Fellowship in Sports Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (FSPR-London)
The Fellowship in Sports Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (FSPR) is a 6-month postgraduate-level fellowship aimed at preparing physiotherapists to work with athletes and active populations by enhancing their skills in assessment, management, injury prevention, rehabilitation and performance optimisation.
Who can join physiotherapists: (BPT/MPT) with clinical experience
Mode: Combination of online learning + face-to-face workshops//practical sessions.
While specific module names can vary by institute, core areas generally include:
Foundational Knowledge-
Sports physiotherapy principles & scope
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Biomechanics, movement analysis, and functional anatomy
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Exercise physiology and conditioning
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Musculoskeletal assessment of sports injuries (spine, extremities)
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Special tests and diagnostic reasoning
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Biomechanical evaluation & movement screening
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Injury prevention strategies
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Strengthening & conditioning protocols
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Return-to-play rehabilitation planning
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Manual therapy (e.g., mobilisation with movement, soft tissue work)
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Muscle Energy Technique, myofascial release, sports massage
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Sports taping and adjunct therapies (e.g., dry needling)
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Sports psychology principles for rehabilitation
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Sports nutrition for performance and recovery
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Leadership and team support skills in athletic settings
CPD (Continuing Professional Development) 250
Duration: 6 months course period is standard for FSPR programmes.
Learning Hours: structured contact hours 250 hours of seminars, guided and self-study, plus workshops).
Sample Certificate
The FSPR fellowship focuses on developing high-level specialist competencies:
Clinical Competence-
Thorough ability to assess and treat sports-related injuries in both field and clinical environments.
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Enhanced decision-making and triage skills during sports events.
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Design and implement sport-specific rehabilitation programmes.
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Apply evidence-based manual and therapeutic approaches.
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Conduct pre-season screening and load management for individuals/teams.
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Understand conditioning strategies that minimise reinjury risk.
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Strengthen organizational and leadership abilities for clinical roles or team support roles.
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Preparedness to work with sports teams, clinics, academies, or performance centres.
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