Who counts as a doctor, physiotherapist or paramedic under PSL rules?
Rule- South Africa
- PSL
- NSL Handbook
- IFAB Laws of the Game
- Sports medicine
- Concussion
- Senior
- 2026/27
- Team doctors
NSL Handbook Rule 14.11.10 defines them narrowly:
| Role | Who qualifies | Registered with |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor | Physicians only | Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) |
| Physiotherapist | Physiotherapists and chiropractors | Physios: HPCSA. Chiropractors: Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa (Allied Health Professions Act 63 of 1982) |
| Paramedic | Paramedics and emergency care practitioners | HPCSA |
All medical personnel must:
- have current registration cards with them at the match
- hold medical indemnity for their role in football or trauma care, and be able to show proof if asked
The home club's team doctor and physiotherapist must also be registered by the club with the League (Rule 14.11.1).
Added 22 Oct 2026