Pain & strain in the neck & shoulders, upper back, arms or wrists can often be caused by the way a person is positioned in front of a work station. Nowadays there are many types of computer screens used in the working environment. These are termed ‘Display Screen Equipment (DSE ), e.g. working on the …
Traction on the neck This is a gentle treatment which involves exerting a pull on the tissues of the neck or low back. Treatment lasts approximately 15-20 minutes, depending on the severity of the pain. It is particularly good when the pain is ‘referred’ from the spine to the arms or legs (Sciatica). You can …
The body responds to different types of electrical treatment, whether its to reduce swelling or pain or stimulate muscles to contract. At Adare Physiotherapy Clinic, we use electrical treatments as they are beneficial to help you get relief and return to your normal activities. The properties of Ultrasound are used in Physiotherapy to work on swelling. This is because …
Pain and discomfort in the feet is very tiring. This can be caused by dropping of the long and or metatarsal arches, in turn putting pressure on the soft tissues. Conditions such as ‘Plantar Fascietis’ (heel pain) or ‘Metatarsalia’ (Pain under the ball of the foot) can respond to Physiotherapy. Orthotics are insoles designed to …
Shoulder pain is very limiting. It hurts to do things like dressing, driving, picking up children, in fact nearly everything. Sometimes shoulder pain comes from an injury, and sometimes it comes from holding your arm in an awkward position. There are many other causes, but Chartered Physiotherapists are trained to work out what’s causing the …
‘A pain in the neck’ is no laughing matter! It can be agony turning your head, difficult to get comfortable at night, and be uncomfortable at work to say the least. Physiotherapy with us involves ‘hands on treatment’ which eases tight painful muscles and releases stiff joints to allow you to move with comfort. Gentle exercises …
Back pain can be crippling if it strikes. Physiotherapy treatment can help to ease to the pain in an acute attack. Later on the aim is to prevent the pain reoccurring in the future. This clinic is registered with AVIVA Back-Up programme for prompt recovery from back pain. Accurate assessment of the patient’s pain and dysfunction …
Many people suffer from various forms of Arthritis. Physiotherapy can help to ease some of the symptoms, especially in the earlier stages. Arthritis in the shoulder can lead to pain and stiffness. If you have been diagnosed with arthritis, it’s worth your while to discuss it with us, as you might not have to put up …
