7 sports where physiotherapy is a must

Playing sport is one of the best ways to get some all important exercise into our busy schedules. On top of this there's the social and mental benefits. An important aspect of many sports is taking care of your body to minimise the risk of injury and ensure your technique isn't damaging your body. Here's 7 sports where physiotherapy is important.

1. Rugby

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Rugby isa fast paced, highly physical game which requires body contact and fast paced running. As many as 1 in 4 rugby players will be injured during the season.

2. Rock Climbing

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Rock Climbing requires a huge amount of overall fitness. The most common injuries however, occur in the fingers due to the huge amount of force required to lift your body.

3. Soccer

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Soccer requires a lot of running for long periods of time. With so much focus on footwork, its unsurprising that the most common injuries in this sport affect the legs and ankles.

4. Running

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Physiotherapy is important for runners, whether they're new to the sport or a seasoned marathoner as it can help with injuries and technique.

5. Weight Lifting

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Weight lifting can cause injuries in almost every part of your body, depending on the exercise. Once again, physio is important for injuries and technique.

6. Snow Sports

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Its crucial to complete an exercise routine before heading to the snow. The most common injuries occur in the knees, so it's important to strengthen the muscles around the knees as much as possible.

7. AFL

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AFL is one of Australia's most popular sports. It's faced paced, intense and involves high levels of body contact. The professional teams each have their own physiotherapy staff.