The mission was entrusted to Sieco Medical Architecture , an architectural firm specializing in healthcare spaces, with the challenge of creating an environment that not only meets the technical requirements of medical staff, but also promotes the well-being, comfort, and performance of athletes.

The decision to build a physiotherapy clinic was based on three main objectives:

1. Improve player care and medical follow-up , ensuring that each player has appropriate treatment and prevention plans within an environment equipped with cutting-edge technology.
2. Reduce the incidence and recurrence of injuries through an interdisciplinary approach involving the medical team, coaches, and the athletes themselves.
3. Prompt attention to the season’s demand, as basketball is a sport that features back- to -back games, and with this space, players can undergo a recovery process as well as special preparation for the next day’s game.
4. Consolidate a sports health infrastructure as an integral part of the team complex , generating a replicable model at the municipal or regional level.

The project strengthens the link between architecture and medicine, demonstrating that a well-thought-out design can have a direct impact on the recovery and well-being of patients, especially athletes who depend on their bodies to perform at their peak.

In this case, the space had to respond to a very specific profile: high-performance athletes, young people, with intense routines, short recovery times, and constant competitive pressure.

From the initial stages of the project, Sieco Medical Architecture worked closely with the team’s physical therapist, management, and trainers to identify the team’s real day-to-day needs. This collaboration allowed them to define not only the essential spaces but also how they should be structured to support the different stages of the therapeutic process: from the initial evaluation to the gradual return to activity.

Some key decisions of user-centered design were:

• Clear zoning: The space is zoned for cold water tubs, an area for various exercises such as TRX, weights, speed, a treadmill and bicycle area, and cubicles for rehabilitation massage and stimulation with equipment.
• Flexibility of use : The space is designed with mobile or adaptable furniture, allowing it to be quickly adjusted to different techniques or patient groups.

The physical therapy clinic represents a strategic investment in the team’s health and performance. A significant reduction in injury rates is expected, as well as improved recovery times thanks to more immediate, comprehensive, and personalized treatment. Furthermore, the infrastructure allows for periodic preventive assessments, which facilitates more precise physical planning.

This project demonstrates how medical architecture can effectively adapt to the sports environment, creating spaces that not only meet technical criteria but also enhance athletes’ health, motivation, and sense of belonging. Collaboration between healthcare, sports, and architectural professionals was key to conceiving a functional, humane, and replicable clinic, designed not only to treat injuries but also to care for the body as a tool for high performance.