RAF PTI- Exercise Rehabilitation Instructor( ERI)
Exercise Rehabilitation Instructors( ERIs) play a key role in helping injured service personnel recover and return to full fitness. This is a rewarding specialisation for those passionate about health, exercise, and supporting others.
As an ERI, you will work within Defence Medical Services as part of a multi-disciplinary healthcare team, alongside physiotherapists and doctors. Your role is to assess physical capability and deliver individualised, Exercise-based rehabilitation programmes following injury or illness.
You will design and supervise structured training programmes, monitor progress, and adjust activity as recovery develops. This includes strength and conditioning, mobility, and cardiovascular training, as well as educating personnel on injury prevention and long-term health.
ERIs also provide motivation and reassurance during challenging periods of recovery. Your expertise and support will make a real difference to both physical performance and confidence, helping personnel return safely and effectively to their role.
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