Southampton, sports and return-to-play
Cleared to play means tested to play
Three physiotherapists and a sports rehabilitation assistant working with two sailing clubs and a semi-pro football side across Southampton. Assessment, rehab and a return-to-sport screen before anyone goes back to full training.
Cleared by numbers, not by how it feels
Pain settling is not the same as strength returning. Every return-to-sport decision here is checked against a hop test battery and an isokinetic strength ratio, not just a subjective good day.
On the touchline and on the pontoon
We cover training and matches for Portswood Athletic and provide pitch-side cover for both sailing clubs, so the physio who assesses the injury on Tuesday is usually the one who saw it happen on Saturday.
A programme, not a course of appointments
Injury, rehab and conditioning run as one plan with one file, from the first assessment through to the strength work that stops it happening again.
Craig's return-to-play numbers are the only thing that stops me picking an injured player too early. I have learned not to argue with the hop test.
Danny Osei, Manager, Portswood Athletic FC
Not sure it needs an appointment
A niggle that has lasted more than a week is worth ten minutes on the phone. Early assessment is usually cheaper and quicker than waiting to see if it settles on its own.