sports med careers

Athletic trainer

Educate athlete on injury prevention and inform athlete about injury protocol

Orthopedic surgeon

Specializes in bones, lingments, and joints. Performs surgeries when needed

Excersise physiologist

Input on training and conditioning techniques, body composition analysis, and nutritional considerations.

Chiropractor

Treat musculoskeletal injuries though manipulation

Podiatrist

Study and care for the foot. Trained in surgical procedures, foot biomechanics, and the fitting and construction of orthotic devices

Physician

Direct athlete to proper health care. Compile medical history, diagnose injury. Decide on treatment/ return to play, attends practice and games at times.

Physical therapist

Supervise, develop, and oversee rehab programs. Treat a variety of populations.

Physiatrist

A doctor specializing in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Nutritionist

Consult large athlete departments, eating programs geared toward specific sports, and provide individuals with nutritional counseling.

Radiologist

A medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions and injuries using imaging equipment.

Massage therapist

Treat clients by using touch to manipulate the muscles and other soft tissues of the body: therapists relive pain, help head injuries, and improve circulation

Biomechanist

Possess expertise in analysis of human motion. Computer and video equipment to analyze motion. Looks for faulty mechanics and reduced potential for injury

Sports physiology/ mental trainer

Help with matters regarding psychological issues in rehabilitation. Intercessions to help cope with stress and improved performance

Coaches

Understand roles of each person involved in an emergency especially in the absence of a trainer and first aid training.

Strength and conditioning specialist

Advice athletes on training and conditioning programs