COVID-19 Return To Play Guidelines for Athletic Trainers

COVID-19 Return to Play Guidelines The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in the postponement or cancellation of sports and athletics across the world. As we enter 6 months since the beginning of the first outbreaks, some professional sports are starting to return with strict protocols to prevent COVID-19 infections among players and staff. The NBA and… Continue reading COVID-19 Return To Play Guidelines for Athletic Trainers

COVID19 and Athletic Trainers

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How do we return to play after COVID-19? As the country starts to open up after an almost complete shutdown of athletics and group events, many athletic trainers are wondering about how to keep their athletes healthy and safe. We do know that in the wake of COVID19, athletic trainers and sports medicine staff are… Continue reading COVID19 and Athletic Trainers

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Helping athletes cope with the psychological impact of a long term sports injury

Helping Athletes Cope with the Psychological Impact of a Long Term Injury Long term injuries are an inevitable part of sport and the effects can be devastating for athletes. Athletes often experience a range of emotions when trying to cope with a long term injury, including isolation, anxiety, and low self-esteem. As an athletic trainer… Continue reading Helping athletes cope with the psychological impact of a long term sports injury

Things Athletic Trainers do that Drive Athletes Crazy

Things Athletic Trainers do that Drive Athletes Crazy Athletic trainers put up with a lot from coaches, athletes, parents and supporters, especially when others don’t really understand what they do. But did you know there’s a number of things ATCs do that drive athletes crazy? Here’s a few things ATCs do that drive athletes crazy.… Continue reading Things Athletic Trainers do that Drive Athletes Crazy

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Athletic Trainer Humor: 5 Things that Drive Athletic Trainers Crazy in the Training Room

Athletic Trainer Humor: 5 Things that Drive Athletic Trainers Crazy in the Training Room – A Humorous Take on Life in the Training Room Being an athletic trainer is a rewarding career but there are times when it can drive you crazy. Athletes, coaches, parents and other well-meaning by-standers have a habit of misunderstanding the… Continue reading Athletic Trainer Humor: 5 Things that Drive Athletic Trainers Crazy in the Training Room

Concussions and Return to Play – Texas Public Radio coverage

Texas Public Radio (TPR.org) published a short feature today that looks to be the first part of a multi-part feature about concussions and their consequences in high school athletes. The article also discussed the role of state legislation in passing laws that now require athletes to get medical clearance prior to returning back to play… Continue reading Concussions and Return to Play – Texas Public Radio coverage

Dez Bryant has 5th metatarsal fracture

Dez Bryant Foot Injury Update So the first weekend of the 2015 NFL season is behind us and for some unfortunate players, teams (and fans), the injury report is quite lengthy and includes some notable football players whose teams will be scrambling to fill the holes left in their absence. One of the more prominent… Continue reading Dez Bryant has 5th metatarsal fracture

Tips and Advice for your First Athletic Training Job

Tips and Advice for your First Athletic Training Job Starting your first job as an athletic trainer can be both exciting and frightening but there are some things you can do to make that first job easier. In this post we’ll look at some tips and advice for your first athletic training job. Pay attention… Continue reading Tips and Advice for your First Athletic Training Job

How an Athletic Trainer Survives Two-a-Day Football Practices

How an Athletic Trainer Survives Two-a-Day Football Practices – Tips for New Athletic Trainers When They Start with Long Practice Days in the Summer Two-a-day practices can be brutal. Long days in the heat can take their toll, not just on the players but on athletic trainers as well. In this post we’ll look at… Continue reading How an Athletic Trainer Survives Two-a-Day Football Practices

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How to become a certified Athletic Trainer in Canada

How to Become a Certified Athletic Trainer in Canada Becoming an athletic trainer is a satisfying career but the requirements to become certified differ depending on where you live. If you are based in Canada, this process requires you to complete a Bachelor’s degree along with an accredited athletic therapy program, a National Certification Exam,… Continue reading How to become a certified Athletic Trainer in Canada