Conditions we treat in New Ross

Common concerns

Tension-type headaches can feel like pressure or a tight band around the head. Cervicogenic (neck-related) headaches are linked with neck issues and often start at the base of the skull, sometimes worsening with neck movement or long desk days. We also ask about migraine symptoms, which may need a different approach.

How we help

We assess neck movement and possible triggers, then use gentle hands-on care where suitable. Simple neck mobility, upper-back exercises, movement breaks and relaxation exercises can help manage recurring symptoms.

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Jaw joint and chewing-muscle problems can cause pain with eating or yawning, clicking, temple headaches or difficulty opening the mouth. Clenching and grinding may add to muscle soreness; some people notice locking or ear discomfort. Clicking without pain does not always mean something is wrong.

How we help

We assess jaw opening, the neck and habits that aggravate symptoms. Care may include gentle hands-on work around the jaw and neck, advice on relaxed jaw positioning and small, controlled opening exercises.

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Dizziness can feel like spinning, light-headedness or unsteadiness, and has many possible causes, including inner-ear problems. Tinnitus means hearing ringing, buzzing or another sound without an outside source. Hearing changes and some medical conditions need assessment beyond muscle and joint care.

How we help

We discuss and examine symptoms, including when they start and whether hearing has changed. If neck or jaw stiffness is also present, we may support movement and give individual exercises. We advise GP, hearing or balance assessment when needed.

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Stiff joints, sensitive muscles, disc issues or nerve irritation can cause neck pain, sometimes with symptoms into the shoulder, upper back or arm. Pain may follow a strain, long screen time or a whiplash injury. Tingling, numbness or weakness helps us decide which structures and nerve signs to check.

How we help

We examine neck and shoulder movement and perform nerve tests when arm symptoms call for them. Hands-on treatment may help comfort and movement, alongside short movement breaks and gentle neck mobility. We then guide gradual neck and shoulder strengthening for longer-term confidence.

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Irritated rotator cuff tendons, ligament injury or joint and cartilage issues can make reaching out and lifting difficult. A frozen shoulder causes marked stiffness, while an injury at the top of the shoulder may hurt across the body. Sometimes shoulder pain is referred from the neck.

How we help

We use shoulder movement and orthopaedic tests to explore what is causing pain, and check the neck when appropriate. A combination of suitable hands-on treatment, gentle movement and gradual rotator cuff and shoulder-blade strengthening can help you get moving well again. We adjust lifting or sport loads as you recover.

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Common concerns

Tennis elbow usually hurts on the outside of the elbow; golfer’s elbow affects the inside. Repeated gripping, lifting or tool use can irritate these tendons, and office workers can develop similar overuse symptoms. Muscles and nerves may also contribute, especially when pain travels or tingles.

How we help

We look at the activities that trigger symptoms and test grip, elbow movement and, when needed, the neck and nerves. Hands-on treatment may help sore tissues while we adjust aggravating loads. We build forearm and grip strength gradually, with exercise guidance or videos to support practice at home.

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Strains, finger pulley injuries, irritated tendons and stiff joints can affect the wrist or hand and make gripping difficult. Thumb-side tendon pain is common with repeated use. Tingling or night-time numbness may point to nerve involvement, including possible carpal tunnel syndrome.

How we help

We assess hand and arm function, grip, sensation and the activities that bring symptoms on. Care may include ways to adjust activity, gentle wrist and finger movement, tendon glides and gradual grip exercises. If symptoms suggest carpal tunnel syndrome, we can refer for orthopaedic review.

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Common concerns

Chest-wall muscles, rib joints or costochondritis can hurt with twisting, reaching, coughing or a deep breath. Screening for medical issues is important here because chest pain can also come from the heart or lungs, especially when other symptoms occur.

How we help

We assess carefully and refer for medical care when needed. For suitable muscle or rib pain, gentle treatment, upper-back mobility, breathing and movement exercises may help you move more comfortably.

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Common concerns

Back pain is the most common issue we treat. It may involve disc or joint problems, a muscle strain or sensitivity that builds over time. Mid-back stiffness can limit turning; low-back pain can make bending, sitting, lifting or walking uncomfortable and may spread into the buttock.

How we help

A good assessment helps us understand the pattern and plan recovery. We explore which movements and everyday tasks ease or aggravate pain, then combine suitable treatment with education and practical activity changes, especially in the early stages. Exercise can progress from walking and mobility to bending, lifting and strength work.

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Sciatica is nerve-related pain that travels from the lower back or buttock down a leg, sometimes below the knee. Tingling, numbness or weakness may also occur. Leg pain is not always sciatica, so we check the symptom pattern and nerve signs.

How we help

We check symptoms, strength and sensation, then help you find comfortable ways to move and guide gradual exercise. Hands-on treatment can help in some cases, but not all; the plan may include short walks and gentle nerve-friendly movement.

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Groin or pelvic-area pain may come from hip muscles, tendons or joints, the sacroiliac area or the lower back. Adductor strains may hurt with sport or squeezing the legs together. Pelvic discomfort can also occur during pregnancy and after birth, so care needs to suit that stage.

How we help

We assess relevant joints and tissues, hip and back movement, and what aggravates or relieves symptoms. A balance of suitable hands-on treatment and exercise may include hip mobility, adductor strength and pelvic-control work.

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Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) can be felt at the front of the pelvis over the pubic bone, across the back of the pelvis or in the hips. It often catches with walking, stairs, turning in bed or standing on one leg. Low back pain is also common in pregnancy, and some women have back, pelvic or hip pain after birth as the body recovers.

How we help

We look at the movements that aggravate pain and the positions that ease it. Care may include gentle hands-on treatment suited to your stage of pregnancy, practical tips for everyday tasks such as getting out of bed or the car, and simple exercises to support the pelvis and hips. After birth, we guide a gradual return to exercise.

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Groin pain and stiffness may come from the hip joint, including osteoarthritis. Pain on the outside of the hip can involve gluteal tendons and may be worse on stairs or when lying on that side. Hip flexor irritation and referred back pain can feel different again.

How we help

We assess hip range, walking and the activities that load the sore area. We may use hands-on care for comfort, suggest practical changes to walking or sleeping positions, and build hip strength with exercises such as sit-to-stands and side-step work.

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Common concerns

Pain around the kneecap often shows up on stairs or with squats. Tendon pain may follow running or jumping, while arthritis can bring stiffness and swelling. A twist can irritate a meniscus; some leg pain may start in the back rather than the knee. Calf and hamstring strains are common in running and field sports, often after a sprint or sudden change of pace.

How we help

We check walking, stairs, squatting and knee strength, then choose exercises that fit the problem. These may progress from comfortable knee movement to step-ups, thigh and calf strength and balance work. For muscle strains we guide a gradual return to running and sport.

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An ankle sprain can leave swelling and reduced confidence on uneven ground, and some people go on to have an ankle that keeps rolling. Achilles tendon pain is often sore with running, hills or stairs. Stiffness after an old sprain can limit squatting or running.

How we help

We assess walking, ankle motion, calf strength and balance. Depending on the problem, care may include hands-on treatment, advice on activity and footwear, calf raises, balance drills and a gradual return to walking or sport.

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Common concerns

Plantar heel pain is commonly sharp on the first steps after rest. Pain under the ball of the foot can build with long days on your feet, running or tight footwear, and a stiff big-toe joint can change how you walk. Some foot pain or tingling comes from nerves or the lower back.

How we help

We assess walking, foot and toe movement, calf strength and footwear. Care may include hands-on treatment, advice on activity and footwear, and foot, calf and balance exercises to build tolerance gradually.

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