Mission Statement
Physio Central is committed to providing a quality service that places the client at its core. We endeavour to achieve optimum client outcomes and service provision through implementation of individualised therapy plans based on current national and international evidence based best practice.
Colin Brennan - MISCP, MCSP
Colin is a County Offaly native and a graduate of the U.K’s Teesside University. Having completed a Bsc (Hons) in Physiotherapy Colin also holds a National Cert in Applied Physiology and Health Science.
Having worked in a range of clinical settings in the North East of England Colin returned home to Ireland and undertook to work in the private sector prior to establishing Physio Central.
Being an active and keen sportsman Colin has been involved in the physiotherapy management of a range of clubs over the last number of years. ‘After having suffered numerous injuries while playing G.A.A. and other sports it helps to know what sports people go through and the frustration borne from injury of any kind’.
In addition to sports people, the clientele which Colin now treats varies from sports injuries and occupational injuries to orthopaedics and back pain. The great professional links which have seen Colin establish Physio Central together with in depth knowledge of injury and a commitment to work always within the scope of current best practice ensure clients of all levels benefit from clear guidance and re assurance on the rehabilitation journey.
Cathal Egan - MISCP
Cathal is a County Leitrim native and a graduate of the University of Teesside having completed a BSc Physiotherapy (Hons). He also holds a National Cert in Health Science and Physiology from IT Carlow.
Cathal has worked in a range of clinical settings both in the UK and Ireland prior to joining us at Physio Central. Having completed training with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute, he is an experienced Clinical Pilates Instructor, running regular classes throughout the week and incorporating the Pilates philosophy into his treatment.
With a long line of sporting accomplishments to his name over the years (including representing County at minor and U-21 level, All-Ireland ‘A’ Junior and Senior Volleyball Titles), Cathal has a keen interest in sporting injuries and sporting biomechanics, drawing on experience working alongside runners, cyclists, golfers, rugby players, footballers and swimmers to name a few.
Having experience working in specialised areas such as stroke rehab, orthopaedics, and hand therapy, Cathal has much to offer our diverse range of patients with an up-to-date knowledge base and a continuously developing professional practice.
Aisling Fox - Massage Therapist
Aisling is a Tullamore native and graduated from Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands & Midwest with a BSc (Hons) in Athletic & Rehabilitation Therapy.
She has worked as an Athletic Therapist in a range of sports including Gaelic Football, Hurling & Rugby. Her most prominent success in her career to date has been with the Offaly U20 Footballers in 2021.
Aisling is an active and keen sports person with most of her work to date being with sports teams.
Catherine Scully - MISCP
Catherine Scully is a Chartered Physiotherapist and a highly experienced clinician in the specialised fields of vestibular and post-concussion rehabilitation. She has completed advanced training in vestibular rehabilitation and regularly attends conferences and seminars related to vestibular dysfunction. She developed a special interest in vestibular rehabilitation and has also worked with many adults and children experiencing persistent symptoms post-concussion including disruption to performance of work, school, and life roles. Vestibular Rehabilitation is a very successful, evidence-based program that involves manoeuvres, tailored, progressive exercises and education to decrease dizziness, vertigo and motion sensitivity and improve balance and improve balance and overall quality of life.
Catherine previously held the position of Senior Physiotherapist in the HSE. She gained valuable experience in neurology and musculoskeletal physiotherapy while working in Florida and Louisiana following graduation from UCD with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy.
Catherine is delighted to have the opportunity to now open a vestibular rehabilitation Clinic in Tullamore at the fantastic, reputable location that is Midlands Consultants Clinic. She can be reached at 086 244 0083 for all enquiries.
