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Struggling with Longstanding Lower Back Pain? You’re Not Alone — and You’re Not Broken.

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I’ve been in this industry for over 15 years, working with people at every level — from everyday back pain sufferers to high-level athletes.

But it wasn’t until I put my own back out that everything changed.
I’m naturally active, always pushing hard… and then I hit the wall: disc injury, nerve pain, surgery.

That was the turning point.

I realised that even with all my experience, the usual approaches weren’t enough. So I went down the rabbit hole — studying every resource I could find, learning from world-leading experts, and absorbing everything from physiotherapy to chiropractic, osteopathy to strength science, pain neuroscience to movement systems.

Out of that came something completely new.
A blended, step-by-step approach designed solely for back pain.
Something I believe is the most valuable of its kind in Ireland today.

That’s why I created The Back Specialists — a clinic 100% dedicated to helping people with back pain get back to doing what they love.

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Our System

Not Physio. Not Chiro. Not Osteo. All of It — and More.

We use techniques from physio, chiro, osteo, and strength training… but what makes us different is the system.
A structured, accountable way to uncover exactly what your back needs.

Here’s what that looks like:

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  • Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA):
    A head-to-toe screen that shows us which areas are truly restricted and which are just compensating.
    Why it helps: instead of chasing pain, we find the real root cause — often in a completely different part of the body.

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  • Functional Movement Screen (FMS):
    A simple series of tests highlighting weak links in mobility, strength, or stability.
    Why it helps: it shows us where your body is vulnerable and helps design exercises that prevent flare-ups.

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  • Neurokinetic Therapy (NKT):
    A muscle testing method that reveals faulty patterns stored in your nervous system.
    Why it helps: if one muscle has “switched off” and another is overworking, NKT helps us reset and restore balance.

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  • The McGill Method:
    Based on the work of Professor Stuart McGill, the world’s leading spine expert.
    Why it helps: we test your spine’s tolerance for flexion, extension, and load — then build a core-strengthening plan that avoids irritation and builds resilience.

  • Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT):
    Hands-on treatment that eases tight tissues, improves circulation, and calms pain signals.
    Why it helps: it reduces protective tension so you can move freely and actually benefit from the exercises.

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The Blend
No single method is enough. That’s why we’ve built a system that blends all of the above into one streamlined process.
You don’t just get a treatment — you get a complete strategy for fixing, understanding, and preventing your back pain.

Section 3 — Who We Help

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Is This for You?

The Back Specialists is built for people who:
✅ Have recurring or long-standing back pain.

✅ You're looking for sciatic treatment in Dublin (or beyond).
✅ Are active, health-conscious, and want to get back to what they love.
✅ Have tried physio, chiropractic, massage, or injections… but are still stuck.

It’s not for people looking for a quick click or one-off fix.
If you’re ready to finally understand your back and follow a proven process — this is for you.

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 Our Programs

Find the right starting point for your back.

We offer both remote and clinic-based programs, depending on your needs.

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🔹 4-Week At-Home Reset (Remote)

Perfect if you live outside Dublin or want a coaching-only start.

  • Mini Assessment (in-person or virtual)

  • Personalised 4-week exercise plan, delivered in 2 phases (Weeks 1–2, Weeks 3–4)

  • Coaching notes & self-corrections so you know exactly what to do

  • Optional WhatsApp check-in (€49 add-on)

  • Option to upgrade into a full clinic program if needed

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​🔹 4-Week Reset (Clinic)

Reset your back. Calm your pain. Get back in control.

  • Full-body movement assessment (SFMA) 

  • Muscle + imbalance testing 

  • Red light laser therapy 

  • Weekly 1-on-1 sessions x4 

  • At-home support tools + guidance 

  • Direct WhatsApp support 

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🔹 8-Week Rebuild (In Clinic)

Rebuild strength. Fix the real cause. Get back to confident movement.

  • Full-body movement assessment (SFMA) 

  • Functional Movement Screen (FMS) 

  • Muscle testing + imbalance scan 

  • Red light laser therapy 

  • Weekly 1-on-1 sessions x8 

  • Strength, stability & mobility retraining plan 

  • Retesting + progress tracking 

  • At-home support tools + guidance 

  • Direct WhatsApp support 

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​​🔹 12-Week Resilience (In Clinic) (Flagship)

Go beyond pain relief. Build lasting resilience and confidence in your body.

  • Full-body movement assessment (SFMA) 

  • Functional Movement Screen (FMS) 

  • Advanced McGill Method core testing & retraining 

  • Muscle testing + imbalance scan 

  • Red light laser therapy 

  • Weekly 1-on-1 sessions x12 

  • Strength, stability & performance retraining plan 

  • Retesting + progress tracking 

  • At-home support tools + guidance 

  • Direct WhatsApp support 

 

We often hear from people who:

  • Thought the pain would eventually go away, but it didn’t.

  • Were told to “just rest and take painkillers” — with no long-term plan.

  • Tried exercises that didn’t work or made things worse.

  • Lost confidence in their body after months (or years) of back pain.

  • Were told it’s just “part of getting older.”

  • Tried multiple treatments but never got a clear answer.

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What Makes Us Different?

At The Back Specialists, we don’t chase symptoms.
We use advanced movement assessments to understand why your pain keeps coming back — and what your body needs to change. We create personalised plans based on how you move, how your body compensates, and what’s keeping you stuck.

No cookie-cutter exercises. No quick fixes.
Just clear, expert guidance — rooted in real science — to help you build confidence in your body again.

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  • ​Qualifications:

  • H. Dip Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy

  • H.Dip Orthopaedic & Soft Tissue Therapy

  • Neuromuscular Therapy

  • Advanced Joint Manipulation

  • Orthopaedic Sports Massage

  • Trigger Point Dry Needling

  • Functional Movement Screen Level  1

  • Functional Movement Screen Level  2

  • Selective Functional Movement Assessment Level 1

  • Selective Functional Movement Assessment Level 2

  • Human Anatomy Dissection- Kings's College London.  

  • Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation

  • Neurokinetic Therapy Level 1

  • Neurokinetic Therapy Level 2

  • Neurokinetic Therapy Level 3 (highest level)

  • Anatomy In Motion 6 Day Course

  • Fundamental Capacity Screen

  • FMS Integration Series- The Classification and Management of Patients with Low Back Pain. 

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