perceived role of the strength and conditioning coach in athlete rehabilitation

Strength and conditioning (S&C) coaches may collaborate with physiotherapists in athlete rehabilitation, but their role has not been documented. Therefore, this study aimed to clarify through the perspectives of S&C coaches. The researchers conducted semi-structured interviews New Zealand four five coaches, including one who had previously a physiotherapist. Thematic analysis identified 13 themes analysed categories: current (teamwork rehabilitation team, level involvement, physical roles), proposed variables (rehabilitation team structure, governance, relationships athlete), significance (positive negative). Currently, most have small providing performance training at end rehabilitation. Participants thought they should be involved earlier, poor communication collaboration health professionals reduce role. They that somewhat following professional’s diagnosis, increasing involvement as function improves physiotherapist’s decreases. agreed flexible account for each clinical context.