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by Susan Taah, MEng, GSP, LAT, ATC While there are many benefits to having having an athletic trainer on staff—injury management, illness prevention, emotional support, administrative insight, etc—, the key motivator is the reasonable risk of significant injury, illness, or fatality to occur.  So, then why do ATs often face…

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October might be the scariest month, but scary scenarios happen every day of the year. Having an Emergency Action Plan that is never practiced is equivalent to not having one. That’s why, whether you’re at a school, office or facility, you must rehearse your Emergency Action Plan. Implementing an…

Go4’s mission is to have an Athletic Trainer on Every Sideline, Everywhere. And with that, make sure Athletic Trainers are paid for their time, knowledge, and life-saving skills. That mission is taken seriously, and athletic trainers have multiple avenues for getting paid to help complete it. Check…

Go4 Affiliate Program: Empowering ATs and Raising Rates Nationwide At Go4, our mission—#everysidelineeverywhere—is more than a tagline. It’s a commitment to making sure that every youth sporting event has an Athletic Trainer (AT) on the sideline. With the launch of the Go4 Affiliate Program, we are putting that into action…

Effective recovery techniques for young athletes to help your child bounce back after intense games.

Athletic trainers play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of their patients, and one critical aspect of this responsibility is the maintenance of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). Regular maintenance of AEDs is essential to ensure they are ready for immediate use in case of sudden cardiac emergencies.

When organizing a sports tournament, the safety and well-being of participants, coaches, and spectators are paramount. Choosing the right venue involves not only assessing the facilities but also ensuring that comprehensive safety measures are in place. Here are the essential safety screening questions for choosing a tournament venue. Are…

As an athletic trainer, your dedication goes beyond just physical patient care; you also play an integral part in ensuring the safety and well-being of participants, spectators and staff in various conditions, including inclement weather. Developing, communicating, and sticking to inclement weather policies is not just a precautionary measure—it’s a…

The pre-event medical meeting is an essential component of ensuring safety and preparedness for any athletic event. This gathering, often referred to as a medical time-out, involves key stakeholders such as healthcare professionals, coaches, administrators, and emergency responders, and is designed to review and reinforce the emergency action plan (EAP)…

Summer sports camps are a fantastic way for children to develop their athletic skills, make new friends, and have a great time. However, ensuring they have everything they need can be a daunting task.

Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) Resident Features Clarissa Alexander who completed her athletic training residency at St Luke’s University Health Network, a CAATE-accredited athletic training residency program. Clarissa is passionate about her residency experience and shared the following insights:  Q: What factors influenced your decision to pursue…