There’s a sharp decline in the number of physiotherapists and medics offering their services to our national rugby game.
Historically medical professionals have offered their services free of charge, but the rising workloads and rates of burnout have seen volunteers drop off.
Physiotherapy NZ President, Kirsten Davie, told Tim Dower that there’s nothing in the tank for volunteer work.
She said that while ACC does fund injuries, it’s only once the injury is registered.
Since the injuries occur and begin to be treated during the game by physiotherapists waiting on the sideline, the funding stream isn’t there in the initial stages.
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