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Includes a Live In-Person Event on 07/08/2026 at 10:00 AM (CDT)In-Person Event $
This 4.5-hour pre-conference session on Emergencies in Sport, held in conjunction with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), is designed for certified athletic trainers and team physicians. The program will focus on the management of three of the most critical emergency situations in sport: sudden cardiac arrest, head injuries, and cervical spine injuries. Emphasis will be placed on interdisciplinary collaboration and coordinated roles among athletic trainers, physicians, and EMS personnel. The session will also highlight the importance of a well-developed and rehearsed Emergency Action Plan (EAP), established emergency protocols, and the use of…
AOSSM-NATA Pre-Conference Session
Seattle, Washington - July 8, 2026
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT
4.5 Category A CEUsOne-Day AOSSM Registration for July 9th
& NATA 2026 Symposia On-Demand
Member: Early $940 / Regular $965
Nonmember: Early $1240 / Regular $1265
*Early pricing ends May 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CDT.This package includes registration for the AOSSM-NATA Preconference Session PLUS the NATA 2026 Symposia On-Demand.
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When Seconds Matter: Managing Cardiac, Head and Spine Emergencies in Sport
This 4.5-hour pre-conference session on emergencies in sport, held in conjunction with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), is designed for certified athletic trainers and team physicians. The program will focus on the management of three of the most critical emergency situations in sport: sudden cardiac arrest, head injuries, and cervical spine injuries. Emphasis will be placed on interdisciplinary collaboration and coordinated roles among athletic trainers, physicians, and EMS personnel. The session will also highlight the importance of a well-developed and rehearsed Emergency Action Plan (EAP), established emergency protocols, and the use of the pre-event medical timeout to enhance preparedness and team communication. The conference will incorporate didactic presentations, case studies to facilitate integration of care concepts, and hands-on laboratory activities. Content will be grounded in evidence-based medicine and reflect current best practices in both sports medicine and emergency care.
Objectives:
- Describe the pathophysiology, recognition, and immediate management priorities of sudden cardiac arrest, catastrophic cervical spine injury, and sport-related head injury in the athletic setting.
- Explain the critical components of an effective Emergency Action Plan (EAP), including personnel roles, equipment readiness, venue-specific considerations, and communication pathways among MDs, ATs, and EMS.
- Demonstrate appropriate interdisciplinary response techniques for airway management, spine stabilization, equipment removal, AED deployment, and head injury assessment through case-based and scenario simulations.
- Differentiate leadership roles and responsibilities of physicians, athletic trainers, and EMS providers during time-sensitive emergencies to optimize coordinated team performance.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of a pre-event medical time-out and emergency rehearsal in reducing response delays and improving patient outcomes during athletic emergencies.
- Develop a venue-specific, interdisciplinary emergency preparedness framework incorporating EAP review, role assignment, communication strategy, and post-event debriefing for implementation within participants’ own organizations.
For additional session information including presenters, lecture topics, laboratory stations, panel discussion topic, and refund/cancellation information, visit the AOSSM-NATA Pre-Conference event page.-
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- Member - $940
- Student - $940
- Certified Student - $940
- Retired - $940
- Regular Price after 06/01/2026 12:00 AM
- Non-member - $1,265
- Member - $965
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- Certified Student - $965
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Includes a Live In-Person Event on 07/08/2026 at 10:00 AM (CDT)In-Person Event $
This 4.5-hour pre-conference session on Emergencies in Sport, held in conjunction with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), is designed for certified athletic trainers and team physicians. The program will focus on the management of three of the most critical emergency situations in sport: sudden cardiac arrest, head injuries, and cervical spine injuries. Emphasis will be placed on interdisciplinary collaboration and coordinated roles among athletic trainers, physicians, and EMS personnel. The session will also highlight the importance of a well-developed and rehearsed Emergency Action Plan (EAP), established emergency protocols, and the use of…
NATA 2026 Symposia On-Demand Registration
& AOSSM-NATA Pre-Conference SessionSeattle, Washington - July 8, 2026
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT
4.5 Category A CEUs
Member: Early $575 / Regular $600
Nonmember: Early $875 / Regular $900
*Early pricing ends May 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CDT.This package includes registration for the AOSSM-NATA Preconference Session PLUS the NATA 2026 Symposia On-Demand.
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When Seconds Matter: Managing Cardiac, Head and Spine Emergencies in Sport
This 4.5-hour pre-conference session on emergencies in sport, held in conjunction with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), is designed for certified athletic trainers and team physicians. The program will focus on the management of three of the most critical emergency situations in sport: sudden cardiac arrest, head injuries, and cervical spine injuries. Emphasis will be placed on interdisciplinary collaboration and coordinated roles among athletic trainers, physicians, and EMS personnel. The session will also highlight the importance of a well-developed and rehearsed Emergency Action Plan (EAP), established emergency protocols, and the use of the pre-event medical timeout to enhance preparedness and team communication. The conference will incorporate didactic presentations, case studies to facilitate integration of care concepts, and hands-on laboratory activities. Content will be grounded in evidence-based medicine and reflect current best practices in both sports medicine and emergency care.
Objectives:
- Describe the pathophysiology, recognition, and immediate management priorities of sudden cardiac arrest, catastrophic cervical spine injury, and sport-related head injury in the athletic setting.
- Explain the critical components of an effective Emergency Action Plan (EAP), including personnel roles, equipment readiness, venue-specific considerations, and communication pathways among MDs, ATs, and EMS.
- Demonstrate appropriate interdisciplinary response techniques for airway management, spine stabilization, equipment removal, AED deployment, and head injury assessment through case-based and scenario simulations.
- Differentiate leadership roles and responsibilities of physicians, athletic trainers, and EMS providers during time-sensitive emergencies to optimize coordinated team performance.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of a pre-event medical time-out and emergency rehearsal in reducing response delays and improving patient outcomes during athletic emergencies.
- Develop a venue-specific, interdisciplinary emergency preparedness framework incorporating EAP review, role assignment, communication strategy, and post-event debriefing for implementation within participants’ own organizations.
For additional session information including presenters, lecture topics, laboratory stations, panel discussion topic, and refund/cancellation information, visit the AOSSM-NATA Pre-Conference event page.-
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- Student - $575
- Certified Student - $575
- Retired - $575
- Regular Price after 06/01/2026 12:00 AM
- Non-member - $900
- Member - $600
- Student - $600
- Certified Student - $600
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Includes a Live In-Person Event on 07/08/2026 at 10:00 AM (CDT)In-Person Event $
This 4.5-hour pre-conference session on Emergencies in Sport, held in conjunction with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), is designed for certified athletic trainers and team physicians. The program will focus on the management of three of the most critical emergency situations in sport: sudden cardiac arrest, head injuries, and cervical spine injuries. Emphasis will be placed on interdisciplinary collaboration and coordinated roles among athletic trainers, physicians, and EMS personnel. The session will also highlight the importance of a well-developed and rehearsed Emergency Action Plan (EAP), established emergency protocols, and the use of…
AOSSM-NATA Pre-Conference Session
Seattle, Washington - July 8, 2026
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT
4.5 Category A CEUs& One-Day AOSSM Registration for July 9, 2026
Member: Early $540 / Regular $565
Nonmember: Early $840 / Regular $865
*Early pricing ends May 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CDT.This package includes the AOSSM-NATA Pre-Conference Session PLUS one-day registration to the AOSSM Annual Meeting on July 9.
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When Seconds Matter: Managing Cardiac, Head and Spine Emergencies in Sport
This 4.5-hour pre-conference session on emergencies in sport, held in conjunction with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), is designed for certified athletic trainers and team physicians. The program will focus on the management of three of the most critical emergency situations in sport: sudden cardiac arrest, head injuries, and cervical spine injuries. Emphasis will be placed on interdisciplinary collaboration and coordinated roles among athletic trainers, physicians, and EMS personnel. The session will also highlight the importance of a well-developed and rehearsed Emergency Action Plan (EAP), established emergency protocols, and the use of the pre-event medical timeout to enhance preparedness and team communication. The conference will incorporate didactic presentations, case studies to facilitate integration of care concepts, and hands-on laboratory activities. Content will be grounded in evidence-based medicine and reflect current best practices in both sports medicine and emergency care.
Objectives:
- Describe the pathophysiology, recognition, and immediate management priorities of sudden cardiac arrest, catastrophic cervical spine injury, and sport-related head injury in the athletic setting.
- Explain the critical components of an effective Emergency Action Plan (EAP), including personnel roles, equipment readiness, venue-specific considerations, and communication pathways among MDs, ATs, and EMS.
- Demonstrate appropriate interdisciplinary response techniques for airway management, spine stabilization, equipment removal, AED deployment, and head injury assessment through case-based and scenario simulations.
- Differentiate leadership roles and responsibilities of physicians, athletic trainers, and EMS providers during time-sensitive emergencies to optimize coordinated team performance.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of a pre-event medical time-out and emergency rehearsal in reducing response delays and improving patient outcomes during athletic emergencies.
- Develop a venue-specific, interdisciplinary emergency preparedness framework incorporating EAP review, role assignment, communication strategy, and post-event debriefing for implementation within participants’ own organizations.
For additional session information including presenters, lecture topics, laboratory stations, panel discussion topic, and refund/cancellation information, visit the AOSSM-NATA Pre-Conference event page.-
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- Early bird pricing available!
- Non-member - $840
- Member - $540
- Student - $540
- Certified Student - $540
- Retired - $540
- Regular Price after 06/01/2026 12:59 AM
- Non-member - $865
- Member - $565
- Student - $565
- Certified Student - $565
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Includes a Live In-Person Event on 07/08/2026 at 10:00 AM (CDT)In-Person Event $
This 4.5-hour pre-conference session on Emergencies in Sport, held in conjunction with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), is designed for certified athletic trainers and team physicians. The program will focus on the management of three of the most critical emergency situations in sport: sudden cardiac arrest, head injuries, and cervical spine injuries. Emphasis will be placed on interdisciplinary collaboration and coordinated roles among athletic trainers, physicians, and EMS personnel. The session will also highlight the importance of a well-developed and rehearsed Emergency Action Plan (EAP), established emergency protocols, and the use of…
AOSSM-NATA Pre-Conference Session
Seattle, Washington - July 8, 2026
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT
4.5 Category A CEUs
Member: Early $175 / Regular $200
Nonmember: Early $475 / Regular $500
*Early pricing ends May 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CDT.This package includes registration for the AOSSM-NATA Pre-Conference Session ONLY.
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When Seconds Matter: Managing Cardiac, Head and Spine Emergencies in Sport
This 4.5-hour pre-conference session on emergencies in sport, held in conjunction with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), is designed for certified athletic trainers and team physicians. The program will focus on the management of three of the most critical emergency situations in sport: sudden cardiac arrest, head injuries, and cervical spine injuries. Emphasis will be placed on interdisciplinary collaboration and coordinated roles among athletic trainers, physicians, and EMS personnel. The session will also highlight the importance of a well-developed and rehearsed Emergency Action Plan (EAP), established emergency protocols, and the use of the pre-event medical timeout to enhance preparedness and team communication. The conference will incorporate didactic presentations, case studies to facilitate integration of care concepts, and hands-on laboratory activities. Content will be grounded in evidence-based medicine and reflect current best practices in both sports medicine and emergency care.
Objectives:
- Describe the pathophysiology, recognition, and immediate management priorities of sudden cardiac arrest, catastrophic cervical spine injury, and sport-related head injury in the athletic setting.
- Explain the critical components of an effective Emergency Action Plan (EAP), including personnel roles, equipment readiness, venue-specific considerations, and communication pathways among MDs, ATs, and EMS.
- Demonstrate appropriate interdisciplinary response techniques for airway management, spine stabilization, equipment removal, AED deployment, and head injury assessment through case-based and scenario simulations.
- Differentiate leadership roles and responsibilities of physicians, athletic trainers, and EMS providers during time-sensitive emergencies to optimize coordinated team performance.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of a pre-event medical time-out and emergency rehearsal in reducing response delays and improving patient outcomes during athletic emergencies.
- Develop a venue-specific, interdisciplinary emergency preparedness framework incorporating EAP review, role assignment, communication strategy, and post-event debriefing for implementation within participants’ own organizations.
For additional session information including presenters, lecture topics, laboratory stations, panel discussion topic, and refund/cancellation information, visit the AOSSM-NATA Pre-Conference event page.-
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- Retired - $175
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Welcome to the 77th NATA Clinical Symposia On-Demand Education Experience! Get ready for an exceptional educational experience designed to inform, challenge and inspire. The 2026 NATA program features a dynamic mix of lectures, forums, interactive sessions and hands-on learning labs, all led by experts from across the profession and across the broader health care and sports performance communities. From foundational skills to advanced clinical applications, you’ll find content tailored to every stage of your professional journey.
Welcome to the 77th NATA Clinical Symposia
On-Demand Education Experience!Get ready for an exceptional educational experience designed to inform, challenge and inspire. The 2026 NATA program features a dynamic mix of lectures, forums, interactive sessions and hands-on learning labs, all led by experts from across the profession and across the broader health care and sports performance communities. From foundational skills to advanced clinical applications, you’ll find content tailored to every stage of your professional journey.
On-Demand open from July 31 - December 31
All courses must be completed by 11:59 p.m. CST on Dec. 31, 2026.
Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
Earn more CEUs than ever before, with more flexibility and more time to complete them! The 77th NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo is expanding your opportunities to learn and earn. This year’s enhanced CEU structure is designed to reward engagement and offer unmatched flexibility for every attendee.On-Demand Only registrants can earn a maximum of 25 CEUs.
In-person attendees can earn a maximum of 40 CEUs: Up to 15 on-site in Philadelphia plus 25 from On-Demand.Interested in joining us in Philadelphia? View the 77th NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo event page. Important Note: Attendees who participate in a session in person should not also claim CEUs for the on-demand version. As always, it is the responsibility of the attendee to report only hours spent in educational sessions.
Extended Access
The On-Demand event will remain open through December 31, 2026, giving all attendees four months to complete their CEUs and maximize their educational investment.Immediate Credit for On-Demand Sessions
New this year, on-demand learners will receive a statement of credit immediately upon completing each session. No waiting for a post-event CEU summary.-
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Welcome to the 77th NATA Clinical Symposia On-Demand Education Experience! Get ready for an exceptional educational experience designed to inform, challenge and inspire. The 2026 NATA program features a dynamic mix of lectures, forums, interactive sessions and hands-on learning labs, all led by experts from across the profession and across the broader health care and sports performance communities. From foundational skills to advanced clinical applications, you’ll find content tailored to every stage of your professional journey.
Welcome to the 77th NATA Clinical Symposia
On-Demand Education Experience!Get ready for an exceptional educational experience designed to inform, challenge and inspire. The 2026 NATA program features a dynamic mix of lectures, forums, interactive sessions and hands-on learning labs, all led by experts from across the profession and across the broader health care and sports performance communities. From foundational skills to advanced clinical applications, you’ll find content tailored to every stage of your professional journey.
This package is intended for students and retirees only. No CEUs or statements of credit will be awarded.
On-Demand open from July 31 - December 31
All courses must be completed by 11:59 p.m. CST on Dec. 31, 2026.
Extended Access
The On-Demand event will remain open through December 31, 2026, giving all attendees four months to complete their CEUs and maximize their educational investment.
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Written by veteran sports dietitians in partnership with sports medicine physicians, athletic trainers, and collegiate strength and conditioning coaches, this consensus statement establishes a strategic framework for collegiate administrators, athletic medicine departments, strength and conditioning coaches, and registered dietitian nutritionists alike to scale and develop sports nutrition programs in ways that best meet the needs of student-athletes, while preserving and prioritizing the highest standard of care no matter the size of the institution or the number of sports dietitians employed. Athletic trainers can utilize this document to advocate for policy improvements, increased access to care, and evidenced-based clinical nutrition protocols.
This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.
Abstract:
Written by veteran sports dietitians in partnership with sports medicine physicians, athletic trainers, and collegiate strength and conditioning coaches, this consensus statement establishes a strategic framework for collegiate administrators, athletic medicine departments, strength and conditioning coaches, and registered dietitian nutritionists alike to scale and develop sports nutrition programs in ways that best meet the needs of student-athletes, while preserving and prioritizing the highest standard of care no matter the size of the institution or the number of sports dietitians employed. Athletic trainers can utilize this document to advocate for policy improvements, increased access to care, and evidenced-based clinical nutrition protocols.Learning Objectives:
- Compare their current organizational structure, level of practice and service model to the service levels and models described in the consensus statement.
- Evaluate the literature regarding best practices in clinical sports nutrition and describe the minimum standards in the primary areas of care for student-athletes in the collegiate setting.
- Describe how to utilize the standards of practice and professional performance for the evaluation of knowledge, skills and abilities of a practicing sports dietitian.
- Design justifications for the addition or expansion of nutrition services in the collegiate setting.
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AdvancedDomain(s):
Domain 1: Risk Reduction Wellness and Health Literacy
Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional ResponsibilityOrthopedic Domain(s):
N/ACEUs:
1.0 Category AKeywords:
Sports nutrition; policy and procedure; interdisciplinary careEnhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.Victoria Lambert, MS, RD
Victoria Lambert, MS, RD is cofounder of Dupage Dietitians Victoria served as Princeton University’s Sports Dietitian for its 38 teams and 1,200 Division I varsity athletes from 2009 to 2016. She provided performance-nutrition counseling and education for student-athletes, coaches, and teams. Her interdisciplinary collaborations with athletic trainers, strength coaches, physicians, psychologists, and nurse-practitioners were a highlight, which resulted in excellent performance and health-related outcomes for student athletes. Victoria has counseled athletes from all sports and has specialized experience with weight-class sports (wrestling and lightweight-crew) and middle-distance-track athletes.
Victoria was one of the first dietitians to become board certified in sports dietetics. She has been invited to speak at national conferences and has written professionally for trade and professional publications (under the name Victoria Rosenfeld). Victoria holds a bachelor’s degree from Colorado State University and completed her dietetic internship at Hines VA Hospital in Hines, IL. She also has an MS in Biology from the University of Nebraska with a concentration in ecology and environmental science.
Jason Durocher, MA, ATC, LAT
Jason Durocher is the Director of Sports Medicine and Head Athletic Trainer at Seattle Pacific University in Seattle WA. He has worked at the collegiate level as a certified athletic trainer for 27 years in the NAIA and NCAA Division II level. Jason is familiar with the experience of many AT's at this level who struggle with limited resources and yet desire to provide a holistic model of health care to their student athletes. His presentation shares an example of how implementing the NATA's Consensus Statement for Nutritional Services in Collegiate Athletics might look for colleagues who face similar challenges in this setting.
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For many commonly used clinical orthopedic tests, there has historically been a lack of empirical, peer-reviewed evidence documenting their efficacy and utility⁵ This presentation aims to address that gap by providing the most recent evidence on several tests frequently used in athletic training to assess ankle injuries. Although clinicians routinely use these tests to grade ankle sprains, traditional methods may be unreliable and may not accurately reflect damage to the lateral ligaments. Consequently, clinicians may struggle to accurately assess injuries and their impairments, contributing to the high rate of recurrence. Current literature suggests…
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For many commonly used clinical orthopedic tests, there has historically been a lack of empirical, peer-reviewed evidence documenting their efficacy and utility⁵ This presentation aims to address that gap by providing the most recent evidence on several tests frequently used in athletic training to assess ankle injuries. Although clinicians routinely use these tests to grade ankle sprains, traditional methods may be unreliable and may not accurately reflect damage to the lateral ligaments. Consequently, clinicians may struggle to accurately assess injuries and their impairments, contributing to the high rate of recurrence. Current literature suggests that some newer or modified tests, many of which are not traditionally taught, may offer improved options for clinical assessment. This presentation will review the latest evidence regarding the diagnostic accuracy of orthopedic tests used to evaluate ankle injuries, including sprains, chronic ankle instability, and common fractures.Learning Objectives:
- Explain the available evidence for the diagnostic utility of clinical orthopedic tests of the ankle.
- Select the most useful clinical tests to assess acute lateral ankle sprains and chronic ankle instability.
- Improve clinical decision making regarding the assessment of ankle injuries.
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EssentialDomain(s):
Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and DiagnosisOrthopedic Domain(s):
Domain 1: Medical Knowledge
Domain 2: Procedural KnowledgeCEUs:
0.75 Category AKeywords:
Lateral ankle sprain, Syndesmotic Ankle Injury, fractureEnhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.Adam B. Rosen, PhD, ATC
Dr. Adam B. Rosen is an Associate Professor and Director of the School of Health and Kinesiology at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, where he also co-directs the Omaha Sports Medicine and Biomechanics Laboratory. He earned his PhD in Kinesiology from the University of Georgia and previously served clinically as an athletic trainer at the University of Delaware and the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Rosen has authored more than 70 peer-reviewed publications and secured funding from the NIH, the Department of Defense, and multiple regional agencies to advance evidence-based sports medicine practices.
A internationally recognized expert in chronic ankle instability and lower extremity biomechanics, Dr. Rosen’s research has helped define the clinical, biomechanical, neurocognitive, and sensory contributors to ankle injury and reinjury. His work includes the development and validation of functional performance tests, diagnostic tools, and rehabilitation strategies that address the complex neuromechanical deficits associated with ankle instability. Dr. Rosen frequently presents on ankle research, neurocognitive assessment, and evidence-based approaches to sports injury prevention and rehabilitation.
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The goal of this presentation is to introduce to attendees a comprehensive neurological screening protocol that can be performed in under 5 minutes, and utilized efficiently in the clinical setting. It will also discuss how to interpret abnormal findings and differentiate normal variations from true pathological findings. We will take some time to discuss some common peripheral neurological conditions encountered in active populations as well. Finally, attendees will also be exposed to how pain-phenotyping can be utilized to help design treatment programs, and to best determine when co-management or specialist referral is most appropriate.
This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.
Abstract:
The goal of this presentation is to introduce to attendees a comprehensive neurological screening protocol that can be performed in under 5 minutes, and utilized efficiently in the clinical setting. It will also discuss how to interpret abnormal findings and differentiate normal variations from true pathological findings. We will take some time to discuss some common peripheral neurological conditions encountered in active populations as well. Finally, attendees will also be exposed to how pain-phenotyping can be utilized to help design treatment programs, and to best determine when co-management or specialist referral is most appropriate.Learning Objectives:
- Describe a comprehensive neurological assessment that can be completed in under five minutes, with an explanation of key findings to watch for and how to best interpret variations.
- Identify several common peripheral neurological disorders in sport and understand key differential findings to consider in the examination process.
- Define pain phenotyping and describe how this method may assist in determining appropriate management strategies for conditions in which pain is a primary clinical symptom.
Level:
AdvancedDomain(s):
Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and DiagnosisCEUs:
1.0 Category AKeywords: Nociplastic; Neuropathic; Nociceptive
Enhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.Kenneth Cieslak, DC, ATC, CSCS
Dr. Cieslak completed his undergraduate degree at Kean University, majoring in athletic training, and his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 1995, graduating from Life University. He has been a Certified Athletic Trainer and a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist since 1989. He is a graduate of the Primary Spine Practitioner course, a multi-disciplinary post-graduate program through the University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. He is licensed in New Jersey as both a Chiropractor and an Athletic Trainer.
From 1997- 2022, he was employed at Teaneck High School, serving as the athletic trainer, in addition to having a practice of chiropractic in Bogota, NJ. He was also a preceptor for the Montclair State University athletic training education program. Currently, he works with Atlantic Health System, and is an adjunct clinical instructor in the athletic training graduate program at Seton Hall University. He is currently the Past-President of the Athletic Trainer’s Society of New Jersey. He also serves on the EATA Educationalist and Student Quiz Bowl Committees, as well as being an executive board member of the Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Special Interest Group of the National Strength & Conditioning Association.
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Current best practice for concussion care involves initial brief rest, followed by symptom limited exercise. However, this approach does not reflect the heterogeneous nature of concussion, which may involve multiple domains including cognitive, headache/migraine, ocular, vestibular, and psychological. Each of the domains may benefit from a more precision-based approach that targets specific symptoms and impairments. Emerging clinical trial evidence suggests that earlier and more targeted treatments for specific symptoms and impairments may improve clinical outcomes for athletes following this injury.
This presentation is a replay from NATA 2024 in New Orleans, providing another opportunity to access its valuable content and insights.
Abstract:
Current best practice for concussion care involves initial brief rest, followed by symptom limited exercise. However, this approach does not reflect the heterogeneous nature of concussion, which may involve multiple domains including cognitive, headache/migraine, ocular, vestibular, and psychological. Each of the domains may benefit from a more precision-based approach that targets specific symptoms and impairments. Emerging clinical trial evidence suggests that earlier and more targeted treatments for specific symptoms and impairments may improve clinical outcomes for athletes following this injury.Learning Objectives:
- Describe new clinical trial evidence for concussion treatments including behavioral management, physical activity/exercise and vestibular rehabilitation.
- Discuss the role of moderating factors, including gender, psychosocial risk factors, compliance and health disparities, on the effectiveness of treatments for concussion.
- Apply findings from clinical trials to develop more effective and efficient management strategies for athletes following a concussion.
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AdvancedDomain(s):
Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and Diagnosis
Domain 4: Therapeutic InterventionOrthopedic Domain(s):
N/ACEUs:
1.0 Category AKeywords:
Concussion recovery, Treatment, Moderating FactorsEnhanced Access On-Demand Course Expiration:
Access to this course will expire at the end of the membership year on December 31 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
For full details, refer to the Expiration Date Policy on our FAQ page.Anthony Kontos, PhD
Dr. Anthony P. Kontos is Professor and Vice-Chair Clinical Research in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, and Research Director of the Concussion Research Laboratory and UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. He has specialized in concussion research for 19 years with 260+ peer-reviewed publications. His research is funded by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Department of Defense, National Institutes of Health, and National Football League and focuses on active treatments and clinical trials; risk factors; neurocognitive/neuromotor assessments and effects; psychological issues; and concussion and brain health in military, pediatric, and sport populations.
Dr. Kontos is fellow of the Society for Sport, Exercise, & Performance Psychology of the American Psychological Association, National Academy of Kinesiology, American College of Sports Medicine, Association for Applied Sport Psychology, and Eastern Psychological Association. He is also co-author of Concussion: A Clinical Profile Based Approach to Assessment and Treatment.
RJ Elbin, PhD
Dr. R.J. Elbin is an Associate Professor in Exercise Science at the University of Arkansas and is director of the Office for Sport Concussion Research. Dr. Elbin received a doctorate in Kinesiology from Michigan State University in 2010 and completed a two-year post-doctoral research fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Sports Medicine Concussion Program.
Dr. Elbin’s research focuses on identifying factors that contribute to concussion risk and prolonged recovery and best practices for management and treatment in concussed youth and adolescent athletes. Dr. Elbin has authored/co-authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications and 250 professional presentations on sport-related concussion. Dr. Elbin was a 2018 recipient of an Early Career Award from the Sport Neuropsychological Society for his work in concussion research.
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