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Athletic trainers work in a specialized area of sports medicine. You might notice them on the sidelines of a college or professional football game. They are also present for practices and camps. During college, students majoring in athletic training even get first-hand experience working with elite athletes to hone their skills. Thanks to their unique training, athletic trainers are qualified to diagnose and treat many injuries and develop recovery plans with athletes. If you’re an athlete who’s curious about what else you can expect from an athletic trainer during football season, here’s a quick overview of their role and why they’re such an important part of optimizing your team’s safety and performance.   Injury Prevention Support Athletic trainers work incredibly hard to ensure athletes at their college or university stay safe during practices, games, and camps. They are the first line of defense to help prevent everything from minor sprains to significant head and neck inju...

High school is an important time for athletes. The effort they put into athletic performance during high school can influence their journey as they continue to compete at the next level. Whether your student-athlete wants to stay in shape, be part of a community, or work toward new goals this season, protecting and supporting their body is crucial, no matter what sport they play. Offering mild to moderate support with solutions like compression sleeves and sports braces can help high school athletes maintain peak performance. High School Sports High school is a great time to develop skills in sports and improve athletic ability. When teens start playing on the school team as a freshman, they have a greater chance of being on the varsity team before their senior year because they’ve had time to develop their skills. Teenagers can try a variety of high school sports. High school football gets a lot of attention, and the games invite the community to come together and show...

Wearing a brace or compression sleeve can be beneficial when you want to protect and support your body during physical activity. Still, it’s not always as simple as wearing the first brace you see. It’s best to explore a variety of different braces and learn how to wear them so you can support and protect your body. Here’s everything you need to know about a few different types of braces. Arm Brace Wrist & Thumb Braces Wrist and thumb braces help prevent strains and sprains during sports that have a high impact on your hands and wrists. They are also an excellent option after an operation, after removing a cast or splint, or for discomfort associated with carpal tunnel syndrome and arthritis. Wrist and thumb are categorized together because most thumb support options also provide wrist support. On the other hand, you can find a wrist brace without a thumb stabilizer. If you are experiencing discomfort, you don’t want your wrist or thumb to feel unstable. Wrist and t...