Dundonald Physiotherapy
Our aim is to provide a welcoming space where patients can receive comprehensive, high quality evidence-based treatments where possible. We believe in a personal approach to diagnosis and treatment.
Dundonald Physiotherapy was established in 2000. Our multidisciplinary team comprises 4 Chartered physiotherapists, including a Women’s Health Specialist. This team is supplemented by a practice manager and a full-time receptionist. All our physiotherapists are fully qualified and registered with both the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). They are governed by a professional code of conduct and are fully insured.
Continuing Professional Development is very important at Dundonald Physiotherapy. All of our physiotherapists regularly attend professional courses to update their knowledge and to learn about new evidence based techniques to enhance their treatment and rehabilitation skills. Case conferences and in-service training sessions also ensure our Physiotherapists are fully up to date with relevant treatment modalities.
Our physiotherapists are trained to recognise any conditions that may require further investigative tests or a referral to a specialist. Over the years we have established excellent communication channels with specialist consultants. We are therefore able to provide our patients with quick access to radiological investigative scans including Ultrasound, MRI, X-ray and/or CT. This facility aids diagnosis and accurate patient management.
In 2019 we became one of the first clinics in Northern Ireland to be awarded “Quality Assured Clinic” status. This is a clinical audit process conducted by the University of Brighton in conjunction with PhysioFirst. It is a continuing audit and QAC status is reviewed annually. This confirms the care and attention we give to every patient and the results obtained from the treatment dispensed.
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Physiotherapists help people affected by injury, illness or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, acupuncture, electrotherapy, education and advice.
Our CSP (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) registered physiotherapists will complete a full assessment to evaluate the source of pain or movement dysfunction, provide a diagnosis and then advise the best possible treatment pathway. this pathway will be fully discussed with the patient, any questions they may have will be answered and their consent will be obtained prior to commencing treatment.
We encourage patients to self-manage in this process through education, advice and exercise.
Aims of physiotherapy
A variety of conditions can be treated
Commencing treatment as soon as possible can mean a quicker recovery and therefore less time away from work, hobbies or sport.
If you are unsure whether physiotherapy will be of benefit to you do not hesitate to contact us and we will be happy to advise you.
Physiotherapy rehabilitation aims to optimise patient function and well-being, to help integrate that patient back into their chosen sport or lifestyle activities whether at home, work or leisure. The aim of rehabilitation is to treat the injury, reduce pain and provide specific exercises to improve function and allow safe return to the patient’s chosen activities.
What to expect:
Supervised exercise prescription has clinical evidence to suggest it as being effective in the treatment and prevention of injury and illness. Exercises may be given to improve strength, flexibility, balance, co-ordination and general conditioning. This rehabilitation programme will be continually assessed and adapted according to the patients needs and their pre-assessed goals.
Acupuncture is derived from traditional Chinese medicine and is supported by Western research. It involves fine single-use needles being inserted into various points in the body (known as acupuncture points) in order to stimulate blood flow and a neural/nerve response. This stimulates sensory nerves under the skin and in the muscles resulting in the body producing natural substances, such as pain relieving endorphins.
One of the main therapeutic effects of acupuncture is to alleviate pain. There have been numerous articles written supporting the use of acupuncture in the treatment of low back pain, neck pain and headaches. However, many other musculoskeletal conditions can also be treated, such as frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, rotator cuff tendonitis and arthritic conditions.
All physiotherapists practicing acupuncture in the clinic are AACP (Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists) accredited and registered.
Massage can be used very effectively either on its own or in conjunction with a course of physiotherapy.
Dundonald Physiotherapy is one of the few clinics in all of Ireland currently offering this relatively new form of treatment. It has been shown to be extremely effective in the treatment of a number of chronic musculoskeletal conditions such as tendinopathies (tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, rotator cuff, heel spurs and Achilles problems).
ESWT (Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy) is a procedure where shock waves are passed through the skin to the injured part of the body, using a hand held device. The shockwaves are mechanical and not electrical; they are audible, low energy sound waves which work by increasing blood flow to the injured area. This accelerates the body’s healing process.
Sarah Key is an Australian physiotherapist with an international reputation for treating problem backs. During this treatment method the physiotherapist uses the foot (mainly the heel) to mobilise stiff spinal segments. Mobilising with the heel of the foot can provide a much kinder instrument to transmit greater forces to a stubborn stiff joint. This unique method of mobilising a stiff spinal segment will then be followed by specific exercises making immediate use of segmental freedom gained with the treatment.
As with any of our treatments a thorough assessment in carried out prior to any treatment. Assessment findings will be discussed fully with the patient and the method of treatment explained.
Pilates was developed more than 70 years ago by Joseph Pilates, one of the first to explain imbalance theories within the body. It is a form of exercise that focuses on balance, posture, strength and flexibility. It emphasises the importance of beginning movement from a central core of stability, namely the lumbo-pelvic region.
Exercises involve controlled and precise flow of movements built into a routine in order to promote activation and strengthen local core muscles. Pilates works to improve and correct abnormal patterns of movement so preventing injury.
We offer both classes and one-to-one Pilates sessions. We strongly advise an initial one-to-one assessment prior to attending a new class as this will allow us to detirmine which level of class is the most appropriate
All instructors at the clinic are Chartered Physiotherapists, trained and accredited through APPI (Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute). The APPI Pilates method was designed by physiotherapists for use in the clinical rehabilitation setting. These exercises have been based on segmental spinal research and lumbo-pelvic stabilisation theory. This makes this form of exercise suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Our Physiotherapists are happy to answer any questions regarding suitability of classes prior to attendance.
Benefits of Pilates:
Biodex System 3 enables us to offer versatile and reliable testing and rehabilitation of the human musculoskeletal system.
Testing skeletal muscle function is an important component of any screening assessment or return to function assessment post injury.
This system is commonly used within the professional sporting world to aid rehabilitation and assist speedy recovery.
The theory behind isokinetic testing is muscle movement isolation. By isolating the muscle groups and testing how much they can handle, we can identify where you are weakest and what movements might be contributing to your pain.
The Systems applications are supported by evidence-based clinical protocols for injuries such as shoulder dysfunction, knee osteoarthritis, lateral ankle sprains, patellofemoral dysfunction and ACL injury/reconstructions. The Biodex System 3 can also be programmed to work passively through a range to increase flexibility and aid joint ROM for patients who may have a restricted/limited range following a planned surgical joint replacement or post fracture.
The wide variety of out-put reports also allows numeric and graphic information to be printed.
The dynamometer will provide objective, consistent and accurate data safely to ensure the greatest outcome for our client and their individual needs throughout a rehabilitation programme.
Future tests to re-evaluate strength can be directly compared to previous results.
Women’s and Men’s health physiotherapy is the therapeutic treatment of all disorders affecting the pelvis and pelvic floor.
It includes the treatment of
Treatments vary and will depend upon the findings of a confidential, detailed history and physical examination.
These may include
Our highly specialised women’s and men’s health physiotherapist Lorraine Johnston is a full member of POGP (Pelvic Obstetric and Gynaecology Physiotherapy). A UK based professional network which is affiliated to the CSP. She has over 25 years’ experience in treating obstetric, gynaecology and male problems.
Vestibular rehabilitation incorporates strategies that can be effective in improving symptoms relating to many vestibular disorders.
Vestibular disorders are problems involving the inner ear. Patients can experience a variety of symptoms such as vertigo, dizziness, visual disturbance or imbalance. The aim of treatment is to reduce these symptoms.
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“I was immediately made to feel at ease at Dundonald Physio. After some deep tissue massage to the problem area I felt much better. When I got home I found the list of stretches had been emailed to me. All in all a first class experience from start to finish.”
“My 9 year-old son had a hamstring pain. Dundonald Physiotherapy explained everything to him and made him feel at ease through his assessment and treatment. Very pleased, highly recommended.”
“Diagnosis, treatment and rehab all first class!”
“I have had treatment at Dundonald Physio for sports injuries as well as back pain, and can’t recommend the friendly, helpful and knowledgable staff, very highly recommended. Keep up the good work guys. Although I hope I don’t see you all again too soon!”
“Excellent. Dundonald Physiotherapy have been a great help over the years, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.”