Description
This course is designed to provide an overview of the advanced competencies required for the physical therapist to practice in the athletic setting. Emphasis will be placed on defining the role of the sports physical therapist in planning and administering pre-participation physical examinations, medical intervention, and assessing and managing common medical emergencies. Preventative taping skills will be presented and practiced. The students have the opportunity to master new skills required by the practicing sports physical therapist. A prerequisite is completion of the seminar "Foundations/Competencies in Sports Physical Therapy" offered by the North American Sports Medicine Institute