Benefits of having functional core strength?
If I had a euro every time someone with a back injury said to me: I have a great core, I do sit ups and oblique twists regularly. I’d be a millionaire. In simple terms. muscles have a priority job. Certain muscles are designed to create movement primarily. Others are primarily designed to stabilise and […]
Limerick Performance Yoga Classes.
Starting WEDS 7th Sept. 6 week course. Instructed by Orla, a practicing Chartered Physiotherapist. Weds 9.30am Embody Fitness Castletroy (above Supervalu) Weds 6.30pm Garryowen RFC Dooradoyle INTRODUCTORY OFFER Drop in rate €15 per class, 6 wk course €60 PRE BOOKING ESSENTIAL We are delighted to announce that Chartered Physiotherapist Orla Crosse is starting classes in […]
How long does it take to create a habit?
There’s a theory that it takes 21 days to create a habit. Who doesn’t like the idea that you can change your life in a few weeks? The idea that 3 weeks can change your habits is indeed a myth and a perfect example of the more people say something, especially influencers, the more that […]
Exciting News. New Midweek Limerick Class.
Hi guys, I’m delighted to bring you this exciting news! Performance Yoga will be starting 2 new morning yoga classes in Limerick from Sept. Wednesdays Mornings. First class TBA 7/7.30am, for those of you who want your mobility session before working early. Second class TBA 9.30am/10am. for those with flexitime! Location: Castletroy!! Near an amazing […]
Recovering from injury? What should be going on in your rehabilitation package.
Rehabilitation Principles for Physiotherapists. There are seven principles of rehabilitation; principles are the foundation upon which rehabilitation is based. Avoid aggravation Timing Compliance Individualization Specific sequencing Intensity Total patient A: Avoid aggravation. It is important not to aggravate the injury during the rehabilitation process. Therapeutic exercise, if administered incorrectly or without good judgment, has the […]
20 min Easy Yoga Sequence
I took a little break from classes recently. Basically taking my own advice of finding balance, listening to my body etc 🙂 One of the things I felt I needed a break from was physically doing yoga poses! During classes and working as a Physio I know I was taking myself to the edge of […]
Dynamic Runners Warm Up. Dublin City Marathon
The Dublin City Marathon is only around the Corner on Mon 26th October. The taper is full swing, leaving you time to eat, rest and continue your strength and conditioning. Many of my Physio patients and Yoga friends are going the distance. From personal experience and recent scientific studies , I recommend a dynamic warm up […]
Top 5 Tips for Workers who Stand all day.
Another fabulous friend suggested writing about: ‘A good few of us are shop workers, hairdressers, beauticians that stand for hours at a time, since starting yoga I correct my posture a bit better (when I think of it), maybe some pointers to reduce leg swelling, ankle strengthening stuff, and lower back protection….’ Let’s start with […]
Top 5 Neck Exercises for Desk Workers
I asked my clients what they really want from physio blogs. First on the request list: ‘Neck exercises would be great because so many of us are hunched over a computer screen not to mention phones etc’ I think that speaks for a lot of us including me (straightening up as I write this!). Top […]
Free Health Info Leaflets for the public
How often do you get free medical advice? The good people at the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapy have developed concise information leaflets for the public regarding a variety of common physical issues, including: Physiotherapy and the Computer Physiotherapy following Stroke Physiotherapy and Back Care for Children You can download them and print them. Safe […]