Clothing for physiotherapists and trainers
Short answer: Physiotherapists and trainers move all day, demonstrate exercises, support clients and switch between treatment rooms and the gym floor. Clothing with free movement that absorbs sweat and looks tidy works best.
A working day in motion
A physiotherapist or trainer rarely stands still. You demonstrate exercises, crouch down, lift a client's leg, walk alongside on the treadmill and clear away weights. Between clients there are notes to write at the computer. The body is active most of the day, and you sweat more than in many other jobs. At the same time you need to look tidy in front of clients, so the clothing has to work as both training gear and workwear.
Shorts with room to move
Shorts are practical on the gym floor and in warm treatment rooms. They should allow free movement in the hips when you crouch or demonstrate a lunge, and they must not ride up. Bamboo shorts for men are soft and light and can be worn both during working hours and afterwards. Choose a length that feels appropriate when you stand next to a client on the treatment couch.
A layer under the shorts
Under loose shorts, close fitting inner shorts give support and stop the thighs rubbing together. They also keep the shorts in place when you move a lot. Bamboo inner shorts are smooth and take moisture away from the skin, so they feel less clammy after a long day of many exercises. They also work under loose training trousers on cooler days.
Socks for a day on the floor
Many physiotherapists wear trainers all day, and some work in socks on mats. The feet get warm and damp, and a sock that absorbs moisture and stays put without slipping makes the day more comfortable. Browse all bamboo socks for men for short and mid length models that suit training shoes well.
The upper body and moving between rooms
Gym floors are often cool, while treatment rooms can be warm. A breathable T shirt or polo with a light layer to pull over covers most situations. Many clinics have a set work top with a logo, and a thin inner layer underneath can take the sweat. Keep a spare T shirt in your bag for days with many classes, so you can change in the middle of the day.
Washing training clothes
Clothing used for physical work needs washing often. Wash shorts, inner shorts and socks at 40 degrees, ideally inside out. Avoid fabric softener, which coats the fibres and makes them worse at absorbing moisture. Dry the clothes on a rack, so the elastic lasts longer. If you develop pain in your back, knees or shoulders from the work yourself, talk to your doctor.
Frequently asked questions
What matters in shorts for physiotherapy
Free movement in the hips, a length that feels appropriate and a cut that does not ride up.
Why wear inner shorts under loose shorts
They give support, prevent the thighs rubbing and keep the shorts in place.
How often should you change your T shirt
On days with many classes, changing at midday is a good idea.
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