Athletic training

Applications Now Open - Advancing Treatment Of Repeated Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

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Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Medical specialties, Neurotrauma, Clinical medicine, Medicine, Psychiatric diagnosis, RTT, Athletic training, Concussion, BrightFocus Foundation, Traumatic brain injury, Medullary thymic epithelial cells

CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with BrightFocus Foundation, the Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC) today announced a request for proposals for research that will enable the advancement of candidate drugs for the treatment of repeated mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI).

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  • CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with BrightFocus Foundation, the Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC) today announced a request for proposals for research that will enable the advancement of candidate drugs for the treatment of repeated mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI).
  • BrightFocus Foundation and MTEC have come together to address a critical need in TBI research.
  • Repeated mTBIs which are common in contact sports and military settings have been indicated as a risk factor in developing various neurodegenerative diseases.
  • MTEC and BrightFocus are jointly funding up to $500,000, with the goal of catapulting drugs for the treatment of repeated mTBI toward human clinical trials.

Syracuse Area Health Acquires Strasburger Orthopaedics, Adds Athletic Trainer to Team

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Tuesday, September 8, 2020
Medical specialties, Medicine, Clinical medicine, Athletic trainer, Sports medicine, Athletic training, Strasburger

SYRACUSE, Neb., Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Syracuse Area Health is excited to formally announce the acquisition of local orthopaedic and sports medicine practice Strasburger Orthopaedics.Simultaneously, Megan Neemann, MS, LAT, ATC, joins Syracuse Area Health as an athletic trainer.

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  • SYRACUSE, Neb., Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Syracuse Area Health is excited to formally announce the acquisition of local orthopaedic and sports medicine practice Strasburger Orthopaedics.Simultaneously, Megan Neemann, MS, LAT, ATC, joins Syracuse Area Health as an athletic trainer.
  • Syracuse Area Health sought to expand their program to include experts in the latest orthopaedic technologies, with sports medicine and athletic training expertise for quality patient care.
  • Strasburger Orthopaedics hoped to enhance the resources available to their patients, and now benefits from the addition of a highly qualified athletic trainer to their team.
  • The partnership will initially co-brand as Syracuse Area Health Strasburger Orthopaedics.

The Global Ultrasound Market is Forecast to Reach USD 8.2 billion by 2025, Growing at a CAGR of 6.1% During 2020-2025 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, September 4, 2020
Managed care, Health, Acoustics, Medical ultrasonography, Medicine, Medical equipment, Physical therapy, Health care, Applied sciences, Athletic training, Medical ultrasound, Ultrasound, Therapeutic ultrasound

The ultrasound market is projected to reach USD 8.2 billion by 2025 from USD 6.1 billion in 2020, at a CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period.

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  • The ultrasound market is projected to reach USD 8.2 billion by 2025 from USD 6.1 billion in 2020, at a CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period.
  • On the basis of technology, the ultrasound market is segmented into diagnostic ultrasound and therapeutic ultrasound devices.
  • On the basis of the device display, the ultrasound market is segmented into black & white ultrasound and color ultrasound devices.
  • Based on system portability, the ultrasound market is segmented into trolley/cart-based ultrasound systems, compact/handheld ultrasound systems, and point-of-care (PoC) ultrasound systems.

ImPACT Applications and Integrated Medical Case Solutions (IMCS) Partner to Support Evaluation and Treatment of Workplace Concussions

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Friday, July 31, 2020
Neurotrauma, Athletic training, Concussion, Psychiatric diagnosis, RTT, Medical specialties, Food and Drug Administration, Health, Medicine

ImPACT Applications and Integrated Medical Case Solutions (IMCS) recognized this gap in care and are addressing safety concerns related to workplace concussions and return to work.

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  • ImPACT Applications and Integrated Medical Case Solutions (IMCS) recognized this gap in care and are addressing safety concerns related to workplace concussions and return to work.
  • "We understand the need to make concussion management accessible in the workplace," said Chief Executive Officer Michael Wahlster.
  • ImPACT Applications, Inc. is the maker of ImPACT, ImPACT Pediatric, and ImPACT Quick Test, all FDA cleared, Class II medical devices that assist in the screening, assessment, and management of concussion.
  • ImPACT Applications products are used by most major medical centers, professional sports leagues and teams, colleges, high schools, and select military units.

Should You Really Be Behind the Wheel After Concussion?

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020
Films, Neurotrauma, Creative works, Cinema of the United States, RTT, Athletic training, Concussion, Psychiatric diagnosis, LinkedIn

The preliminary results could have implications for how quickly experts recommend drivers get back behind the wheel after a concussion.

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  • The preliminary results could have implications for how quickly experts recommend drivers get back behind the wheel after a concussion.
  • The study involved 28 college students with valid drivers' licenses and an average age of 20, including 14 with concussions and 14 without.
  • "Overall, after the symptoms of the drivers with concussions resolved, their reaction times were similar to drivers who didn't have concussions.
  • For more information about the American Academy of Neurology, visit AAN.com or find us on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube .

Dr. George Lewis' Lifelong Passion for Ultrasound Therapy Led Him to Develop sam®, the Only FDA-Approved Wearable Ultrasound Device That Heals Arthritis and Soft Tissue Damage

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020
Medical ultrasonography, Acoustics, Athletic training, Therapeutic ultrasound, Ultrasound, Waves, Continuum mechanics, Applied sciences, Medical imaging, Medical ultrasound

Lewis' love of ultrasound technology led him to complete his undergraduate and doctoral studies in ultrasound device development and research on mechanobiology.

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  • Lewis' love of ultrasound technology led him to complete his undergraduate and doctoral studies in ultrasound device development and research on mechanobiology.
  • However, Lewis was struck with inspiration for a new kind of therapy before he obtained his doctorate while he was still in graduate school.
  • From there, Lewis developed miniaturized wearable ultrasound technology and began his journey researching, studying and optimizing the biophysical effects of ultrasound therapy to accelerate soft tissue repair.
  • The FDA approved sam, the first multi-hour wearable ultrasound device, in 2013 after Lewis conducted seven years of clinical research.

The Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers' Society (PATS) Recognizes the Pennsylvania Athletic Training Graduates of 2020

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Friday, July 17, 2020
Medical specialties, Medicine, Sports medicine, Health, Athletic trainer, Athletic training, East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

HARRISBURG, Pa., July 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --With graduation season coming to a close, The Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers' Society (PATS) wanted to take a moment to say a sincere congratulations to the Pennsylvania athletic training graduating classes of 2020.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., July 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --With graduation season coming to a close, The Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers' Society (PATS) wanted to take a moment to say a sincere congratulations to the Pennsylvania athletic training graduating classes of 2020.
  • Once the news was released, East Stroudsburg University's Athletic Training program acted immediately and set up a graduation ceremony via Zoom.
  • Dr. Angelica Davison McCarthy writes, "Temple University's Doctor of Athletic Training Program made graduation quite special for the 2020 DAT graduates this year.
  • The Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers' Society wishes you the best of luck with all of your future professional endeavors as certified athletic trainers.

National Athletic Trainers' Association Releases Consensus Recommendations and Best Practices For Emergency Prehospital Care of Spine-Injured Athletes in American Football

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Tuesday, July 14, 2020
Medical specialties, Medicine, Health, Sports medicine, Athletic trainer, Athletic training, Emergency medicine, Emergency medical services, Emergency management, National Athletic Trainers' Association, Sports injury

In addition to COVID-19 considerations, the awareness of the critical nature of athlete safety and emergency preparedness is at an all-time high.

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  • In addition to COVID-19 considerations, the awareness of the critical nature of athlete safety and emergency preparedness is at an all-time high.
  • Two articles stemming from meetings of the Spine Injury in Sport Group (SISG) were advance released and published in the June Journal of Athletic Training, the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) scientific publication.
  • The first, Best Practices and Current Care Concepts in Prehospital Care of the Spine-Injured Athlete in American Tackle Football Players , outlines best practices and practical applications.
  • Athletic programs should have an emergency action plan (EAP) developed in conjunction with local emergency medical services agencies specific to pre-hospital spine-injury care.

Athletico to Offer Access to COVID-19 Rehabilitation for First Responders & Health Care Workers

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Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Health, Articles, Health policy, Emergency medical responders, Health professional, Therapy, Health care, Public health, Athletic training, First responder, Trauma and first responders

Athletico recognizes the role that the nation's first responders and licensed health care professionals play during the current public health emergency due to the pandemic.

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  • Athletico recognizes the role that the nation's first responders and licensed health care professionals play during the current public health emergency due to the pandemic.
  • In doing so, first responders and licensed health care professionals put themselves at a higher risk of exposure to COVID-19.
  • Athletico is committed to our patients and referring physicians through our patient-centric focus, positive work environment, attention to quality and high standard of care.
  • Our services include physical and occupational/hand therapy, workers' compensation, women's health therapy, concussion management and athletic training.

New Research Finds that Sustained Acoustic Medicine (sam®) Treatment Significantly Reduced Pain of the Neck and Shoulder

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Tuesday, June 16, 2020
Medicine, Health, Pain, Clinical research, Medical equipment, Medical ultrasonography, Athletic training, Pain management, Therapeutic ultrasound, Placebo, Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, Ultrasound

Low-intensity continuous ultrasound is an emerging high-dosimetry low-intensity continuous ultrasound-based therapy that facilitates accelerated tissue healing and treats myofascial pain.

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  • Low-intensity continuous ultrasound is an emerging high-dosimetry low-intensity continuous ultrasound-based therapy that facilitates accelerated tissue healing and treats myofascial pain.
  • In this instance, low-intensity continuous ultrasound treatment was evaluated for chronic upper neck and shoulder pain in a randomized, multi-site, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
  • Thirty-three patients with upper trapezius myofascial pain were randomized for treatment with active (n=25) or placebo (n=8) devices.
  • Petterson S,1Plancher K,1-4Klyve D,5 Draper D,6 Ortiz R.7 Low-Intensity Continuous Ultrasound for the Symptomatic Treatment of Upper Shoulder and Neck Pain: A Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial.