Musculoskeletal physiotherapy is concerned with the assessment and treatment of conditions involving the mechanics of the body systems from muscle strains, ligament sprains and tendonitis to arthritic problems. The areas of Musculoskeletal physiotherapy in which we specialise include the assessment and treatment of conditions under the following headings:

• Neck and Back pain (acute and chronic)
• Joint Pain and Dysfunction/Arthritic Problems
• Whiplash Associated Disorders
• Sciatica
• Headaches
• Chronic Pain Conditions
• Muscular strains
• Ligament sprains
• Prescription Insoles and Orthotics
• Post Surgery Rehabilitation
• Repetitive Strain Injuries
• Soft Tissue Tendon Injuries

At James Maxwell Physiotherapy we aim to provide excellence in diagnosis and rehabilitation of sports injuries from the elite athlete to the weekend warrior, providing a top class service accessible to athletes of any ability or background.

We take great pride in delivering the most recent evidence based rehabilitation in treating all injuries from head to toe. When assessing and caring out a rehabilitation programme we use the most up to date research together with the most modern technology to get the best results.

Our Sports Performance programme is aimed not only those undertaking end stage rehabilitation before return to sport but also the athlete who is looking to improve their performance and reduce risk of injury through optimal loading and movement patterns associated with sports specific demands. At James Maxwell Physiotherapy we specialise in a broad range of sports which enables us to tailor our approach to your exact requirements.

Common sports we treat and rehabilitate at James Maxwell Physiotherapy are:

• GAA
• Rugby
• Soccer
• Running
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Cycling
• Athletics
• Golf

This is the area of physiotherapy primarily focuses on the treatment of injuries or disorders of the skeletal system and associated muscles, joints and ligaments Orthopaedic Physiotherapy also includes pre and post-operative rehabilitation of hip, shoulder and knee. At James Maxwell Physiotherapy we will carry out a clinical assessment and this is followed by appropriate and specific treatments. It is important to get to the source of the problem and prevent a re-occurrence. Our treatment goal is to provide pain relief, increase joint range, improve strength and flexibility and restore the patient to full function and participation in everyday life.
Orthopaedic Conditions treated by James Maxwell Physiotherapy:

• Ligament sprain & rupture
• Fracture rehabilitation
• Osteo-Arthritis
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Total Knee & Hip Replacements
• Scoliosis
• Post-operative surgeries

This area of physiotherapy is concerned with assisting and promoting physical recovery after neurological events and conditions. Typical neurological conditions that we are asked to assess and treat are

• Stroke
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Parkinson’s Disease
• Traumatic brain injury
• Polyneuropathies (such as Diabetic Neuropathy and Guillain-Barré Syndrome)
• Peripheral nerve
• Cerebral Palsy (and motor learning disorders), balance impairments and vertigo.

Neurological physiotherapy adopts a problem-based and individual approach as determined by a thorough an initial assessment. Therefore, at James Maxwell Physiotherapy we aim to restore

• Normal movement
• Control of abnormal muscle tone
• Facilitation of function
• Optimisation of compensation.

A highly specialised area of physiotherapy is concerned with all aspects of ante and post natal care, pregnancy related back pain and issues relating to bladder, bowel and pelvic floor dysfunction.

Today physiotherapy is now well established as an effective treatment option for most people experiencing incontinence or bladder problems during or after pregnancy. Physiotherapy treatment in this area entails a holistic approach, involving correct education of pelvic floor muscle training, advice on fluid intake, bowel control and tailored exercise programmes. Typical conditions we assess at James Maxwell Physiotherapy include

• Pelvic pain and sacro-iliac joint dysfunction
• Low back pain
• Thoracic pain
• Stress urinary incontinence
• Urge incontinence
• Pelvic floor and core muscle weakness

At James Maxwell Physiotherapy we can perform an Injury Screening test and design a personalised programme specifically for you, based upon your goals and desires right from the professional athlete to the weekend warrior.

• Starting or trying out a new sport or getting back to exercise
• Looking for that extra 10% in sporting performance?
• Returning to sport from injury?
• Complaining of ongoing niggles or injuries that won’t go away?
• Experiencing repetitive strain injuries

If any of the above sound like you, then the answer is Yes.

How do we do we test you?

At James Maxwell Physiotherapy we use a Functional Movement Screen (FMS) to identify your muscle flexibility, weakness, limitations and your body’s asymmetrical movement patterns. The FMS is a set of functional tests we get you to perform by placing you in an extreme positions where weaknesses and imbalances become noticeable.  Highlighting functional deficits and addressing them can reduce the risk of injury and improve your body performance capability.

The FMS is used worldwide by international athletes in many various sporting disciplines. At present we currently use it with Rugby, GAA, athletic, Golf clubs just to name a few.

Programme Design

From your FMS findings we can tailor an individualised programme for you. This will be based on your personal needs and goals to reduce the risk of injury and improve your ability to perform to your potential.

We promise No More

• Generic exercise programmes
• Poor exercise technique
• Re-occurring injuries or niggles
• Poor sporting performance

This specialised service has proved very successful in returning injured athlete’s back to running within there chosen sport. At James Maxwell Physiotherapy we video your running technique using the latest video motion technology to analyse your running pattern.

This will allow us to pick up any imbalances that may be contributing to overload injuries or lead to injuries in the future.

Poor technique will lead to overusing and injuring muscles, decreased energy efficiency, decreased performance and ultimately leading to slower race times.

How we achieve this:

• Physically assess of your muscle power and flexibility
• Perform a comprehensive video analysis of you running gait on a treadmill which we can dissect using our high precision slow-motion video analysis software.

This programme is essential for runners with pain related to the

• Hip
• Knee
• ITB
• Shin
• Calf
• Achilles
• Foot

Or those looking to improve overall running times and performance

In today’s busy business world it’s difficult for people to make time to look after their health and wellness. At James Maxwell Physiotherapy we are here to help, offering our expertise in a number of services such as

Loyalty Programme

We offer company’s the chance to sign up to our loyalty programme, this entitles staff to :

• Discounted Physiotherapy treatment
• Preferential treatment times
• Free Health & Wellness talk when a company sign’s up to the programme

To get more information or to sign up your company up please email us

On Site Physiotherapy

We can provide an excellent Physiotherapy service right to your office.

• Improving staff’s health and wellness by offering easy access to health care professional’s
• Reduced Absenteeism from musculoskeletal disorder’s (MSDs)
• Improvement in company productivity due to less work days lost through MSDs

“In Ireland, 14 million days are lost each year due to absence and ill health in the workforce, with half of those attributable to MSDs. This costs Ireland €750m each year and 7 million days in absenteeism.”

— Fit for Work Ireland – Position Paper April 2013 Produced by Arthritis Ireland

Workplace ergonomics

Technology has changed the way we work and how we live our lives. Today society has moved from being dominated by manual labour to a more sedentary, thought driven culture, and this change has brought with it different health challenges.

Ergonomics is about adapting the environment we find ourselves in to suit our needs. In the modern workplace, the Principles of Ergonomics can be applied to all areas of a company and to every individual within an organisation. At all levels of an organisation, employees can benefit from the knowledge of how to set up a workstation correctly and adopt a position which is beneficial to their overall health and productivity.

At James Maxwell Physiotherapy we offer

• Ergonomics workstation assessment
• postural analysis and postural correction at the workstation.
• Movement and brain breaks to increase productivity

By taking a modern and integrative approach to workplace ergonomics at James Maxwell Physiotherapy we can help your business

• increase its productivity,
• reduce sick days and overall cost
• Improve employee engagement
• Improve the overall safety and promote better wellness among employees

Our innovative solution will meet all of your organisation’s needs and much, much more.

Eimer Grogan, James Maxwell Physiotherapy affiliated STOTT Pilates Mat and pregnancy Pilates instructor who has years of experience and expertise in implementing Pilates to improve your core strength, tone up, reduce back pain and to improve your general physical fitness. Please contact us regarding ongoing Pilates classes or one to one Pilates sessions.