Back and Neck Pain
Back and neck pain is one of the most common complaints we treat at Somerton Physiotherapy Clinic. At our Blanchardstown, Castleknock and Tallaght facilities we successfully treat back and neck pain on a daily basis. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) low back pain is the leading cause of disability in the general public and a leading reason for work absenteeism. Latest research estimates that up to 80% of the world’s population will suffer from back and/or neck pain at some point in their lifetime, with a large portion of these going on to develop long term issues.
Common Skiing Injuries – How Somerton Physio Can Help You?
Common Skiing Injuries – How Somerton Physio Can Help You? Snowboarding-related / Skiing Injuries It is that time of the year again when we dust off our skiing gear and head for the slopes. The popularity of skiing and snowboarding has grown significantly over the past decade despite concerns that these activities are high-risk and […]
Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow) What is Lateral Epicondylitis/Tennis Elbow? Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow) is a painful condition affecting the outside of the elbow. In most cases it is caused by an overuse or repetitive strain placed on the elbow. It varies from 1-3% in the general population to more than 50% in amateur tennis players. […]
VO₂ Max Testing
VO₂ max (short for maximal oxygen uptake) is a measurement of the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during intense exercises and is widely recognised as the gold standard for measuring cardiovascular fitness and aerobic endurance.