Able Bodies Physiotherapy

11/08/2026

21/07/2026

Here's a quick & easy way to improve your work station set up without having to change your furniture.

If you're regularly working at the desk for long periods- you should invest in a decent chair/desk/ computer set up!

At Able Bodies, we are qualified KOS Ergonomic Assessors & can help with work station set ups 🙂

30/06/2026

🚨 FREE TRIAL 🚨

If you’ve ever been interested in testing out Virtual Pilates, now is the time!
The link is in our bio!

Led by Chartered Physiotherapists and suitable for those who are
- new to exercise
- recovering from an injury or surgery
- living with Osteoporosis or Osteopenia

🕰️ Sign up by Friday 3rd July at 1pm to receive your free class recording -to get a taste of what it's like

If you enjoy it, you might even want to sign up for the next term 😉!

29/06/2026

We had a really inspiring and interesting inservice today with Mr Joseph Fournier, Spinal Consultant in Tallaght Hospital and The Dublin Midland Spinal Clinic.

Mr Fournier covered a huge volume of information, which will really help us in our management of Spinal Patients going forward.
We had some really interesting discussions;

The increased use of Robotics in theatre, and the pros and cons of this.

The rollout of day-case spinal surgeries and the indications for and logistics around this.

Spinal Injection, Rhizotomy & Stimulators - how they're done, why they're done, when are anaesthetics given, how many can one get?

Medications for pain relief, including narcotics, neural medications and anti inflammatories.

What a Spinal Surgeon wants in a Physiotherapist , and vice versa 😜 !

How a Team approach to managing Spinal Problems really helps outcomes.

We also had time for some case discussions .

Thank You so much to Mr Fournier for his time, it was a great afternoon.

10/06/2026

A diagnosis of Osteopenia or Osteoporosis can be a bit scary. Often, it is made during a quick consultation, & the first thing people do is to go home and Google what it means.
Which can leave them feeling even more spooked.
Over the past couple of months, we've held a few workshops for local Women's Shed Groups. Listening to women's stories and experiences has made us realise that the management of these conditions is very variable, depending on who & where your care provider is. Some people get great advice and guidance, and others are left a bit confused about what to do.

Because Osteoporosis is a "silent" condition, usually without any symptoms until it's too late (ie you have a fracture), It's really important that people can advocate for themselves when it comes to their own management.

When to have a DEXA. When to repeat it. What medications to take. What exercises to avoid. What exercises to do- it's a lot for a person to get their head around.

A Chartered Physiotherapist with an interest in Osteoporosis is a really valuable person to have in your corner. To teach you about the condition & answer these questions.

The Royal Osteoporosis Society in the UK have some brilliant resources on their website, with the most up to date research.

Their 3 pillars of exercise prescription for people with Osteoporosis - "Strong, Steady & Straight"- guide our management plans here in Able Bodies. We match these principles with the individuals T-Score and fracture risk, and their baseline fitness level and lifestyle, to come up with a plan. The 3 physios in Able Bodies have trained in Pilates for Osteoporosis with the Australian Physiotherapy & Pilates Institute.

The worst thing people can do is become inactive because they're afraid to break a bone.

Have you had a diagnosis of Osteopenia or Osteoporosis? How has is changed your lifestyle? Do you have any advice for others with a diagnosis?

05/03/2026

A brilliant launch for Newbridge, Autism Friendly Town. I learnt so much from this evening.

Community.
Acceptance.
Meeting People where they are.
Clear Communication.
Kindness.
Not " othering" neurodivergent people kor anyone!)
Making everyone feel welcome, valued, and as if they belong ❤️

Well done to the committee , for working so hard to create this movement, which will benefit us all in the town.

06/01/2026

💫2026 Chartered- Physiotherapist Lead Pilates 💫

We run Pilates classes to make it easier to include Strength and Mobility work into your week, & make these exercises more accessible for people who may not want to,or be able to, attend a gym. Pilates is just one way to do it, and being under the care of a Chartered Physiotherapist is a great way to get back to exercise after injury or surgery or if you have a health condition.

We offer
Online Classes
or
Small group in Clinic (>5 people).

We tailor our Pilates classes for those Rehabilitating from Injury or Back Pain, or with health conditions. Correction and close monitoring during Online and in- person Classes by a Chartered Physiotherapist.

This year, we're delighted to be offering a new class- "Strong, Steady, Straight" for people with Osteoporosis and Osteopenia. All 3 of us physios completed the specialist training for this with the Australian Pilates Training Institute in December, & were really looking forward to launching this (much needed) service.
More details on this to follow!

6 week Term starts Monday 12th January
Investment: e110 for 6 weeks
Online Classes are x2 weekly,
In- Person Classes are 1 class weekly on Thurs or Fri

For more information please contact
[email protected]
045 435480

03/01/2026

Wishing you all a Healthy, Happy 2026🤍✨️

2025 was full of the highest highs, and a few lows, for Able Bodies Physiotherapy. It was certainly busy!

My little man is almost 6 months old now & I'm really excited to get back to work seeing patients in mid - January. I know the juggle will be an adjustment for me and my boys for a while, but I love treating patients, & I really can't wait to get back to it.

We're finalising plans at the moment for our new Pilates Term, which will start the week of January 12th. Online and In- Person classes.

Myself, Susie and Rani all did the training for Pilates for Osteoporosis/Osteopenia in November/ December, so that's a service we can't wait to get going.Management of people with these conditions is often not great- so we're hoping to change that💪

We have lots of other things in the pipeline for Able Bodies too. Really looking forward to 2026🙂✨️

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24/12/2025

Merry Christmas to all our patients and pilates people 🥰
Thank you for supporting Able Bodies Physiotherapy. It's a privilege to be able to work in a small local practice with such a great community around us.
Have a lovely Christmas, and best wishes for 2026 🎄🎅❤️