Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists Physical Therapy

ORS SPORTS MEDICINE

Treating Injured Athletes

Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists provide licensed athletic trainers (ATs) to several local high schools and at sporting events in mid-Michigan, ensuring the safety and well-being of student-athletes.

The Role of Licensed Athletic Trainers

Athletic trainers are skilled medical professionals who play a crucial role in keeping athletes on the field and providing comprehensive care. They possess a broad range of knowledge, from managing everyday injuries to handling major catastrophic incidents. In addition to injury assessment and care, licensed athletic trainers focus on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and determining the need for referrals.

Qualifications of Licensed Athletic Trainers

Licensed athletic trainers are highly educated and proficient in athletic healthcare. They work collaboratively with physicians and allied health personnel, functioning as essential members of the athletic healthcare team. Athletic trainers can be found in secondary schools, colleges and universities, sports medicine clinics, professional sports programs, and various other athletic healthcare settings. They also find employment opportunities in performance art companies, military and industrial settings.

Education and Experience

Athletic training is recognized as an allied healthcare profession by the American Medical Association. At ORS, our licensed athletic trainers hold at least a Bachelor's Degree, typically in athletic training, health, physical education, or exercise science. They are board-certified (designated ATC) and licensed by the State of Michigan (designation AT).

Services Provided by Athletic Trainers

ORS licensed athletic trainers are educated and experienced in delivering the following services:

• Injury prevention
• Immediate injury care
• Injury assessment
• Rehabilitation and conditioning
• Education and counseling

Athletic trainers aim to optimize individuals' functional level, whether they are engaged in athletic activities, exercise programs, or work-related tasks.

Learn More About Athletic Training

If you want to delve deeper into sports medicine and gain more knowledge about the athletic training profession, we recommend visiting the following websites:

• National Athletic Trainers Association
• Michigan Athletic Trainers Society
• Great Lakes Athletic Trainers Association
• Athletic Training Board of Certification

These resources will provide you with valuable information and insights into the field of athletic training.