Sports Life Work HQ
Sports Life Work HQ is a dynamic hub designed to support the holistic development of athletes and professionals alike.
It focuses on creating a balanced approach to high-performance living, where sports and personal well-being intersect. The SLW wellness programmes are tailored for those who strive for peak performance on and off the field.
Experts in Rehabilitation & Sports Therapy
Rutherglen, Glasgow, UK
What We Do
At Sports Life Work we provide treatments for everyone from elite athletes to office workers and fun runners.
Our aim is to help all of our clients keep moving and able to do the things they want, whether that’s at work, in day-to-day life, or in their chosen sport. We always work towards getting our clients fully functioning.
Whether you’re suffering from repetitive strain injury caused by working at a computer, been on the receiving end of a crunching tackle, popped your achilles tendon or are recovering from surgery, we’ve got a therapy or treatment for you.
We can even help you avoid injury. If you’re in training, preparing for an event or just want to reduce the chance of hurting your body, we offer pre-habilitation treatments and training schedule reviews.
If you’ve taken a bad knock or got a persistent niggle, our injury assessment service will check you over fully, and our rehabilitation treatments and sports massage will help you recover and get back to active living.
Injury Assessment + Treatments
Our clients often tell us about their injury immediately, but for us, it’s important to see the whole picture - the cause might not be what you think. To help us work out what treatment will be best for your needs, our injury assessment sessions aim to find out what’s going on in your life or your sport.
In these sessions we offer a whole body assessment and ask lots of questions. Everything from how you walk to your current state of mind can tell us a lot about how to get you moving properly again.
• Massage - we offer different massage techniques according to your injury, and provide both sports and lymphatic drainage massage
• Exercise planning - we’ll work with you to design an exercise routine to support your recovery, and we’ll review your progress regularly
• Strapping and taping - we use zinc oxide, kinesio and compression taping to aid participation, performance and recovery. Taping can be used to protect the joints, limit movement or support the muscles to work better or allow for relative resting whilst still keeping you moving
Sports Massage
Our sports massage is carefully designed to provide long-lasting therapeutic benefits that continue well beyond the session. Drawing on years of expertise, our specialised massage techniques focus on loosening tight muscles, easing tension, and addressing persistent knots and niggles that can build up over time. We don’t just aim for immediate relief; our approach ensures improved flexibility and muscle health, leaving your body feeling refreshed and ready for optimal performance.
We utilise sports massage not only as a means to aid recovery after training or competition but also as a preventative measure. By treating minor muscular issues and areas of tightness early on, we can prevent them from developing into more serious problems. This proactive approach helps to maintain muscle health, improve circulation, and enhance overall mobility, allowing you to remain at the top of your game, whether you're preparing for an event or simply looking to stay in peak physical condition.
Injury Prevention
With our injury prevention sessions (a series of 1 hour assessments and treatments), we take a big picture approach, which is particularly for elite or high performance sportspeople, or those who do sport regularly.
As well as assessing your whole body we’ll want to know what might be causing wee niggles - it might be something as simple as a new mattress or a change in routine.
We’ll work through a series of exercises with you watching how you move and behave, applying a bio-mechanical analysis to make recommendations for change and to help prevent injury.
Express Rehab
Express Rehab provides priority access to our state-of-the-art injury clinic for all members and users of SLW gym facilities. Whether you're recovering from an injury, looking to prevent one, or simply in need of expert treatment to address specific concerns, we’ve got you covered.
Our experienced team of sport therapists and rehabilitation specialists work closely with you to develop personalised treatment plans tailored to your unique needs.
For rehabilitation, we focus on a comprehensive approach that not only speeds up recovery but ensures long-term strength and flexibility to help prevent re-injury. In addition to rehab services, we also offer prehabilitation (prehab) sessions designed to reduce the risk of injury before it happens by targeting potential weak points, improving mobility, and optimising your physical condition.
Our injury treatments include everything from acute care to ongoing therapy for chronic conditions, ensuring you receive the support you need at every stage. With Express Rehab, you can trust that you’ll receive prompt, top-tier care that gets you back to your best as quickly and safely as possible.
Biomechanics & Orthotics
We have recently undergone specialised training on the Sensor Medica Freemed Platform, an advanced system for non-invasive foot examinations. This technology uses data from thousands of next-generation pressure sensors to provide a highly accurate analysis of plantar pressure distribution and posture.
The Freemed Platform is ideal for both static and dynamic pressure measurements, enabling detailed evaluations of the foot during standing and walking. It also includes body stability scans, essential for identifying imbalances that could lead to discomfort or injury.
This reliable tool supports orthopedic examinations and provides comprehensive foot and gait analysis, guiding treatment and improving overall foot health and posture.
Patient Resources
Get access to our extensive patient resources, designed to assist you in identifying the underlying causes of your aches and pains and explore a wide range of available treatment options.
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Here's Why Over 10,000 People Choose Sports Life Work
Specialised Expertise: Our clinic offers specialised care from highly-trained
sports therapist in various fields like sports rehab and chronic pain management.
Comprehensive Approach: We provide holistic treatment plans combining manual therapy, exercises, and cutting-edge technology for a well-rounded approach.
Cutting-Edge Facilities: Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and advanced equipment to support patients' recovery.
Proven Track Record: Our clinic's reputation is built on successful patient outcomes and positive feedback, fostering a supportive environment for rehabilitation.
From Consultation to Treatment
What to Expect at Your First Sports Therapist Visit
We're excited to see you at your appointment! We want to make sure you feel comfortable and well-informed, so don't hesitate to ask us any questions about our treatments, our clinic, or even our payment options. Our goal is to help you get back to living your life free of pain, so let's work together to make that happen!
Discuss your fitness and health goals
Complete assessment
Discover your options
Start a custom treatment plan
Where To Find Sports Life Work
If you have any questions before scheduling an appointment or for general inquiries, please use the contact us button below. Our team will promptly reach out to assist you.
Opening Hours
Monday: 9.30am - 4pm
Tuesday: 9.30am - 4pm
Wednesday: 7am-4.30pm & 6pm-9pm
Thursday: 9.30am-4.30pm & 6pm-9pm
Friday: 10am - 4pm
Saturday: 9am - 1pm
Sunday: Closed
