FAQs

Yes. I hold the Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy qualification, issued at theNational Training Centre, Dublin.

I also hold qualifications in Manual Lymphatic Drainage issued by the Dr. Vodder School, Walchsee, Austria.
I am a full professional member of both MLD Ireland and the Association of Neuromuscular Therapists (ANMT).

I have a clinic room located in Unit 8 at Liosban Industrial Park. The eircode is H91 D8VP.

Directions: Standing in front of O'Brien's cafe, cross the road and walk down the small road ahead of you. Unit 8 is about halfway down on the left. There is a grey sign with "Liosban Business Centre" above the door. Inside, go up the black steel stairs and turn left to find my room.

Please note that I am located on the second floor and you will need to climb a flight of stairs (13 steps) to reach my clinic.

Please note that this is not a walk-in clinic, an appointment is needed.

You may wear as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. I use a professional draping protocol, which means you will always be covered by a towel and only the area that I am currently working on will be uncovered.

If it is necessary to work in sensitive areas, such as the gluteal regions, I will explain what I am doing and ensure that you are comfortable. Your dignity and privacy is of utmost importance and I encourage clients at any time to question
the treatment or tell me if they are uncomfortable.

Yes. Children can have trigger points and tension in their muscles, just like adults.

This can be due to the demands of sport but the demands of school must also be considered. Sitting down for extended periods isn’t healthy for adults (how many of us have aching backs and necks after a day in the office?) and it can be just as much of a strain for children.

“Growing pains” are often manifestations of trigger points in muscles, causing soreness, aching, weakness, clumsiness or uneven gait.
I treat children of all ages but will require written permission from a parent or guardian, who must remain present throughout the treatment if the child is 16 years of age or under.

I use Pure Pro Ultra Massage Oil which contains: Fractionated coconut oil, high oleic safflower oil, sunflower oil, apricot kernel oil, avocado oil and tocopherol (natural vitamin E).

It is unscented, vegan and nut-oil-free.

No lotions are used in Manual Lymphatic Drainage.

Yes, you can talk as much or as little as you like.

During Neuromuscular treatments I will be talking to you in order to elicit feedback as to particular areas of pain or your level of discomfort during certain techniques.

However, for Manual Lymphatic Drainage, I would discourage clients from talking in order to attain the full benefits of the treatment.

Your therapy will be most comfortable if you refrain from eating a big meal right beforehand.

Also, if you ingest caffeine, your body may take longer to relax during MLD.

You should not drink alcohol prior to your treatment.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a soothing and relaxing therapy so there will be absolutely no pain or discomfort.
However, Neuromuscular Therapy, in order to be effective, may involve some level of discomfort, but shouldn’t be excessively painful.

I always work within manageable pain levels and encourage feedback from my clients.

You may experience some residual soreness for up to 48 hours after treatment but this is a normal reaction as it may take time for the body to adapt to soft tissue changes.

If you have any of the following conditions you should not receive physical therapy without your doctor’s approval: cardiovascular conditions, liver/kidney disease, diabetes, haemophilia, severe atherosclerosis.
Other contraindications include severe fever or cold, any contagious or infectious disease, systemic infection, open skin lesions.
You will be required to fill out a short medical form before treatment and all information will be held in strictest confidence.

The sessions are one hour in duration and the price is €80.

If you cancel less than 24 hours before an appointment or if you do not show up for your appointment, you will be charged the full price.

There is no charge for cancellations made over 24 hours before the appointment.

Appointments are available from 11am to 3pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

Appointments must be booked in advance and if you must cancel an appointment, please give as much notice as possible or you may be charged.