The Grove Chartered Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Clinic is based in Celbridge County Kildare and was established in 2008 by experienced physiotherapist Barry Smith. The clinic has recently relocated to the busy and readily accessible M4 Business Park.

The primary goal at the Grove Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Clinic is to provide a thorough assessment, accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment, thus facilitating rapid return to optimal function. All assessments and treatment at the clinic are on a “one to one” basis with a strong emphasis on “hands on” treatment.

As well as the various physiotherapy services provided, the clinic offers a functional rehabilitation gym with state of the art rehabilitation equipment.

The gym facility is suitable for a wide variety of persons, ranging from those desiring weight loss or strength training to those wishing to rehabilitate a specific injury

about us

The Grove Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Clinic was established in 2008 by Barry Smith. He has over nine years experience in the treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal complaints.

Barry completed his undergraduate training with a BSc. (Hons) Physiotherapy from Trinity College, Dublin, 2001. He subsequently went on to complete a Masters in Sports Medicine at Trinity College in 2003, graduating first place in his Masters class. He has worked in private practice and has specialised in sports rehabilitation and musculoskeletal medicine since 2001.

Barry has previously worked with Derry City Football Club and Confey GAA Club. He was heavily involved as Chartered Physiotherapist with the Irish Amateur Boxing team in preparation for the Olympic Games in 2004. Since 2001 he has been Chartered Physiotherapist to Barnhall Rugby Football Club.

Currently he is also Physiotherapist to the NUI Maynooth Rugby Scholarship Programme. His special interest areas include sports medicine, strength and conditioning, osteoporosis and exercise in pregnancy.

physiotherapy services

The goal of the physio services offered at GPRC is to provide a thorough assessment, accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment thus facilitating expedient return to optimal function.

The physiotherapy services available are numerous and are used to promote healing and repair. The therapies are utilised to ensure the optimal management of a wide range of complaints.

The techniques used are primarily “hands on” in nature with particular emphasis on injury prevention and joint and soft tissue mobilisations. Because the treatment is tailored to each individual , the therapy provided at GPRC is suitable for all types of patients, ranging from sedentary individuals to professional athletes.

Some of the services available are:

	Joint mobilisation and manipulation
	Soft tissue massage/deep friction therapy
	Orthotic assessment
	Dry needling
	Lumbar and cervical traction
	Strength and conditioning training
	Flexibility assessment and programmes
	Body fat assessment
	Sports massage
	Postural/ergonomic assessment and advice
	Injury prevention and rehabilitation

rehabilitation and training

The clinic has recently augmented its facility to include a gym/rehabilitation area equipped with state of the art training equipment. The service aims to provide one to one instruction in optimal training/exercise for injury prevention ("prehabilitation") and sports specific and performance goals.

With regard to injury "prehab" and "rehab", the training program is tailored to optimise function or recovery of a particular body segment or limb with strong emphasis on functional movements. This is achieved with strong emphasis on correct exercise technique or "form", thus maximising progress. Such programs are ideal for situations such as pre or post back, knee or shoulder surgery, for example. For those seeking sports specific or performance related improvements, training is also available for the development of variables/goals including:

	Strength body building
	Strength endurance
	Cardiovascular
	Core Stability
	Weight loss
	Power training

Due to the fact that your health, safety and welfare are the prime concern at the clinic, it is strongly recommended that all persons consult with their doctor in the event they are considering participation in training/exercise. This is of particular importance in the event that you have any medical history/condition(s) that may preclude safe participation (e.g. heart, blood pressure or respiratory problems), are unfamiliar with training/exercise, particularly resistance or weight training or have not been involved in any such training in the recent past. If you have any doubt regarding safe participation in exercise training please consult with us or your doctor prior to engaging in same.

contact and directions

Barry Smith, Chartered Physiotherapist
BSc. Physio., MSc. Sports Medicines, M.I.S.C.P

The Grove Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Clinic
Unit D1
M4 Business Park
Celbridge
County Kildare

Tel.: 086 168 40 28
Fax: 01 629 0861
Email: info@grovephysio.ie

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