Scope Of Athletic Therapists In A “Field” Setting

Many people may be aware of how Athletic Therapists can help and treat individuals in a private clinic setting but may not be aware of what an AT’s role is while working with a sports team. 

Athletic Therapists can work with any and all sports teams such as baseball, basketball, hockey, along with individual sports such as gymnastics, wrestling, and swimming. ATs are trained to help athletes of all skill levels and provide an elite level of care. Athletic therapists can provide front line injury assessments and continue care all the way through the individual’s recovery and return the athlete to their maximum performance. 

​AT’s can also be certified First Responders; quickly and effectively managing life and limb threatening injuries. Concussion assessment and management is also a skill that Athletic Therapists are specialized in. ​

​Some of the many other ways AT’s can help with a sports team include running effective warm-ups prior to games and practices and cool-downs after a game to promote a healthy recovery. Athletic Therapists are trained in taping and bracing for injury management and prevention.
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Athletic Therapists are experts in injury assessment and rehabilitation and provide immediate care and reconditioning for all active individuals in a private clinic setting as well as with any sports teams. Next time you see an AT on the sideline at your favourite sporting game, know that your team is safe and well cared for.

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