Whether it’s getting a standing ovation from your team as you run out on the field or getting the big, intimidating coach to have your back, building relationships with those around us is an important job for the AT. In this episode we are sharing AT’s stories of building rapport with patients and coaches and why this is so valuable to providing high level care!

Featuring Stories from Emily G, Caitlin S, Gems from Jen, Amanda M, Emma O, Taylor D, Maddy S, Sofia W, Kate B, Mara S, Marissa S, & many more!

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In this episode we discussed the relevant anatomy of the cervical spine and its role in neck pain, different treatment strategies, and some rehabilitation strategies to correct the dysfunction associated with neck pain.

Timestamps

1:36- Anatomy of the cervical spine

7:27- Evaluation of the patient with neck pain

15:51- Rehabilitation strategies to correct dysfunction associated with neck pain

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Stay tuned for CEU status!

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BONUS CONTENT is a video demonstrating some special tests to evaluate the range of motion and motor control of the cervical spine, rehabilitation exercises to strengthen the deep cervical flexors, and manual therapy techniques to treat cervical spine pain!

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Whether it’s cockroaches coming out of the water hose or leaving some candy for the visiting AT, being the host AT can come with some positives and “challenges.” ATs share their most memorable hosting stories.

Featuring stories from Nick C, Alyson S, Caroline D, Christina S, Dillon P, Spencer P, Maddy S, Hannah W, Haley L, & many more!

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Showing some love for our PA friends with physician assistant, Leslie Cardoza. In this episode we discussed the difference in scope between a physician assistant and physician, the similarities and differences between PA and AT; and what to know about the PA curriculum

Timestamps

8:17- Proper terminology for PAs

10:15- Differences between physicians and PAs

12:24- Settings where PAs practice

14:07- What can PAs do that ATs can’t do

16:07- What can ATs do that PAs can’t do

17:37- Collaboration between ATs and PAs

20:01- AT curriculum preparing for being a PA

20:54- What do you wish you knew before starting PA school

22:06- Working hours as a PA

23:33- What do you miss about AT

24:57- Tips for the ATs thinking PA

29:27- PAs and Physicals

31:52- Action Item: What do you want ATs to know about PAs

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We’re talking all things secondary school with Sports Medicine Broadcast! Jeremy Jackson joins us to share stories from ATs that you can only get from the secondary school setting. Your day can start with an athlete coming in after getting tail whipped by a shark or only having one lung; you just never know what you’ll get in the secondary school setting.

Featuring stories from Sarah Y, Nick C, Marissa S, Jordan S, Aimee S, Armando R, Christina S, Izzy F, Taylor S, Chris H, Whitney C, & many more!

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In this episode we discussed the relevant anatomy to the etiology of medial tibial stress syndrome, different treatment strategies, and some rehabilitation strategies to correct the dysfunction associated with MTSS.

Timestamps

1:43- Relevant anatomy related to MTSS

3:45- Bony physiology and its role in MTSS

5:57- Theoretical etiologies for the development of MTSS

8:32- Treatment strategies

15:04- Rehabilitation ideas

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ARTICLE CITATIONS used for this episode: https://atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/blog

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EMAIL US: [email protected]

SAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $150 off your subscription

Stay tuned for CEU status!

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BONUS CONTENT is a video demonstrating some special tests to rule in/out a stress fracture and identify some dysfunctions associated with MTSS, taping techniques for MTSS, and some rehabilitation exercise ideas!

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Not all “Athletes” play sports. Whether you are piloting A-10s or performing in the drum corps, an AT is there. ATs share their stories of working in the physician practice, armed forces, performing arts, industrial, healthcare admin/rehab setting. Truly showing that ATs provide healthcare everywhere!

Featuring stories from Jessica J, Becca W, Michaelyn S, Calvin O, Kylie D, Mariah S, Andrew H, Erin G, Jenn T, Andrea C, & many more!

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Snack time with registered dietician Emily Barnhart! In this episode we asked Emily about the scope of practice for a dietician, collaboration between ATs and RDs, and the role nutrition plays in various athletic injuries.

Timestamps

8:16- Scope of practice for the dietician

11:50- Regulation of practice in nutritional fields

13:50- Collaboration between ATs and RDs

17:53- ATs supporting RDs

23:22- Nutrition and musculoskeletal injury

26:44- Nutritional red flags

29:17- Referring to a dietician

37:11- Supplementation

41:15- Finding a dietician

41:16- Professional organizations within nutrition

43:13- Action Item: What do you want ATs to know about working with RDs

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To learn more about Emily and to access the resources she has available, check out her website: https://www.injuryrd.com/

You can also contact Emily at her email: [email protected]

Also check out Emily on social media! IG: @injury_rd

If you want to find a local dietician or access some free sports nutrition resources check out these websites: CPSDA, Healthprof, USOPC, & Cooking with Team USA!

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Time for a second technical! Between getting kicked out of a game or the referee not stopping play for injuries, game days can get a bit intense for ATs. We are sharing part 2 of game day conflict stories from ATs.

Featuring stories from Alison W, Halle P, Matt C, Justin N, Heather G, Andrew H, & many more!

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-Sandy & Randy

How do you save money as an AT? In this episode we asked Matt about how he supports ATs in their financial journey, common mistakes among healthcare professionals when financial planning, and advice for young professionals and experienced ATs.

Timestamps

9:23- Supporting ATs in their financial journey

11:21- Mistakes healthcare professionals make when financial planning

14:00- Financial impact of entry level masters programs

15:25- The 1099 AT vs. the W-2 AT

17:17- Considerations for the 1099 AT

19:10- Saving when you live paycheck to paycheck

22:42- Emergency savings account

25:33- Advice for the Young Professional

28:23- Advice for the more experienced AT

31:32- Tools to help estimate retirement distribution

36:56-Couples vs single finances

38:14- Action item: where should ATs start when planning for their financial future

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If you have any questions about starting your financial journey contact Matt via email: [email protected]

You can also checkout his group's website to see additional services that are available:www.ipgphilly.com

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