Injury in sport affects people of all ages and abilities. Whether playing Rugby, Gaelic football, Hurling, Tennis, Golf or another sport, sports injuries can include; 1. Swelling and bruising 2. Ligament sprains and tears 3. Muscle pulls and tears 4. Tendon overloading 5. Injuries to the joint 6. Overuse injuries 7. Stress fractures [...]
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Vestibular neuritis (also referred to as vestibular neuronitis) is a viral infection of the inner ear. It arises from the herpes labialis virus or the ‘cold sore virus’. This virus can track along the nerve supplying the inner ear called the vestibulocochlear nerve. It can also arise from a viral infection of the upper [...]
Concussion is a headline injury these days with increasing numbers of athletes spending time side-lined and, in some cases, forced to retire. Awareness of concussion and its causes are certainly improving, but knowledge of symptoms, prognosis and issues such as post- concussion syndrome or vestibular issues associated with concussion are very poorly understood amongst [...]
Do you suffer from positional vertigo (Dizziness)? Vertigo is the awful sensation of the room spinning around and may be accompanied by dizziness, imbalance and nausea. If these symptoms are brought on by a change in position such as turning over in bed, looking up, leaning forwards, bending down to pick something up [...]
Here are some of our top tips for anyone living with Asthma in 2022. Reduce your Exposure to Allergens One of the best things you can do to minimize asthma symptoms is to reduce your exposure to allergens.Pollen or whatever triggers your breathing problems should be watched for and [...]
Here are some tips on back to school fitness, health and posture. Returning to school is very different for kids compared to a free summer of running around. They are now back to sitting for extended periods of time. Kids are known for slouching in chairs and hunching over to support the weight of [...]
Custom foot orthotics are an important factor in maintaining proper foot health. The aim of custom foot orthotics is to help reduce stress on the tissues in your foot and lower limb, rather than “realign” your foot or putting it into a ‘neutral’ position. Recent research shows that one “ideal” alignment doesn’t exist and [...]
As your child grows you will have found yourself going on a number of shopping trips for shoes. In the early stages of development you may have noticed your child experiencing some foot related issues like flat feet, leg pain, or trouble with balance. It is not unusual for children to have orthotics to [...]
Playing golf has many health benefits both physically and mentally. A full 18 hole round of golf depending on your body size can burn around 1,400 or more calories. However, golf requires a certain level of strength, endurance, explosive power, flexibility and athletic ability to perform a movement that produces some of the fastest club [...]