Athletic Therapy from a Fully Trained & Insured Therapist

What is Athletic Therapy?

Athletic Therapy, also referred to as Athletic Rehabilitation Therapy, is a specialized healthcare profession dedicated to the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions related to physical activity. Athletic Therapists assist individuals who have sustained injuries from sports, workplace incidents, or everyday activities.

These professionals employ a holistic approach to care, utilizing a variety of techniques such as manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, modalities, and supportive methods like taping and bracing. They are skilled in providing immediate emergency care both on the field and in clinical settings and in developing personalized treatment plans to promote recovery and restore function. Irish colleges offer programs that equip students with the expertise to prevent, assess, treat, and rehabilitate injuries associated with physical activity. These courses include hands-on placements and offer comprehensive theoretical knowledge of the human body.

In Ireland, those who attain professional or postgraduate qualifications in Athletic Therapy are commonly known as Certified Athletic Therapists (CATs).

With your Athletic Therapist

Diagnosis

Your Athletic Therapist will assess your movement from lying to standing. They may also run tests to get a sense of what is happening. Your Athletic Therapist will explain the findings of your assessment to you and answer any questions you have. You will leave with a set of clear instructions and a firm understanding of your injury, feeling prepared and more comfortable.

Your Care Plan

After your session, your Athletic Therapist will provide you with a link to access your digital Exercise Programme, available in PDF format or via an app called Physiapp. This will have both guidelines and an exercise schedule so that you are confident and prepared moving forward.

Timeline

Your Athletic Therapist will outline a timeline for your recovery, including an estimated number of sessions and therapies.  There is never one straight path for an injury to heal, but you will be given instructions on what to do and what not to do, so that you feel capable of achieving your goals and returning to play as quickly as possible.