Physiotherapy assessment
A full history, a careful examination and a clear explanation of what's going on, with treatment started on the day.
- Back, neck and joint pain
- Sports and running injuries
- Written plan and home exercises
Therapies
Therapy that fits around your life
Everyone who treats you here is a chartered physiotherapist or an occupational therapist registered with CORU. You don't need a GP referral to see us, though we're always glad to write to your GP or consultant.
What we offer
Treatments and fees
Fees are per session and payable on the day by card or contactless. We'll always tell you the cost before anything new is added to your plan.
Physiotherapy follow-up
Hands-on treatment, progressed exercise and an honest check that things are moving in the right direction.
- Manual therapy and dry needling
- Exercise progressed as you improve
- Plan reviewed at every visit
Rehab after surgery
Structured rehabilitation after joint replacement, ACL reconstruction, shoulder repair or spinal surgery, following your surgeon's protocol.
- Knee, hip and shoulder surgery
- Progress reports to your consultant
- Return-to-sport testing
Clinical Pilates
Physiotherapist-led mat and reformer classes of six or fewer, after a one-to-one assessment.
- 1:1 Pilates assessment €65
- Mat and reformer classes
- Strength and balance for over-60s
Sports massage
Firm, targeted massage for recovery, heavy training weeks and stubborn tightness, from a chartered physiotherapist.
- Pre-race and post-race sessions
- Maintenance during a training block
- Neck and shoulder tension from desk work
Return to work
A practical plan for getting back to work after injury, illness or burnout, agreed with you and, if you wish, your employer.
- Graded return-to-work plans
- Workstation and task assessments
- Reports for employers and insurers
Hand therapy
Rehabilitation after fractures, tendon injuries and hand surgery, and practical help for arthritic hands.
- Custom-made thermoplastic splints
- Scar and swelling management
- Grip and fine-movement retraining
Home assessments for older adults
We visit at home to look at stairs, bathrooms and daily routines, then suggest simple changes that help people stay independent.
- Falls risk and equipment advice
- Reports for Housing Adaptation Grant applications
- Cork city, Douglas, Blackrock and Ballintemple
Your first appointment
What to expect the first time
- 1
Book a time
Book online, by phone or by email. Tell us roughly what's wrong and we'll match you with the right therapist.
- 2
Come as you are
Wear something you can move in, and shorts if it's a knee or hip. Bring any scans, letters or a list of your medications.
- 3
Talk, then examine
We listen first, then examine and explain what we've found. Treatment usually starts in that same session.
- 4
Leave with a plan
You'll get exercises with short videos sent to your phone, an idea of how many sessions to expect, and a receipt for your insurer.
Health insurance
Claiming back from your insurer
Most Irish health insurance plans refund part of each physiotherapy visit as an outpatient benefit. You pay us on the day and claim it back, and our receipts carry everything your insurer asks for, including CORU registration numbers.
- VHI
- Laya Healthcare
- Irish Life Health
- Level Health
- HSF Health Plan
- Hospital Saturday Fund
How much you get back depends on your plan and any excess. Your policy documents or your insurer's app will show your outpatient benefit for physiotherapy.
Questions
Good to know before your visit
Do I need a referral from my GP?
No. Chartered physiotherapists and occupational therapists in Ireland can see you directly. A few insurance plans ask for a GP referral before they pay out, so it's worth checking yours.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on the problem, but we'll give you an honest estimate at the end of your first visit. Many people need somewhere between three and six sessions, spaced further apart as they improve.
Can I claim tax relief?
Physiotherapy recommended by a doctor generally qualifies for tax relief at 20% on whatever your insurer doesn't cover. You claim it through Revenue's myAccount, so hold on to your receipts.
What if I need to cancel?
Please give us 24 hours' notice so someone else can have the slot. Late cancellations and missed appointments are charged in full, unless something genuinely unexpected came up.
Do you use dry needling?
Several of our physiotherapists are trained in dry needling and use it alongside exercise when it suits the problem. It's always your choice, and never the whole treatment.