What is a Certified Athletic Therapist?
A Certified Athletic Therapist works within the guidelines and Code of Conduct set out by The Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA). Athletic Therapists work cooperatively with other members of a health care team to maximize the performance and welfare of the individual. An Athletic Therapist promotes an environment conducive to optimal healing to prepare patients for the safe integration into an active lifestyle. At TSC, our Athletic Therapists utilize a variety of techniques including therapeutic modalities, contemporary rehabilitative techniques, physical reconditioning, and supportive strapping procedures.
The Scope of Practice of a Certified Athletic Therapist includes the assessment, prevention, immediate care, and reconditioning of musculoskeletal injuries. Prevention includes musculoskeletal and postural evaluation, warm-ups, conditioning programs, prophylactic or supportive taping, and adaptation to activities and facilities.
The provision of on-field immediate care of athletic injuries by a Certified Athletic Therapist 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.
- Utilization of techniques facilitating a safe return to participation.
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