Sports injury physio in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4
Being injured is frustrating, especially when you don’t know how long you’ll be out or whether it’ll happen again. Our sports injury clinic in Dublin 4 is led by Laura Bhreathnach, who has worked with Scottish Rugby, Scottish Golf and the Scottish Institute of Sport. You get the same approach elite athletes rely on: a clear diagnosis, a structured plan and a return to sport based on tests, not guesswork.
- Elite-sport experience
- Return-to-sport testing
- No GP referral needed
Injuries we see every week
- Hamstring & calf strains
- Ankle sprains
- Groin & hip pain
- Knee pain & ligament injuries
- Shin splints
- Achilles & heel pain
- Shoulder & rotator cuff injuries
- Back pain from training
- Tendon pain (tendinopathy)
From rugby, GAA, soccer and hockey to running, golf, tennis, padel and the gym: if you train, we can help.
How we get you back playing
- Diagnose it properly. A thorough assessment of the injury and how you move, so we know exactly what’s injured and why it happened.
- Settle it down. Hands-on treatment, dry needling where useful, and smart load management, so you stay as active as possible without flaring things up.
- Build it back stronger. A progressive strength and conditioning programme, using the gym equipment in our clinic, that targets the injured area and the weak links around it.
- Test before you return. We measure strength, power, balance and sport-specific movement, and compare sides, so the decision to return is based on numbers.
- Stay injury-free. You leave with a maintenance plan to reduce the chance of the same injury coming back.
“If you like a number, so does Laura.” Every stage has a clear, measurable goal, so you always know where you stand.
Injured? Don’t wait for it to settle on its own
The sooner an injury is assessed, the sooner you can train with confidence again.
Led by Laura Bhreathnach
Sports physiotherapist
Elite sport, now in Dublin 4
After three years in the NHS, Laura worked across elite sport in Scotland with Scottish Rugby, Scottish Golf and the Scottish Institute of Sport. Back in Ireland, she has worked with Gaelic football, hurling and Irish touch rugby teams. Her special interests include groin, hip and knee injuries, and she holds an MSc in Advanced Physiotherapy from UCD.
Sessions are also available with our Senior Physiotherapist Ciara Sheridan.
Use your health insurance
Sports injury physiotherapy with a Chartered Physiotherapist can be claimed on most Irish health insurance plans, which can take a good chunk off the cost of your rehab.
Check your own policy for how many sessions it covers. A receipt is provided every time.Keep your recovery joined up
- ACL & post-surgery rehab – structured rehab from surgery back to sport
- Sports massage with Murillo – for recovery during heavy training blocks
- Golf Performance – for golfers who want more from their body and their swing
- Clinical Pilates – to build the core strength and control that protect you from injury
Price
Sports injury assessment or follow-up
45 minutesExtended session
60 minutes, for return-to-sport testing or complex injuriesSports injury FAQs
Should I rest or keep training?
Complete rest is rarely the answer. Usually we modify your training so you stay fit while the injury recovers. Book an assessment and we’ll tell you exactly what’s safe to keep doing.
How quickly can I be seen?
We’re open 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, and you don’t need a GP referral. Book online to see the next available appointment.
Do I need a scan?
Most sports injuries can be diagnosed with a thorough clinical assessment. If a scan or a consultant’s opinion is needed, we’ll tell you and advise you on the next steps.
How do I know when I’m ready to go back?
We use objective tests of strength, hopping, balance and sport-specific movement, and compare your injured side with your good side. When you hit the targets, you’re ready.
Do you work with clubs and teams?
Laura has worked with rugby, GAA, golf and touch rugby teams. Get in touch through our contact page to talk about your club.
Get back to your sport
Our sports injury clinic in Dublin is at 62 Baggot Lane, Ballsbridge, near the Aviva Stadium, Donnybrook and Sandymount.