A physiotherapist trains for 3 or 4 years covering anatomy, physiology, physics and pathology, which obviously includes maths, physics, chemistry and most certainly human biology. The job of the physio maybe to promote healing of the injury, and this is usually by means of physical exercise. This is not to become aerobically fit but the exercises are designed to strengthen the tendons, ligaments, muscles, joints, so they can function properly. I don't think they 'struggle' with these subjects especially if they are sports specific therapists!
Personal trainers do a very indepth course which is specific to the type of work they do. They are not 'all the same'!
Sports physiologists are the guys you need to speak to if you want to go into the maths, physics and chemistry of nutrition and exercise effects on the body.


Quote Originally Posted by christopher leigh View Post
Scania Girl I'm just a taxi driver with no sports qualifications.

I'm not discrediting all physios, just stating a fact that most of them know nothing about worthwhile physical training.In fact nearly every personal trainer is the same.

The reason for this is the need for substantial knowledge in the areas of Maths, Physics, chemistry and human biology.Most people struggle with these subjects, hence they can't apply them to physical training.

The job of a physio is to heal injuries in the best way possible.Once recovered the work of a physio is over.To tell you how to train after isn't really their domain, although they may have a personal interest in sports training.

Regards