There are 22 million sporting injuries per year in the UK sustained by 13.4 million individuals (Barclays Spaces for Sports survey, August 2005).
If you are one of those 13.4 million people and are looking for expert help to aid your recovery, take a look at the links below to find specialists in your local area.
Chiropractors
Chiropractic is a complementary and alternative health care profession with the purpose of diagnosing and treating mechanical disorders of the spine and musculoskeletal system with the intention of affecting the nervous system and improving health.
See list of Chiropractors across the country
Osteopaths
An osteopath is a practitioner of osteopathy which emphasises the importance of the musculoskeletal system on general health.
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Physiotherapists
Physiotherapy is the provision of services to develop, maintain and restore maximum movement and functional ability throughout the lifespan. It includes the provision of services in circumstances where movement and function are threatened by the process of ageing or that of injury or disease. The method of physical therapy sees full and functional movement as at the heart of what it means to be healthy.
See list of Physiotherapists across the country
Podiatrists
Podiatry is a field of healthcare primarily devoted to the study and treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and sometimes knee, leg and hip.
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Acupuncturists
Acupuncture is a technique of inserting and manipulating needles into points on the body. According to acupunctural teachings this will restore health and well-being, and is particularly good at treating pain.
See list of Acupuncturists across the country
Sports Therapists
Sports Therapists work with athletes to help rehabilitate them and prevent further injuries.