Whiplash Symptoms and Treatments
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Whiplash Symptoms and Treatments

Whiplash, also referred to as neck sprain, is a soft tissue injury to the neck. Whiplash can cause pain and stiffness and can be extremely uncomfortable. 

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Common Injuries from Musicians
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Common Injuries from Musicians

Playing an instrument can be a very taxing task as musicians hold very specific postures and can complete very repetitive movements over long periods of time while practising.

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A Brief History of Physical Therapy
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A Brief History of Physical Therapy

Physical therapy has been around for thousands of years and the root of some practices can be traced back to Roman and even Egyptian times. Physicians like Hippocrates, and later Galenus, are believed to have been the first practitioners of physiotherapy.

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Stages of Sciatica Recovery
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Stages of Sciatica Recovery

Many treatments can be helpful to aid the resolution of sciatica. Here at Ballsbridge Physiotherapy, we will develop a personalised treatment plan that will help you manage your symptoms and help you return to your previous function as timely as possible. 

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Help Prevent Muscle Cramps during Competition
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Help Prevent Muscle Cramps during Competition

With cramping, it is important to stay hydrated before, during, and after exercise/activities. It may also be important to avoid things like caffeine and alcohol, especially after exercise.

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Why Do My Toes Go Numb?
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Why Do My Toes Go Numb?

There are many different reasons why you may feel numbness in your toes or feet. It can range from very harmless, to something you may need to speak to a doctor about.

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When Does Exercise Become Unhealthy?
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When Does Exercise Become Unhealthy?

I’m sure you have heard the great benefits that come with exercise, but can exercise become unhealthy? The answer is Yes! In general though, most people are not overexercising or addicted to exercise.

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Summiting Kilimanjaro 2022
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Summiting Kilimanjaro 2022

Mount Kilimanjaro, one of the seven summits of the world sits at nearly 6,000 metres, the highest freestanding mountain, a dormant volcano in Tanzania.

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