Manipulative therapy, conservative treatments such as stretching and strengthening programmes as well as deep tissue release can facilitate healing. Acupuncture and dry needling are also very effective modalities.
Neck pain is a frequent presentation at DPRC. Neck pain may arise if you sleep in an awkward position, drive long distances, use computers for long periods of time or strain neck muscles as a result of bad posture. Stress, anxiety and arthritis are also increasingly associated with neck problems. Signs and symptoms of neck pain may include headaches, dizziness, referred pain into your shoulders and arm, pins and needles in your fingers and difficulty sleeping.
Whiplash following a road traffic accident is a traumatic neck injury that requires immediate diagnosis and a progressive rehabilitation programme for ease of return to normal pain free living. Physiotherapy is very effective for all types of neck pain. Early diagnosis followed by a specific neck rehabilitation programme including postural re-education is vital for a full recovery.
SPRAINS, STRAINS AND TEARS
Muscle as well as ligament damage occurs when the muscle or ligamentous fibres are stretched beyond their normal limits and result in the muscle or ligamentous tissue spraining or tearing. Typical symptoms include localised stiffness, bruising, and loss of range of movement. Muscle sprains are an everyday occurrence among sports people and athletes.
Joint sprains may occur due to acute or progressive forces acting on the joint. An awkward fall or wear and tear over time can result in joint swelling, pain on movement and pain on weight-bearing activity.
It is important to undergo a full physiotherapy assessment to determine the correct location and stage of tear within the damaged tissue. Rehabilitation will be progressive, ensuring pain is reduced and movement restored through effective strengthening programmes.
SHOULDER INJURIES
The shoulder is the most movable joint in the body. Because of this, the shoulder is predisposed to numerous problems including: sprains, dislocations, tendinitis, rotator cuff injury, acromioclavicular (AC) joint issues, arthritis and frozen shoulder.
Shoulder issues may occur during completive team sports, repetitive lifting, an acute fall, osteoporosis in the elderly or spontaneously. Shoulder problems may be quite debilitating and can affect activities of daily living and work. For this reason, it is vital to differentiate between the various anatomical structures to accurately diagnose and begin treatment and rehabilitation as soon as possible.
REPETITIVE STRAIN INJURIES (RSI)
RSI is a relatively modern phenomenon characterised by localised pain in a particular area of the body, usually located around muscular insertion at a joint. It may be caused by overuse in repetitive tasks (tennis elbow), forceful exertion, vibrations (using occupational machinery), compression by surrounding structures (carpal tunnel syndrome) and sustained awkward positions (prolonged typing or computer use).
Various clinical objective tests such as the pinch and grip test can be used for diagnosis. Immediate physiotherapy treatment including soft tissue therapy, stretching and strengthening exercises as well as Ultra Sound Therapy has been shown to alleviate symptoms. Education and advice regarding modification to sitting and working postures (ergonomics) in conjunction with home exercise programmes are regularly provided to help clients self-manage this condition.
KNEE PAIN
There are many types of knee injuries and conditions which can be treated successfully by Physiotherapy. These range from ligament and cartilage problems to tendon and muscular strains. Knee pain can also be due to overuse injuries, sudden injuries or conditions such as arthritis, gout or infections.
Knee cap pain and anterior knee pain may be caused due to foot pronation/ flat feet or muscle imbalance at the hip joint. At DPRC, a full assessment to determine the cause of your knee pain will be undertaken and treatment may include strengthening exercises, soft tissue massage, orthotic prescription and or referral for further investigation such as x-ray or MRI.
PELVIC GIRDLE PAIN (PGP) AND SACROILIAC JOINT ISSUES (SIJ)
PGP is a term used to describe pain or discomfort that occurs in the joints and tissues around the pelvis region. SIJ is specifically associated with pain at the back of the pelvis where the iliac bones join the sacrum but is known to radiate to the front of the inner thigh.
These issues may be caused by a number of factors including hyper mobility (too much movement) and hypo mobility (too little movement), uneven muscle forces acting on the pelvis such as the quadriceps or hamstrings, excessive running and more commonly pregnancy (pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain).
Symptoms can often be felt when turning in bed at night, getting in and out of the car, crossing your legs and bending forwards.
Sports related pelvic pain is also very common and includes conditions such as symphysis pubic dysfunction and osteitis pubis (athletes’ groin). In contrast to PGP, these symptoms are typically reported at the front of the pelvis.
Treatment can vary among clients and what they present with. Manipulative therapy, conservative treatments such as stretching and strengthening programmes as well as deep tissue release can facilitate healing. Acupuncture and dry needling are also very effective modalities.