Physiostepbystep - Sports Physical Therapist Stepan Mikoska, Supporting Elite Athletes

Physiostepbystep - Stepan Mikoska

Hello! I'm Stepan Mikoska, a passionate Czech sports physical therapist who has taken an unconventional path in his professional career.

After completing my university studies at the Faculty of Physical Education, I decided to gain practical experience through an internship (Erasmus internship) in Jerez de la Frontera, a city in southwestern Spain.

After the internship, I felt a strong desire to specialize in sports physical therapy, but there were no sports-focused master's programs available in the Czech Republic. That's why I chose to pursue a Master's degree at the University of Granada, where I enrolled in the Master's program in Manual and Invasive Physiotherapy for Pain and Dysfunction.

During my studies in Granada, I acquired extensive knowledge in different areas of sports physiotherapy. I learned manual therapy techniques such as mobilization, manipulation, myofascial techniques, and the fundamentals of osteopathy. I also became familiar with invasive methods such as dry needling, invasive neuromodulation, and electrolysis (EPI), which are widely used in sports physiotherapy. One of the highlights of these techniques is the use of ultrasound imaging. The program also provided me with a solid base in sports readaptation and biomechanics, allowing me to approach my work from a biomechanical perspective.

The application of the EPI (Electrolysis Percutaneous Intratissue) technique with the assistance of ultrasound imaging.

One of the best experiences of my studies was doing an internship at CF Granada, a professional football club. There, I had the opportunity to closely experience interdisciplinary work in sports physiotherapy. I collaborated with physiotherapists, doctors, coaches, and other members of the technical team to care for and enhance the players' health.

After completing my studies, I received an exciting offer to stay in Spain and help establish a new sports clinic in the city centre of Granada. In that role, I had the opportunity to lead a team of sports physiotherapists and apply the techniques and knowledge acquired during my master's degree. It was incredibly rewarding to support athletes and help them improve their performance through a comprehensive biomechanical approach.

Physiotherapy with professional athletes

From February 2022 until the end of 2024, I worked in the marketing team at BTL, where I was responsible for writing articles and producing video content for social media.

This role allowed me to connect my expertise as a sports physiotherapist for athletes. Thanks to my ten-year career in javelin throwing and significant achievements in the sport, I’ve gained a unique understanding of the human body, enabling me to tailor rehabilitation exercises with respect to biomechanics, anatomy, and the athlete’s current condition.

Since January 2025, I’ve been working with sprinter Lurdes Glória Manuel, focusing on performance optimization and injury prevention as part of her athletic training program.

As part of the Physiostepbystep brand project, my goal is to share what sports physiotherapy truly means to me. On the website, you’ll find articles, a range of services, and most importantly, an exercise library that I’ve been building over several years and continue to expand — and now, you have the opportunity to gain lifetime access to it.

I would greatly appreciate your support in my free work on YouTube or Instagram.

Get ready for a wealth of engaging articles and original exercises that focus on various sports, including sports physical therapy, rehabilitation, readaptation, and performance.