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GAA, Rugby & Tennis Injuries: Expert Sports Physio in Dublin

12 May 2026 - By 365 Physiotherapy Dublin


Sports Physiotherapy in Dublin


At 365 Physiotherapy we treat athletes across GAA, rugby, tennis, golf and running. Our senior physiotherapists understand the specific demands of each sport and create sport-specific rehab programmes.


We work with players from local clubs across North Dublin and surrounding areas.



GAA Injuries We Commonly Treat


GAA football and hurling are high-impact sports with frequent injuries:


  • Hamstring strains — most common GAA injury, often during sprinting
  • Groin pain — caused by changing direction, kicking, and sidestepping
  • Ankle sprains — from tackles and uneven pitches
  • Knee ligament injuries — ACL, MCL strains from twisting movements
  • Shoulder dislocations — from heavy tackles and falls


    • Rugby Injuries


    Rugby has a higher injury rate than most sports due to its contact nature:


  • Shoulder injuries — AC joint sprains, rotator cuff tears
  • Neck strains — from scrums, tackles and falls
  • Concussion management — graduated return-to-play protocols
  • Hamstring and quad strains — from sprinting and kicking
  • Calf strains — from explosive movements


    • Tennis Injuries


    Tennis injuries are usually overuse-related:


  • Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) — from repetitive backhand strokes
  • Shoulder pain — from serving and overhead shots
  • Lower back pain — from twisting and serving motion
  • Knee pain — patellar tendinopathy from sudden direction changes
  • Wrist sprains — from grip and racquet impact


    • How We Treat Sports Injuries


    Our approach at 365 Physiotherapy is comprehensive:


    ### 1. Detailed Assessment

    We assess the injury, your sport-specific demands, and identify the root cause — not just symptoms.


    ### 2. Hands-On Treatment

  • Manual therapy
  • Soft tissue release
  • Joint mobilisation
  • Sports massage techniques

    • ### 3. Rehabilitation

  • Progressive strengthening
  • Movement retraining
  • Sport-specific drills
  • Plyometric and agility work

    • ### 4. Return to Play Protocol

    We do not just get you out of pain. We get you back to peak performance safely with a structured return-to-play plan.



    When Should an Athlete See a Physio?


    Do not wait for the injury to get worse. Book a session if:


  • Pain has lasted more than 3 days
  • You cannot train or play at full intensity
  • You feel weakness or instability
  • The injury keeps recurring
  • You have any acute swelling, bruising or loss of function


    • Why Choose 365 Physiotherapy?


  • Senior physiotherapists only — no juniors
  • Over 20 years of experience treating sports injuries
  • Evening and weekend appointments — for busy athletes
  • No waiting lists — same day or 24 to 48 hours
  • No GP referral needed
  • Two convenient locations — Santry and Swords


    • Book Your Sports Physio Appointment


    📍 Santry Clinic — 256 Swords Road, Dublin 9, D09 RX73

    📍 Swords Clinic — Applewood Close, Co. Dublin, K67 Y5F2


    📞 +353 83 098 5073

    ☎️ +353 1 513 0603

    📧 contact@365physiotherapy.ie


    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

    Senior physiotherapists in Santry and Swords. Evening and weekend appointments. No GP referral needed.

    Book OnlineMobile: +353 83 098 5073Landline: +353 1 513 0603

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