Physio Rooms Cork

Hey, lovely moms! 🌟

Join our AMAZING massage therapist Ria to discover the incredibly rewarding world of mom and baby massage where every gentle touch becomes a moment of pure love and connection. 💖

✨ Benefits for Your Baby:

Promotes better sleep 🌙
Eases tummy troubles 🌿
Enhances emotional security ❤️

✨ Perks for Mom:

Reduces stress and anxiety 🌼
Strengthens your bond 🤱
Fosters a deeper understanding of your baby’s needs
Meet other moms going through a similar tough but magical journey🌟

Join us in this beautiful journey of nurturing touch and see how a simple massage can transform your daily routine into moments of magic. 🌈

If you’re interested in this course or would like to be added to our mailing list for future course as well as receive info on our 1-1 offerings just drop us a DM with your email address

Spaces are very limited so please get in touch early

Very grateful to work with some of the best in the game this week. Thanks for having us - led by a Cork Legend.

Best of luck Saturday

L’Opportunité C’est F***ing Énorme

⚫️⚡️ We’ve got a fantastic Black Friday Saving for you.

3x Physio-Led Sports Massage sessions for €150 (Bonus Movement Screen Included)

Perfect for recurring niggles, aches or stiffness that aren’t exactly holding you back but could do with some TLC, advice and guidance from our expert therapists.

Use all 3 for yourself or share 1 as a gift with friends or family.

Drop us a message, we’ll send you a payment and booking like or a gift voucher if you’re feeling the love and want to share.

🌟 Meet Hollie. 1 of our 2 new therapists.

Hollie graduated from University of Limerick after completing an honours degree in Physiotherapy.

After qualifying, Hollie moved to London where she gained two years of valuable experience working in the NHS in a wide variety of settings including respiratory physiotherapy, intensive care, hydrotherapy, stroke rehabilitation and adult musculoskeletal outpatients.

Hollie most recently worked in a paediatric musculoskeletal setting, working with children aged 4-16 years presenting with acute, over-use and growth-related injuries. She also worked with children following orthopaedic surgical procedures ensuring they get back to full function and a safe return to their sport. Hollie is the perfect fit for the young athletic population in Carrigaline but has also worked extensively with adults in a variety of settings.

Hollie comes from a sporting background, having played Gaelic football, soccer, camogie and basketball growing up. She has represented Cork in both Gaelic football and soccer at under 16 and under 18 level giving her a great understanding of the demands of high level sport.

Hollie has particular interest in knee rehabilitation and growth-related injuries in adolescents. She is also a Pilates instructor training through the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute, which she uses with many of her patients, and her interest in this area continues to grow.

She is a member of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists (ISCP) and registered with CORU.

We’re delighted to welcome Hollie to the team and will be running some special offers for consultations to get her off the ground and welcome her to Carrigaline.

You can book appointments with Hollie through our online booking system (in bio). If you’re interested in booking an appointment with Hollie and want hear more about the offers we’re running then drop us a dm or WhatsApp to +353834826100

🧘🏻 Physio-Led Pilates

We’ve had an amazing response to to our first 6 week Pilates course starting this Monday, filling up in a few hours. Thank you to everyone who replied, if you want to join our waiting list just drop us a dm. There’s every chance we may open a 2nd course in the coming weeks 👀

The amazing .dempsey_physio is prepped and ready to get you strong, fit and flexible!


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🌟 Join our Winning Team at Physio Rooms! 🌟

Seeking driven, enthusiastic therapists with a growth mindset for an exciting career in private practice MSK and sports physiotherapy. Make a difference in people's lives and be a part of our incredible team!

✨ Why Choose Physio Rooms? ✨

🚀 Rapid Growth: Join a growing company that values professional development and career progression. We're committed to assembling the best team possible to service to our communities. Whether you're a new grad or experienced therapist, we have a supportive career pathway to get absolute most from your career!

💼 Company Culture: Experience a relaxed environment with a focus on team-building and work-life balance. We foster a supportive and enjoyable atmosphere for our team.

🌟 Meaningful Impact: Passionate about helping people achieve long-lasting results? We show you how to find the meaningful WHY in your patients journey. Our clinic puts the needs and well-being of our patients at the forefront of everything we do. We listen attentively, empathise with their concerns, and develop personalised treatment plans to help them achieve their goals

💪 Exciting Opportunities: Openings for a full-time senior physiotherapist and a 2x part-time junior physio/sports/athletic therapists.

🌈 Ready to Join Our Team?🌈

✉️ Message us today for informal chat about the positions or send a CV to [email protected] ✉️

⭐️ Meet the Carrigaline team

First up is, Shannon

Shannon graduated from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh in 2019 after completing a Masters in Physiotherapy. Prior to this, she completed a BSc in Sports Rehabilitation and Athletic Therapy from IT Carlow.

Since graduating, Shannon has gained extensive experience working for the NHS in a variety of clinical settings including MSK outpatients, orthopaedics, stroke, intensive care and acute ward settings. From this experience she has shown a particular interest in musculoskeletal injuries and orthopaedic rehab.

Whilst living in Edinburgh she also gained invaluable experience in elite sport working for Scottish premiership side Hearts FC from 2020-2022. During this time she worked for Hearts Academy managing acute and chronic sport related injuries with adolescent and youth ages groups. She later progressed to Hearts Women’s First Team Physiotherapist for the 2021/22 season and has a great interest in the development of women's sports.

Since returning back to Ireland, Shannon has been working as a Physiotherapist in the Mater Private Cork. This has given her great knowledge in the management of pre and post operative orthopaedic surgeries. She is also trained in clinical Pilates through APPI and aims to implement these skills in her daily clinical practice to manage lower back pain, women's health conditions and acute sporting injuries. Shannon is a member of ISCP and is CORU registered.

To book an appointment, you can call or WhatsApp us on:
+353 83 482 6100

Or use our online booking system where you can see all our availability.

We’re very excited to have Shannon on board, welcome to the team!

We’re delighted to be opening our 2nd location in Carrigaline in March. Keep and eye out for incredible introductory offers.

Word of mouth is huge for any small business, especially in Cork! Our team put everything in to ensuring clients get the best possible outcomes. We're constantly trying to improve our services.

A massive thank you to everyone who takes the time to give us such great feedback on google, facebook or to friends or family by word of mouth!

Living in a constant cycle of pain can be overwhelming and draining, but it doesn't have to be your reality. Remember, if nothing changes, nothing changes. Repetition becomes habit and poor habits can drive pain.

One thing we do with all our clients is identify risk factors or drivers of pain. Things like stress, sleep, worry, beliefs and other lifestyle factors can prime the body to produce a painful response to a small stimulus leaving us frustrated.

Think of it like a really sensitive car alarm that keeps going off unnecessarily.

If this sounds like you - we can help!

Happy New Year from all of us here at Physio Rooms! We hope you had a wonderful holiday season and are feeling rejuvenated and ready to tackle all that the new year has in store.

As we look ahead to 2023, we are excited to continue providing top-quality care to help you reach your health and wellness goals. Whether you are recovering from an injury, dealing with chronic pain, or simply looking to kickstart your health and fitness, we are here to support you every step of the way.

Client Experience;

Have a look at what one of our recent clients had to say about their experience in the clinic!

Are you in pain or rehabbing an injury?

Don’t suffer longer than you need to. Let our expert Physiotherapists guide you through the recovery process!

We offer;
-Same day appointments
-Early and late appointment slots
-Weekend appointments
-Free parking
-Fully equipped gym
-Expert guidance and follow-up throughout rehab process

We are also recognised by all major insurance companies.

Book your appointment now!
https://physio-rooms-cork.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

Or contact us on;
📞: 0834826100
📩:[email protected]

Do your joints SNAP, CRACKLE and POP?

And if so, is this something to worry about?

Well first of all, it’s completely normal for our joints to make noises. The majority of the time this is just due to gas escaping from the liquid within a joint.

So if your joints are making noises without any other symptoms then there’s nothing to worry about.

BUT if the snaps, crackles and pops are accompanied by pain and/or swelling then there might be something worth looking at.

DON’T jump to any conclusions without seeing a physio though!

BONUS MYTH BUST: Cracking your neck, fingers, etc will not lead to the onset of arthritis, so don't worry!

Are you in pain or rehabbing an injury?

Book you appointment now at the following link:
https://physio-rooms-cork.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

Or contact us on;
📞: 0834826100
📩:[email protected]

HAMSTRING INJURIES - What you need to know

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The hamstrings are some of the most common muscles injured, especially in sports that involve sprinting and kicking.

The thing about hamstring injuries is that their recurrence rate is CRAZY high. Once picking up an initial hamstring strain you are 2-6 times more likely to pick up a subsequent strain in the future!

SO, this means that athletes really do have to put a big effort into reducing their chance of picking up an initial hamstring strain!

Our top hamstring INJURY PREVENTION TIPS ARE;
-Increase hamstring strength through exercises like; Nordic hamstring curl, Romanian deadlift, hamstring curl, etc.
-Practise high speed running at least once per week (This builds up your hamstrings tolerance to sprinting)
-Build your aerobic fitness (Hamstring injuries are more likely to occur in the latter half of games when fatigue set in)

Do you need to rehab a sports injury?

Book you appointment now at the following link:
https://physio-rooms-cork.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

Or contact us on;
📞: 0834826100
📩:[email protected]

FROZEN SHOULDER: What you need to know

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What is it?
Frozen shoulder (aka Adhesive Capsulitis) is a condition that results in pain and stiffness in the shoulder that can last for up to 2 years.

What happens?
There are 3 phases to the condition:
1-Freezing; From 0-3 months, pain and stiffness in the shoulder increase
2-Frozen: 9-15 months, reduction in pain, increase in stiffness
3-Thawing: 4-12 months, pain decreases, gradual reduction in stiffness

Who it affects?
Frozen shoulder is most commonly seen in post-menopausal women but also affects other populations.

Are you suffering from shoulder pain? Don’t suffer in silence, let one of our expert Physiotherapists take the uncertainty and anxiety out of your recovery and guide you through the rehab process!

Book you appointment now at the following link:
https://physio-rooms-cork.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

Or contact us on;
📞: 0834826100
📩:[email protected]

If you’re currently in pain, READ THIS.

It’s not only pain that is limiting you right now, but your FEAR of pain.

If we say for example you were picking up a heavy box from the floor. This was maybe a little heavier than what your body is used to so it set off a bit of Back Pain. You naturally become more cautious about bending down to pick up a box off the floor again.

This is a TOTALLY normal response - you are just trying to protect yourself from injuring yourself again.

Where we start to run into issues is when pain begins to persist beyond the point of “tissue healing”. Our thoughts, beliefs and emotions around pain can be responsible for pain lasting longer than it has to.

When this happens it is not pain that’s limiting you, but the FEAR of doing something that will instigate pain again. So, the fear of pain can actually be more disabling than pain itself.

If you are currently in pain, don’t suffer in silence. Our expert Physiotherapists are trained in managing all kinds of pain conditions. We will take the worry and anxiety out of your recovery process.

Are you in pain or rehabbing an injury?

Book you appointment now at the following link:
https://physio-rooms-cork.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

Or contact us on;
📞: 0834826100
📩:[email protected]

How to PREVENT injury.

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Well, first of all I have to say that it’s impossible to 100% prevent injury.

BUT there are a few things you can do to significantly reduce your chance of picking up an injury.

-BUILD YOUR TOLERANCE to exercise. A good rule to keep in mind is to only increase your training intensity/volume by a maximum of 10% per week.

-AVOID OVERTRAINING;. IYour body NEEDS to rest and recover between exercise sessions so make sure to include regular rest days!

-GET ENOUGH SLEEP; Sleeping

Is it BAD to bend your back?

This is a myth that has to be BUSTED.

Let me begin by saying there is absolutely nothing wrong with bending your back!

In fact, it’s actually impossible to avoid bending your back hundreds of times throughout the day - putting on socks, tying your shoelaces, sweeping the floor, sitting in a chair, etc, etc, etc.

The idea that repetitive back bending is harmful was propagated by research that was carried out on pig spines - while pigs’ bodies may not be able to tolerate sitting in a chair, putting on socks and tying shoes, thankfully our bodies are lol!

Are you currently experiencing back pain? Let our expert Physiotherapists take the uncertainty and anxiety out of your recovery and guide you smoothly through the rehab process!

Book you appointment now at the following link:
https://physio-rooms-cork.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

Or contact us on;
📞: 0834826100
📩:[email protected]

How to deal with FLARE-UPS during injury rehab.

If you’re rehabbing from pain or injury it be very extremely worrying and disheartening to have a pain flare-up. It’s important to note, however, that these are a completely normal part of the rehab process.

Here’s some tips to help manage these flare-ups when they arise:
-DON’T PANIC! I know that this is easier said than done but just trust that flare-ups are a NORMAL part of the rehab process.
-LEARN FROM IT; When a flare-up happens, try to think back to identify the factors which may have caused it (e.g were you going through a stressful period, did you do more activity than usual, etc) Once you have identified what lead to the flare-up, try to take steps to avoid this happening again.
-SEEK SUPPORT; Reach out to your Physiotherapist for guidance for how you can best manage your flare-up. We’ll be only too happy to help

Are you in pain or rehabbing an injury?

Book you appointment now at the following link:
https://physio-rooms-cork.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

Or contact us on;
📞: 0834826100
📩:[email protected]






















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Do you ever feel “stiff” or “tight”?

If you do, you’re absolutely not alone.

Interestingly, just because we feel like our muscles are “stiff” or “tight”, it does not mean that they have any structural changes. This feeling of stiffness and tightness is just that, a feeling!

BUT what does this mean for you?

Well the good news is that if this tightness is just a “feeling” or “sensation”, then there are lots of stuff we can do to change it.

For SHORT-TERM RELIEF you can;
-Stretch the muscle
-Foam roll the muscle
-Massage the muscle

BUT, more importantly, for LONG-TERM relief you should try to;
-Improve your sleep quality
-Move more throughout the day
-Use a standing desk
-Strengthen the affected muscles

You don’t have to be a victim of persistent muscle stiffness, let our expert Physiotherapists show you the path out of pain.

Book you appointment now at the following link:
https://physio-rooms-cork.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

Or contact us on;
📞: 0834826100
📩:[email protected]

Will my neck pain get better?

Thankfully most neck pain resolves within 6 weeks.

There are a few things that can hinder recovery, however;
-Older age
-Workplace stress
-Poor sleep
Anxiety/Depression
-Fear of activity/movement

Around 70% of people will experience neck pain at some point in their lives, so you’re definitely not alone.

Just because you’re currently suffering from neck pain doesn’t mean that you have a “bad neck” or will be suffering with bouts of neck pain for life.

If you are currently experiencing neck pain, don’t suffer in silence, let our expert Physiotherapists guide you through the recovery process so you are PAIN-FREE as soon as possible.

Book you appointment now at the following link:
https://physio-rooms-cork.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

Or contact us on;
📞: 0834826100
📩:[email protected]

If you suffer with NECK PAIN, this post is for YOU.

Neck pain, although the majority of cases are easily treated, can still be extremely debilitating.

It can be useful for you to have an idea of the RISK FACTORS that can lead to the onset of neck pain;
-Smoking
-No stress management strategies
-Poor sleep
-Little social support
-Worrisome attitude re neck pain

Notice that all of these risk factors are MODIFIABLE - meaning there are things you can actively do to affect them.

Being aware of these risk factors is great and gives you back CONTROL of your condition.

Are you currently suffering with neck pain flare up? Let our expert Physiotherapists guide you through the recovery process so you are pain-free as SOON as possible.

Book you appointment now at the following link:
https://physio-rooms-cork.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

Or contact us on;
📞: 0834826100
📩:[email protected]

How will we treat your Neck Pain?

The specific treatment of your neck pain will depend on the type of neck pain you are experiencing.

In general, treatment will consist of the following;
-EDUCATION; With regard to pain management, self-management techniques, understanding of your condition, how to modify daily activities, etc.
-EXERCISE; Which will aim to build up the endurance and resilience of your neck, back and shoulder muscles.
-HANDS-ON manual therapy; Which will involve massage and manipulations to help relieve your pain flare-up

To determine the specific cause of your neck pain, our expert Physiotherapists will carry out a detailed assessment on you. Once completed, we’ll be able to guide you smoothly along the path to recovery.

If you are currently experiencing neck pain, don’t suffer in silence, let our expert Physiotherapists guide you through the recovery process so you are PAIN-FREE as soon as possible.

Book you appointment now at the following link:
https://physio-rooms-cork.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

Or contact us on;
📞: 0834826100
📩:[email protected]

Should I be WORRIED about my neck pain?

If you are currently experiencing neck pain you are definitely not alone. It is one of the most common conditions we treat here in the clinic!

Knowing the main causes of neck pain can put some of the worries you may have surrounding your condition to bed.

Thankfully, ~90% of neck pain does NOT have a sinister or scary cause, it is just due to normal irritations in the cervical spine.

The main causes of these irritations are;
-Lack of movement
-Muscle stiffness (has more to do with psychological stress than with actual muscle “tightness”)
-Nerve irritation

Less than 1% of neck pain is due to more sinister things like infection, cancer, spinal cord damage, etc.

If you are currently experiencing neck pain, don’t suffer in silence, let our expert Physiotherapists guide you through the recovery process so you are PAIN-FREE as soon as possible.

Book you appointment now at the following link:
https://physio-rooms-cork.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

Or contact us on;
📞: 0834826100
📩:[email protected]

Injury Healing Timelines:

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The healing time of an injury depends on the specific structure that has been damaged.

For muscle strains:
Grade 1: 0-2 weeks
Grade 2: 4 days - 3 months
Grade 3: 3 weeks - 6 months

For ligament sprains:
Grade 1: 0-3 days
Grade 2: 3 weeks - 6 months
Grade 3: 5 weeks - 1 year

Bone fracture:
Upper limb; 4-6 weeks
Lower limb: 8-12 weeks

There are a multitude of individual factors which can hugely influence tissue healing time, namely age, nutrition,⁣
smoking, obesity, diabetes, etc, etc.⁣
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Are you currently rehabbing an injury? Let our expert Physiotherapists take the uncertainty and worry out of your recovery guide you through the rehab process.

Book you appointment now at the following link:
https://physio-rooms-cork.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings

Or contact us on;
📞: 0834826100
📩:[email protected]