Chartered Physiotherapy in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4
PREP Physio will aid in your recovery following an injury, pain or disability. Physiotherapy helps to maintain and restore movement and functional ability throughout the lifespan, using evidence-based practice. At PREP, we get you involved in your recovery.
- Chartered Physiotherapists
- No GP referral needed
- Covered by major health insurers
Covered by all the major health insurers
Chartered Physiotherapists are covered by all the major Irish health insurers, so you may be able to claim back part of the cost of your treatment.
Each policy varies, so please check with your provider before booking – they can advise on your level of cover and how much you can claim back. We provide a receipt for every session.Meet your physiotherapists
Laura Bhreathnach
Managing Director & Senior Physiotherapist
MSc in Advanced Physiotherapy (UCD) with 10+ years’ experience in private practice and elite sport, including Scottish Rugby and Scottish Golf. Trained in acupuncture, the McKenzie method and APPI Pilates.
Ciara Sheridan
Senior Physiotherapist
First Class Honours in Physiotherapy from UCD, with additional qualifications in Pilates, yoga and holistic wellbeing practices. Ciara takes an active, movement-based approach to rehabilitation.
What to expect
- A full assessment. At your initial consultation, your physiotherapist carries out a comprehensive evaluation of your concerns, goals, functional limitations and areas of pain.
- Your treatment plan. From here we design an individualised treatment plan based on your needs and goals, and start treatment in the first session.
- Staying active. We aim to keep you active throughout rehab – exercise is important not just for your physical wellbeing, but for your mental health too.
- Fixing the cause. As your pain settles, we address the underlying factors that may have contributed to your injury in the first place, using a tailor-made biomechanical assessment.
“We believe in getting you out of pain as quickly as possible – and giving you a programme to keep you out of pain.”
What physiotherapy can do for you
- Relieve pain
- Reduce tension in tight muscles
- Increase movement capacity and flexibility
- Increase strength
- Improve posture
- Improve balance
In pain? Book your assessment today
No GP referral needed. Appointments Monday to Friday, 7am to 7pm.
Conditions we routinely treat
- Lower back pain & sciatica
- Migraines & headaches
- Pre/postnatal pelvic pain
- Whiplash
- Plantar fasciitis
- Groin injuries
- Muscle strains & tears
- Greater trochanteric pain syndrome
- Tennis elbow
- Knee ligament rehab (ACL, MCL, LCL, PCL)
- Arthritis
- Chronic pain
- Post-operative rehab
- Shoulder injuries
- Golf injuries
Not sure if we can help? Book an initial assessment and we’ll give you a clear diagnosis and plan.
Treatments we use
- Hands-on manual therapy
- Acupuncture & dry needling
- McKenzie method
- Biomechanical assessment
- Exercise rehabilitation & strength programmes
- Clinical, physio-led Pilates
Physiotherapy prices
Initial consultation
45 minutesFollow-up
45 minutes1-hour session
60 minutes – for complex or long-standing issuesSee our full price list.
Complete care under one roof
Physiotherapy at PREP works alongside our other services, so your care can continue as you recover:
- Sports Injury Physiotherapy – rehab and return-to-sport testing with Laura
- ACL & Post-Surgery Rehab – structured rehab from operation to full function
- Clinical & Physio-Led Pilates – build strength and control after injury
- Sports & Deep Tissue Massage – ease muscle tension and aid recovery
- 1:1 Pre & Postnatal Pilates – with Laura
- Golf Performance and Pilates for Golfers
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage – for suitable swelling after surgery or injury
Physiotherapy FAQs
Do I need a GP referral?
No, physiotherapists can assess and treat without referral by a doctor. If you have already seen a GP or consultant, please bring any relevant scans or investigation reports.
Am I covered by my health insurance?
Chartered Physiotherapists are covered by all the major health insurers. Each policy varies, so please check with your provider before booking – they can advise on your level of cover and how much you can claim back.
Who will I see?
You’ll see one of our Chartered Physiotherapists: Laura Bhreathnach, Managing Director and Senior Physiotherapist, or Ciara Sheridan, Senior Physiotherapist.
How long is an appointment?
Physiotherapy appointments are 45 minutes, including initial assessments and follow-ups, which gives us time for a full assessment and treatment in the first session. For a more complex, long-standing issue, a 1-hour session is also available.
What should I bring or wear?
For a lower limb or back injury, please wear shorts so your physiotherapist can fully assess you; for a shoulder injury, the area will need to be visible. Please bring details of your medical history, any recent investigation reports, and a list of your current medication.
How many sessions will I need?
This is discussed at your initial assessment and depends on your diagnosis, the severity of your symptoms and your medical history. In general, the sooner you see a physio, the sooner you’ll be back to your everyday, pain-free life.
Where is the clinic?
62 Baggot Lane, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 (D04 PW65). See our contact page for directions.
Book physiotherapy in Ballsbridge
With Laura or Ciara, Chartered Physiotherapists – Monday to Friday, 7am to 7pm.