The role of Physiotherapy in sport:
Physiotherapy plays an important role in the assessment and treatment of sports
injuries. A Physiotherapist can be usefully employed throughout the season.
Pre-season
During pre-season Physiotherapy is used to screen players for potential weaknesses and
injuries. Baseline measurements of fitness and coordination can be taken so that when a player is injured these can be compared and the player can be returned to sport when he achieves his pre-injury scores.
It is a useful time to sort out that old niggling injury that never quite settles. We know that muscle wasting and poor proprioception leave one susceptible to re-injury. These problems need dedicated rehab to restore their normal function.
Pre-season is a good time to develop good core stability (the deep trunk and shoulder blade muscles that stabilise the body when kicking, throwing and serving etc).
Training
Injuries occur during training for a number of reasons: overtraining, fatigue, insufficient warm-up and accidents. Physiotherapists can assess, treat and rehabilitate injured players.
Pre-match
Taping, massage, soft tissue techniques, manipulation and mobilisations are just a few of the modalities physios administer to prepare players for the match.
During the match
Pitch side first aid is essential. Physios make safe decisions on player's
injuries quickly.
Post-match
The physio is there to deal with any post-match
injuries. The quicker the injury is assessed the sooner the appropriate treatment can be administered and the quicker the player can return to sport.
How can Physio on the River help your team?
Our staff have a wealth of sporting knowledge and expertise. Whether you need pitch side physio cover or are seeking a practice with the experience to deal with your sports related
injuries, we have the skills to help.
If your team needs a dedicated club Physio or you would like us to come and talk on aspects of training for your particular sport, for example, then please contact us.
We also run Pilates classes to help with core stability and can, if requested, tailor these to a particular group.
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