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Liam Heavin

Founder ~ Clinical Director

MSc (Sports Medicine), BPhysio, MISCP

Liam is the founder of Dublin Back Clinic, and is one of Ireland's most experienced back and neck rehabilitation specialists. He holds a Masters Degree in Sports Medicine from Trinity College Dublin, as well as his undergraduate Physiotherapy Degree from Satakunnan University in Finland. He practices from our original clinic at Ashleaf in Dublin 12, in University College Dublin & our newest clinic in Athlone. Liam is the Director of Physiotherapy & Sports Medicine at DBC Belfield in the UCD Institute for Sport & Health. Having established DBC as physiotherapy provider to Irish Hockey, UCD Rugby to name but two, Liam continues his direct involvement with elite sport as Physiotherapy Lead to the Westmeath Senior & U-20 Footballers.

Annually, he sees over 200 cases of back and neck pain; the majority of whom are long terms sufferers with the condition. Most patients are seen following referral from their Consultant (Spinal Orthopaedic / Neurosurgeon / Rheumatologist), and rehabilitation programs form part of a wider management of their back or neck pain which often includes pain management injections. He also specialises in neck injuries and rehabilitation in elite and professional rugby.

His keen interest in biomechanics is the driving force behind his continued involvement in both elite and recreational sport with a focus on complex overuse injuries.

Specialist Services/Interests:

  • Neck Pain in Athletes and in Contact Sport
  • Chronic Back and Neck Pain
  • Pre and Post Operative Back and Neck Rehabilitation
  • Complex Sports Rehabilitation
  • Biomechanics
  • Orthotic Prescription
  • Chronic Tendon Injuries
  • Shockwave Therapy

Clinic Availability:

UCD, Ashleaf & UCD              

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Average New Appointment Wait Time:

4 weeks

Assessment Session Charges:

  • Back/Neck 1 Hour Baseline Assessment: €140
  • 30 Min Physiotherapy Assessment: €90
  • Biomechanics Assessment including 3D Foot Scan: €90

Discounted Sessions Available:

N/A

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