Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
As the only sports therapist at the club, I had key pre, during and post game responsibilities. This included: Pre Game: Delivering sports massage and soft tissue therapy to aid in warm up, mobility and injury prevention. Applying taping and strapping techniques to assist joints and reduce risk of injuries. Assisting in Dynamic warm up routines. In Game: Provided pitchside immediate care and first response to injuries during matches. Conducted on-field assessments and advised on return-to-play decisions. Maintained and managed a fully stocked first aid and treatment kit. Supported coaching staff in real-time fitness/injury decisions. Post Game: Performed initial injury assessments and provided short-term treatment protocols (e.g., RICE, taping). Advised players on rehab plans and recovery strategies tailored to their specific injuries. Referred players to appropriate professionals for further treatment when necessary.