SUPPORT KEY TO RECOVERY FROM INJURY

Open communication, mental strength also crucial in helping athletes overcome trauma

- Melvyn Teoh

Injuries may be part and parcel of an athlete's life, but they can take a huge mental and emotional toll.

Having a strong support group and team to get through these tough times is key, said national foil fencer Amita Berthier, who recently competed at the Paris Olympics and is recovering from a knee injury.

The 23-year-old was speaking on the sidelines of the Singapore Sport and Performance X SingHealth Duke-NUS Sport and Exercise Medicine Conference, which is being held at the Singapore Sports Hub from Nov 6 to 8. Among the topics discussed at the event are managing sports injuries and the role of people in creating high-performance environments.