WHAT IS THE ROLE OF A SPORTS THERAPIST?
The scope of work is varied & it is valuable for the public to have easy access to a sports massage practitioner. Most Chiropractors, Osteopaths & Physiotherapists rarely have time to offer full massage work, most injuries seen by the medical profession benefit greatly once the acute nature of the injury has been assesed & treated. Rehabilitation & preventative care take over. Relieves stress & tension throughout the body Identifies potential problems early on, before a minor oveuse injury develops into more serious problems Provides integrated treatment with other therapists (physio,doctor) Can give basic advice on training, stretching, self-help or indicate when changes of routine are required to prevent or enhance the problem via client’s own coach, personal trainer ect if outside the scope of practitioner. Detects postural defects developing causing compensatory or referred pain occurring eg.
