ATHLETIC THERAPY
Certified Athletic Therapists (CAT(C)) specialize in treating acute and chronic injuries to your muscles, bones and joints
How Athletic Therapy can help you
The scope of practice of a Certified Athletic Therapist starts with in-depth knowledge, education, and training in the areas of musculoskeletal system, exercise physiology, biomechanics and basic emergency care.
Certified Athletic Therapists provide customized services through the prevention of injury, assessment of pre-existing injuries, providing emergency care, rehabilitating after an injury occurs, and reconditioning to avoid further injury.
What is the difference between a Physiotherapist and Athletic Therapist?
Physiotherapists split their education into musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiorespiratory and others. In contrast, Athletic Therapy education puts a primary focus on musculoskeletal systems with a slight dive into the neurological system. In addition to the clinical setting, Certified Athletic Therapists also have training in emergency management as well as preventative and prophylactic taping and strapping.