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“Make a Difference in the World of Sports - Become a Sports Physiotherapist and Help Athletes
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Are you a sports enthusiast? Do you enjoy sports? Are you interested in making a career in addressing sports-
related injuries and challenges? Then it is a good idea to consider a career in sports physiotherapy.
Sports physiotherapy is one of the sub-specialties within physiotherapy that focuses on diagnosing, treating,
and preventing injuries associated with sports and exercise. Sports physical therapists use various strategies
and tactics to help athletes perform better, lower their risk of injury, and recover from injuries. Sports
physiotherapists help players reach their maximum potential while reducing the risk of injury and
guaranteeing a safe return to sport.
They accomplish this through manual treatment, exercise prescription, biomechanical analysis, and
education. Sports physiotherapists are vital in injury prevention, injury management, and rehabilitation.
Hello Readers!
We bring to you another edition of The Educafe Times where
we talk about one of the most sought out career opportunities
- Sports Physiotherapy. Here we discuss the scope of the
career, the challenges and the skills sets required.
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Sports Physiotherapy-Where Science Meets
Sports !
Prescribing Success: Somya Rout
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There are two ways to pursue this fascinating career:
Complete and clear your 12 standard (50%) with Physics,
Chemistry, and Biology as your combination
Do your Bachelor's in Physiotherapy [BPT]. You can appear for the
NEET exam. However, that is not compulsory.
Some private or autonomous colleges/universities also conduct
their own entrance examinations. You should have completed your
Bachelor's Degree from a reputed university/college
You can proceed to complete a Masters in Sports Physiotherapy
The first way is to:
Once you have your degree in physiotherapy, you can work in sport injury
clinics, professional and budding sports teams, clubs, health, and fitness
centers, rehabilitation center, and sports and leisure clubs. Some
physiotherapists also work as teachers, coaches, and personal trainers.
A Sports Physiotherapist's salary typically starts from 3 Lakhs per annum
onwards depending on experience, location, and the level of sports work
done.
Sounds interesting, right!
Now let’s discuss its pros and cons
Working with athletes and physically active people is rewarding and fulfilling
If you are working for a national and international sports team, you get the
opportunity to travel
Since the field is constantly evolving, there is constant learning and professional
development
It can be quite physically demanding since it requires you to work long hours
It can be emotionally challenging, especially while dealing with injuries that may
end an athlete's career or limit their future opportunities
A high level of competition for sports physiotherapy jobs
Pros:
Cons
The Second way is to:
Complete and clear your 12 standard (50%) with Physics, Chemistry,
and Biology as your combination.
Complete a Diploma in Physiotherapy
Do a PG Diploma in Physiotherapy
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Prescribing Success
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In conversation with Somya Rout
In 2019, STAIRS Physiotherapy and Fitness Studio was established by
Somya Rout in Bangalore. Somya Rout, the co-founder, is a Sports
Physiotherapist, Strength and Conditioning Coach.
He holds a Bachelor's degree in physiotherapy and a Postgraduate
Certificate in Clinical Research. He also has a Fellowship in Sports Science
(Apollo Hospital), a Certification in Asian Football Sports Physiotherapy
(ASPETAR, Qatar), and a Certificate in Manual Therapy (MTFI) from
the European Union. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Trainer
(Exercise and Sport Sciences International Consultancy) he is also a
member of the Indian Association of Physiotherapists.
Work Experience
His experiences include working with the Ranji Cricket Team and Academy, the U19 and U17 Indian
football teams, the Vietnam Tennis Open, and the Sports Authority of Gujarat.
A few snippets of an interview with him:
What motivated you to become a Physiotherapist?
Growing up, I was passionate about sports and joined a cricket club. As a result of a few injuries, I had to
stop playing sports during that time. When I was watching a cricket match, a player got injured, so the physio
rushed to help him so he could return to play. Having been encouraged and inspired, I began my journey
toward becoming a physiotherapist.
What are some of the challenges and rewarding parts of becoming a physiotherapist?
In hospitals, physiotherapists face several challenges, including a lack of awareness and education concerning
the role of a physiotherapist, professional development, and non-standardization of the pay scale, lack of
proper formation of boards and councils, and low pay rates.
The best thing that ever happened in my life, is that I am proud to be a Physio, I can help athletes and clients
return to sports and achieve their goals, I can empower people through movement, exercise therapy, and
manual therapy, but most importantly I get to travel, learn, and represent Team India in Asian Football
Championships.
You should have passed the Class 12 Examinations (Science) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology., and
must achieve at least 50% in all three subjects.
After Class XII, NEET and CET are the most popular yet most challenging entrance exams for
physiotherapists. Some Universities and Institutes also conduct their own private entrance exams.
After appearing for the entrance examinations, ensure you meet the minimum mark requirements for
admission to a decent physiotherapy school. The average expected NEET score is 300-400 out of 720.
Study for a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy: As per your score, find relevant and recognized
physiotherapy colleges that offer physiotherapy.
After completion, you can do a Master in Physiotherapy (2 years) in a specialty of your choice (ortho, sports,
neuro, pediatric, cardiorespiratory, community-based rehab.
Could you please list out the steps to choose physiotherapy as a career?
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Physiotherapy helps to restore movement and function when someone is affected by injury,
illness, or disability. It can also help to reduce your risk of injury in the future. It requires a lot
of determination to create an impact in society. I would urge all students to take the initiative
to bring more awareness regarding the human body and encourage movement as healing.
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Contact: Somya Rout
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Career Queries
by : Dr. Sudha Bhogle
Which course is the best? Biotechnology or
Nanotechnology?
Biotechnology is a branch of Biology that deals with
using technology to create products for living
organisms/cells. Some of the work of Biotechnology
include Cloning, Plasmid, Antibiotic resistance gene,
Vectors etc. Nanotechnology is a branch of Science
that uses technology/engineering for working on
atoms and molecules at the nanoscale.
Nanotechnology application is used in every field, for
example Medicine, Food technology, Environmental
Science.
Bionanotechnology is an amalgamation of knowledge
and technology from both these branches. The focus
is on utilizing biotechnology to solve engineering
challenges and upgrade technology.
Both have a very good scope if utilized properly. Your
interest/passion and end goal would determine your
choice of career and subsequent career path.
Take The Quiz
1) Which of the following is a hormone
that regulates sleep-wake cycles in
humans?
A) Melatonin B) Testosterone
C) Estrogen D) Adrenalin
2) Which of the following is not a
programming language?
A) Python B) Ruby
C) HTML D) SQL
3)What is the capital city of Australia?
A) Sydney B) Melbourne
C) Brisbane D) Canberra
4) What is the largest organ in the
human body?
A) Liver B) Heart
C) Skin D) Lungs
5) Which of the following is not a type
of rock?
A) Igneous B) Metamorphic
C) Sedimentary D) Viscous
6) Which of the following is not a major
global currency?
A) US Dollar B) Euro
C) Yen D) Rupee
7) Which country is both a continent
and a country?
A) United States B) Canada
C) Australia D) New Zealand
Answers, 1) A , 2)C, 3) D 4) C , 5) D, 6) D,
7) C
Any suggestions for students?
Would you recommend this career to students? If yes, why; if no, why not?
I would encourage more students to take up Physiotherapy as their
profession since there is a need to help and support a large population. The
scope of Physiotherapy has been increasing as active lifestyle has become a
priority.
I would encourage more girls to take up physiotherapy as Pre and Postnatal
rehab are crucial to women's health during and after pregnancy. There is a
great demand of female Physios for the women's Sports teams across the
globe.
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I have finished my 10th (SSLC). I am interested in aeronautics and mechanical
engineering field and my ultimate goal is the same. So I have chosen PCME. Is this
the right option or should I select diploma? I have heard that doing PUC I & II
adds more value than Diploma.
I am glad that you are clear about your goal of choosing a career in aeronautics. The
field of aeronautical engineering is extremely challenging and there are lots of
opportunities to excel. With the skies opening up and an urgent need to develop
safer, technologically advanced and more economical airplanes, the scope for
aeronautical engineering is high.
Whether Diploma or BE is the better option would depend on the type of career/job
you seek in this area. If you want to go far ahead in this field, and especially if you
want to work in R&D, then you would need to do your MTech in this area. For this a
B.E. is better than a Diploma. To get a seat in engineering (BE) it is essential that you
choose PCM at the PUC level and therefore you have made the correct choice. Some
colleges in Bangalore do offer a B.E. in aeronautical engineering. Otherwise, you can
do a B.E. in a related field and then an MTech in this specialization.
The Indian Institute of Science in Bangalore offers an MTech in Aeronautics.
Bachelor degree holders in Engineering/Technology or equivalent are eligible to
apply for admission. However you should qualify in the Graduate Aptitude Test in
Engineering (GATE) For further details, please refer their website -
http://www.aero.iisc.ernet.in/elgibilty.aspx
The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) at Powai, Chennai and Kanpur also offer
MTech in aerospace engineering or related fields. Admission will be through a valid
GATE score in the relevant paper. Further details can be obtained from their
websites
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