MaxPhysio

We’re delighted to welcome Irene Leahy to the Max Physio & Pilates team 💙

Irene is a Clinical Specialist Pelvic Physiotherapist who will be working across our Carrigtwohill and Charleville clinics.

She brings a wealth of expertise with a postgraduate certificate in rehabilitation and specialist training in both cancer rehabilitation and pelvic health.

Her clinical focus includes pelvic health conditions such as pregnancy and postnatal recovery, pelvic organ prolapse, incontinence and sexual dysfunction. She is also a certified Pink & Steel cancer therapist and has extensive experience supporting patients with chronic pain.

You can now book appointments with Irene online via the link in bio ✨

Rehab is more than just massage and stretching 💪

We focus on a complete approach to recovery - combining hands-on treatment with strength & conditioning and targeted exercises.

Our goal is simple: improve your strength, function and balance so you can get back to doing what you love, stronger than before.

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📞 023 885 9972

Head to the link in bio to book your appointment 🔗

You shouldn’t be feeling your lower back more than your glutes during a shoulder bridge ❌

A common mistake we see is letting the knees fall out, which can cause the lower back to overwork during the movement.
Instead, focus on:

✨ Sliding the ribs toward the pelvis
✨ Engaging your glutes & abs
✨ Keeping a straight line from your shoulders ->hips -> knees

As you roll back down, keep the knees tucked in and lower the spine one piece at a time - imagine gently squashing a row of grapes beneath your spine 🍇

This helps create control, stability & length through the movement while reducing strain on the lower back.

If you’re struggling to get the movement right at home, contact us on 023 885 9972 or head to the link in bio.