About Us

Rachel Neary

Rachel completed her BSc Physiotherapy degree in University College Dublin (UCD) with first-class honours. She has since completed an MSc in Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy through UCD specialising in the management of musculoskeletal disorders.

While studying in UCD, Rachel received two academic scholarships: The UCD Stage 3 Physiotherapy Scholarship and The Dr Henry Hutchinson Stewart Medal and Scholarship in Physiotherapy. Rachel has completed post-graduate training in Pilates (STOTT), Western Medical Acupuncture (British Medical Acupuncture Society) and biomechanic/orthotic prescription.

Rachel has worked solely in a private practice setting which has allowed her gain a vast level of experience in treating a wide range of musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions, as well as teaching small group/individual Pilates sessions. Rachel has also worked in acute sports settings with Summerhill GFC, Irish Hockey U16, U17 and U18’s, Leinster Hockey U16 and U18’s and Munster Hockey U16’s.

Persistent or chronic pain is a special area of interest for Rachel, having conducted both undergraduate and postgraduate research investigating combined physiotherapy and psychology approaches in the management of chronic pain. Rachel has presented this at both the Irish Pain Society and the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists Annual Conferences. The research has also been published twice in recent years.

Rachel enjoys playing hockey, running and hiking in her free-time.

Marcela Mulcahy

Marcela is a Physiotherapist, Pilates & Yoga instructor with diverse physiotherapy experience over the past 30 years.

Marcela gained her Physiotherapy degree from the Czech Republic in 1994, has a Yoga teaching qualification from YMCA in Canada and a Pilates Instructor qualification from UCD. Over the years she has worked primarily in private clinics treating clients with varying musculoskeletal & neurological conditions in various locations across the world. In her free time, Marcela enjoys being active & walking her dog.

Martina Cloonan

Having earned her degree from Trinity College Dublin in 1986, Martina has extensive clinical experience across Ireland and the US and she offers a comprehensive approach to rehabilitation.

Martina has completed specialized post-graduate training in orthopaedics, sports injuries, dry needling and work hardening. Her expertise in sports medicine is well-recognized; she has provided flexibility testing for elite athletes and travelled internationally as the physiotherapist for the Irish Davis Cup Tennis Team. After founding and managing Southside Physiotherapy Clinic for 32 years, she has now joined Rachel Neary Physiotherapy in Deansgrange

Today, she integrates this high-level experience into her practice, specializing in neck and back care including sports injuries, to help patients achieve optimal recovery. Martina has a particular interest in chronic pain.

Martina walks, plays tennis, golf and travels in her spare time.