Here’s a snapshot from our 2024 State of the Therapies Guide: Insights from the Rehabilitation Professionals. Athletic trainers specialize in the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, improving strength and... Read more
Sarcopenia is an age-related event that affects everyone. Sarcopenia is a condition characterized by the loss of muscle mass, strength, and function that occurs with age. While sarcopenia is a... Read more
The primary job of athletic trainers is to provide immediate care to injured athletes. Acute and emergency care is the athletic trainer’s responsibility, as athletes are at risk of injuries... Read more
Athletes should monitor their hydration status regularly. Proper hydration for athletes is vital for top performance. It plays a significant role in overall health, athletic performance, and recovery. Dehydration can... Read more
When planning a return to running, psychological readiness is equally as important as physical readiness. Returning to sport after a running injury requires a cautious and systematic approach to ensure... Read more
A balanced diet is the foundation for sports performance, certain dietary supplements can be beneficial. Are dietary supplements good for athletes? Specific dietary supplements for athletes vary by sports performance... Read more
The importance of proper sleeping habits for athletes In general, moderate exercise impacts sleep positively. However, in an analysis of over 1,600 studies, researchers found that athletes tended to suffer... Read more
Having bodily injury liability insurance is essential for athletic trainers to protect themselves and their families. Bodily injury liability is a type of insurance coverage. It provides financial protection to... Read more
Injury prevention exercises are an important part of any sports training program.em> These exercises help to strengthen the muscles, improve muscle pliability and joint range of motion, and reduce the... Read more
Athletic trainers use splinting techniques to provide immediate support and protection. Splinting is a technique used in athletics to immobilize and support a body part that has been injured, like... Read more
The primary goal of cryotherapy is to counteract negative inflammatory symptoms from prolonged muscle exertion. What is cryotherapy? Cryotherapy for athletes uses cold temperatures to promote muscle healing and recovery.... Read more
Static stretching is a best-method approach to increase the overall flexibility of the musculoskeletal system. Types of stretching - There are three main types of self-stretching: Static (no movement) Dynamic... Read more
For the athletic trainer (AT), the most critical aspect of concussion care is to know when it is safe to allow a player to continue to play. In the United... Read more
A team of researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York set out to answer a rarely asked, yet intriguing question: Which college sport results... Read more
March is National Athletic Training Month and this year, we’re celebrating the only healthcare profession that works in all three domains of preventative care, on-site emergent care, and the rehabilitation... Read more
