Strength and Conditioning in Physiotherapy
Published: 15 January 2025
Strength and Conditioning in Physiotherapy
There are several challenges faced by physiotherapists when helping people recover from injury. From restoring mobility and function in the body to managing pain and avoiding overload.
At The Physio Clinic Glasgow our physiotherapists experts in bespoke exercise prescription whether your goals are to recover from injury, improve strength and power or to perform better in sport.
Importance of S+C In Physiotherapy
It goes without saying that physios should know about strength and conditioning. Traditional physiotherapy is often viewed as using low level exercise to address pain or stiffness, or improve range of motion and balance.
BUT modern clinical practice does not simply involve assisting people to rehabilitate. Physiotherapists should also consider themselves strength and conditioning coaches. That is, we should be involved in training people to squat and deadlift, or to apply the principles of progressive overload to improve performance or reduce risk of injury. Not simply prescribing 3 sets of gentle stretches each day.
Physiotherapists should provide bespoke exercise programmes centred around a person's needs. Whether that involve power training to improve strength/ maintain strength, or endurance training to avoid athletes fatiguing during sport.
For best practice, progress must be tracked. Otherwise, how can we measure the effects of training? Outcome measures such as hop tests, dynamometer testing and Y-balance tests are just some of the barrage of assessment tools we may utilise to monitor progress and identify strength imbalances.
Nuance in Strength and Conditioning
At The Physio Clinic Glasgow we are experts in creating bespoke exercise programmes i.e a training regimen specific to your needs. We look at your lifestyle and help fit training around you whether that be five sessions per week, or one.
We can provide strength training programmes, plyometrics training programmes or running plans that are appropriate for your ability and goals. We prioritise teaching training principles/ parameters to maximise performances gain and keep you informed.
Finding adequate training stimulus while avoiding an excessive training load can be challenging. Our staff can teach you how to optimise your training and conditioning to avoid burnout and maintain your health and well-being.
Want to work with The Physio Clinic Glasgow?
Whether you need assistance with the rehabilitation of low back pain, or you require a conditioning programme for athletic performance we have got you covered.
Our efficient, simple approach to strength and conditioning is suitable for novice weight lifters through to elite athletes. We offer 1 to 1 personal training sessions or strength training and conditioning programming.
You can book a Physio Assessment or enquire at info@thephysioclinicglasgow.com.
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