Assistant Athletic Trainers work under the supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer and assist in the care of student-athletes including the prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation of injuries.
A trainer attends each home athletic game in case the need for medical care arises.
What is a Certified Athletic Trainer?
An Athletic Trainer is a health care professional who provides professional care, early evaluation and treatment of athletic injuries, and medical referrals. Athletic training is recognized by the American Medical Association for providing quality health care and educating athletes and coaches about injury prevention.
What does an Athletic Trainer do?
- Injury/Illness Prevention and wellness protection
- Clinical evaluation and diagnosis
- Immediate and emergency care
- Treatment and rehabilitation
- Professional health and well-being training
All athletic injuries should be reported to Wilbraham & Monson’s trainers in order for proper care and follow-up. If athletes are medically excused from practices or games due to an injury or illness, they must provide information from their physician before they can return to play. Should an injury occur after hours or at an away game, the coach will notify the Head Trainer.
