Alleviating neck and shoulder pain by professional manipulation and acupuncture

Thu, Oct 13, 2016

Neck and shoulder pains are common complaints. Some people experience only neck pain or only shoulder pain, while others experience pain in both areas. Other associated symptoms can be headaches, numbness, tingling, poor sleep patterns, or more severe symptoms such as anxiety or depression. Symptoms vary from person to person. While some lead relatively normal lives, others are unable to work and limited in their capabilities, which can particularly disrupt their quality of life.

Neck pain can be caused by spinal problems. Muscular tightness in both the neck and upper back, pinching of the nerves emanating from the cervical vertebare, or cervical joint disruption can create pain. It may arise due to car accidents, such as whiplash, sporting events, and day to day minor injuries. Neck pain may also arise from many other physical and emotional health problems. The shoulder joint is susceptible to injury. While underlying causes such as frozen shoulder remain unclear, shoulder pain can stem from different causes such as occupational overexertion and overuse, pinched nerves, degeneration, and injury.

Arrive, park, and explore at the Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown

Thu, Oct 13, 2016

The bustling four star Carlton Hotel, Blanchardstown, Dublin, is a luxurious, contemporary, lively, hub with 155 beautifully appointed bedrooms and impressive conference and banqueting facilities.

Enjoy a one night trip from Shannon to visit Santa in Lapland

Thu, Oct 13, 2016

Sunway has announced its new flight from Shannon to Lapland this winter. This one night Santa’s Sleepover trip departing December 13 is a holiday of a lifetime not to be missed.

Enjoy a fairytale world of snow covered forests and the opportunity to meet Santa himself, which is what makes a holiday to Lapland the perfect choice. Lapland has the last remaining expanse of wilderness in northern Europe, including the coastline, forests, mountains, and unspoilt rivers, and in winter this becomes a wonderland of snow where you can experience the fun of snow mobiling, toboggans, and sleigh rides.

Order your new sofa for Christmas at Home Gallery Interiors

Thu, Oct 13, 2016

It's that time of year again, and with only 11 weeks to get ready for Christmas now is the time to order your new, comfortable, chair or sofa from Home Gallery Interiors in Newtownsmith.

Quality Irish furniture at An Siopa Troscan

Thu, Oct 13, 2016

See the full range of quality Irish manufactured suites at An Siopa Troscan in Moycullen, where all suites can be made to order. The full range of styles covers everything from contemporary to traditional.

Absolutely everything reduced this weekend in the EZ Living Octoberfest sale

Thu, Oct 13, 2016

The annual Octoberfest event kicks off at EZ Living Furniture, Galway, this weekend, with massive reductions of up to 60 per cent off everything in store. This much-anticipated annual sale will give customers the opportunity to spruce up their homes for a fraction of the cost, without compromising on quality. Now that autumn has arrived, it is time to cuddle up with a cosy new armchair, invest in a high-quality mattress for a better night’s sleep, and add a soft glow to your home with stunning gold candle holders and lanterns.

Mícheál Walsh, patriot

Thu, Oct 13, 2016

Mícheál Walsh was a native of Headford who bought the Old Malt pub and grocery in High Street c1906. He was a Republican and a member of the Urban Council. He once proposed at a meeting that the idea of toll booths, of collecting tolls from people bringing goods into the city, should be extended to include the docks in order that they might levy any ships coming in to the docks, including Navy vessels. This was too much for his fellow (Unionist) councillor Joe Young, who protested, “Sure if that was the way, no British naval vessel would ever come in to the docks.” “I rest my case,” said Mr Walsh.

Waiting at Tiffany’s on Broadway

Thu, Oct 13, 2016

In the Diary of September 22 I asked whether the ‘gallant and humane’ Captain John Wilson of the The Minnie Schiffer, who miraculously snatched from certain death 591 passengers and crew from the burning PS Connaught, ever received the ‘elegant service of plate’ especially commissioned for him from the prestigious Tiffany and Co of Broadway, New York. The plate was paid for by the merchants of New York and Boston ‘in appreciation of his gallant conduct at sea’ on that fateful evening October 8 1860.

The Minnie Schiffer was a small brig, returning from the south of France with a cargo of fruit and wine. About 100 miles out of Boston she came across the drifting PS Connaught practically blazing from head to stern. Its passengers and crew faced a certain and terrible death. The burning ship was too hot and dangerous to set alongside. Instead ‘in a space of about eight hours during the increasing murk of a stormy October evening - and all accomplished without loss of life, despite the hundreds of persons involved, many of whom must have been stressed, disorientated and terrified’, Capt Wilson ferried the despairing people across to his brig, in life boats.

The Saturday market

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

The following observations of a Galway Saturday 100 years ago were made in a book entitled The Charm of Ireland by Burton E Stevenson which was published in 1915.

Galway’s two Michelin Star restaurants retain their awards in latest guide

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Galway's Michelin Star restaurants — Loam, located just off Eyre Square, and Aniar on Lower Dominick Street — have retained their Michelin Star status in the new Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2017 published this week.

Loam is a restaurant and wine bar that serves simple and seasonal dishes with produce supplied by local farmers. Aniar serves contemporary Irish dishes inspired by the west of Ireland. These two inclusions in the guide bring to 10 the total number of Michelin star restaurants in the Republic of Ireland.

Great food and fun events at 56 Central this winter

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

56 Central has long been the home to good quality food and drinks in Galway city centre, and this winter the chefs are working hard to provide you with not only good quality but also at good prices.

New autumn menu at Seven

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

While many crimes against food are committed by pubs claiming the title of 'gastro', it is safe to say that Seven is not counted among them. It has earned its spot on the 'great places to lunch' list through consistently good food, inventive menus, and friendly staff.

Corporate hampers now available at Taste of France

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Taste of France is a unique French shop, located in Cross Street Lower, 30 metres from Shop Street in the heart of Galway city. Owned and run by Thierry and Catherine Schreiber, natives of France, this store offers a wide range of products produced by well known French suppliers from all over France known for their made-in-France tradition from areas such as Provence, Drome, and Basque country.

Huge four day clearance sale at G Furniture and Carpets

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

G Furniture and Carpets on the Tuam road in Galway is holding a mega four day clearance sale starting next Thursday October 13 with huge savings across all departments.

Beautiful array of quality Irish furniture and accessories at Siopa Troscán

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Located in An Fuaran, Moycullen, An Siopa Troscán stocks everything from bigger pieces such as three piece suites, beds, and sideboards, to smaller items such as lockers, pictures, lamps, and mirrors.

Sleep tips for shift workers

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Aim to have at least four hours sleep at the same time every night/morning (eg, 3am to 7am). This seems to help keep your sleep clock regular.

Fix your metabolism and lose two stone before Christmas

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Your metabolism is by far the most critical and powerful key to weight loss. It is with you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The potential for calorie burn and weight loss is huge. It even controls the results from your diet and exercise. By combining a great metabolism with balanced food and exercise, System 10 brings you the best weight loss plan of all.

Sixteen things you need to know about Skin-Dex weight loss treatment

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

1. Skin-Dex is a non-invasive liposuction procedure, meaning no scars, no pain and no recovery time.

Top class food and accommodation at Hotel Meyrick

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

The Hotel Meyrick is without doubt one of the classiest venues in Galway. On walking through the door you are greeted by a roaring fire in the lobby, and the place simply exhudes serenity.

Galway course to prepare people for careers in the travel industry

Thu, Oct 06, 2016

Do you fancy a career in the travel industry? A new evening course set to run in Galway from November could be just the stepping stone for you.

Running one evening a week for 12 weeks, the travel agency service skills course will be hosted by Corrib Travel in association with the Portobello Institute. The course is designed for people who want to be a travel agent or pursue a career in the travel industry.

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