Posts Tagged ‘Athletic Training’
Atrial Fibrillation In Endurance Athletes Still Poses Problems For Sports Cardiologists
Monday, June 22nd, 2009
The fulfilment which so many people increasingly derive from competitive sports and endurance training comes with a real - even if rare - twist. Because, while most people will enjoy the benefits and pleasures of exercise, there are a few for whom regular athletic training will increase the risk of cardiac arrhythmias and even sudden death, especially among those in middle-age or with pre-existing cardiac diseases.
National Athletic Trainers’ Association Sponsors World Congress, June 17-20
Friday, April 17th, 2009
The World Federation of Athletic Training and Therapy (WFATT) will host the 2009 World Congress in San Antonio, Texas, June 15-17, 2009. The forum is sponsored by the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) with the theme of "Global Perspectives in Athletic Health Care." "We are excited to bring together leading sports medicine professionals throughout the world to address health issues relevant to active populations," said Catherine Ortega, PhD, ATC, president of WFATT.
With A National Health Care Shortage And Increased Need For Patient Care, Athletic Trainers Fill A Necessary Niche As “Physician Extenders”
Thursday, February 12th, 2009
In these challenging economic times, even the most efficient medical offices, hospitals and clinics are looking for ways to increase productivity. In light of the national shortage of health care workers today, one profession that has proven effective in achieving productivity is athletic training, particularly when members work as "physician extenders" in clinical environments.