I attended a Pilates class here while on vacation and was extremely impressed…read more Firstly the space is beautiful, impeccable, modern and big. It is in a converted cottage which makes it even more special as it has a lot of character. I have done countless Pilates classes over the years with many different instructors in NYC, but still picked up new information, guidance and understanding, while attending Hannah's class here! Joe and his staff are wonderful and I can't recommend this center highly enough. Caitriona K.

From the owner: Life Balance is a small company based in Blackrock, Dublin. We are a fully equipped Pilates studio…read morewhich offers both Reformer and Matwork classes. We also have number of treatment rooms where we offer Physical Therapy, Holistic Massage, Reflexology, Indian Head Massage, Nutrition, Reiki and Kinesiology.

Can't compare this physio to any others as thank The Lord it's my first time with back issues but…read morethe service I have received has been brilliant. With appointments available when I need them and super friendly staff it has made my life a lot easier. Price is €55 and they have 7 physio's working there so you always have a chance of being seen. Have never had to wait, it's in a central location and it's clean. 5 stars in my book and a pain free back for a while (if I do the exercises they told me to do that is)

From the owner: Physiotherapy, sports massage, deep tissue massage, acupuncture, MSK treatment, women's health, dry…read moreneedling.

I've had a re-occurrence of a knee injury that I originally got sorted out last October. But that…read morephysiotherapist is now too far away to visit regularly, so I had to find a new one. Two people recommended the same physio that is a lot closer to home, Joy Teo of the Dublin Spine & Sports Physiotherapy. After three appointments over the course of a month my knee is so much better. Between the exercises prescribed and the ultra-sounding directly to the point of swelling on each visit, there has been a huge improvement. The exercises do take some effort, but are not grueling. I could feel the benefits immediately. She is a positive physiotherapists who I can recommend to anyone who is looking for one.

We all have injuries at one point or another and the big question is who is going to take care of…read moreme properly so that I don't walk away feeling worse...?! I have experienced a repeated 'frozen shoulder' and nerve impingement and was concerned about finding the right 'hands' to put my shoulder in - literally. And, the answer was right in my own hood - thanks to a fellow "Yelper" who gave it a great review! Tara at Dublin Spine & Sport PT Clinic has really taken care of me and my 'injury'. Visits are about 50 euro (cash only) and last between 30-45 minutes. And, better yet, there's no milking the injury - when the PT sees you've made progress, appointments are fewer and far between. They WANT to see you back in good working condition! So, after about five appointments (a huge difference compared to four months of appointments back home) I felt great and only returned to check that all is 'healing' properly. A little therapy goes a long way...

I arrived in here not entirely sure what to expect but presumed I'd see all sorts of contraptions…read morefor back straightening and muscle fixing... guess I was expecting a sort of medieval torture chamber with more plastic bits. So, in I went to be greeted by a row of side-long desks and a series of expectant looking faces clearly wondering why I had walked in... I went so far as to ask "is this a shop?" ... I mean, it looked like one from the outside! One of the girls confirmed that it was indeed and duly sorted me out with the required torture device... but overall it was an odd and slightly awkward experience, not bad and I did get what I went in for, but definitely odd!

After ordering a sissel pillow size medium online, I started using it once it arrived. After 4 or 5…read morenights I stopped using it as my neck pain got considerably worse and I started to have migraines. When I put the pillow back into the box I realised the pillow was a size large. I then contacted the company via their website to explain and ask for a medium pillow. After a couple of weeks I noticed I got no reply so I called the company only to be told I should have checked the pillow upon arrival and I wasn't entitled to a refund or replacement because I didn't contact them within 2 weeks. There were a few emails back and forth. Luke was the guy emailing me, very condescending! I never write bad reviews but I believe I was unfairly treated. I paid big money for a pillow, a product. The company admitted it was their fault that I got the wrong size but apparantly cannot find the complaint I made with 2 weeks, how convenient.

I visited Richard after some stiffness in my neck and shoulders and it was an immediate help. He…read moregave me a few stretches and exercises that I could do on my own to help the issue. Very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Would highly recommend.

First time at a reformer class & didn't know what to expect. Viv was very informative &…read moreprofessional, taking the time to engage & make sure my form was correct. As a beginner I would definitely recommend attending Viv's class as she is incredible at what she does & makes the class enjoyable while ensuring a good workout. I was sceptical if it would be for me due to injuries but with the right coaching I didn't have any issues. I will definitely be a regular & I am looking forward to my next class. Thanks Viv

Ok so I've been looking for a yoga studio that I REALLY like in Dublin for quite some time. They're…read morealways either too smelly or too regimented or too fake or have terrible schedules or not enough choice. Enter the Elbow Room. It's not quuiite five star (purely because the classes don't fit exactly to my schedule, so I'd prefer if there were a few more to choose from), but it's very nearly there. Firstly, it's in a very old building that's been renovated nicely, in that bit of Dublin that's kinda Smithfield, kinda Stoneybatter. There's something about the approach to the building that instills a calm in me already - there's nothing more off-putting than trying to get your zen on in a community hall or office block. The calm continues inside with nice homely decor, and an overriding sense of tranquility (candles and insence are great aren't they!) Then there is the range of classes available. Everything from Vinyasa Flow to Hatha, Ashtanga and Hot Yoga. As I said, it would be great if they had a choice of one of these per day - they are spread out over the week - so this won't be the studio for you if you want to do only one type per day. There is also a free vege lunch if you attend one of the day time classes. The classes that I've been to so far have generally had about 15 people in them, so it's never been too crowded. I've also not had a teacher that I haven't rated highly. This is all after just a few weeks in this spot, so come back for the re-review in a few months time, but for now, I'm zenned up like a *&*%^!

This review is for the Emergency Department in particular…read more I gotta say I'm impressed. I went in through main reception and they pleasantly directed me to the right area. Once in the hospital part, everyone was lovely. When I reached the ER, it was calm quiet and only 2 other people were there waiting. My details were taken, a wrist band was placed on me and I waited on a chair for all of 4 minutes. I was then seen by a nurse who took all the particulars of the problem, asked me a whole lot of questions. She took my temp, not with any old archaic mechanism..she waved what I can only assume is a tricorder in front of my forehead!! She then took me to a room with a bed and fancy machines. This was no trolly with a curtain. A full fledged bed (very comfy as well) in a proper room with walls and a sliding frosted glass door. (open and closed by hand motions..I felt I was on the USS Enterprise!) I was given a nice soft cotton gown, fairly decent for a hospital gown and was told they were going to give me an ECG. The nurse arrived about 10 mins later and he was absolutely lovely. Did the ECG, then went saying someone would come for bloods shorty. About 10 mins later, yes, the nurse arrived to take blood. She kept me chatting and although she had some difficulty in getting anything from me (I'm hard to get blood from) I'm delighted to report that I've barely a mark from it. My GP usually makes a balls of it and I have bruises everywhere from it. The ECG guy arrived back a few minutes later to take me to xray. Again, very pleasant chap. The xray person was so nice as well. Back in my room, I waited maybe 20 minutes for the Dr. He came in, seen me, and said as long as my bloods came back OK I could go home. 10 minutes later the results were in and I could go. From the time I walked in the door, until I walked out: 2 hours. Can you imagine if I'd have gone elsewhere? A few years back I was sent to ER elsewhere by a Dr, I had to wait 4 hours just to get a nurse to speak with me. Then another 2 hours for the Dr to see me. I used to work in a hospital for a bit, the number of people waiting over 2 days to be tested and seen by a Dr was frightening. I know people sneer at the cost, and its a shame they have a review of 1 star because of their parking charges, but what value do you put on your health? I know people who spend more on dinner and drinks than a visit here costs. Everyone has their priorities, mine is this. Ireland has created this 2 tier system, thankfully I have the capacity to pay. For full disclosure, I paid 140 euros to attend and the ECG, X-rays and full bloodwork came to 240. 380 in total. Totally worth every penny. If I needed to, I'd take a out loan to go again if I had to.

I attended the Blackrock Dental Clinic as my previous Dentist is now part of the practice. The…read moreDental clinic is located on the second floor, suite 14. Very bright, relaxing atmosphere and they certainly help nervous patients. Pricing is roughly on a par with other dental practices so there doesn't appear to be a private blackrock premium added on top. Parking (Paid @ 3.20 per hour) is however a pain so it makes sense to get an early appointment to avoid the traffic and get a parking space.