Our Treatment Approach
Depending on assessment findings your physiotherapist will plan your treatment. At Swords Physiotherapy we divide this into 3 phases – Ease. Restore and Improve. This allows us to fully resolve the problem, minimise the chance of recurrence and improve our patients overall health and fitness.
Ease; [ Phase 1] Initially we often need to focus on decreasing pain using techniques such as manual therapy, massage, myofascial dry needling, taping and gentle exercise.
Restore; [Phase 2] As symptoms settle , treatment becomes more active , we focus on restoring movement and strength to the area to help prevent the problem recurring. Your physio will send you videos of exercises prescribed to make it easier to do corectly at home.
Improve; [Phase 3]. This is where we look at any possible predisposing factors to the problem. Poor strength, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness will be addressed and if necessary plans put in place to improve these. Faulty lifting techniques and poor ergonomics are common findings. Another area we often look at is sporting technique [ such as a poor golf swing] and work with coaches to correct this.
Leading physiotherapy practice for effective treatment and outcomes
At Swords Physiotherapy, we empower individuals on their journey to optimal health and wellness by providing expert, personalized, and compassionate physiotherapy services. We strive to enhance quality of life and restore function through evidence-based treatments, clinical skills , and a patient-centered approach. With a commitment to continuous education and professional development, we aim to exceed expectations , and make a positive impact on the communities we serve. Our vision is a world where every person can achieve their fullest potential in movement, function, and overall well-being.
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Meet the team
All our physiotherapists have a university degree and post graduate training. We have a commitment to clinical excellence.
We will not just treat the presenting problem, but assess the cause; therefore minimizing the risk of recurrence.
Swordsphysio.ie was founded by Ann-Marie Ennis B.Sc.[Hons.],M.I.S.C.P in 1998. Ann-Marie attended university at Trinity College Dublin, graduating in 1991, with an honors science degree. She is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists for over 30 years.
She has worked in hospitals, sports clinics and private practice in Ireland, Canada and Bermuda. As well as gaining extensive experience assessing and treating patients, Ann-Marie regularly attends post-graduate courses to ensure she is up to date with the latest developments in Physiotherapy. Her hobbies include badminton, golf and pilates. She has 3 children- two now in university and one in secondary school.
We moved to 16 Chapel Lane, Swords – [this is directly opposite the church gates], in 2007 having started on Main Street . The clinic is now on ground level for easier access and we have free parking on site for patients.
Our approach to physiotherapy is distinguished by placing an emphasis on the cause of the problem, not just the management of its symptoms.Through comprehensive assessment and examination we will tailor an individualized treatment plan for the patient. We will set goals to enable the patient to return to work, sport and hobbies as soon as possible.
We have a clinical commitment to highly skilled care including orthopaedic manual therapy such as joint mobilizations and soft tissue techniques,myofascial dry needling, specific therapeutic exercises and patient education.
Anja is a full member of the ISCP (Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists) and is CORU registered .She completed her Physiotherapy degree in 2015 at The University of Stellenbosch, South Africa. Hockey is her main sporting interest as a player. physiotherapist and coach.
Kate graduated in 2006 from the University of Cape Town. In 2014 she completed post graduate training in orthopaedic manual therapy (OMT). She has attended numerous post graduate courses on back pain, myofascial dry needling, kineseotaping, sports injuries and concussion.
Kate’s most recent role was with the Cell C Sharks as the long term rehabilitation and concussion physio. Prior to that she has worked in private practice settings while also having been involved in various other sports teams, the South African men's hockey team, Cape Cobras cricket and Villagers club rugby.
Apart from physio, where she relishes the challenge of rehabilitating her patients and returning them to their full function, Kate-Lyn enjoys the outdoors and being active herself.
Kate’s most recent role was with the Cell C Sharks as the long term rehabilitation and concussion physio. Prior to that she has worked in private practice settings while also having been involved in various other sports teams, the South African men's hockey team, Cape Cobras cricket and Villagers club rugby.
Apart from physio, where she relishes the challenge of rehabilitating her patients and returning them to their full function, Kate-Lyn enjoys the outdoors and being active herself.
Mark graduated from DCU with an honours degree in Sports Science & Health in 2015. Following this Mark gained experience in Strength & Conditioning and Personal Training in Indianapolis, USA. Not satisfied with how much he was able to assist his clients, Mark then went on to study a Masters degree in Physiotherapy in the University of Birmingham, graduating in 2019. Mark takes a special interest in exercise and empowering patients to lead a healthy active lifestyle independently. Mark can deal with a variety of musculoskeletal conditions but takes a keen interest in neck and back pain and in particular has a vast amount of experience with whiplash associated disorder. Outside of physiotherapy, Mark has an obsession with both playing and watching numerous sports.
Eilise graduated with a Bachelors degree in Physiotherapy from Trinity College Dublin in 2019. She then spent five years in Perth, Australia, working in private practice and gaining
expertise in the neuromusculoskeletal field. Eilise now divides her time between her
practice and serving as the Sports Physiotherapist for the GAA Dublin Ladies Development
Squad. She has completed advanced training in manual therapy, dry needling, exercise prescription, and is a certified Stages Flight Indoor Cycling Instructor.
expertise in the neuromusculoskeletal field. Eilise now divides her time between her
practice and serving as the Sports Physiotherapist for the GAA Dublin Ladies Development
Squad. She has completed advanced training in manual therapy, dry needling, exercise prescription, and is a certified Stages Flight Indoor Cycling Instructor.
Core Values
At Swords Physiotherapy we embrace the following core values in delivering exceptional quality Physiotherapy
Kindness
We are considerate, thoughtful and helpful to those around us
Hard Work
We work hard to provide high quality, high value, evidence based treatment solutions for our patients to help them reach their health potential.
Respect
We are respectful of the rights, culture and choices of those around us
Positivity
We maintain a positive workplace by having a positive, proactive, can-do attitude
Clinical Excellence
We are enthused and committed to ongoing learning about our profession and ourselves.
Integrity
We are honest and accountable to each other, our colleagues and our clients
Core Values
At Swords Physiotherapy we embrace the following core values in delivering exceptional quality Physiotherapy
Kindness
We are considerate, thoughtful and helpful to those around us
Hard Work
We work hard to provide high quality, high value, evidence based treatment solutions for our patients to help them reach their health potential.
Respect
We are respectful of the rights, culture and choices of those around us
Positivity
We maintain a positive workplace by having a positive, proactive, can-do attitude
Clinical Excellence
We are enthused and committed to ongoing learning about our profession and ourselves.
Integrity
We are honest and accountable to each other, our colleagues and our clients
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16 Chapel Lane, Swords
Co. Dublin, K67 X2T8
- Convenient location in Swords village
- Free on site client parking.
- Ground Level Access
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