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An APA Sports Physiotherapist is a highly qualified professional with expert knowledge and skills in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of sports injuries. In addition they are experts in movement analysis and exercise prescription.

 

APA Sports Physios have completed at least four years of university studies and has a comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, crisis management, assessment & treatment of joint & muscle conditions. In addition, an APA Sports Physio has undertaken further studies specifically in the management of sports injuries.

 

The title serves as the professional mark of specialisation and distinction for physios practising in the field of sports physiotherapy, and is awarded only to those physios who have satisfied the stringent selection criteria.