Recovery, Running, Tips, Stretching, Prevention, Exercise, Marathon Training
Mary Doyle
Training for a marathon? Here is some advice ...

Training for a marathon isn't just about pushing your limits; it's about finding the delicate balance between endurance and injury prevention. That's where the expertise of a physiotherapist can make all the difference to your training and preparation.

Training for a marathon? Here is some advice from a Physio!
ACL, Injury, Sports Injuries
Mary Doyle
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Rehabilitation

ACL injury is one of the most common injuries in field sports. This injury requires long-term rehabilitation and commitment from the injured individual, which can take two forms; either conservative or non-conservative management.

Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Rehabilitation
Positive Ageing, Physiotherapy, Pain, Arthritis
Mary Doyle
Managing Arthritis with Physiotherapy: A ...

There is no cure for arthritis, but physiotherapy has been proven to be very effective for managing the symptoms, improving joint function and mobility, strengthening the joints, and improving quality of life for individuals living with this condition.

Managing Arthritis with Physiotherapy: A Comprehensive Guide
Posture, Strains, Strain, Neck Pain
Mary Doyle
Combatting Text Neck: Tips to Reduce Strain ...

Text neck refers to the strain and discomfort that result from prolonged periods spent looking down at electronic devices, leading to poor posture and potential long-term health consequences. In this blog post, we'll explore what text neck is, its effects on the body, and practical strategies to reduce its impact and promote better posture. 

Combatting Text Neck: Tips to Reduce Strain & Improve Posture
Recovery, Gym, Exercise, Pain
Mary Doyle
Tips For Managing DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle ...

Have you ever experienced intense soreness or stiffness in your muscles about 24 to 48 hours after an intense workout? This phenomenon is often referred to as DOMS, or delayed onset muscle soreness, and is a result of tiny, microscopic tears in your muscle fibres as a result of high intensity exercise.

Tips For Managing DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness)

Hamstring Injuries

Why Are Hamstrings So Commonly Injured In GAA?

Why Are Hamstrings So Commonly Injured In GAA?

Hamstring injuries are common across a wide discipline of sports however, in particular, are particularly prevalent within Gaelic football. A study that spanned 8 years investigated the injury rate across 15 elite Gaelic football teams. It found that not only are hamstrings the most prevalent injury in Gaelic football, but the injury rate increased between 2008 and 2011 and then again in 2012 and 2015!

Hamstring Injuries in Sports People

The hamstring muscle group has three main muscles.  These are bicep femoris, semimembranosus and semitendinosus.  Hamstring strains are common injuries that occur in sprinters and sports involving sprinting such as soccer and hockey. Injuries usually occur when the hamstring suddenly stretches or rapidly contracts against resistance. There are several pre-disposing factors for hamstring strains:

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