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When to Ice for Injuries

Posted on October 7, 2020 by Athletico

Have you ever experienced an injury and wondered if you should ice? It’s usually a great idea, but there are...
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Wrist Pain in Tumbling Athletes

Posted on October 2, 2020 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Tumbling athletes, including gymnasts and cheerleaders, place unique demands on their upper body. When tumbling, the athlete places not only...
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An Athletic Trainer’s Role in Return to Sports

Posted on September 25, 2020 by Kayla Hutton, MSA, ATC/L

As fall begins, many schools have begun working towards a sports season that may allow high school or youth athletes...
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Concussions in Gymnasts: Symptoms and Treatment

Posted on September 18, 2020 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Gymnastics is considered a high risk sport for head and neck injuries. A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that...
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Shin Pain in Athletes

Posted on September 2, 2020 by Zach Kirkpatrick, PT, MPT, SCS

Shin splints are a common condition among athletes especially in running and jumping sports. What exactly are shin splints, what...
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Open Letter to Parents of Student Athletes

Posted on August 24, 2020 by Athletico

There is a common saying that floats through the sports world, “It’s not IF you get hurt, it’s when and...
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Knock Out Fun: Recreational Boxing Safety Tips

Posted on August 14, 2020 by Lizzy Miotti PT, DPT

As people continue to focus on their health and find new ways to work out and exercise throughout the pandemic,...
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The Importance of Baseline Testing for Concussion Management

Posted on July 31, 2020 by Andrew Wyman, MS, ATC, ITAT

Concussions continue to be an aspect of athletics that players, parents and coaches need to address properly. One step that...
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