The Irish Physical Therapy Centre was founded by Leona Bermingham in 2004.
Leona graduated with an honours degree in science and physical therapy. She is a member of Irish Association of Physical Therapists and a member of CORU (Ireland's multi-profession health regulator). In addition to this Leona completed specialised training in older age, pregnancy and paediatric physical therapy. And trained with Later Life UK training (Specialists in providing, evidence based, effective exercise training for health and exercise professionals working with older people, frailer older people and stroke survivors).

She has worked in hospital settings, private practice and pitch-side.

Leona’s experience also lies in the health and fitness area, as a qualified fitness instructor and personal trainer since 2001.

Working with a wide range of conditions, Leona has experience with MS, Stroke, post orthopaedic surgery, spinal disc problems, repetitive strain injuries, foot and gait issues and sports injuries, including the Dublin GAA senior ladies B team. Since graduating Leona regularly attends post graduate courses, such as KinesioTaping, Dry needling, Cryo-Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy and master classes in shoulder, back and knee injuries.

Leona regularly enjoys sports herself, such as triathlons, surfing, horse riding and climbing, while also encouraging her two young children with their GAA training.

All treatments with Leona are individualised. Aiming to identify the cause of the issue, and to manage the problem to enable the client to return to work, sports and activity as soon as possible. Each session includes a comprehensive assessment, examination, hands on treatments (including deep tissue massage, trigger point treatment, dry needling, kinesio-taping, cryonic therapy, infrared, mobilisations, myofascial release techniques and or various soft tissue techniques) and specific therapeutic exercises and patient education