Everyone can learn to swim

Thu, Jun 24, 2021

Every adult, teenager, and child should be able to swim. It is an essential survival skill. Under the expert care and tuition of Braemore Swimming Club even the most nervous pupil can learn to swim. The club teaches children from as young as three and has teachers in the water and at the poolside. You can learn to swim at any age. Adults of all ages learn to swim in these classes. The club's experienced instructors are practiced in helping pupils overcome their fear of water and helping pupils to progress to swimming the width of the pool unaided.

Uphill and downhill running techniques

Thu, Jun 24, 2021

Nailing good form for ascending or descending hills can not only help you to run faster, it can also help to break your opponents and stave off injuries. Here’s how to master the techniques of uphill and downhill running.

Low back pain and its cause

Thu, Jun 17, 2021

Low back pain for many of us is somewhat of a middle age problem. Lots of sufferers begin to seek physio care in their thirties and forties and wonder how it all happened. Perhaps it was a sneeze, a long drive, or gardening in the yard that set the pain off. But you were always able to do these things before without so much as a chirp from your low back. And now things are different. Even job stress can add to back pain.

Pharmacies partake in vaccine rollout

Thu, Jun 17, 2021

The next phase of the national Covid-19 vaccine rollout began this week with pharmacies across the country participating in the massive effort to administer the Covid-19 vaccines as quickly as possible.

Is sitting too much causing my back pain or sciatica?

Thu, Jun 10, 2021

A major manufacturer of workstations reports that 86 per cent of work computer users have to sit all day, and when they do rise from sitting, more than half (56 per cent) use food as the excuse to get up and move. In addition to sitting at work, for meals, and commuting to/from work, 36 per cent sit another one to two hours watching TV, 10 per cent sit one to two hours for gaming, 25 per cent sit one to two hours for reading/lounging, and 29 per cent use their home computer for one to two hours. In summary, the average Irish person sits for 9.5 hours a day and sleep for eight hours. That's a total of 17.5 hours a day off their feet.

Meet Galway SISU doctor – Dr Alex Quinn

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

Dr Alex Quinn graduated medicine from Semmelweis University in Budapest in Hungary and has worked in NCHD Mater Hospital as a general practitioner. Dr Quinn has always shown interest in aesthetic medicine, hence why the role of a lead doctor of SISU Galway was a natural progression of his career in aesthetic medicine.

Your guide to interval training

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

Do you want to train yourself to run faster? Intervals are hard but these example sessions could be just what you need to run better times.

Low back pain and subluxation

Thu, May 27, 2021

Subluxation means a vertebral joint of the spine is out of its normal position. It's the same as a sprain because the ligaments are stretched when this occurs. But how does a joint get out of its normal position? Usually, the culprit is some sort of trauma but not necessarily at the level of a high fall or a major car accident (although these trauma do cause problems).

New digital courses in pelvic physiotherapy

Thu, May 27, 2021

Aoife Ni Eochaidh is a chartered physiotherapist and winner of the BPW and Irish Permanent Galway Young Business Woman of the Year Award. She is an experienced chartered physiotherapist who runs her private clinic from Suite 14, Bon Secours Consultant Clinic in Renmore, Galway. Ms Ni Eochaidh has announced new home pelvic routine courses, which are affordable digital learning courses for people worldwide with incontinence and pelvic conditions.

People can do these courses in comfort and privacy at home and can purchase them online from ippm.ie. The home pelvic routine course can be an adjunct to your pelvic physiotherapy appointment with Aoife Ni Eochaidh when attending for assessment and/or treatment at the clinic or as an adjunct too for consultations by video call.

Say I Do with bespoke floral arrangements from Flowers.ie!

Wed, May 26, 2021

Flowers are an essential element of every wedding, and the talented, passionate and experienced team at Flowers.ie will guide couples every step of the way, from bridal bouquets and ceremony flowers to centrepieces and reception decor.

Be proactive about your mental health as Covid restrictions lift

Thu, May 20, 2021

As the covid-19 restrictions lift and our ‘new normal’ becomes more clear, we need to pay attention to our mental health. Leading Irish psychologists with Perspectives Ireland are advising the Irish public to be proactive about their mental health during the recovery phase of the pandemic.

HSS Hire can help with all your tool and equipment hire needs

Thu, May 13, 2021

Come rain or shine, don’t let the Irish summer weather stop you. Check out HSS Hire on the Tuam Road, Galway, for its range of indoor and outdoor DIY products.

National Tile can cater for all your tiling and bathroom needs

Thu, May 13, 2021

The new National Tile showroom in Galway is now fully up and running. The showroom is situated in Unit 3A Oranmore Business Park, next door to Tom Dempsey Flooring, and has been designed with your comfort in mind.

Is sitting too much causing my back pain or sciatica?

Thu, May 13, 2021

A major manufacturer of workstations reports that 86 per cent of work computer users have to sit all day, and when they do rise from sitting, more than half (56 per cent) use food as the excuse to get up and move. In addition to sitting at work, for meals, and commuting to/from work, 36 per cent sit another one to two hours watching TV, 10 per cent sit one to two hours for gaming, 25 per cent sit one to two hours for reading/lounging, and 29 per cent use their home computer for one to two hours. In summary, the average Irish person sits for 9.5 hours a day and sleep for eight hours. That's a total of 17.5 hours a day off their feet.

Croí marks World Hypertension Day with free webinar

Thu, May 13, 2021

Are you, or a loved one, living with high blood pressure? Join Croí, the heart and stroke charity, and leading experts for a public webinar to learn how to manage your high blood pressure. The free webinar takes place online using Zoom on Thursday, May 20, from 1pm to 2pm.

Expert guest speakers on the day include Prof Bill McEvoy, consultant cardiologist, University Hospital Galway; Dr Barry McDonnell, cardiovascular physiologist, Cardiff Metropolitan University; and Dr Gerry Molloy, health psychologist, NUI Galway. The interactive panel discussion will address your priorities and concerns for living with high blood pressure. This event is in recognition of World Hypertension Day (May 17). Register now and submit your questions for the experts at www.croi.ie/webinar, or call Croí on 091 544310. Don’t miss this special event.

New digital courses in pelvic physiotherapy

Thu, May 13, 2021

Aoife Ni Eochaidh is a chartered physiotherapist and winner of the BPW and Irish Permanent Galway Young Business Woman of the Year Award. She is an experienced chartered physiotherapist who runs her private clinic from Suite 14, Bon Secours Consultant Clinic in Renmore, Galway. Ms Ni Eochaidh has announced new home pelvic routine courses, which are affordable digital learning courses for people worldwide with incontinence and pelvic conditions.

Rory Best turns up the volume on free hearing aids at Specsavers with PRSI

Thu, May 06, 2021

Former Ireland rugby captain Rory Best has teamed up with Specsavers to support its Healthy Hearing campaign, launched in celebration of important PRSI changes.

New digital courses in pelvic physiotherapy

Thu, May 06, 2021

Aoife Ni Eochaidh is a chartered physiotherapist and winner of the BPW and Irish Permanent Galway Young Business Woman of the Year Award. She is an experienced chartered physiotherapist who runs her private clinic from Suite 14, Bon Secours Consultant Clinic in Renmore, Galway. Ms Ni Eochaidh has announced new home pelvic routine courses, which are affordable digital learning courses for people worldwide with incontinence and pelvic conditions.

People can do these courses in comfort and privacy at home and can purchase them online from ippm.ie. The home pelvic routine course can be an adjunct to your pelvic physiotherapy appointment with Aoife Ni Eochaidh when attending for assessment and/or treatment at the clinic or as an adjunct too for consultations by video call.

Seven habits of highly effective sleepers

Thu, May 06, 2021

There is nothing more frustrating than a bad night's sleep. The next day is always spent on coffee, trying to feel good again. From treating a large number of top-class athletes, I know the one thing they can do is sleep. There are simple things you can do that I have seen top class athletes do that can help you have more energy for sport, work, and life. Here is a list of things you can do to help your sleep.

Pain management expert available for appointments

Thu, May 06, 2021

Dr Mona Mubarak has been practising for more than 25 years in her profession. Dr Mubarak currently provides regular clinic and pain interventions at Galway Clinic.

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