Sports Therapist

Background

Sports therapists help athletes and active people recover from injuries and improve their physical performance. They use hands-on techniques like massage, stretching, and exercise programmes to treat muscle and joint problems. They work with people of all ages and abilities, from professional athletes to weekend joggers, in clinics, gyms, hospitals, or sports clubs.

Similar Roles

Physiotherapist

Massage Therapist

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Next Step Roles

Senior Sports Therapist→Sports Medicine Consultant→Clinic Manager→Strength and Conditioning Coach

Publications

Journal of Sports Therapy and RehabilitationSports Therapy Magazine

Books

The Complete Guide to Sports Injury ManagementSports Therapy: AssessmentManagement and Rehabilitation

Movies

The Injury Prevention ClinicAthlete's Journey

Key Figures

Pippa GrangeAndy BarrJacintha CavanaghCryos International Sports Therapy Team

Classification

SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference615.8, 796.06For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

Athletic TherapistSports Injury TherapistSoft Tissue TherapistRehabilitation Specialist

Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026

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