The Role of Athletic Trainers in Accessibility Support

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Abstract:
Accessibility in athletic training is crucial for supporting patients through temporary or permanent disabilities. Athletic trainers (ATs) play a pivotal role in helping patients navigate the transition from being able-bodied to managing a disability, even if temporary. Whether through guiding patients to appropriate medical resources, providing adaptive strategies for recovery, or creating accessible environments for rehabilitation, ATs ensure that every patient is empowered during their recovery journey. This presentation will explore the vital role ATs play in understanding the accessibility landscape and advocating for patient needs, ensuring an inclusive and supportive process from injury to recovery.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the types of support patients will need for their type of disability.
  • Identify types of medical resources available for AT supporting patients with disabilities.
  • Explain the differences and types of temporary or potential permanent disabilities.
  • Evaluate the resources that may be available within their setting.

Level:
Advanced

Domain(s):
Domain 1: Risk Reduction Wellness and Health Literacy 
Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and Diagnosis 
Domain 4: Therapeutic Intervention 
Domain 5: Health Care Administration and Professional Responsibility

Orthopedic Domain(s):
Domain 1: Medical Knowledge
Domain 2: Procedural Knowledge
Domain 3: Professional Practice

CEUs:
1.0 Category A

Keywords:
Accessibility; Accommodation: American Disability Act

Course Expiration:
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James Murdock, MEd, ATC

Jim Murdock has been a Certified Athletic Trainer for 45 years. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of New Hampshire and his Master’s from the University of Virginia.

He has been fortunate to work in a variety of settings throughout his career. He has held positions at the NCAA Div 1, 2 and 3 levels with roles as Assistant, Associate and Head Athletic Trainer. While at the University of Vermont he was the Head Athletic Trainer and Assistant Director for the UVM Center for Health & Well Being.

His passion has always been education and he has been a clinical preceptor, at many academic institutions and was on the faculty at Norwich University where he served at Athletic Trainer Education Program Director and Chair of the Health and Human Performance department.

Jim has been involved in a number of volunteer organizations such as Little League Baseball, Pop Warner Football, The Boston Marathon, Vermont City Marathon, Garden State Games and New Jersey High School Association, Vermont Principals Association and the Special Olympics.

Jim has served on state, district and national committees for the National Athletic Trainers Association and has served as President of the Vermont Association of Athletic Trainers. Currently he is serving as a member of the World Wheelchair Rugby Medical Advisory committee and the USOPC Medical Standards Committee.

He currently is the Medical Coordinator for USA Wheelchair Rugby, a role he has had since 2004.

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