Links

We have provided a list of links to resources and organisations that you may find useful:

Resources

Tax Relief on Medical Expenses:

Tax relief can be claimed on certain medical expenses where prescribed by a practitioner. Pre 2009 tax relief can be claimed at the higher rate of tax, but since 2009 tax relief can be only claimed at the standard rate.  You cannot claim for any amount that will or has been reimbursed by a health insurer or has or will be the subject of a compensation payment. To claim tax relief fill out a Med 1 form, available from the Revenue. If you are bad at doing these things or would rather have some one else to do if for you, Lynwood Resources, an Accounting firm are now offering this as one of their services.  To find out more contact them here

Arthritis:

An informative website from Arthritis Ireland with good information on the types of Arthritis, advice and fact sheets on living with Arthritis, and guidelines on medications or treatments that can help. http://www.arthritisireland.ie/index.php

Stretching through Yoga:

Yoga is a great way to stretch out muscles that are tight and to increase your overall flexibity. This site provides yoga podcasts 20-30mins long which target specific conditions e.g. headaches, or sport groups e.g. runners, rock climbers etc. Well worth a visit: http://www.yogamazing.com/

Links to organisations

• Irish Association of Physical Therapists
• VHI
• Quinn Healthcare
• Aviva Health
• Cycling Ireland
• Triathlon Irealand
• Irish Cycling news site
• Piranha Triathlon Club
• T3Tri Club
• Irish Mountain Running Association (IMRA)
• Run Ireland.com a great site for running articles and entering races