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As we celebrate National Athletic Training Month this March, let’s take a moment to recognize and appreciate the invaluable contributions of athletic trainers to the health and well-being of patients everywhere. In our latest blog post we dive into the various roles of the Athletic Trainer, particularly their function in a clinical setting like here at OMG: https://lnkd.in/e_cWtZYy

"Return to Training and Competition Recommendations for Postpartum Athletes" You need to Log In to Register for this course! Date & Time 02/19/2024 8:00 PM ET Contact Hours 2 Hours $55 Course Description This course will provide an overview of current guidelines for postpartum athletes who wish to return to training and competition. An extensive overview of the “fourth trimester” and a detailed guide for designing a personalized, sports specific return to training program will be covered. Guidelines for assessing client postpartum recovery and readiness to return to exercise will be provided, as well as best practices for ensuring appropriate exercise loading and progression. https://lnkd.in/gGTPW4mH

Who should be a Director of Rehab? I have been seeing numerous postings for Direct of Rehab and similar roles at high major schools and professional sport settings. Unfortunately, all of these roles mandate a physical therapy license in addition to other qualifications. While I believe that PT’s make great candidates for these roles, I do not understand why an ATC or DC can’t be eligible for these roles? ATC’s are trained in high level rehab and more importantly can cover the later stages of rehab before clearance for return to play. While the Chiropractic curriculum only has 1-2 classes in rehab, there are fellowships one can completes specific in rehab along with sports medicine (DACRB, DACBSP) to make one qualified. I hope that in the coming years, ATC’s and Chiros can be seen equally in providing the full spectrum of rehab among hiring organizations. #athletictraining #athletictherapy #athleticperformance #athleticmedicine #strengthandconditioning #sportsperformance #sportsmedicine #sportschiropractic #basketball #basketballperformance #sportscience

📰 READ | The ICE blog has published a new article, "The 4Ms of #AgeFriendly Care; A Team Sport," by Jessica Bingham and Mary Dolansky on the importance of team skills in providing effective age-friendly care and the role in academia in providing the necessary skills through their curriculum. 🔗 Read more: https://ow.ly/Uey450Qwo83

Calling all sports therapists, physiotherapists, and sports rehabilitators! Whether you've recently graduated or, like many of us, not-so-recently, here's a question for you: What is something you wish you'd gotten more of on your course? Share your insights and experiences in the comments below and hopefully we can enhance the learning journey for future graduates in the field. #SportsTherapy #Physiotherapy #SportsRehabilitation #Graduates

Bit of advice to any Sports Therapy/Rehab or Physio students/recent graduates looking to pursue a career in professional football.. 1) Volunteer! Not just in sport but private practice! This gives you an opportunity to shadow more experienced practitioners treating patients with a wider range of conditions. You learn LOADS & It OPENS doors!! Don’t email or message.. turn up in person! Ask face to face! (I volunteered in some capacity for the first 5 years post graduation from my undergrad) 2) Get to work! Get the confidence to start seeing patients ASAP, even if it’s just for sports massage for example. You can practice the new skills/treatment/rehab techniques as well as your communication skills. 3) Start at the bottom!! Get yourself involved in non-league football, supporting or leading departments, you will develop tremendously! Working on your own initiative, making many decisions, communicating with MDT, responsibilities, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and rehab skills!! All working within tight budgets with limited facilities and equipment! You learn to think outside the box!! 4) Expand your education! Do as many courses or CPD as possible! Turn yourself into a versatile practitioner. Also brilliant opportunities to connect with other professionals and network. 5) 👇🏽 Work your ASS off! 😊 only way is 🆙 If you want it bad enough its a matter of WHEN not if. #physiotherapy #sportstherapy #sportsrehab #sportsmedicine #musculoskeletal #privatepractice #dedication #sacrifice #footballphysio

Rec #20-28 of 29 Best Practices for EAPs in Athletic Settings: DOCUMENTATION This is Part EIGHT of a Nine-part series #EAPtogether https://lnkd.in/gtkcQeG6

Teaching more advanced plyometrics to athletes recovering from injury is a must if return to sport or performance is their goal. However, fear on re-injury and a lack of trust in their power production on the injured lower extremity are all too often encountered patient athlete obstacles by the rehabilitation professional. Hence, the sports medicine professional often must alter the surrounding environment of the patient athlete in order for them to feel confident in their ability to perform the prescribed plyometric task. Below is an easy way in which I like to better enable a patient athlete to perform a type of continuous bounding while utilizing hoops as external targets. Feel free to use as indicated or to reach out with questions!   If you are looking to learn more about how to blend rehab with reconditioning principles for return to sport, check out the courses down below as both are accredited for CEUs for both physical therapists and S & C coaches! For a limited time, BOGO free as well! Periodized ACL Program: A Reconditioning Masterclass (2.0 CEUs by NSCA) https://lnkd.in/gP7HhcA3 Periodized ACL Program: Rehab to Performance (30 CE credits in 42 states) https://lnkd.in/gEJ-xtm3 #training #physicaltherapy #coaching #learning #sportmedicine #sportsperformance #sportscience #sports #coaching #performance #sportsmedicine #physicaltherapy #rehabilitation #StrengthandConditioning #rehab #fitness #S&C #training #physicalpreparation #PT #health #training #coaching #environment #sportsmedicine #physicaltherapy

🏫📚 As we head back to school after the summer, it's crucial to be aware of how to prevent and treat common high school sports injuries. In our latest blog post, Dr. Marc Breslow shares expert advice on keeping student-athletes safe and healthy throughout the sports season. Don't miss out on these valuable tips! #BackToSchool #SportsInjuries #InjuryPrevention #HighSchoolSports #HealthyAthletes #ExpertAdvice

Overhaul your student-athlete academic lifestyle after sports concussion PANELISTS: Dr. Tabia Pope, Emily Gibson and Dasnii Curtis Candi Waller moderated a discussion on the best practices to overhaul a student-athlete's academic lifestyle after sports concussion. We discussed how student-athletes are better equipped once they take control of their own learning needs and understand the role of speech-language pathologists in sports concussion management. SLPs use tools, strategies and accommodations that can help them navigate their journey throughout recovery and lifetime. We just need to find the solution to making sure these strategies are integrated into their daily routines. It can be viewed as something extra! It all has to be aligned with their tutoring time and academic advisors. #headtospeech #returntolearn #slpeeps #audpeeps #brainhealth #braininjuryawareness #concussionawareness #sportsconcussionawareness #schoolslps #medicalslps #athletictrainers #athleticdirectors #collegesports #physicaltherapists #occupationaltherapists #alliedhealthprofessionals #education #parents #sportsparents #athletes #sports #academics #studentathletes #advocacy #concussionmanagement #executivefunctioning #academicadvisors #athletesuccess Photography by @ctmphotographybyro