Are you in need of additional support in the car or chair? Our lumbar rolls are light and easy to use. New in……. McKenzie lumbar rolls. To enquire please contact Southside Physiotherapy Clinic on 01-289 7171 or e-mail info@southsidephysio.com
Tendinopathy or tendon disease
What is it? Tendinopathy refers to disease of a tendon. What is a tendon? Well it consists of a bundle of collagen tissue that connects muscle to bone. You may have heard of the Achilles tendon at the back of your ankle. This connects your calf muscle to your heel bones. Other tendons in the lower leg include the patellar … Read More
What is Vertigo
What is Vertigo? Vertigo is a common health complaint that affects women more than men. It gives the sensation that the room is spinning even though you are still!! This happens when you move your head. For example: turning in bed, getting out of bed, looking up and/or lying on one side This room spinning sensation usually lasts less than a … Read More
Gluteal tendinopathy
Gluteal tendinopathy or hip tendon pain is the most common cause of greater trochanteric pain syndrome. Your gluteal tendons are the tough tendon fibres that connect your gluteal muscles to your hip bone. Usually injury occurs when tiny tears to the tendon occur over long time periods. Gluteal tendinopathy can occur due to poor hip and gluteal muscle control. This … Read More
Give A Precious Christmas Present!
Give a precious Christmas present! Surprise a loved one! Get that niggly pain sorted GIVE A VOUCHER FOR; An expert assessment Pilates 1:1 Exercise classes All led by experienced Chartered Physiotherapists at Southside Physiotherapy Clinic Phone 01 2897171 or Email info@ southsidephysio.com
Get fit for Skiing
Get fit for skiing The ski season is starting and it is important to prepare the body for it.Would you run a 10 km race without training for it? Many of us head straight from our office job to 7 days on the slopes. This can increase our risk of injury. The most common skiing injuries include knee ligament damage, … Read More
Have you checked your car seat?!
We often have patients in Southside Physiotherapy Clinic complaining of back pain for no apparent reason. With careful assessment and screening we sometimes find that surprisingly that the car seat is the main cause for their pain. Making a few adjustments to your car seat could potentially save you lots of trouble, especially in cases where a person has had … Read More
Managing your Osteoarthritis Knee Pain
What we know about what causes osteoarthritis knee pain. Osteoarthritis develops as the cartilage that helps protect your knee begins to deteriorate and the joint space between the bones narrow. In addition, knee joint fluid begins to break down and lose its ability to cushion and lubricate the knee. This causes common symptoms of knee osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis knee pain needs … Read More
Does exercise improve your mood??
Sure, exercise is good for your body, but did you ever think about how it could improve your mood? Science backs up the premise that regular exercise actually boosts your mood and makes you a more joyful person. When you work out intensely, physiological changes take place in your body that increase the feeling of happiness. Feeling … Read More
Positive Ageing Week 2017 25th Sept – 1st Oct.
Positive Ageing Week 2017 25th Sept – 1st Oct. Positive ageing is possible! Maintain your muscles Improve your balance Keep your joints supple We at Southside Physiotherapy Clinic are … Read More