They are there for protection, treatment, workups, and as a first line of treatment in an emergency. This year more than at any other time in history, it has been shown that ATs make a difference. They save lives, speed recovery, win super bowls, change protocols and care. They care man!
Tag: athletic training
High Ankle Sprain/Syndesmosis
Classically these are healed and fully recovered in 2 weeks and continue treatment with your sports med. team.
Body Mapping – a New Way of Understanding PAIN
Also, your brain doesn’t entirely trust YOU. Yeah, you’ve made some pretty poor decisions about your body in the past, so sorry buddy, it’s just not ready for a full trust relationship yet.
Different Reactions (need different treatments)
So hang along with me for a story involving plumbing that will miraculously explain the inner workings of the human body better than your 101 physio. class.
Stretching Incorrectly is Silly. The most important self-help article you’ll ever read.
Could you be OVERSTRETCHING? Yeah…not “could you?” You are!
Return to Play Criteria (For Coaches, ATC’s and YOU!)
The athletic trainer (in conjunction with coaches) is best suited to assess the athlete’s day to day recovery and return to play and practice. They can be an active part and watch in real time in real conditions. A doctor in an office, cannot.
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