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    Are You A Limber Leopard? 2 Simple Home Tests To See How Flexible You Are

    Total Care Physio 16/04/2021

    Don’t Take Your Mobility For Granted

    Remember when you were a child and you could bend and reach and twist with ease. Can you still, or are the days at the computer or at the desk starting to take their toll?
    The fact is, although we shouldn’t, many people lose their flexibility and mobility over time. This can lead to pain and poor performance in athletes.

    How Flexible Are You?

    The good news is that physiotherapy can give you the tools to restore your movement. Here’s Rob with  2 simple tests you can do at home to see if your mobility is normal.
     

    It’s Never Too Late To Start

    Now you know where your at, if you have started to stiffen up, remember it’s never too late to get moving again. As the old saying goes,
     
    “The best day to plant a tree was 20 years ago, the second best day is today”
    If you need some help to loosen up from the professionals, give us a call and book an appointment. Our hands on treatments and international programs will put you moving again 😀

     

     

     

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    Don’t Buy Your Next Pair Of Shoes Until You Do These 3 Quick Tests

    Total Care Physio 13/04/2021

    Sick of sore feet, blisters and pain from your shoes?

    Not sure if you have the right shoes for you?

    Today, foot specialist and Kerry footballer, Niamh Carmody SCPI, from our Tralee Clinic, shows you the 3 simple tests you should do before you buy your next pair of shoes.

    As a Podiatrist & Chiropodist, these are the tests Niamh uses when she’s is in a shoe shop. They are quick and easy and vital to help you pick your best pair of shoes for being active.

    This is super important for anyone who is active, wants to be able to walk or run better for longer, or is returning from injury.

    Remember if you have any queries on foot pain or foot problems please don’t hesitate to give us a call in our Limerick or Tralee clinic. We would be more than happy to help. 😀

     

     

     

     

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  • Smash Your Return To Sport & Protect Your Hamstrings With This Great Exercise !

    Total Care Physio 06/04/2021

    Team sport is coming back soon and before lockdown ends, this is your chance to get ahead in your personal training so you can outsprint, outlast and outperform your competition when games get back going again.

    Today we focus on the Nordic Curl. This is a really good exercise to improve your sprinting performance.  It also helps reduce your risk of hamstring injury. This vital for your season as hamstring problems are the number one cause of missing game time in GAA and many other field sports.

    Here’s Chartered Physiotherapist, Tom Spillane, to take you through how it’s done.

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    Keeping Free Of Covid-19

    Total Care Physio 11/01/2021

    We are back in full level 5 restrictions at the moment and we know there is a lot of concern out there.

    We’d just like to share how we have kept Covid free through-out Covid 19.

    Here’s Rob & Sarah to show you what we do in clinic to keep you safe!

    Remember, right now is the time stay at home and be safe.

    If you do need us, we’re open to support you & here to help.

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  • Don’t Start Your January Plyometric Training Until You Know These Simple Rules!

    Total Care Physio 05/01/2021

    Want to get your New Year’s fitness resolutions off to a good start, then plyometric training could be the answer for you!

     

    Plyometric training can be a great addition to your training regime to improve your sporting performance and prevent injury.

    Today our Chartered Physiotherapist, Tom Spillane,  talks to us about plyometric training, the simple rules to follow, how it’s done and shows us some of his favorite exercises to get your 2021 plyometric training kick started!

     

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    Top Tips To Banish Sweaty Smelly Feet For Good!

    Total Care Physio 01/12/2020

    Sweaty & smelly feet can be quite common and often occur together. Overly sweaty feet lead to a buildup of bacterial growth on the skin. These bacteria then cause the bad odour and can cause fungal infections like athlete’s foot.

    The good news is that there are some very quick, easy home treatments that can make a big difference. Here are our  favourites!

     

    Apple Cider Vinegar & Epson Salt Soak

    Bathe feet every evening for 15 minutes in a basin of warm water with 1 cap of apple cider vinegar and Epsom salts. This can be a powerful way to help your feet feel great!

     

    Wear The Right Socks

    Wearing the correct socks for you is important.

    Avoid wearing cotton socks, as the cotton fibres retain heat which leads to an increase in microorganisms and odour.

    Switch to materials that wick away moisture such as merino wool, smart wool or bamboo.

     

    Foot Products

    There are some excellent foot products on the market for sweaty or smelly feet.

    Try applying talcum powder or an antifungal powder to feet and socks daily. 

    Apply Gehwol foot cream  to the soles of the feet after work. It’s great to reduce sweat, help the feet become fresh and odourless.

     

    If you need any assistance our expert podiatrists & chiropodists are here to help!

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    Sore From Driving? Here’s How To Tackle It!

    Total Care Physio 21/09/2020

    Pain & Stiffness From Driving Is Common

    Lots of  us who spend time in the car get stiffness and pain with driving. Does this sound like you?

    If so, there are simple, quick solutions that if you can get right, can really make a difference.

     

     

    Setting Up Your Car Seat

    Remember how your car seat is set up can make the difference between comfort and discomfort! See the  simple guide to setting up your  seat below.

     

     

    Take Breaks On Long Trips

    On long drives, taking regular breaks to keep limber. This can be as simple as the walk in and out of the petrol station to loosen out.  The limbering exercises can be a big help!!

     

     

    If You Keep Getting Problems, Get Help.

    Don’t ignore constant pains and aches, talk to your Chartered Physiotherapist or GP.

     

     

     

     

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    Setting Up Your Online Treatment Session- A Simple Guide

    Total Care Physio 17/04/2020

    An online treatment session, also known as a Telehealth consultation, is a great way interact with our Chartered Physiotherapists, Chiropodists or Podiatrists. We use Zoom for our online sessions. It’s a powerful tool: safe, secure, super easy to use and best of all it’s free for you to use! If you are new to Zoom, here are the simple steps to follow to get yourself ready.

     

     

     

     

    Using Zoom On A Desktop Computer

     

    Step 1

    Find the link that you have been sent by us. It will look like this:

     

    Total Care Physio is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

    Topic: Zoom Meeting

    Time: Apr 14, 2020 08:00 AM Dublin

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://zoom.us/j/12345678910abcdefghij

    Meeting ID: 123 456 789

    Password: 0123456

     

    Step 2

    If you are not taken straight to the Zoom app then add the meeting ID to the box.

     

    Step 3

    If you have never used Zoom before then you will be prompted to download and run Zoom. Click on this link.

    If you have the app installed, then you will be given a message “Do you want to allow this page to open zoom.us ?”. Select allow.

     

    Step 4

    Allow Zoom to be installed or opened and wait for your host to begin the session. Make sure that you have selected the ‘join with video’ and join with audio.

     

    Using on a Mobile Device

     

    Step 1

    Begin by downloading the Zoom App. You will get a link to this when you get your booking appointment confirmation email from us.

     

    Step 2

    You will get an email invitation for your Zoom session. It will look like this:

     

    Total Care Physio is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

    Topic: Test Zoom Meeting

    Time: Apr 14, 2020 08:00 AM Dublin

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://zoom.us/j/1234567?

    Meeting ID: 123 456 789

    Password: 0123456

     

     

    Step 3

    Open your App and click on the ‘Join a Meeting’ button

     

    Step 4

    Enter the meeting ID from Step 2 and click ‘Join’

    Before you do so make sure that you have selected the check boxes regarding audio and video un-selected

     

    Enjoy and if you need us we are here to help on 061 530 030, or info@totalcarephysio.ie

     

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    For All Our Patients Concerned About Covid -19

    Total Care Physio 21/03/2020

    To protect your health, our clinics are currently closed to the public while social distancing measures remain in place.

    We have a great tele-health service to support you  in the meantime.

    This is a 2 way video call with your therapist from the comfort of your own home. You get  all the supports you would get from us normally:

    • Dedicated one to one support
    • A clear plan to get you back on track
    • Top tips for what you can do to help your condition
    • Guided exercise and a personalised program

    You can book online now at:  https://total-care-physio.selectandbook.com/ 

    Given these unprecedented times, we are charging a discounted rate until 29th March 2020:

     

    • Chartered Physiotherapy Tele- health Consult: €45
    • Chiropody & Podiatry Tele-health Consult: €25

     

    If you have any queries, please contact us on 061 530 030 or info@totalcarephysio.ie 

     

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    Corona Virus Update For Patients

    Total Care Physio 13/03/2020

    Important Patient Information Regarding Covid-19

     

    The health and safety of our staff and patients is at the forefront of our care. 

     

    We follow the Health Protection Surveillance Centre  advisories so if you are concerned that any of the following factors apply to you, please ring us before you come in and we will advise you how to proceed:

     

    • recent travel to places with presumed ongoing community transmission to COVID-19
    • recent contact with anyone with confirmed COVID-19
    • recent work  or visits to a healthcare facility where patients with confirmed COVID-19 were being treated
    • If you  have any of the following symptoms – fever, cough, shortness of breath or any other features of an upper respiratory tract infection such as nasal discharge or frequent sneezing.

     

    We are also asking all patients to wash their hands in the sink provided in reception  when entering and leaving the clinic. Thank you for your cooperation.

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