Thurgoona Physiotherapy students have volunteered to treat the injuries of Indigenous children in Sydney.
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Ten students from Charles Sturt University went to the Ross Kelly Cup rugby league tournament last week.
Alyshia Hibbs, in her fourth year, said the day was a learning experience for everyone involved.
“Our role was to provide exercises, do some strengthening, warm-ups, cool-downs and assist with injury management,” she said.
“It was good to learn about Indigenous culture from the boys in a relaxed atmosphere and also teach them about preparing their bodies for sport and the importance of hydration.
“Some of them were from remote communities and don’t have access to physios.”
The trip was organised through the Clontarf Foundation which uses the boys' passion for football to improve school attendance, discipline and life skills.
Four students used the day as practise for an international bike event in Malaysia in October.
