Louise O'Rourke Physiotherapy Blog

R OLFING  W HAT IS IT ? Is a system of soft tissue manipulation,  with the objective of realigning the body  structurally and harmonizing its  fundamental movement patterns in relation  t o gravity .     R OLFING ¢  Gravity? Most human beings are  significantly out of alignment because  of the effects of gravity. Gravity shapes  body alignment. From birth until death  gravity is always working on our  musculo-skeletal system. Our bodies  get pulled into unnatural positions,  which result in chronic patterns of  tension, stress and pain these affect   both mind and body not only worsening  rigidity and inflexibility but also  affecting our state of mind (eg.  irritability) . We function better when  our bodies are aligned with the  gravitational field of the earth.  What happens and what’s involved? Over a series of sessions, both client  and Rolfer work together to “lift” head,  shoulder, thorax, pelvis and legs, into  vertical alignment. Each session builds  on the cumulative result

⏩ PELVIC GIRDLE PAIN (PGP) ▶️Pain around the hips, or low back or over the pubic bone. This pain can spread done the front or back of the legs. ⛔Affects around 1 in 5 pregnant women. ▶️CAUSES? ✔Hormones related to pregnancy make the ligaments supporting the back and hip joints more stretchy. ✔Changes in the activity of muscles. ✔Changes to your posture. ✔Previous back, hip injuries. ▶️MANAGEMENT ✅Pain relieving methods, heat, tens machine. ✅Support belt. ✅Mobility, core stability, pelvic floor exercises. ✅Advice on posture. ✅Soft tissue massage. ▶️EXERCISES ON A GYM BALL ✔Sitting & exercising on a gym ball can help to improve your posture & activate your core stability. ✔The ball should be large enough to sit on with your legs bent at 90deg angle. ✅While sitting on the ball, get used to doing Pelvic floor exercises. ✅Pelvic tilting forward & backwards. ✅Pelvic circles. ⚠️Back pain & PGP can vary from mild, irritating pain to severe, disabling pain. Everyone is different

  Accessing your Mindbody Account If you were attending classes or physio appointments in our clinic and never used Mindbody ,  We created an account for you!  To access your account you will need to set up your own password. You can do that in few simple steps: 1. Got to our website www.louiseorourkephysiotherapy.ie  or Mindbody App 2. Request NEW PASSWORD (forgot password) 👉 on the Mindbody App 👉or Our website 3. Once you have requested new password, please check your email.  You will receive link that will enable you to create your own password Please follow the link provided. 4. Once you have created your password you can log in to your Mindbody account either on the App or on our website 👍 Benefits: 👉 Easily book and cancel your classes & appointments 👉 Check your schedule 👉 Check how many passes you have left 👉 Make a payments 👉 See all your past transactions If you have any questions, please do not hesitate contact us on 0879376858 or via email info@louiseorourkephys

  Ergonomics working from home Poor ergonomics contributes to muscle strain, fatigue and muscle imbalances. Majority of muscle strains result from performing repetitive movements and holding sustained posture for prolonged periods of time. Healthy posture work habits prevent common neck, shoulder, back and wrist problems, while also increasing work productivity and mood. Tips for sitting in front of the computer: Keep your screen at eye level and  place your keyboard  close to your body. Sit in your chair with your back supported to avoid slumping. Make sure your feet are positioned on the ground. Use a foot stool if your feet don't reach the ground. If possible use a desk that can be converted to a standing desk to lessen the strain on your spine. Take standing or walking breaks every 30-45 minutes.  Rest your eyes by looking away from the computer and focusing on a distant object. Tips for talking on the phone: Avoid tilting your head and holding your phone between your ear and s

  ADVICE FOR GOLFERS RETURNING TO ACTIVITY One week and counting until the return of golf. After such a long absence from sport, we predict to see an increase in aches and pains associated with doing too much too quickly.   Have you been hitting off hard mats? Or suddenly going from doing nothing for months to planning on hitting 300 balls a day for a week? Players need to develop a stable foundation and develop tissue resilience that can tolerate the forces being placed upon them. The golf swing requires a large mix of explosive power, strength, stability, flexibility and athletic ability.  Here is some education on three key areas to develop and maintain your mobility. This will help reduce injury potential and benefit your game! Thoracic spine (mid back) Golf requires a lot of rotation which is generated from the thoracic spine. If your thoracic spine is stiff, rotational forces will end up going elsewhere. Usually this is to the lumbar spine (low back) which is not designed well to

  PILATES PRICE LIST ***All Classes can be purchased  on our website l ouiseorourkephysiotherapy.ie and through our Admin Team in reception.  We are offering 1 Trial Reformer Class for €15 1 Trial Mat Class for €12.50 This allows you to get comfortable and try out our classes without having to commit to a full price class. Book now so you don’t miss this opportunity!

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      Welcome to Newcastle Physio & Pilates. Thank you for your interest in Pilates with us. We are proud to help so many with our Pilates Classes on daily basis.  FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How do I know Pilates is suitable for me? Pilates is suitable for you if: If you have not exercised in a long time & want to start moving again You would like to improve your health If you would like to work on something that is preventing you from doing what you love  You would like to have some fun in a relaxed environment Where will I start? We recommend starting with a Back-to-Basics Class or a Beginners Class. This is the perfect starting point if you are new to Pilates. Your Teacher will guide you from there. You can start with Beginners Mat or Reformer. They are both for new clients. What if I find it too tough or if I am not able? Pilates is a gentle, low impact workout. This is why we advise a Basics class or a Beginners class to start with. This is a nice Introduction into the exe

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  How our Waitlist Works? If class is fully booked up, you can still sign up for WAITLIST If a class is full, but there's a spot available on the waitlist, you'll see the "Waitlist" button when signing up for class.  Please note that we require you to buy a pass, or have an existing one on file, in order to hold your spot in line.     Waiting List will be closed 30 minutes before the start of the class.  Text will be sent immediately if you are added to the Class.  It is important that you reply to this message. Text back “Y” to attend, or “N” to decline.  🚨 IMPORTANT 🚨   If you require more than 1 hour notice if you have gotten a space in the class  please do not join the Waitlist.  ‼️ 𝐓𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 " 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 " 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤