Owen Feeney Athletic Therapy

Owen is the Head Certified Athletic Therapist and owner of Owen Feeney Athletic Therapy Clinics in Bray, Co. Wicklow, and named author on Fundamental Skill Proficiency in Juvenile Gaelic Games. Owen graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Therapy and Training from Dublin City University. He is also a Certified Athletic Therapist and Public Relations Officer for ARTI who are the governing body for Certified Athletic Therapists (CAT’s) in Ireland.

Owen provides in-house, pitch-side, and event support and rehabilitation. Experience in dealing with team sports including Rugby, GAA, American Football, Soccer, Individual Athletes such as Athletics, Boxing and Ironman 70.3, Pre & Post Op individuals as well as injuries occurring from outside sport in everyday life.

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Spectrum of Care

Prevention

• Instruction to individuals on the use and application of commercially made or custom made protective equipment to minimize the risk of injury, illness or health-related conditions
• Provide custom-made devices or properly apply commercially made products in order to provide prophylactic/protective measures to minimize the risk of injury, illness or health-related conditions
• Patient education on risks and corrective actions associated with participation in fitness and sports programs, workplace ergonomics and musculoskeletal injury prevention in both the active lifestyle and workplace settings
• Facilitate physical conditioning by designing and implementing programs to reduce the risk of injury, illness or health-related conditions

Assessment

• Formulate an Athletic Therapy diagnosis by interpreting the mechanism of injury; determining signs, symptoms and predisposing factors of an injury, illness or health-related condition; performing specific physical, orthopedic or fitness testing in accordance with accepted procedures to assess an injury, illness and/or health-related condition
• Assess for/recognize the potential of a sport-related traumatic brain injury/concussion
• Assess the biomechanical impact of injury, illness or health-related condition to promote ergonomically correct function
• Reassess the status of injuries, illnesses and/or health-related conditions using standard techniques and documentation to determine appropriate treatment, rehabilitation and/or fitness and reconditioning plans

Emergency & Acute Care

• Employ life-saving techniques through the use of standard emergency procedures to reduce the incidence of morbidity and mortality.
• Prevent exacerbation of non-life threatening conditions through the use of standard procedures to reduce morbidity
• Engage in rehabilitative therapy (including electrical, thermal and mechanical modalities) using standard techniques and procedures to facilitate recovery, function and/or performance
• Administer therapeutic and conditioning exercise(s) using both standard and advanced techniques and procedures to facilitate recovery, function and/or performance either pre-or post-injury or surgical intervention, as well as for general illnesses or conditions related to the musculoskeletal system
• Educate and provide guidance and/or counseling to patients and individuals in the treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries, illnesses and/or health-related conditions to facilitate recovery, function and/or performance
• Educate, provide guidance and/or counseling for, and administer appropriate return protocols for patients returning from sport-related traumatic brain injuries

Rehabilitation

Preparing individuals to re-establish their pre-injury lifestyle, Athletic Therapists take an active approach to rehabilitation, including manual and movement therapies, electrical modalities, and targeted exercises to ensure musculoskeletal stability and function.

Reconditioning

Athletic Therapists work with individuals on a customized basis to condition for preventive measures and re-condition with exercise rehabilitation to avoid further injury.

Common Injuries that ATs Treat

Athletic Therapists treat all sorts of injuries and conditions. Some on the field, many in a clinic. Some of those conditions include:

• Acute Injuries
• Chronic Conditions
• Muscle Sprains
• Ligament Strains
• Contusions
• Repetitive Strain Injuries
• Rotator Cuff Tears
• Bursitis, Capsulitis, Fasciitis
• Tendonitis, Tendonosis, Tendosynovitis
• Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
• Osteoarthritis
• Low Back Pain
• Sciatica and Piriformis Syndrome
• Disc Herniation / Facet Fusions
• Whiplash Associated Disorders
• Workplace Injuries
• Pre/Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
• Post Fracture Rehabilitation
• Biomechanical Analysis
• Injury Prevention and Care
• Prophylactic Taping/Bracing
• Return to Play Protocols
• Postural Assessments
• Strength and Conditioning Programs

Service	Description	Prices
Consultation	This is advised for new clients. Includes assessment of issues, manual therapy, rehabilitation plan, strength and mobility work as well as future planning to return to normal activities.	€65.00
Return Visit	Continued work on prevailing issues, or new injuries etc as well as continued rehabilitation and manual therapy.	€60.00
Sports Massage	Massage to help prevent injuries, prepare the body for athletic activity and maintain it in optimal condition, and to help individuals recover from workouts and injuries.	€35.00
Functional Mobility Classes	Small group classes aimed at improving your mobility and building areas of the body disadvantaged by your everyday life.	€25.00 per class or 6 classes for €150
Pitch-Side Assistance	Preparation of players/athletes prior to match/event, prevention and immediate care in event of injury. Assessment of athletes prior to activity.	From €90.00
Event Assistance	Please get in touch directly at owenfeeneyat@gmail.com	From €100.00