Taking care of your back since 1998
Chiropractor Dublin 18
(Foxrock, Kilternan, Cabinteely, Carrickmines, Sandyford, Ticknock, Ballyedmonduff, Stepaside, Leopardstown)
Chiropractic First Dublin provides clinic-based chiropractic care for people living and working across Dublin 18. Patients from Foxrock, Sandyford, Cabinteely, Leopardstown, Carrickmines, Stepaside and surrounding areas attend our clinic for assessment of back pain, neck discomfort, joint stiffness and other musculoskeletal concerns.
Your appointment takes place at our clinic at 8 Blessington Street, Dublin 7. We begin by discussing your symptoms, health history, and movement before explaining the treatment options that may be appropriate for you.
CHIROPRACTIC CARE FOR DUBLIN 18 PATIENTS
People looking for a chiropractor in Foxrock, Sandyford or elsewhere in Dublin 18 may be dealing with back discomfort, neck stiffness, restricted movement or recurring muscular tension. Because similar symptoms can have different causes, treatment should begin with an assessment rather than a standard treatment routine.
At Chiropractic First Dublin, we review your symptoms, movement, health history and other relevant factors before discussing whether chiropractic treatment may be appropriate. Depending on your individual needs, care may include joint mobilisation or manipulation, soft-tissue techniques, movement advice and suitable exercises.
If chiropractic treatment is not appropriate for your symptoms, we will explain why and advise you on the next suitable step.
OUR CLINIC
CONTACT DETAILS:
Phone: (01) 830 6188
Mobile: 086 0881483
Email: info@chiropracticfirstdublin.ie
OPENING HOURS:
Mon – Fri: 9am – 7pm
Sat: 10am – 2pm
Sun: Closed
LOCATION:
8 Blessington St, Dublin, D07 E6EP
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OUR TEAM
We have an amazing team of Chiropractors. Headed up by Anita Kelly, we have 3 fantastic, fully qualified and experienced chiropractors, each with their own background, fields of specialty and experience.
LAURA CASSOLA
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ANITA RUSSO
Chiropractor
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Chiropractor
@Chiropractic First Dublin
My approach to care is gentle and patient-focused, combining a range of techniques tailored to each individual. I use a blend of low-force and manual chiropractic adjustments, pelvic blocking, and soft tissue therapy to support the body’s natural healing processes.
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What to expect at your first chiropractic visit in Dublin 18
If you are attending our clinic from Sandyford, Foxrock, Leopardstown, Stepaside or another Dublin 18 area, your first appointment begins with a detailed assessment. The aim is to understand your symptoms and decide what type of care, if any, may be appropriate.
Consultation and case history
Your chiropractor will talk with you about:
- your main symptoms
- how and when they started
- factors that ease or aggravate them
- relevant medical history
- work and daily activities
This conversation helps identify patterns, contributing factors, and any warning signs that require medical referral.
Physical examination
A physical assessment then follows and may include:
- posture and movement observation
- palpation of joints and muscles
- range of motion testing
Orthopaedic and neurological testing
Where appropriate, we also carry out:
- reflex testing
- muscle strength checks
- sensation testing
- orthopaedic tests designed to reproduce or isolate symptoms
Working diagnosis, safety, and consent
Findings are explained in clear language. You are told:
- what may be contributing to your symptoms
- treatment options
- what you may realistically expect from treatment
- possible risks
You decide whether to proceed. Treatment only starts after informed consent.
If we identify red flags or concerns suggesting a condition unsuitable for chiropractic care, you will be referred to your GP or another appropriate specialist.
Treatment and ongoing review
Treatment may begin on the first visit or a later session, depending on your condition. Progress is reviewed regularly. If symptoms do not change as expected, the plan is adjusted, or referral is arranged.
Chiropractic Assessment and Treatment in Dublin 18
COMMON REASONS DUBLIN 18 PATIENTS VISIT THE CLINIC
Patients from Foxrock, Sandyford, Cabinteely, Leopardstown and surrounding Dublin 18 areas attend the clinic with a range of musculoskeletal concerns. Some symptoms develop gradually through work, exercise or everyday activity, while others may appear more suddenly.
- Back Pain and Stiffness – Back discomfort can have many possible causes and may sometimes occur alongside muscular tension, joint stiffness or restricted movement. Where assessment identifies restricted movement in the lower back, back adjustments may be considered as part of the treatment plan.
- Neck Pain and Restricted Movement – Neck discomfort may develop gradually through desk work, repetitive activity or muscular tension, or it may follow a strain. Your assessment will consider neck movement, surrounding muscles and other relevant symptoms. Where restricted neck movement is identified, a neck adjustment may be considered if appropriate for your assessment findings.
- Headaches Associated With Neck Tension – Some headaches may occur alongside neck stiffness or muscular tension. New, severe, unusual or changing headaches should be medically assessed rather than assumed to have a musculoskeletal cause.
- Hip, Leg or Sciatic-Type Symptoms – Pain, tingling or discomfort travelling through the hip or leg can have several possible causes. An assessment is important before deciding whether chiropractic care or another form of treatment may be appropriate.
Assessment looks at how you move, how joints load, and which tissues reproduce pain. The objective is to understand the reasons behind the issue’s emergence, not only to identify the areas of discomfort. Care may include joint techniques, soft-tissue work, exercise prescription, and ergonomic advice.
Treatment Approaches
The treatment recommended will depend on your symptoms, assessment findings, health history, and preferences. Not everyone needs the same techniques, and treatment is adapted to the individual.
Where appropriate, care may include joint mobilisation or manipulation, soft-tissue techniques, movement or exercise guidance, and advice relating to posture or everyday activity. Your chiropractor will explain what is being recommended and why before treatment begins.
If a particular technique is not suitable or comfortable for you, other approaches may be considered.
CHIROPRACTIC THERAPY IN DUBLIN 18
Working and living in Dublin 18
Dublin 18 includes busy employment areas around Sandyford and Leopardstown as well as residential areas including Foxrock, Cabinteely, Stepaside and Carrickmines. Long periods at a desk, commuting, repetitive activity, lifting, and regular exercise can all contribute to muscular tension or discomfort for some people.
If symptoms are affecting work, exercise, or everyday movement, an assessment can help identify the factors that may be contributing and whether treatment is appropriate.
People from Dublin 18 and the wider south Dublin area attend our clinic for chiropractic assessment and treatment.
For more information about chiropractic care across the wider area, visit our Chiropractor South Dublin page.
Clinic location
All chiropractic assessments and treatment take place at our clinic. We do not provide home, hotel, or workplace visits in Dublin 18.
Clinic address:
8 Blessington Street
Dublin 7
D07 E6EP
Patients from Foxrock, Sandyford, Cabinteely, Leopardstown, Carrickmines, Stepaside and surrounding areas travel to the clinic for their appointments.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DO YOU HAVE A CHIROPRACTOR IN FOXROCK?
Chiropractic First Dublin does not operate a separate clinic in Foxrock. Patients from Foxrock attend our clinic at 8 Blessington Street, Dublin 7, for assessment and treatment.
DO YOU SEE PATIENTS FROM SANDYFORD?
Yes. Patients from Sandyford and other Dublin 18 areas attend our Dublin 7 clinic for chiropractic assessment and treatment. All appointments take place at the clinic.
WHAT HAPPENS AT MY FIRST CHIROPRACTIC APPOINTMENT?
Your first appointment begins with a discussion of your symptoms, health history, and relevant activities. Your chiropractor may then assess movement, joints, muscles, and other relevant factors before explaining whether treatment may be appropriate.
DO I NEED A REFERRAL TO SEE A CHIROPRACTOR?
You can contact Chiropractic First Dublin directly to arrange an appointment. If your symptoms require assessment by another healthcare professional, your chiropractor will explain this after reviewing your condition.
WHERE DOES TREATMENT TAKE PLACE?
All chiropractic assessments and treatments take place at Chiropractic First Dublin, 8 Blessington Street, Dublin 7. We do not provide home or workplace visits in Dublin 18.
BOOK A CHIROPRACTIC ASSESSMENT
If back pain, neck discomfort, joint stiffness, or restricted movement is affecting your day-to-day activities, you can arrange an assessment at Chiropractic First Dublin.
Patients from Foxrock, Sandyford, Cabinteely, Leopardstown and surrounding Dublin 18 areas attend our clinic at 8 Blessington Street, Dublin 7. Your appointment begins with an assessment before any treatment recommendations are made.
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