At Dundonald Physiotherapy we have specialist Spinal traction equipment which can be used to treat a number of neck and lower back conditions. 

Spinal traction is a technique that applies a longitudinal force to stretch, and decompress, the vertebral joints in the cervical or lumbar spine. Traction is applied with a specific grade of force, and for a specific duration, according to the signs and symptoms of the condition. 

Rehabilitation is a term used to describe exercises that will be prescribed in order to improve movement, either in a specific joint or for overall function. This will allow a full return to chosen lifestyle or sport.

Supervised exercise prescription has clinical evidence to suggest it is effective in the treatment and prevention of injury and illness.

Acupuncture is an evidence supported treatment that is used to alleviate pain. All physiotherapists practicing acupuncture in the clinic are AACP accredited and registered.

Dundonald Physiotherapy was the first private clinic in NI to purchase and use shockwave therapy. It has now become an evidence-based treatment for a large variety of conditions, such as chronic Achilles tendinopathy and plantar fasciitis.

If you are in any doubt as to the suitability of this treatment, please do not hesitate to contact the clinic where any of the physiotherapists will be happy to answer your questions.

Sarah Key is an Australian physiotherapist who developed this method of treatment which involves the physiotherapist using their foot (mainly the heel) to mobilise stiff areas in the spine.

As with any of our treatments, a thorough assessment will be carried out and the findings discussed fully with the patient prior to the commencement of any treatment. The methodology of the treatment will also be explained.