Iarla Byrne

BSc(Hons) MSc MCSP
Chartered Physiotherapist

Alongside his clinical work, Iarla has a strong background in strength and conditioning and CrossFit coaching, having previously worked with rugby teams, athletes and sports organisations both nationally and internationally.

Qualifications

2016 BSc(Hons) Sport & Exercise Science University of Limerick

2019 MSc Physiotherapy Queen Margaret University

Professional Experience

Physis Physiotherapy – 2026 – present

Dec 2025 – Apr 2026, Massage Me, Bourg Saint Maurice
Aug 2022 – Jun 2024, Senior Physiotherapist, Nuffield Health, Edinburgh
Sep 2020 – Aug 2022, Physiotherapist, Bruntsfield Physiotherapy, Edinburgh
Mar 2019 – Jan 2020, Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, AscenJ, London
May 2017 – Sep 2017, Massage Therapist, Athlete’s Angels, Edinburgh
Jan 2017 – May 2017, Personal Trainer / Group Instructor, Fitness Studio EH1, Edinburgh
May 2016 – Aug 2016, CrossFit Coach, CrossFit Metropolis, New York
Jan 2016 – May 2016, CrossFit Coach, CrossFit Limerick
Jun 2016 – Aug 2016 / Mar 2014 – Jun 2014, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Munster Rugby, Limerick & Cork
Jan 2015 – Jun 2015, Strength & Conditioning Coach / Physiotherapist Assistant, Stellenbosch Academy of Sport, South Africa
Sep 2014 – Dec 2014, Strength & Conditioning Coach, University of Limerick Rowing Team
Jul 2014 – Aug 2014, CrossFit Coach, Grassroots CrossFit, San Francisco
Jan 2014 – May 2014, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Castletroy College, Limerick

 

Special Interests

Sports Physiotherapy

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

Crossfit – IRB S&C coach

Hobbies

Outside of work, Iarla competes in CrossFit, enjoys rock climbing, backcountry skiing and mountaineering, Olympic weightlifting, hiking and endurance training, and understands first-hand the importance of staying active and moving well.

Personal statement

Iarla is a Chartered Physiotherapist with extensive experience working across private practice, orthopaedics, sports rehabilitation and musculoskeletal physiotherapy, treating a wide range of conditions, from acute injuries to long-standing chronic pain and post-operative rehabilitation. 
His background includes working with people and athletes of all levels and abilities, understanding their journey and helping them return to sport, exercise and everyday activities with confidence.
 
Alongside his clinical work, Iarla has a strong background in strength and conditioning and CrossFit coaching, having previously worked with rugby teams, athletes and sports organisations both nationally and internationally. This experience shapes his approach to rehabilitation, combining evidence-based physiotherapy with practical, goal-focused exercise prescription.

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