We’re delighted to welcome Dr. Susan Coote, Optimise Neuro Physio, to our clinical team at Mid West Physiotherapy. Susan is a Chartered Physiotherapist specialising in neurological conditions including stroke, Parkinsons disease, MS and other neurological conditions.
Stroke
Dr. Susan Coote is an expert neuro physiotherapist who specialises in stroke. A stroke happens when the brain is deprived of oxygen, either from a clot in the brain which obstructs bloodflow, or from a bleed in the brain. Depending on the severity, research into stroke recovery has shown that physiotherapy can improve physical function, balance, walking and strength.
Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is a condition that affects the nerves in the spinal cord and brain. Symptoms of MS vary from person to person and can include fatigue, decreased balance, changes in sensation, muscle stiffness, and reduced mobility. Expert advice, support and treatment from neuro physiotherapist, Dr Susan Coote.
Parkinson’s Disease
Dr. Susan Coote is an expert in neuro physiotherapy. Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that affects people’s movements. People with Parkinson’s may have a tremor; difficulty walking, stepping or balancing; or slower movements. The aim of physiotherapy is to improve your strength, mobility, movements, balance, and gait.
Falls Prevention Programmes
Dr. Susan Coote, expert neuro physiotherapist, creates falls prevention programmes to help anyone with decreased mobility or balance. The aim of a falls prevention programme is to reduce the risk of falling by increasing a person’s strength, balance, awareness, independence, and confidence.
Online Physiotherapy
An online physiotherapy (video) consultation allows you to speak one-to-one with an experienced physiotherapist from Mid West Physiotherapy at a time and location that is convenient for you. This service is ideal for those who are unable to attend our clinic, or unsure of whether they actually need physiotherapy, maybe looking for a second opinion, or just want to pick the brains of an expert physiotherapist.
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Online Pilates Classes
Join us online via Zoom every Tuesday evening at 7pm fora 45-minute Pilates class with Aisling Mulryan, which is tailored towards back and neck pain. This is a mat-based Pilates class that will facilitate those at beginner to intermediate level. These classes will focus on building your strength, core stability, flexibility, muscle control, posture and breathing. Price: €5.00.
Back & Neck Pain
Back and neck pain are among the most common problems presented at our physiotherapy clinic. Our expert physiotherapists have years of experience in treating back and neck pain, and know just the right treatments to help you feel better and stay better.
Other Pain & Injuries
Soft tissue injuries, such as muscle, ligament and tendon injuries, are commonly presented to us. Our expert physiotherapists have years of experience in treating soft tissue injuries and know just the right treatments to help you feel better and stay better.
Sports Injuries
Sports are our passion at Mid West Physiotherapy. We know how vital it is to stay fit and strong, and just how frustrating it can feel to be sidelined by injury. We’ll pull out all the stops to get you back playing the sport you love, while minimising the risk of injury recurrence.
Rehab After Surgery
In many cases, surgery is just the beginning of the recovery process; in order to optimise the speed and success of your recovery, a careful post-surgical rehabilitation programme will be required. Our expert Physiotherapists are highly skilled and experienced in treating post-operative patients.
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is decreased bone density which affects the strength of your bones. Weight-bearing exercises has been shown to help maintain your bone density, which means keeping your bones strong. Physiotherapists can advise on what the best and safest types of exercise are for you to maintain your health. If you have had a fall where you broke a bone, a physiotherapist can also help you regain your strength.
Chronic Pain
Chronic pain refers to pain which has persisted for 3 months or more. Physiotherapy is a drug-free, non-invasive, cost-effective and proven method of treating the condition. Our expert physiotherapists will help you to take control of your chronic pain, improve your symptoms and enhance your quality of life.
Arthritis
Arthritis is a common chronic condition which causes pain, heat and joint swelling. Our expert physiotherapists have years of experience in treating arthritis and know just the right treatments and methodologies to help you feel better and manage the condition effectively.
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Leonora Kennedy is an expert physiotherapist trained in the area of “phase 3” cardiac rehabilitation. This service is tailored towards patients who have experienced a cardiac event, undergone cardiac surgery, or who are at risk of heart disease, and is focused on safe, controlled exercise combined with patient education.
Orthotics
At Mid West Physiotherapy you can avail of a bespoke orthotic fitting service by a trained Chartered Physiotherapist. Your consultation will involve a full assessment of your foot biomechanics, foot shape, gait, plus your activity and footwear requirements.
Pregnancy Assessment
Leonora Kennedy, physiotherapist, specialises in antenatal and postnatal exercise and wellness. Combining physiotherapy, exercise, Pilates guidance and support, she will help you to feel your best during and after pregnancy.
Postnatal Assessment
If you’re suffering from back pain, neck pain, or core muscle weakness after having your baby, Leonora Kennedy, expert postnatal exercise and wellness, will help you to resolve your pain, and recover your strength and endurance. Combining physiotherapy, exercise, Pilates guidance and support.
Neurological Conditions
We’re delighted to welcome Dr. Susan Coote, Optimise Neuro Physio, to our clinical team at Mid West Physiotherapy. Susan is a Chartered Physiotherapist specialising in neurological conditions including stroke, Parkinsons disease, MS and other neurological conditions.
Stroke
Dr. Susan Coote is an expert neuro physiotherapist who specialises in stroke. A stroke happens when the brain is deprived of oxygen, either from a clot in the brain which obstructs bloodflow, or from a bleed in the brain. Depending on the severity, research into stroke recovery has shown that physiotherapy can improve physical function, balance, walking and strength.
Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is a condition that affects the nerves in the spinal cord and brain. Symptoms of MS vary from person to person and can include fatigue, decreased balance, changes in sensation, muscle stiffness, and reduced mobility. Expert advice, support and treatment from neuro physiotherapist, Dr Susan Coote.
Parkinson’s Disease
Dr. Susan Coote is an expert in neuro physiotherapy. Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that affects people’s movements. People with Parkinson’s may have a tremor; difficulty walking, stepping or balancing; or slower movements. The aim of physiotherapy is to improve your strength, mobility, movements, balance, and gait.
Falls Prevention Programmes
Dr. Susan Coote, expert neuro physiotherapist, creates falls prevention programmes to help anyone with decreased mobility or balance. The aim of a falls prevention programme is to reduce the risk of falling by increasing a person’s strength, balance, awareness, independence, and confidence.
Lymphoedema
Sinéad Cobbe is an expert Chartered Physiotherapist and trained specialist in the management of lymphoedema. Using a range of treatment methods, she helps patients to gain control of their oedema and teaches them how to successfully manage it for themselves. Here you can also watch Sinéad’s “Lymphoedema DIY” YouTube series.
Occupational Health
Our occupational health experts can work with your company to reduce the risks and incidences of injury happening to employees in your workplace. Our programmes will help you to reduce absenteeism, increase productivity (and thus profitability), and have a happier, healthier workforce.
Ergonomic Awareness Training
Ergonomic awareness training aims to teach employees how to identify risk factors for developing pain or injury in the workplace, and how to modify these risks. This practical and engaging 60-minute session is taught to small groups on-site by an expert Chartered Physiotherapist. Training is tailored to the exact needs of your organisation.
MSD Prevention Programmes
Musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) prevention programmes are aimed at solving recurrent pain or injury problems in the workplace. These programmes are tailored to the organisation’s specific needs: (1) Our experts assess and analyse the issues, (2) we identify the contributing factors and analyse how to improve them, and (3) we identify solutions and make recommendations to prevent the risk of MSDs.
Workstation Assessment
A workstation assessment is an examination of the person’s workspace, posture, activity and musculoskeletal health in order to identify any ergonomic issues which might be contributing to pain or problems, or have the potential to do so. Our goal is to identify any risk factors and give you practical solutions to address and resolve them.
Online Workstation Assessment
An online (video) workstation assessment is an examination of the person’s workspace, posture, activity and musculoskeletal health in order to identify any ergonomic issues which might be contributing to pain or problems, or have the potential to do so. Our goal is to identify any risk factors and give you practical solutions to address and resolve them.
Rehabilitation Pilates Classes
We offer group rehabilitation Pilates classes with a Chartered Physiotherapist with Pilates training and accreditation. Pilates is a safe and enjoyable form of low-impact exercise which can be modified to help people who suffer from recurring injury. We will help you to improve your core muscle strength and flexibility, and reduce the risk of injury recurrence.
One-to-one Rehabilitation Pilates
We offer private one-to-one Pilates tuition with a Chartered Physiotherapist with Pilates training and accreditation. Pilates is a safe and enjoyable form of low-impact exercise which can be modified to help people with specific injuries. We will help you to improve your core muscle strength and flexibility, and reduce the risk of injury recurrence.
General Reflexology
Reduce stress and inflammation, improve circulation and induce relaxation with reflexology at Mid West Physiotherapy. Reflexology is a holistic-based therapy; it is a very safe, gentle yet powerful therapy suitable for people of all ages and can bring balance to the systems of the body. Specialist cancer and fertility reflexology treatments available.
Reflexology for Fertility
Sinéad Cleary, reflexologist at Mid West Physiotherapy, specialises in the area of fertility reflexology. Reflexology can be a helpful support on your journey to conception for both men and women. It is a natural holistic therapy which is gentle, safe, non-invasive and drug-free; it aims to induce relaxation and re-balance the body’s energy pathways.
Reflexology for Cancer
Sinéad Cleary, reflexologist at Mid West Physiotherapy, Limerick, specialises in the area of reflexology in cancer care. As a experienced reflexologist and general nurse, Sinéad combines her medical expertise and clinical experience to deliver high-quality, evidence-based treatments.
Indian Head Massage
Indian Head Massage is a form of ancient Ayurvedic healing. It is wonderfully relaxing and yields many physical and emotional benefits. The treatment involves massage of the upper back & shoulders, the scalp, the head, the neck and the face. You’re in safe hands with Sinéad Cleary, qualified practitioner and registered general nurse.
Online Physiotherapy
An online physiotherapy (video) consultation allows you to speak one-to-one with an experienced physiotherapist from Mid West Physiotherapy at a time and location that is convenient for you. This service is ideal for those who are unable to attend our clinic, or unsure of whether they actually need physiotherapy, maybe looking for a second opinion, or just want to pick the brains of an expert physiotherapist.