Lynsey McGovern Bsc. (Physio), Chartered Physiotherapist & Managing Director or Archview Clinic

Lynsey graduated from University College Dublin in 2002. After graduating, Lynsey spent two years working in the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dun Laoghaire where she gained valuable experience in dealing with acute and chronic neurological and musculoskeletal injuries. In 2004 she ventured into the world of private practice. Here she gained experience in treating a wide range of conditions including back and neck pain, sports injuries, desk-work related injuries and headaches.  Lynsey has furthered her training in various manual therapy courses focusing on the spine such as the McKenzie method, dry needling, orthotic prescription and clinical pilates. From 2004-2006 she worked for Athletics Ireland covering games throughout Europe and Ireland for the Irish Junior and Senior Athletics Team. Lynsey was the Chief Physiotherapist for the Irish Ladies Women’s Tennis Open in 2005. In 2008 she opened Archview Physiotherapy Pain and Sports Injury Clinic in Dublin. Over the few years the clinic has grown to a team of chartered physiotherapists, physical therapists, sports therapists, massage therapists, clinical Pilates instructors and personal trainers who treat patients with varying levels of sporting, musculoskeletal injuries and neurological complaints. Lynsey has a passion for dealing with complicated myofascial problems which can be associated with most musculoskeletal and neuromuscular injuries. Lynsey wrote an article on myofascial pain (muscle pain) and dry needling which was published in the Chronic Pain Association of Ireland newsletter in 2009. She has a very keen interest in treating headaches and migraines, back and neck pain, shoulder injuries, hip and knee pain, sporting injuries, repetitive strains, arthritic conditions, foot problems and neurological injuries e.g stroke.

Lynsey was a committee member for the Chartered Physiotherapists in private practise (CPPP) within the ISCP from 2012-2013 and also a member of the Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Sports Partnership committee from 2014-2019. She was dedicated as a healthcare professional in helping to gain protection of the titles ‘Physiotherapy’ and ‘Physical Therapy’ in Ireland, which are now both protected titles and regulated under the newly established CORU board. Lynsey divides her time between treating patients, managing Archview Physiotherapy and providing training programmes for junior and student physiotherapists.

Lynsey is a member of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapist, the Chartered Physiotherapists in Private Practice and is also CORU regulated.

To book an appointment with Lynsey, please call 014913228 or book online via our website.

Dalton Sierra, Chartered Physiotherapist, CORU Reg No: PT039549

Dalton is a CORU registered Chartered Physiotherapist. He graduated from the University of Tampa in Allied Health (Physical Therapy) in 2017. He then pursued a Professional Master’s degree in Physiotherapy at University College, Dublin. Over the last few years, Dalton has gained a wealth of experience in complicated musculoskeletal pain and injuries. He has experience working with many American Football clubs.

He has a particular interest in knee injuries and painful knee conditions. In his earlier years, he sustained multiple knee injuries while playing collegiate Lacrosse whereby he had to undergo three intensive surgeries. He combines his own experience as a patient and practitioner and he is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for every patient, using an evidence-based approach.

Over the last few years, Dalton was leading a high-performance rehabilitation clinic, before joining the Archview team. Dalton is passionate about professional development and has completed extensive post graduate training.

Dalton is a manual therapist who is qualified in the areas of dry needling, strength and conditioning, personal training, orthotic prescription, and is also a Mat Pilates instructor.

His clinical  interest areas are chronic muscle and joint pain, back and neck pain, sports injuries, complicated knee conditions and injuries, myofascial pain disorders and foot bio-mechanics and insole prescriptions.

To book an appointment with Dalton, please call 014913228 or book online via our website. Dalton is available Monday to Friday.

Edwina Lynn, Chartered Physiotherapist, CORU Reg No: PT037471

Edwina graduated from the University of East Anglia in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiotherapy. Since then she has worked in a number of locations including Ireland, the UK, Indonesia and Switzerland working both within the public and the private sector.  Edwina was working full-time in a private practice over the last three years in the UK before returning home to Ireland to join the Archview physiotherapy team in June 2020.

Edwina has a keen interest in sports injuries having experience working with a variety of sports people from elite competitive skiers in Switzerland to recreational surfers in Indonesia. Edwina has particular interest in shoulder, hip and groin related pain and injuries and has completed additional post graduate training in these areas. Edwina has a clinical interest also in the treatment of headaches and migraine cases.

Edwina is also very interested in postural related pain, desk ergonomics, chronic neck and back problems, joint and muscle dysfunctions. Edwina has years of manual therapy experience in private practice and is a strong advocate for the use of dry needling therapy for the treatment of chronic pain and stiffness. Edwina is a also a trained Pilates instructor.

Edwina is a member of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapist, the Chartered Physiotherapists in Private Practice and is also CORU regulated.

If you would like to book an appointment with Edwina, please call 014913228 or book online via our website.

Javier Fdez de Valderrama, Sports Therapist, IMTA Reg No: 2460, ANMT Reg No: 07683

Javier is one of the newest members of the Archview clinic team. He is working as a Sports Therapist, as he is in the process of having his qualification recognised in Ireland. He is a Spanish physiotherapist with more than 4 years experience in musculoskeletal pathologies.  Javier has a master’s degree in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and treatment of chronic pain. He has special interest in chronic pain, back, neck, headaches, and jaw problems.

He has worked in several private clinics dealing with all types of trauma and sports injuries. He is very interested in TMJ issues.

He is an expert in therapeutic sports massage, manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and dry needling. He also believes that educating patients regarding their injuries is one of the most important things for patients to understand their problems and get involved in their recovery. He believes that the combination of manual therapy, exercise and education are the perfect combination for recovery.

To book a massage or sports therapy assessment / treatment with Javier, please call 014913228 or book online via our website. Javier is available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Christoper Downey, Sports Therapist, IMTA Reg No: 2133

Christopher Downey graduated from Portobello Institute in July 2020 with a Bachelor of Science degree (hons) in Sports Therapy. Christopher is member of both the Massage Therapy Association and Society of Sports Therapists. Christopher has a vast amount of experience working with athletes through many different sports  such as Rugby, Hurling, GAA Football and Triathlon.

Christopher has treated a large range of patients with issues ranging from postural dysfunction to sporting injuries. Christopher uses a variety of techniques to ensure his patients reach satisfying results. Christopher is also a trained dry needling practitioner.

To book a massage or sports therapy assessment/treatment with Christopher, please call 014913228 or book online via our website. Christopher is available Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.

Toni Teggin, Physical Therapist, CORU Reg No: PT028042 & Clinical Manager of Archview Clinic. 

Toni joined the team in 2015 working for Archview Physiotherapy as one of our leading Physical Therapists. Toni graduated from UCD in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Management and In 2013, she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Health Science from the Institute of Physical Therapy and Applied Science (IPTAS). She has a keen interest in injury prevention and rehabilitation, sports injuries, postural dysfunction and headaches, back and neck pain and chronic muscle tightness. She understands that muscle flexibility and conditioning are key to preventing injuries and pain.

Prior to graduating as a Physical Therapist, Toni worked in the fitness industry with over 10 years experience helping clients from a range of backgrounds. She brings this knowledge of exercise rehabilitation and training to her work in the clinic. In addition to her Physical Therapy sessions Toni also offers Dry Needling, Massage Therapy, Pilates and Personal Training sessions as well as 0-5km training.

Toni’s sporting background in athletics, swimming, camogie and kayaking has instilled a love of sports and staying active.

If you would like to book an appointment with Toni, please call 014913228 or book online via our website.

Danielle Moran, Chartered Physiotherapist, CORU Reg No: PT36804

Danielle graduated from Trinity College Dublin in 2013 with a B.Sc(Hons) in Physiotherapy. Since then her Physiotherapy career has taken her on an exciting adventure around the world. Danielle initially worked in a public hospital in Singapore, gaining a breadth of experience in Orthopaedics, Neurology and Cardiopulmonary. Danielle then progressed to specialise in Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. This has taken her to work in the French alps with snow sport injuries and most recently to the U.S. and Canada to work with acrobatic artists as a Physiotherapist with Cirque Du Soleil.

Danielle has worked extensively with a variety of sports such as rugby, gaelic, soccer and dragon boat teams. Her highlight has been the opportunity to work as the Team Physiotherapist for the Singapore National Women’s Rugby team.

Danielle has continued her postgraduate development with courses in dry needling, manual therapy and Women’s Health. Danielle is a qualified Stott Pilates and YTT-200 Yoga teacher and loves to use these forms of movement for both her clients and herself.

Along with sports injuries, Danielle has a keen interest in ergonomic assessment and biomechanical analysis. Her passion lies in addressing the root of her client’s problem and using her skills to create lasting change.

If you would like to book an appointment with Danielle, please call 014913228 or book online via our website.

Elizabeth Donlon, Chartered Physiotherapist, CORU Reg No: PT050009