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Read our articles on sports injuries below. We will explore the different injuries you may sustain while playing sports, and ways to treat and prevent these injuries in the future.

A table with a variety of nutritious foods, including eggs, grains, cheese, fruits, and a hydration bottle, emphasizing the importance of nutrition and hydration for athletes in enhancing sports performance.
26Nov

The Importance of Nutrition and Hydration in Injury Prevention and Recovery for GAA Players

Nutrition and hydration play a vital role in how GAA players train, perform, recover and stay injury-free throughout the season. In a sport as demanding as Gaelic football, what you eat and drink directly affects energy levels, muscle function, joint health and recovery. At Medpoint, a Dublin-based physio and mobility aids...

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Male sitting on the ground because he is in pain. His knee has been injured during his daily run.
16Sep

Are Orthopedic Braces Free From The HSE in Ireland?

If you’ve been advised to wear an orthopedic brace or support, you may be wondering whether the Health Service Executive (HSE) in Ireland provides them free of charge. The short answer is yes – but only in certain situations. Orthopedic braces are often covered if they are prescribed as medically...

By Arm Pain, Back Pain, Knee Pain, Physiotherapy, Sports Injuries
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Young couple using kinesio tape and showing different colours available like yellow, blue and red.
20Aug

Does Kinesio Tape Actually Work Or Is It a Placebo?

Does kinesio taping really work? The short answer is yes—it can help ease pain, improve joint movement and provide support cues to muscles and joints. But it isn’t a miracle cure. The biggest benefits come when kinesio tape is used alongside other treatments like rehab exercises, stretching, or structured supports....

By Physiotherapy, Sports Injuries, Taping & Bandaging
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Person using a high-density foam roller on the upper back to relieve tension and improve neck and shoulder mobility during a stretching exercise
07Aug

How To Choose The Right Foam Roller For You

Foam rollers have become an important part of gyms, physiotherapy clinics, and home workout spaces across Ireland. Whether you're an athlete, office worker, or someone recovering from injury, foam rolling offers a low-cost, high-impact solution to muscle tension, recovery, and mobility. But with so many types on the market, finding the...

By Exercise, Foam Rolling, Physiotherapy, Sports Injuries
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Young male warming up before workout while wearing a yellow and black kinesio tapes on his shoulders.
24Jul

How to Use Kinesiology Tape on Shoulder

Kinesiology tape has become a trusted tool in the physio world. Lightweight, stretchy, and skin-friendly, it’s used by athletes, everyday movers, and recovery-conscious individuals alike. The shoulder is one of the most common areas people ask about. It’s a complicated joint, made to move in every direction. That freedom comes with...

By Physiotherapy, Shoulder Pain, Sports Injuries
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Athlete sitting on the ground before the game starts so he can wrap an ankle support around his ankle.
22Jul

Will Ankle Support Help Achilles Tendonitis? (Physio’s Guide)

If you’ve ever felt a sharp ache just above your heel while walking, running, or climbing stairs, you may have experienced Achilles tendonitis. It’s one of the most common injuries we see from active customers, especially those in sport or recovery from a previous strain. The good news? Ankle support can...

By Foot Pain, Physiotherapy, Sports Injuries
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