Today is the start of the Commonwealth Games 2014 in Glasgow and one woman has a key role in preparing and treating its athletes.
Physiotherapist Marion Hickey, who works for Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals, has volunteered as one of almost 400 physiotherapists making their marks on the 20th Games, which will see big names such as athlete Mo Farah and diver Tom Daley competing in 17 sports with 70 nations.
She will volunteer her services at Kelvin Groves Lawns, where the bowls centre will host the Lawn Bowls competitions.
She said: “I volunteered because I am passionate about sports physiotherapy, having worked in private practice, NHS and rugby pitchside management. I know it's an area I would like to be involved in. It is also an amazing opportunity and I feel honoured and very grateful.”
Marion, who is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, added: “We play an important role in the prevention and management of injury in sports, and we are key representatives for the promotion of health, fitness and general wellbeing.
“The greatest health legacy of the Games will be: think fit and healthy.”
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