My name is Darren Worsfold.
I am a qualified Sports Therapist, and a full member of the Society of Sports Therapists (MSST). I work as part of a team in a physiotherapy centre and I also run two clinics of my own, where I manage and treat musculoskeletal injuries.
For as many years as I can remember, I have been involved in the sport of gymnastics. My greatest achievements were in tumbling. I was selected to represent Great Britain on several occasions, competing at National and International competitions and winning medals at the British championships. I am a High Performance Tumbling Coach and I have been coaching for 15 years. I coach all levels from recreational to those that have been selected as members of the National Squad. I regularly attend National training as a coach and Sports Therapist and carry out treatments when needed.
As is common in sport, I sustained minor injuries throughout my long career within gymnastics. Pre-habilitation played a large part for me, general maintenance, treatments and sports massage helped to identify potential problems early, I believe it helped me avoid major injury. I also started to understand the benefits and importance of rehabilitation after an injury.
The want to know more about injuries inspired my interest in a career in Sports Therapy. I can relate to how frustrating it can be, not being able to give it your all in training or at competition.
I enjoy working with people involved in all different types of sport, at all ages, levels of ability and disabilities. Using my combined knowledge and experience as a Sports Therapist and Coach, I produce tailored treatment plans, and personal pre-habilitation/rehabilitation programs for my patient’s individual needs to help them get back to their sport or occupation fast!
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