The Injury Hub

Strokes: Info, Symptoms & Physiotherapy Treatment.

Our Chartered Physiotherapists across Ireland are experts in the causes, symptoms and treatment of a stroke.

The Injury Hub: Strokes

What is a stroke?

A stroke occurs when the normal blood flow to the brain is suddenly interrupted or blocked. This can be due to bleeding or haemorrhage from a blood vessel, or a clot in a blood vessel.

Stroke is the third leading cause of death worldwide. 80% of strokes are classified as ischemic, meaning blood supply to a part of the brain is cut off due to a clot or blockage resulting in death of the brain tissue.

Man clutching his chest with heart pains

How We Can Help.

Symptoms, Treatment & How We Can Help Your Recovery.

Learn about common stroke symptoms, effective treatments, and how our expert team supports your recovery journey every step of the way.

The result of a Stroke is loss of function in the affected part of the brain. The person may have difficulty controlling movement on one side of the body, affecting the head, arm, leg and face. Speech, vision, swallowing, bowel and bladder can also be affected. The person’s emotions, ability to concentrate and memory may also change.

It is vital that you recognise the signs of a stroke early and seek medical attend. New treatments if administered in a certain space of time from the onset of symptoms can result in little or no deficits but early intervention is the key.

Remember FAST

  • Face drop

  • Arm weakness

  • Speech Difficulty

  • Time to call 112 or 999

Once a patient has been hospitalised and is medically stable, rehabilitation will commence.

Physiotherapy plays an important role in stroke rehabilitation. After a detailed assessment, our highly skilled Physiotherapists will plan rehabilitation programme taking into account your lifestyle and home environment. Treatment may include guided movements of limbs, and relearning how to sit, stand, walk and other everyday activities. A falls screen may also be of benefit.

Advice will also be given to carers on how to help. Depression is common post stroke and It may be suggested that you visit our psychologists at Spectrum Therapy.

Our physiotherapists are highly trained and qualified to provide expert care to our patients. They are fully insured and are chartered by the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists (ISCP).

We have a team of Clinical leads who visits our physios and clinics to ensure a level of customer service and quality care that exceeds our competition is given to patients every time.

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Linda C
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Kevin M
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Had a very positive experience. Had severe back pain and Dylan was able to see me at short notice. He was very thorough and clear in assessing and explaining my condition and structuring a recovery exercise program that worked very succesfully. I am now fully recovered and looking forward to being as active as I was before my injury.
Sonia F
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Really happy with the two appointments I had with Dylan Connelly to treat my calf strain. His approach was both professional and personable and he ensured that I was completely comfortable during all phases of the appointments. He explained and demonstrated the exercises in 'lay' terms and ensured that I understood and was happy with the approach and expected outcomes. I would definitely recommend Dylan for any physio needs.
Amy B
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I met with Lisa on three occasions in relation to my hamstring and she was absolutely amazing! So easy to chat to and super informative. You need to book at least a week or two in advance to get a spot with her and it's no surprise. She's absolutely fantastic! He explained and demonstrated the exercises in 'lay' terms and ensured that I understood and was happy with the approach and expected outcomes. I would definitely recommend Dylan for any physio needs.
Lisa O
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I went to Olga for 4 or 5 weeks before the marathon this year for hip pain. I was contemplating not running as my long run training had become so painful on the hip. Olga treated with dry needling and massage and over 2 sessions, I saw a big difference. I continued a weekly session to keep me loose and followed her exercise plan. I completed the marathon with no hip issues and felt like my recovery after was a lot faster than previous years.
Margaret C
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Myself and my mother attended Craig for 3 sessions - he is expert at what he does, so understanding, gentle and kind. Great personality and a really skilled physio. Would recommend him absolutly without reservation.He explained and demonstrated the exercises in 'lay' terms and ensured that I understood and was happy with the approach and expected outcomes. I would definitely recommend Dylan for any physio needs.
Patrick M
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I had a painful trapped nerve in my neck which caused pain together with pins and needles running into my arm and hand. I attended Mohammed twice over a period of two weeks. It completely resolved after second appointment. Mohammed is an expert professional at what he does. I would highly recommend his services. I would definitely recommend Dylan for any physio needs.
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I can only recommend Dr. Muhammed Sohail. I’ve been to many physio consultants and he’s been the very best so far: dry needling has improved my IT band issues so much over two sessions including my knee pain. I would definitely recommend Dylan for any physio needs.
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Saturday: 9am to 5pm

Sunday: Closed

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This service is available in any of our nationwide clinics.

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