Prevention includes musculoskeletal and postural evaluation, equipment selection, fitting and repair, warm-up, conditioning programs, prophylactic or supportive taping, and adapting to the activity environment and facilities.
Immediate care of athletic injuries includes: injury assessment, basic emergency life support, recognition and management of acute traumatic neurological dysfunction, provision of first aid, preparation for entrance into appropriate health care delivery systems, or, where appropriate, utilization of techniques facilitating a safe return to participation.
Certified Athletic Therapists assess injuries and conditions, use contemporary rehabilitative techniques, therapeutic modalities, soft tissue mobilization, physical reconditioning, and supportive strapping procedures to promote an environment conducive to optimal healing in preparing individuals for safe reintegration into an active lifestyle.
Attention ATABC Members, Deep Tissue Laser Therapy is the new paradigm for addressing common sports injuries as well as treating many acute and chronic conditions. Learn from a world-class panel of experts who will be presenting the latest research on [...]
Dr. Stuart McGill – Building the Ultimate Back: From Rehabilitation to Performance October 5th – 6th, 2013 Course Objectives: Update delegates on the most recent developments in clinical biomechanics of the lumbar spine – how it works and becomes injured. [...]
Attention ATABC Members: Track Classic is looking for Athletic Therapists for the following date: The date is July 5th , 2013 from 5pm til 9pm. I will be looking for someone to be there earlier as I have to work [...]
Attention ATABC Members: SportMedBC has a coverage opportunity. Please see below and contact Diane Rizzardo (604-294-3050 ext. 107) if interested. I am away for the weekend but she can assist until Monday. BC High School Track and Field Championships: [...]
