'Kathy treats the whole person, mind, body and soul. All of this happens in a wonderfully calm, professional, soothing and holistic environment, and imbues a great sense of wellbeing, and being well and truly cared for.' Eithne, Celbridge

'This was hands down the best massage I have ever had! Thank you so much - I didn't realise I needed this so much. I'll be back - and I'll be bringing my husband too.' Karen, Leixlip

'Kathy, you're a miracle worker!' AC, Dublin 15

Hi, I’m Kathy O’Meara, and I have the best job in the world – connecting with people at the deepest level and empowering them to become the best, the healthiest, and the happiest version of themselves. Power Down Therapy is a centre of excellence in the field of clinical and academic expertise combined with compassion, empathy and integrity.

I am a highly experienced and accredited bodywork and sports therapist, Advanced Lymphoedema Therapist, Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) and Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy (DLT) practitioner, reflexologist, yoga teacher, sports therapist and specialist (cancer & cardiac) exercise trainer so you’re in expert, professional hands – literally!

Our bodies are complex organisms, capable of withstanding a high degree of stress, whether through illness, injury, surgery, postural difficulties, trauma, adhesions or emotional issues. This can manifest - sometimes years later - as pain, sleep deprivation and exhaustion, with low mood and energy on the floor.

You are the architect of your own health and wellbeing. You are your own best, priceless investment. We can help, guide and support you on a number of levels with a range of services. From powering down with relaxing reflexology, or healing massage, MLD and breath work; to powering up with therapeutic sports massage, rehabilitation training – all the way to the gym floor or pool for private coaching. Also empowering with professional advice, help, support and a listening ear for deep seated stress-related and emotional issues.

All Power Down treatments are bespoke - addressing the issues presenting in your body, mind and spirit - and often intuitive, drawing on skills developed over many years of practice, hands on experience and intensive study. I am currently studying for a ProfDip in Positive Health with the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI).

The benefits of bodywork treatment are manifest:

• Release of tight muscles, tendons and ligaments.
• Release and opening of lymphatic drainage channels and lymph nodes.
• A well functioning lymphatic system.
• Gut & endocrine reset from toxic overload.
• Release and correction of poor breathing patterns.
• Easing out of pain, fascia tension, inflammation & trigger point buildup.
• Postural improvement.
• Restoration of joint biomechanics.
• Release of stress, and calming a busy and anxious mind.

We work with athletes, pregnant women, people struggling with weight issues, those with chronic conditions, people with profound disabilities (wheelchair accessible), menopausal & perimenopausal women, cancer and cardiac disease sufferers (Level 4), to name a few.

The most common issues we treat include:

• Lymphoedema, Phleboedema, lymphatic swelling, and oedema.
• Lipoedema.
• Post surgical swelling (including cosmetic surgery)
• Shoulder dysfunction such as adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder), tendonitis & bursitis.
• Cervical spine weakness and curvature from poor posture.
• Sinus blockage and congestion.
• Stress-related disorders.
• Neurological and auto immune disorders such as MS and Parkinson’s.
• Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain Syndrome.
• Trauma injuries.
• Hip pain and hip replacement rehabilitation.
• Knee injuries such as ACL / MCL tear and knee replacement rehab.
• Postural related dysfunction.
• Repetitive strain injury (RSI).
• Tennis and golfer's elbow.
• Back and neck pain.
• Bells Palsy.
• Sciatica.
• Plantar fasciitis
• Gluteal tendinopathy.
• Muscle damage or wastage.

Thanks to specialist Level 4 training in cardiac and cancer protocols Kathy offers 1:1 exercise training to those recovering from a cardiac incident and those on any stage of their cancer journey. Both groups benefit exponentially from safe, expert guidance back to fitness.

Kathy works with people with Lymphoedema, Lipodema, Sinus complaints and pre and post operatively (including cosmetic surgery) to reduce edema and lymphatic build up through specialised Manual Lymph Drainage, Vodder Method (MLD), Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy (DLT) and bandaging, exercise and nutrition guidance and breath therapy.

Kathy also works online by appointment. Fully GDPR compliant.

' I have decades of experience helping people to reach their full potential. Read what clients have to say here.'