Fundamentals of Athletic Training

Lorin Cartwright was the head athletic trainer and athletic director at Pioneer High School, where she served for more than 32 years. Cartwright is the author and co-author of eight books, including the popular Preparing for the Athletic Trainers' Certification Exam. Kimberly Peer is a professor in the athletic training department at Kent State University. She teaches in the areas of professional development, ethics in allied healthcare providers, education and supervision and scientific writing.

Unit I. Professional and Administrative Aspects of Athletic Training

Chapter 1. Athletic Training as a Profession

Roles of the Athletic Trainer

The Sports Medicine Team

Becoming a Certified Athletic Trainer

Athletic Training Careers

National Athletic Trainers’ Association

Chapter 2. Administration and Professional Development

Legal Issues

Avoiding Legal Problems

Insurance

Professional Development and Continuing Education

The PREMIER Model

Chapter 3. Design and Development of the Athletic Training Facility

Facility Design and Development

Safety Factors and Planning Issues

Maintenance of Facility and Modalities

Material Safety Data Sheets

Facility Rules

Chapter 4. Documentation and Record Keeping

Medical Terminology Basics

Medical Documentation Notes

Injury Reports and Charts

Patient Confidentiality

Chapter 5. Fiscal Management

Types of Budgets

Designing a Budget

Purchasing

Inventory Management

Chapter 6. The Preparticipation Physical Exam

Preparticipation Format and Parts

Medical Information Forms

Clearance for Participation in Sport

Unit II. Basics of Human Anatomy and Physiology

Chapter 7. Introduction to Anatomy

Anatomical Position

Body Tissues

Classification of Joints

Muscle Movement

Chapter 8. Basics of Tissue Injuries

Soft-Tissue Injuries

Bone Injuries

Unit III. Athletic-Related Injuries to the Head, Spine, and Axial Region

Chapter 9. Head Injuries

Anatomy of the Head

Preventing Head Injuries

Head Injury Mechanisms

Treating Head Injuries

Chapter 10. Facial Injuries

Anatomy of the Facial Region

Preventing Facial Injuries

Treating Eye Injuries and Conditions

Treating Ear Injuries

Treating Nose Injuries

Treating Mouth Injuries

Chapter 11. Throat and Thorax Injuries

Anatomy of the Throat

Anatomy of the Thorax

Preventing Throat and Thorax Injuries

Treating Throat Injuries and Conditions

Treating Thorax Injuries and Conditions

Chapter 12. Abdominal Injuries

Anatomy of the Abdomen

Preventing Abdominal Injuries

Treating Abdominal Injuries and Conditions

Chapter 13. Spinal Injuries

Anatomy of the Spine

Postural Considerations

Preventing Spinal Injuries

Treating Lumbar Spine Injuries and Conditions

Treating Cervical Spine Injuries and Conditions

Unit IV. Athletic-Related Injuries to the Upper Extremity

Chapter 14. Shoulder Injuries

Anatomy of the Shoulder

Preventing Shoulder Injuries

Treating Shoulder Injuries

Muscle, Bursa, and Tendon Injuries

Ligament and Joint Injuries

Chapter 15. Elbow Injuries

Anatomy of the Elbow

Preventing Elbow Injuries

Treating Elbow Injuries and Conditions

Chapter 16. Wrist and Hand Injuries

Anatomy of the Wrist and Hand

Preventing Wrist and Hand Injuries

Treating Wrist and Hand Injuries and Conditions

Unit V. Athletic-Related Injuries to the Lower Extremity

Chapter 17. Hip, Pelvis, and Thigh Injuries

Anatomy of the Hip, Pelvis, and Thigh

Preventing Hip, Pelvis, and Thigh Injuries

Treating Hip, Pelvis, and Thigh Injuries and Conditions

Chapter 18. Knee Injuries

Anatomy of the Knee

Preventing Knee Injuries

Treating Knee Injuries and Conditions

Chapter 19. Foot, Ankle, and Lower-Leg Injuries

Anatomy of the Foot, Ankle, and Lower Leg

Preventing Foot, Ankle, and Lower-Leg Injuries

Treating Foot, Ankle, and Lower-Leg Injuries and Conditions

Unit VI. Rehabilitation and Reconditioning of Athletic Injuries

Chapter 20. Patient Assessment and Treatment Methods

Assessing the Athlete and Documenting the Findings

Phases of Treatment

Therapeutic Modalities

Chapter 21. Reconditioning Programs

Strength and Conditioning Principles

Types of Muscle Actions

Muscular Development Programs

Joint Flexibility

Exercises for Reconditioning Muscles

Cardiorespiratory Conditioning

A Word on Safety

Chapter 22. Psychosocial Aspects of Athletic Training

Referring an Athlete for Professional Help

Relationship Building

Practical Suggestions

Unit VII. Providing Emergency Care

Chapter 23. Planning for Emergencies

Medical Emergency Cards

The Crisis Plan

Practicing the Crisis Plan

Chapter 24. Primary and Secondary Procedures

Primary Assessment

Breathing Emergencies

Cardiopulmonary Emergencies

Hemorrhage

Preventing Communicable Disease Transmission

Secondary Assessment

HIT

Specific Conditions

PRICES Method

Chapter 25. Environmental Situations and Injuries

Heat-Related Problems

Cold-Related Problems

Severe Weather

Bites and Stings

Chapter 26. Stabilization and Transportation of Injured Athletes

Equipment Removal

Lifting and Moving an Athlete

Unit VIII. Preventing Athletic Injuries

Chapter 27. Protective Taping and Wrapping

Principles of Taping

Taping Techniques

Elastic Wrapping Techniques

Chapter 28. Protective Equipment Used in Athletics

Protective Equipment for the Head and Face

Protective Equipment for the Upper Body

Protective Equipment for the Lower Body

Unit IX. Other Athletic Conditions and Concerns

Chapter 29. Basic Diagnostic Imaging and Testing

X-Rays

Bone Scans

CT Scans

MRI

Ultrasound

DEXA Scans

PET Scans

Blood Testing

Drug Testing

Chapter 30. Conditions and Illnesses

Respiratory Conditions

Vascular Conditions

Gastrointestinal Conditions

Diabetes

Epilepsy

Arthritis

Female Athlete Triad

Rhabdomyolysis

Chapter 31. Communicable Diseases

Defending Against Microorganisms

Blood-Borne Conditions

Chapter 32. Common Drugs Used in Athletics

Therapeutic Drugs

Recreational Drugs

Performance-Enhancing Drugs

Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drugs

Drug Abuse

Safety in Distribution of Medications

Proper Disposal of Medications

Chapter 33. Nutrition and Weight Control

Major Nutrients

Healthy Diet

Understanding Food Nutrition Labels

Caloric Balance

Sport Nutrition

Popular Nutritional Supplements

Chapter 34. Athletes With Disabilities or Disorders

History of Disabled Sport

Orthopedic Disabilities

Auditory and Visual Impairments

Cardiovascular Disorders

Transplants

Neuromuscular Disorders

Assessing Participation Conditions

Common Injuries