What is a Sports Therapist?

The Society of Sports Therapists defines Sports Therapy as:

“Sports Therapy is an aspect of healthcare that is specifically concerned with the prevention of injury and the rehabilitation of the patient back to optimum levels of functional, occupational and sports specific fitness, regardless of age and ability.”

A Sports Therapist uses principles of Sport and Exercise Science to facilitate physiological processes that promote healing and prepare the individual for training, competition and general life.

Why Choose a Sports Therapist over a Physiotherapist?

If you are dealing with a specific illness or disease, a Physiotherapist may be a better option for you. This is because they have an in-depth knowledge in neurological and respiratory diseases.

A Sports Therapist is trained to focus on musculoskeletal treatment and rehabilitation. For this reason, they can be a better option when dealing with injury and rehab.

Although there are differences between the two professions, there are also similarities. Some of the shared areas of expertise include massage, mobilisations and biomechanics analysis.

A Sports Therapist has the knowledge and expertise to prevent injuries, recognise and assess injuries, manage, treat and refer those who are injured, curate rehab programmes for individuals and educate their clients along the way.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to get in contact.