Physiotherapy

 

  • Chartered Physiotherapists are healthcare professionals that help you to optimise your quality of life. Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists use a variety of skills including therapeutic exercise, manual techniques, education and advice to help reduce symptoms such as pain, stiffness and instability and improve mobility, strength, movement ability and overall function, allowing you to get back to the sports, hobbies and activities you love.

    At MD Performance & Therapy we value the importance of taking the time to listen to your story in order to gain a complete understanding of your problem and how it is affecting you. Accordingly, initial assessments are 60 minutes in duration. Follow-up appointments are typically 40 minutes long, but 60-minute follow-up appointments can be arranged if required.

    • Sports injuries including muscle, joint and ligament strains and sprains

    • Rehabilitation post-surgery

    • Low back pain and referred pain

    • Tendon problems

    • Adolescent growth-related injuries such as Osgood-Schlatter disease, Sever's disease, Sinding-Larsen-Johansson syndrome and other apophyseal stress injuries

    • Hip and groin pain

    • Knee pain

    • Foot and ankle pain and instability

    • Neck, shoulder and arm pain including rotator cuff-related shoulder pain

    • Elbow pain including tennis or golfer’s elbow

    • Chronic/persistent pain


    If your problem is not listed above please do not hesitate to get in contact. We would be happy to have a chat with you to see if we are able to assist.

  • In Ireland the title of “Physiotherapist” is a legally protected title, meaning that only those with recognised qualifications who are also members of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists (MISCP) can use the title “Physiotherapist”.

    Practicing physiotherapists in Ireland must also registered with CORU, the regulator for health and social care professionals. CORU serves to protect the public and promote greater patient safety by promoting high standards of professional conduct, education, training and competence through statutory registration.

    By choosing a Chartered Physiotherapist you are ensuring that you will be under the care of an appropriately qualified healthcare professional who meets the high standards illustrated above.

    When searching for a physiotherapist be sure check for the initials MISCP and CORU after their name.

  • All major Irish Health Insurance providers offer cover for physiotherapy appointments with a Chartered Physiotherapist. Depending on the terms and conditions of your policy, you may be able to claim back some or all of the total fees paid. Receipts will be provided for all your appointments.

    Expenses incurred for physiotherapy appointments with a Chartered Physiotherapist also qualify for tax relief. You can claim relief on health expenses through myAccount or Revenue Online Service (ROS). If you have private health insurance, you can claim tax relief on the portion of those expenses not covered by your insurer.

 

Health Insurance Providers

Laya Healthcare - Mark Durcan Physiotherapy
Irish Life Health -Mark Durcan Physiotherapy
VHI Mark Durcan Physiotherapy

  • “Had been suffering with chronic back pain for more years than I care to remember and had visited many professionals from different fields. Then I had the great fortune of being referred to Mark. His approach to my problem was very different to anything I had experienced in the past. To say I was sceptical is an understatement. I stuck with it and I haven't looked back. On the journey Mark asked if I had any goals, big or small? To which I replied that I would love to be able to go for a run, which I hadn't been able to do for 12 years. Mark had me back on the track within a couple of months of me starting with him. I couldn't recommend him highly enough.”

    -Kenny

  • “I can honestly say Mark is the best physiotherapist I have ever worked with. He treats the whole person and not just the injury. I can honestly say if it was not for him I would not be able to do the activities I enjoy pain free. I owe him a debt of gratitude and would highly recommend him to anyone who is struggling with pain or injury.”

    -James

  • “I’ve known Mark for a number of years now and his expertise is top class. His personal approach to consultation gives clients a real sense that they are doing the right thing with regard to personal training, strength and conditioning and rehab. Mark helped me greatly in improving my S&C, rehabbing my hamstring and giving me the confidence to improve my game. An all-round great guy and will do anything to help you.”

    -Ronan

  • “I saw Mark earlier this year for an ongoing issue I had for over a year and in a short space of time the issue was pretty much resolved. Mark was always very knowledgeable and approachable and is one of the best in the business. If you're looking for an evidence based and practical physio he's your man!”

    -Adrian

  • “Went to Mark for a block of groin rehab last year. Excellent service and his rehab philosophy is the best I have come across to date. Would highly recommend Mark for any rehab or strength program.”

    -Kieran

  • “Mark is an excellent coach, when I went to him first I had serious back troubles and he has transformed my back. It is far more robust and I am injury-free since working with him. Can’t recommend him enough, great person and a wealth of information.”

    -David

  • “Mark’s attention to individual needs and goal-centred approach was invaluable to recovery. Empathetic, compassion-focused and a real gent.”

    -Richard

  • “Mark was absolutely brilliant! So professional and supportive too. I had a stroke which had left the right hand side of my body completely numb. Working with Mark, I was confident to remove my ankle support. Also tore my rotator cuff and he rehabilitated my shoulder and helped me regain functional mobility! Would highly recommend!”

    -Dervilla

  • “Super person-centred approach to physical rehabilitation based on a comprehensive needs analysis. Recovering from surgery and illness. The considered and analytical approach really helped in terms of increased functionality and mobility. Highly recommended.”

    -Donal

  • “Mark has always been helpful and considerate with his time in assisting and advising both myself and my two sons, both of whom had sports related injuries, with programs and common sense advice on how best to cope and progress our recovery. His holistic and compassionate approach is both comforting and reassuring. I can wholeheartedly recommend his services. Good luck Mark and thanks for your assistance and professionalism.”

    -Gareth, Ethan & Alex

  • “We found MD Performance & Therapy a great benefit after a recurring sports injury. Mark was very professional, thorough and explained the healing processes so well as to get full buy in from our teenager. An injury which had nagged for over a year hasn’t bothered our son, thankfully since attending MD Performance & Therapy a year ago.”

    -Martin

  • “Mark was very helpful with my recovery. My injury had gotten so bad that it stopped me from playing sports and even affecting my work. But Mark gave great advice and workouts to do and now it is better than ever. He got me back playing sports with no more pain.”

    -Chris

  • “Mark is a very thorough and competent physio. Explaining everything in a way that could be easily understood and being clear in the requirements to resolve any issues I’ve had. I would highly recommend to anyone with an injury.”

    -Dara

  • “Mark is very professional and very helpful he helped me with a shoulder injury that was giving me trouble and a couple of weeks later it had gone back to normal.”

    -Derry

  • “Went to Mark for some post-operative rehab on my shoulder. He had a clear week-to-week programme for me to get back to full strength, making sure I left no stone unturned with his brilliant attention to detail. Lovely fella and will go out of his way to help.”

    -Conor

  • Mark is exceptional at what he does. I had two different injuries at different times and I had the best experiences with him in the physiotherapy sessions. Mark's explanation, demonstration and attention to detail on individual exercises for my needs and situations was remarkable. I would highly recommend Mark to my family and friends. Thanks again Mark.

    Kathleen

  • Mark is an exceptional physiotherapist, very professional and knowledgeable. I came in with lower back pain that used to come and go at random times and that really bothered me. We had a very detailed discussion about my problem and the history of it - I never had a physio ask me so many questions. Over a number of weeks he showed me how to lift weights and set up an exercise plan which helped me build some muscle. He walked me through any exercise I was unsure about and adjusted the exercise plan accordingly. I honestly couldn’t recommend him enough.

    Marta