We currently have two Podiatry positions available.
Does Stress help prevent Depression?
In a post from last week, we discussed the instances on mental health issues in Ireland. The words ‘stress’ and ‘depression’ are two that are common in everyday life and today our counselling Psychologist Andrew Dillon, discusses how stress can in fact be helpful to our lives in certain circumstances.
Raising Awareness for Mental Health Problems Ireland
World Mental Health day takes this Thursday, October 10th . On this day the goal is to raise awareness for mental health problems. Our awareness of these issues is often raised in a negative light but it is important that we all begin to change our mindset with regard to mental illness. We hear of stress. anxiety & depression everyday but yet there are many people not receiving the proper healthcare to alleviate and cope with these problems.
Suggestions to Help You Fight Food Cravings
Undertaking a diet is rarely an easy or straightforward task. We all struggle with them at first but when we start to see results the sacrifices which are made are worthwhile. Cravings for our favourite foods are part and parcel of dieting and is something we have to learn how to manage. Cravings for high calorie foods such as chocolate, crisps, fast-food (to name but a few) are extremely common. These cravings are both physiological and psychological, so today we look to give you a few tips on how you can combat the cravings which may be negatively impacting your dieting progress.
Podiatry & Chiropody Services In Waterford Health Park
Last October an article was written in Waterford Today with regard to a new high risk foot care clinic was established to cope with the high volume of foot care patients. The article highlights how over 70% of the patients treated, were seen with complaints relating to diabetes, which is something we specialise with here at Spectrum Health . So today’s blog post is for those who live in Waterford and surrounding counties such as Kilkenny and Waterford. Did you know we provide Podiatry & Chiropody services from Waterford Health Park on Slievekeale Road in Waterford City? Maybe not so let us tell you what we do…
A Happy Workforce is a Productive Workforce: The Importance of Corporate Wellness
You may have come across a very interesting article in last weekend’s Irish Times by Joanne Hunt, called “Whistle While you Work”. The article focused on how happy staff are more beneficial to an organisation than unhappy staff and how companies are playing a part in improving their employees happiness and indeed overall health. This article followed a conference in Dublin last week called “Are Happy Employees Healthier Employees” which was organised by the Employee Assistance European Forum. This is a widely debated employment topic right now, so if you are not familiar with the concept let us explain it in further detail and also tell you how Spectrum Health can help.
The Truth About Meat : Managing Red & Processed Meat Within Your Diet
The Summer has finally arrived here in Ireland and as we are fully aware, we have no idea how long it will last, so the scramble to dust off the BBQ and get the coals hot begins for 2013! As a nation we are particularly fortunate to enjoy excellent locally sourced meat such as beef and pork and this is one of the main reasons why we love our BBQ’s and the Saturday morning ‘Full Irish’ so much. Of course when eaten in moderation these are not a problem but the focus of this article is to highlight some of the dangers with over consumption of meats and also how to still enjoy meat but lower the health risks that come with them.
Binge Drinking and the Effects of Alcohol on Teenagers Today
If we were to quote off some high tech medical jargon about binge drinking and the effects of alcohol on teenagers today you’d probably stop reading this blog right now. But ourCounselling Psychologists at Spectrum Health don’t want to confuse you with uptight informal wording. We want to call a spade a spade and go through what most of us are only too well familiar with when it comes to the negative health effects of binge drinking in Ireland today. So if you know someone being affected in such away, who needs some help or just someone to talk to then please keep reading
Speech Therapy for Children
A recent study carried out in West Tallaght in Dublin (Nov 2012) with the Childhood Development Initiative (www.twcdi.ie) show that children given access to Speech & Language Therapy will have a better start in their schools. This was shown further in particular with kids in poorer disadvantaged areas, that when provided with early intervention S & L services, will have a huge effect on their self-esteem, will improve their literacy skills and overall improving their quality of life as people overcome this debilitating condition which permeates every aspect of day to day life.
Counselling Psychology services added to Newbridge
Now with clinics nationwide we are very happy to announce the opening of our latest Spectrum Health clinic in Newbridge Co.Kildare. Specialising in Counselling Psychology services and conveniently located for you on the Station Road, the Newbridge Medical & Dental Healthcare Centre is a brand new, purpose built facility with top of the range facilities throughout.
International Women’s Day 2013
International Women’s Day approaching fast this Friday the 8th March throughout the world and of course here in Ireland too. We thought it necessary to highlight the fact that Irish Women at home and abroad have contributed significantly in campaigning for important issues as equality, human rights, equal pay in the workforce and domestic violence.
International visionaries such as U.N Ambassador for Human Rights Mary Robinson and Mary MacAleese, both former Presidents of Ireland respectively and the current elected representative of the Seanad Ivana Bacik continue to work and strive for these goals of achieving better standards of living for women throughout Ireland and Internationally too.
At Spectrum Health we feel that we also strive in assisting to making women’s health and all round well being, high on our priority list. Providing dedicated Women’s Health services such as:
- Diet and Nutrition
- Accupunture in assisting with Fertility problems
- Podiatry & Chiropody in alleviating common foot problems
- Pilates Classes
For a further and more comprehensive list please see our services page. We also specialise in treating pregnancy related issues like urinary incontinence and other associated pregnancy related pain, antenatal education along with post natal care, you can be assured you will be in safe hands.
If you would like to book an appointment Lo-call 1890 333777 for further information.
So enjoy International Women’s Day this Friday, celebrate and enjoy!
Latest Opening for Spectrum Health Family!
Covering the Rathfarnham area and located at 3 Landscape Road, Churchtown, this will be our 26th clinic opening throughout Ireland!
Foot Problems Solved With Podiatry
At Spectrum Health and The Physio Company we offer sound experience, from combining our vast knowledge base and passing it directly onto our clients. On your initial consultation we will review, plan and carry out the correct assessments using the appropriate equipment which has proven to provide our foundation for a professional and individualised successful treatment plan in helping our podiatrists ease your feet pain.
The Importance of Podiatry and Foot Care
Our Podiatrist Danielle Morton, discusses the importance of good foot care indeed maintenance of the feet. Danielle works in our clinics in Patrick’s Quay, Macroom and Mallow, Cork.
Happy New Year ! Speech & Language Therapy in 2013
Everyday speech and language therapists work with a wide range of people from infants with language delay, to young children who stammer to adults who have neurological conditions to older persons who may be recovering from a stroke. We aim to give them voice by developing their communication potential and increasing independence no matter what the difficulty.
New Clinic Locations For Psychology Services
We are very happy to announce that we are expanding our Psychology services across Dublin, to our clinics in Drumcondra,Temple Bar and Baggot Street. This means that we now have seven psychology clinic locations across both North and South Dublin.
Eating out in your favorite Restaurants – the Sensible Way!
Having meals out and enjoying occasional treats are part of life but by having them in moderation and making some adjustments you will be able to enjoy these occasions without feeling guilty or putting weight back on. Many of us meet up with friends and family during the week and more often on the weekends and therefore more of chance of eating heavier meals. Here are some quick and easy tips for keeping the calories down while eating out!
Looking to spoil your better half?
Pick up a voucher here at Spectrum Health for that perfect massage or even a foot rub for your partner to unwind at the end of a stressful week. At Spectrum Health we provide gift vouchers which can also be used for a wide range of our Healthcare services in all of our clinics across Ireland.
Children in Disadvantaged Areas Can Benefit From Speech & Language Therapy
The Childhood Development Initiative issued a recent report on November 15th on providing early speech and language services to children. The report discusses how young children from disadvantaged areas, who are given access to Speech & Language Therapy, will have a better start in their schools. The study was based on a piloted service where children in West Tallaght, Dublin, were provided with early intervention speech and language services. It took place between 2008 and 2011, helped 192 children, who were otherwise unlikely to have been noticed as having speech and language difficulties, referred to a therapist or supported through any other services in the area.
Rethink Your Drink !! Read this now for astonishing facts!
Did you know that a glass of wine has the same calories as a slice of cake or that a can of coke is equivalent to about 15 tsp of sugar?