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 sprintingGroin pain — caused by changing direction, kicking, and sidesteppingAnkle sprains — from tackles and uneven pitchesKnee ligament injuries — ACL, MCL strains from twisting movementsShoulder 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 tearsNeck strains — from scrums, tackles and fallsConcussion management — graduated return-to-play protocolsHamstring and quad strains — from sprinting and kickingCalf strains — from explosive movements
Tennis Injuries
Tennis injuries are usually overuse-related:
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) — from repetitive backhand strokesShoulder pain — from serving and overhead shotsLower back pain — from twisting and serving motionKnee pain — patellar tendinopathy from sudden direction changesWrist 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 therapySoft tissue releaseJoint mobilisationSports massage techniques
3. Rehabilitation
Progressive strengtheningMovement retrainingSport-specific drillsPlyometric 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 daysYou cannot train or play at full intensityYou feel weakness or instabilityThe injury keeps recurringYou have any acute swelling, bruising or loss of function
Why Choose 365 Physiotherapy?
Experienced, CORU-registered physiotherapistsSenior physiotherapists with over 20 years of experience treating sports injuriesEvening and weekend appointments — for busy athletesNo waiting lists — same day or 24 to 48 hoursNo GP referral neededTwo 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
Learn more about our Sports Injuries & Rehabilitation service.
