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ABOUT SETANTA
Setanta Performance Physiotherapy was set up by Brian O’Leary (BA, MSc, PgCert, CSP, HCPC) to bring his experience in elite sport to the general public.
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​Brian is currently the Head of Medical at Harlequins Rugby and was previously the First Team Physiotherapist for Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League. Prior to that he worked with the Fiji Rugby team at the Rugby World Cup in France 2023, helping them to a record-equalling quarter final place. Brian has close to 15 seasons working in professional rugby union helping athletes recover from injuries and surgeries and guiding them to maximise their rehabilitation and return to sport.
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With university qualifications in Psychology, Physiotherapy, Sports and Exercise Medicine and Nutrition alongside being the Head of Performance at London Irish rugby club in the Gallagher Premiership for 9 years gives Brian a unique set of skills and experience to help you achieve your goal.
Hands on experience in returning athletes to the very top of their profession
OUR SERVICES
Performance Physiotherapy
Brian is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists and is registered with the Healthcare Professional Council. Setanta Performance Physiotherapy combines a hands-on therapeutic approach alongside the benefits of exercise to help reduce pain and restore function.
PERFORMANCE SERVICES
Have you a goal that you are struggling with?
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Setanta Performance Physiotherapy can help you achieve it, bringing years of experience in helping elite athletes achieve their sporting and performance goals to each assessment, whether you want to lose weight, get stronger, run faster, cycle longer or simply stay injury free.
“I worked with Brian for a number of years while at London Irish, his knowledge and expertise kept me on the pitch as much as possible, but when needed the rehab process was measured and thorough. He gave me confidence to return to the pitch better than before.”
Tom Pearson
(Northampton Saints and England Rugby Player)