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Richard Dodd
📚 - Physiotherapist and Owner of RDPhysiotherapy
🏋‍♂️- Strength and Conditioning
🦵- Tendon Rehab and Return to Sport

Info@rdphysiotherapy.ie
www.rdphysiotherapy.ie
Tel 00353858423439
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01/04/2026

Shoulder Rehab: The Progression 💪

Phase 1: Scapular activation (Prone Y)

Phase 2: Rotator cuff strength (Side lying ER)

Phase 3: Functional loading (Overhead press)

Every exercise has a purpose.

Every progression has criteria.

This is how we build shoulders that can handle the demands you place on them without breaking down again.

Recovering from a shoulder injury?

We’ll guide you through every phase 🎯

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25/03/2026

Delighted to be working with Aviation Capital Group, providing on-site ergonomic assessments for their team 🤝

Desk work doesn’t have to mean neck pain, back stiffness, or shoulder tension. With proper workstation setup and movement habits, your team can stay productive and pain-free.

What We Assess:

✅ Monitor height and positioning
✅ Chair setup and lumbar support
✅ Keyboard and mouse placement
✅ Posture and movement patterns
✅ Individualised recommendations for each employee

Why It Matters:

Investing in your team’s physical health reduces sick days, improves productivity, and prevents chronic musculoskeletal issues from developing.
Corporate physiotherapy services available for Dublin-based companies.

Get in touch to discuss how we can support your team’s health and wellbeing 💼

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20/03/2026

Why does your injury keep coming back? 🔄

If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of pain → rest → feel better → re-injury, you’re not alone. But here’s the truth: rest alone doesn’t fix the problem.

The Real Issue:

Your tissues need progressive loading to build tolerance. When you rest completely, they become weaker and less able to handle the demands you’ll place on them when you return to activity.

The Solution:

Load management. This means:
✅ Gradually increasing tissue capacity through structured rehab
✅ Tracking progress with objective measures (not just “how you feel”)
✅ Progressing through phases based on data, not guesswork

We use the Vald ForceFrame to measure your strength objectively, assess movement quality, and create progressive rehab protocols with clear criteria for each phase.

No more guessing. No more flare-ups. Just steady, measurable progress toward full recovery.

Tired of the injury cycle? Let’s build resilient tissues that can handle what you throw at them 💪

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19/03/2026

Why does your injury keep coming back? 🔄

If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of pain → rest → feel better → re-injury, you’re not alone.

But here’s the truth: rest alone doesn’t fix the problem.

The Real Issue:

Your tissues need progressive loading to build tolerance. When you rest completely, they become weaker and less able to handle the demands you’ll place on them when you return to activity.

The Solution:

Load management. This means:

✅ Gradually increasing tissue capacity through structured rehab
✅ Tracking progress with objective measures (not just “how you feel”)
✅ Progressing through phases based on data, not guesswork

We use the Vald ForceFrame to measure your strength objectively, assess movement quality, and create progressive rehab protocols with clear criteria for each phase.

No more guessing. No more flare-ups. Just steady, measurable progress toward full recovery.

Tired of the injury cycle? Let’s build resilient tissues that can handle what you throw at them 💪

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13/03/2026

Continuous learning keeps us at the top of our game 📚

Recently attended a masterclass with Dr Chris Bramah, one of the leading experts in running biomechanics and injury prevention.

What We Covered:

✅ Latest research on running-related injuries
✅ Evidence-based assessment techniques
✅ Calf injury rehabilitation protocols
✅ Advanced force plate analysis
✅ Return-to-running strategies

Dr Bramah’s research-backed approach to treating runners aligns perfectly with our philosophy at RD Physiotherapy, objective data, progressive loading, and individualised treatment plans.

This is how we stay ahead, bringing the latest evidence-based approaches directly into your treatment.

Whether you’re training for a marathon, getting back to parkrun, or dealing with a persistent running injury, we’ve got you covered 🏃

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09/03/2026

Continuous learning keeps us at the top of our game 📚

Recently attended a masterclass with Dr Chris Bramah on running injuries, one of the leading experts in running biomechanics and injury prevention.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Latest research on running-related injuries
✅ Evidence-based assessment techniques
✅ Effective treatment protocols for runners
✅ Return-to-running strategies

This is how we stay ahead bringing the latest evidence-based approaches directly into your treatment at RD Physiotherapy.

Whether you’re training for a marathon, getting back to parkrun, or dealing with a persistent running injury, we’ve got you covered 🏃

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04/03/2026

Finished your physio but not quite ready to go it alone in the gym? 👇

This is exactly the gap our Physiotherapy-Led Strength & Conditioning programme was built for.

Pain has improved but strength, confidence, and capacity often haven’t fully returned. Jumping straight back into training without the right structure is how the same injury comes back.

At RD Physiotherapy, we bridge that gap with a personalised 6, 8 or 12-week programme led by a Chartered Physiotherapist,built entirely around your body, your history, and your goals.

Whether you’re returning to sport, getting back to the gym, or just want to move through daily life without fear of breaking down again this is for you.

💻 Book your Initial Assessment at rdphysiotherapy.ie or call 085 848 9780

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27/02/2026

Your First Physio Session at RD Physiotherapy

What to Expect 📋

Never been to physio before? Here’s what happens in your initial assessment:

What We Do:

From our initial assessment all the way to your finish line, we map out your treatment so that you—as the patient know exactly what you have to achieve to get to where you want to be and to achieve your dream outcome.

How We Get There:

This can be through our muscle power testing (Vald system) or our hands-on treatment, but each step of the way you’ll understand and have a clear indication of what is needed through research and through tried and tested methods here at the clinic.

You Leave With:

✅ Clear understanding of your injury or issue
✅ Structured treatment plan with specific milestones
✅ Knowledge of exactly what you need to achieve
✅ Confidence in the pathway forward

If you’re struggling with pain, not recovered from a previous injury, or simply don’t have a clear plan give us a call or book in with the links below.

We’ll guide you through that pathway in a clear, precise, professional manner that is always backed up by research.

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23/02/2026

3 Mistakes People Make When Returning to Training After Injury ❌

We see these patterns all the time and they’re the reason people end up back in our clinic months later:

1. Progressing Too Fast

You feel good for a few sessions, so you jump straight back to your old training volume. Your tissues aren’t ready yet, and you re-injure yourself within weeks.

2. Skipping Strength Work

You focus only on cardio or sport-specific training and neglect the strength foundation your body needs to handle load safely.

3. No Clear Plan

You’re winging it based on how you feel day-to-day, rather than following a structured progression with objective markers.

The Fix:

Work with a physio who understands both injury rehab AND performance training. Know your milestones. Progress systematically.

That’s what we do at RD Physiotherapy 💪

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20/02/2026

Why Mapping Out Your Rehab Journey Matters 🎯

At RD Physiotherapy, we do things differently. Being specific and clear on your milestones is key to successful rehab,and it’s what separates good recovery from great recovery.

Here’s What We Mean:

Most people finish physio and are left wondering: “Am I ready to run again?” or “Can I go back to the gym now?” Without clear markers of progress, you’re guessing.

Our Approach:

We map out your entire journey from day one, with:

✅ Baseline assessments to understand where you’re starting
✅ Phase-specific goals (pain reduction → mobility → strength → function)
✅ Objective measures to track improvement
✅ Clear criteria for progressing between phases
✅ Return-to-sport or activity protocols

The Result?

You’re never left wondering if you’re ready. You know exactly when you’ve hit each milestone and when it’s safe to progress.

This is how we reduce re-injury rates and get you back to what you love confidently.

Ready to experience the RD Physio difference?

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18/02/2026

Is your rehab journey clearly mapped out?

One of the biggest differences between successful rehab and getting stuck in a cycle of recurring pain is having a clear, structured plan.

At RD Physiotherapy, we don’t just treat your symptoms, we map out your entire rehabilitation journey with specific milestones and measurable goals.

What This Looks Like:

📍 Clear assessment of where you are now
📍 Specific short-term goals (weeks 1-4)
📍 Medium-term milestones (weeks 4-8)
📍 Long-term return-to-sport or activity targets
📍 Regular reassessments to track progress

When you know exactly where you’re going and what success looks like at each stage, you stay motivated and accountable.

No guessing. Just clear progression.

Is your current rehab plan this specific? If not, it’s time to change that.

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16/02/2026

Struggling with persistent pain that won’t shift?

Shockwave therapy is clinically proven to treat:

🦶 Plantar fasciitis
🏃 Achilles tendon pain
🎾 Tennis elbow
💪 Rotator cuff injuries
🦵 Hip pain

These stubborn injuries often don’t respond to rest or traditional physiotherapy alone. Shockwave therapy accelerates healing by stimulating tissue repair at a cellular level.

Dealing with one of these? Shockwave could be the breakthrough you need.

Available now at RD Physiotherapy, Dublin Docklands.
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Address

The IFSC Injury Clinic/RD Physiotherapy/Custom 2, Custom House Medical Centre, Gandon House, Mayor Street Lower, North Wall
Dublin
DO1CY50

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+353858489780

Website

http://www.rdphysiotherapy.ie/

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