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Clinical Sports physiotherapy practice in India- it’s time to upgrade with technology and evidence based practice

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Author Details : Alagappan*, Jeyakumar , Rajalaxmi

Volume : 6, Issue : 2, Year : 2024

Article Page : 50-54

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.jsas.2024.011

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Abstract

In India, the job of a sports physiotherapist is very demanding because, due to the increased number of injuries in all sports, it is claimed that athletes require complete care to recover and prevent injuries. At present, the general population in India, looking to lead a healthy life, also participates in recreational sports activities. So sports physiotherapy is also recommended for the general population.After finishing their education, physiotherapists play a crucial and essential role in the recovery of sports players. Sports physiotherapists' main duties include handling on-field injuries, preventing injuries, treating injuries in the outpatient setting, helping patients recover from arthroscopic surgery, and travelling with sports teams or individuals for short or infrequently longer contract periods. This article summarize the suggestions and solutions to improve the standards of sports physiotherapy practice in india.

Keywords: Sports physiotherapy, Evidence based practice, India standards, Current trends

How to cite : Alagappan, Jeyakumar, Rajalaxmi, Clinical Sports physiotherapy practice in India- it’s time to upgrade with technology and evidence based practice. IP J Surg Allied Sci 2024;6(2):50-54

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