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What Makes an Athletic Trainer Tick
Have you ever worked with an Athletic Trainer (AT)? Whether it be on the sport field or in the workplace, athletic trainers are on hand as health care professionals. They are responsible for making quick decisions that can dramatically impact … Continue reading
The Importance of Athletic Trainers in Schools
Have you ever played a sport? If so, then you probably have interacted with an athletic trainer (AT). According to a report in U.S. News, 46.5 million children participate in sports across the U.S. each year. Of those children, every … Continue reading
FEI Participates in Patient Safety Awareness Week
FEI is pleased to announce that it is participating in Patient Safety Awareness Week on March 12 – 18, 2017. What is Patient Safety Awareness Week? This week serves as a dedicated time and platform for growing awareness about patient … Continue reading
3 Steps to Get Back in the Game After an Ankle Injury
When an ankle injury occurs at a sporting event, the situation can become tense. Decisions need to be made fast and they need to be the right decisions. In this type of situation, an athletic trainer (AT) is under immense … Continue reading
National Athletic Training Month Begins
The beginning of March marks the start of National Athletic Training Month (NATM). The goal of NATM is to recognize the importance and value of athletic trainers and make a difference for them in regards to legislation, employment, and public … Continue reading
111 Kettlebell Exercises for Men and Women
Some of us are starting to dream about spring break. As such, some of us are starting to get ready for swimsuit season. Whether you’re getting ready to kick back at the beach or just want to incorporate something new … Continue reading
The importance of Balance Training and how to do it
Think for a second how much you move every day. Did you think about it? It’s a lot! As I type this blog post, my hands are moving over the keyboard. My head is moving back and forth between my … Continue reading
The Dangers of a Snowboarder’s Ankle Misdiagnosis
Are you an avid athlete or just a person who likes to keep fit? Chances are you may be one of the 3 million people who annually check into the emergency room for foot or ankle injuries. With symptoms of … Continue reading
3 Foam Rolling Exercises for Preventing Running Injuries
Runners are a unique bunch. They actually enjoy running…something most of us have dreaded since we had to run a mile in middle school. Because they’re always hitting the pavement, they’re often at a higher risk for IT Band Syndrome, … Continue reading
Strength Training Exercises to Perform with a BLACKROLL®
Did you know foam rollers are super-versatile piece of equipment? Along with providing a great form of self-myofascial release (SME) or self-massage, their round, unstable design makes them an essential tool for challenging your balance and increasing strength. Our partner, … Continue reading