McGowan Physio

09/04/2026

Check out Niamh’s video for the campaign here!

08/04/2026

Great experience being part of this initiative by the ISCP!

16/01/2026

01/01/2026

2026 is here and we’d like to say thank you for choosing McGowan Physio.

We’re truly grateful for the trust you place in our team and feel privileged to support you on your journey toward better movement and health.

We hope you enjoyed the holiday season and wish you a New Year filled with love, happiness and good health.

Thank you for being part of the McGowan Physio family; Here’s to a fantastic year ahead 🤍

07/11/2025

If you are a physio keen to learn and want to be a part of our team please send us your cv: info@mcgowanphysio.com

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated physiotherapist who is keen to specialise in the management of Hypermobility, PoTS and in Scoliosis. If the individual has other areas they wish to specialise in, that meet the ethos of our clinic, we are open to discussion.

This is a part-time role for a Physiotherapist, located in Dublin with the possibility to build to a full time caseload. The Physiotherapist will conduct thorough assessments, develop and implement individualized treatment programs, and provide education on conditions like scoliosis, hypermobility, and PoTS. The role includes working closely with patients and their families, monitoring progress, and adapting treatments as needed to achieve optimal health outcomes.

07/11/2025

We are hosting BSPTS Level 1 in 2026! March 6,7,8 and 20, 21, 22!

We are delighted to announce that Gari from BSPTS will be coming to Ireland to teach Rigo Concept level 1 scoliosis course. Niamh McGowan, Emma Crawford and Roisin Egan will also be teaching over the course of the 6 days.

Spaces are limited on the course so book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Please note: to be able to take part in the course an online pre-requisite course is mandatory! Please follow this link to register for the pre-requisite online course:
https://bspts.net/courses/base-level-scoliosis-english/

You can register for the Scoliosis L1 Course here: https://bspts.net/courses/level-1-may-21-26-2024-dublin-ireland/

If you have any questions get in touch with us at info@mcgowanphysio.com

29/10/2025

In this short video Niamh takes us through the basics of how the Rigo concept works.

The Rigo Concept is a team approach to the conservative management of scoliosis.
The goal of the treatment is to achieve the best possible 3D global alignment for each individual.
Depending on the size of the curve and the stage of development many will also use a Rigo brace.
Niamh explains the classification system and how it is used to decide on exercise and brace prescription. By the end of the video you will see the impact the treatment has had on the four individuals who have, to date, successfully avoided surgery.

The Rigo concept can also be used in surgical cases. Even in those cases we know will progress to the surgical threshold the use of the Rigo Brace and the Physio Scoliosis Specific Exercise (PSSE) can improve the global alignment, best prepare the body for the surgical changes and reduce the rate of the curve progression.

A huge thank you to our patient models who have kindly consented to the use of the images for our educational purposes.

29/10/2025

In this short video Niamh takes us through the basics of how the Rigo concept works.

The Rigo Concept is a team approach to the conservative management of scoliosis.
The goal of the treatment is to achieve the best possible 3D global alignment for each individual.
Depending on the size of the curve and the stage of development many will also use a Rigo brace.
Niamh explains the classification system and how it is used to decide on exercise and brace prescription. By the end of the video you will see the impact the treatment has had on the four individuals who have, to date, successfully avoided surgery.

The Rigo concept can also be used in surgical cases. Even in those cases we know will progress to the surgical threshold the use of the Rigo Brace and the Physio Scoliosis Specific Exercise (PSSE) can improve the global alignment, best prepare the body for the surgical changes and reduce the rate of the curve progression.

A huge thank you to our patient models who have kindly consented to the use of the images for our educational purposes.

14/08/2025

Next Scoliosis education session is now open for bookings!

Niamh will be hosting an education session for any health care professional who is keen to learn more about scoliosis.

The course outline includes:
-How to assess, screen and identify scoliosis
-What to watch out for and red flags in assessment
-What to do; management plans for scoliosis
-Treatment options for scoliosis
-Case studies
-Practical demonstration

Date: 23rd Sept 2025
(9:30am to 1:30pm)
Location: McGowan Physio
Unit F7, Nutgrove Office Park
Dublin 14

Email to sign up: info@mcgowanphysio.com
Or sign up online on our website: www.mcgowanphysio.com

Niamh will also be hosting the same education session in Kilkenny Physiotherapy & Sport Injury Clinic. Details as below:

Date: 1st Oct from 10am to 2pm
Location: Kilkenny Physiotherapy & Sport Injury
Email to sign up: kilkennyphysio@gmail.com

30/06/2025

Mini Scoli Camp (12th August 2025)

This year we will be hosting a scoliosis camp for teens with Adolescent idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS). The day will involve the expertise of a number of scoliosis experts as well as our fantastic young advocates.

The day will include Physio Scoliosis Specific Exercise, education, S&C, Pilates and fun! There will be lots of Q&A and a chance to meet other young people who have gone through and who are going through a similar journey. We will also have a space for parents/ guardians to meet and chat if they would like it.

Spaces are very limited so please get in touch ASAP to book.

30/06/2025

Meet Aoife, 17
Our Advocate

When were you diagnosed with scoliosis?
“I was diagnosed in 2020 when I visited my GP after complaining about back pain to my physio. My GP referred me to Pat Kiely who I seen in January 2021.”

What treatment did you undergone for your scoliosis?
“Under the Scoliosis Academy I did scroth physio with Niamh. This helped with the pain in my back.
I had surgery in August of 2021. The physio I did with Niamh greatly helped with my recovery.”

Why did you want to become a Scoliosis Advocate?
“I wanted to offer help to others in their scoliosis journey. Since my spinal fusion, I have since had additional surgeries to my knee but Niamh has helped me throughout my journey. ”

Something I thought I couldn’t do because of my scoliosis — but I absolutely can:
“I have discovered that I am able to ride rollercoasters which was something that I asked my surgeon about before and after surgery.”

29/06/2025

The Inaugural Irish Scoliosis Meeting!

Huge thanks to Mr Darren Lui for getting us all together. As June is Scoliosis Awareness Month Mr Lui invited a group of Physios and Orthotists who specialise in scoliosis to meet. We spent Friday afternoon getting to know each other better and sharing case studies and our learning.

Niamh presented two case studies. One on Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) and Physio Scoliosis Specific Exercise (PSSE) and one on PSSE and Bracing. Our scoliosis specialist Physio Shane was also in attendance as well as our scoliosis specialist pilates teacher Daniella.

Hopefully this will inspire more team working and collaboration in the future for the care of people with scoliosis.

Thanks also to Johnson and Johnson for hosting us. Looking forward to the next one already!