Do you have a sporting event coming up and are contemplating or looking for medical coverage? Do you know the benefits of having a Certified Athletic Therapist on the sidelines? Professional and high level competitive athletes know the benefits of having an Athletic Therapist on the sidelines during practices and games.

They see the difference made when a player goes down injured and the fast response. Well, it is not just those athletes who get injured. At every level of sport, whether competitive or recreation, injuries happen. Wouldn’t you want a trained professional there to respond and get the athlete the care they need or return them to play with some additional support?

Well, Maverick Therapy is here to share 5 benefits of having a Certified Athletic Therapist at your next sporting event.

• Emergency Response skills: trained in responding to minor abrasions and lacerations to fractures and potential spinals – all minor to severe injuries are managed and cared for safely and effectively.

• Injury Assessment skills: trained in assessing the injury and determining whether it is safe for the athlete to return to play with some support or removing the athlete from play and referring for treatment.

• Concussion Management skills: trained in the recognition of a concussion and the information necessary to help the athlete return to play safely.

• Wrapping and Taping skills: trained in supportive techniques to help prevent and support the affected structure so the athlete can continue playing.

• Knowledge of Healthcare Professionals: able to refer athlete to the proper healthcare profession for their injury for the care they need.

Maverick Therapy has covered many different teams and events. From high contact to non-contact, we know the benefit of having a Certified Athletic Therapist on the sidelines. For more information or for a quote, please contact us with teams or event information and we would be happy to help!