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28 Bulletin Board 6 Synthetic marijuana use among athletes rising? … CPSDA grows its presence … Pitcher’s helmet to debut ... Holding a sports medicine symposium. Q&A

11 Robert Casmus

Catawba College Sponsored Pages 18 Power Systems 63 Balanced Body Convention Section

65 NATA Show Planner 114 NSCA Convention Preview Product News

118 Chest & Back 121 New Product Launch 122 More Products 110 Books & DVDs 112 Advertisers Directory CEU Quiz 123 For NATA and NSCA Members

128 Next Stop: Web Site On the cover: Phil Hossler performs an assessment on an athlete as part of his upgraded concussion protocols. Story begins on page 20. Photo by Bill Streicher TR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

Treating The Athlete

Protocols 20 Upgrading The standard of care for treating an athlete with a concussion is advancing at lightning speed. In this article, a Hall of Fame athletic trainer takes us inside his upgraded protocols. By Phil Hossler Nutrition

For A Championship 28 Fueled On its way to an NCAA championship last fall, the University

of Notre Dame women’s soccer team worked with the athletic department’s dietitian on eating right throughout the season. By Erika Whitman Optimum Performance

37 Although a strength and conditioning coach’s work is often Before The Play

judged by what occurs on the field, it’s their role behind the scenes that is sometimes most important. By Ryan Johnson Leadership

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Nebraska has been showing high schoolers what athletic training is all about for almost 10 years. By Jerry Weber & Dr. Jeff Rudy Sport Specific

55 The University of Florida volleyball team’s off-season strength Staying On Top

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Joe Gieck, EdD, ATR, PT Director of Sports Medicine and Prof., Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Virginia (retired) Brian Goodstein, MS, ATC, CSCS, Head Athletic Trainer, DC United Gary Gray, PT, President, CEO, Functional Design Systems Maria Hutsick, MS, ATC/L, CSCS Head Athletic Trainer, Medfield (Mass.) High School Christopher Ingersoll, PhD, ATC, FACSM Director, Graduate Programs in Sports Medicine/Athletic Training University of Virginia Allan Johnson, MS, MSCC, CSCS Sports Performance Director Velocity Sports Performance Tim McClellan, MS, CSCS Director of Perf. Enhancement, Makeplays.com Center for Human Performance Michael Merk, MEd, CSCS Director of Health & Fitness, YMCA of Greater Cleveland Jenny Moshak, MS, ATC, CSCS Assistant A.D. for Sports Medicine, University of Tennessee Steve Myrland, CSCS Owner, Manager, Perf. Coach, Myrland Sports Training, LLC, Instructor and Consultant, University of Wisconsin Sports Medicine Mike Nitka, MS, CSCS Director of Human Performance, Muskego (Wis.) High School Bruno Pauletto, MS, CSCS President, Power Systems, Inc. Stephen M. Perle, DC, MS Professor of Clinical Sciences, University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic Brian Roberts, MS, ATC, Director, Sport Performance & Rehab. Ctr. Ellyn Robinson, DPE, CSCS, CPT Assistant Professor, Exercise Science Program, Bridgewater State College Kent Scriber, EdD, ATC, PT Professor/Supervisor of Athletic Training, Ithaca College Chip Sigmon, CSCS Strength and Conditioning Coach, Carolina Medical Center

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Several states have passed legislation banning use of the drug, and the DEA officially banned K2 and the five ingredients used to make it on March 1. K2 has been linked to at least one athlete suicide. David Rozga, a former Iowa high school football player, killed himself last June following a high school graduation party. It was later revealed that Rozga had been smoking K2 that day. According to the Drug Enforcement Agency, the drug is often marketed as herbal incense. Several states have passed legislation banning use of the drug, and the DEA officially banned K2 and the five ingredients used to make it on March 1. The NCAA is following suit with a ban effective Aug. 1.

Sports Dietitians Group Making Moves The Collegiate and Professional Sports Dietitians Association (CPSDA) has made a lot of progress in its first year of existence. Since its official launch last May, the group has grown from 20 registered dietitians to more than 400 performance nutrition professionals who work with athletes at all levels. The group has a mission to “close the circle of protection around athletes with an emphasis on long-term athletic development and safety … by adding the full-time services of a sports dietitian in college, Olympic, professional and tactical (military) athletic settings.” It is headed by President Dave Ellis, RD, CSCS, who has worked with the University of Nebraska and University of Wisconsin athletic departments. Amy Bragg, RD, CSSD, LD, Director of Performance Nutrition at the University of Alabama, serves as Vice President. 6

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According to Bragg, the group started when a handful of dietitians decided that college athletic directors and other potential employers needed to better understand what they had to offer. She compares the challenge sports nutritionists face in gaining widespread acceptance to what athletic trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, and even team physicians faced years ago before they were integral parts of athletic departments. Bragg says one of the group’s ongoing efforts is bringing together people from various disciplines who are responsible for student-athlete health and welfare. “Strength coaches and athletic trainers really have a large load to carry,” she says. “We’re trying to include them in this group so we can all share best practices. If we’re able to share ideas, it will elevate our care and the athletes will benefit.” The CPSDA recently held its 2011 Conference and Clinical Symposium in Scottsdale, Ariz. The four-day event featured former University of Nebraska Head Football Coach Tom Osborne as the keynote speaker and showcased presentations on topics such as food allergies and nutrition for injured athletes and various sport-specific nutrition discussions. For more information about the CPSDA, visit: www.sportsdietitians.org.

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coming because they recognize how important coach education is,” she says. “We’d like to have this event annually and hope to increase the turnout, so having those speakers is paramount.” Topics discussed included identifying when it’s safe for athletes to return to play after injury and implementing a strength and conditioning program at the high school level. Reid spoke on heat-related illnesses and sudden death among studentathletes, with an emphasis on sickle cell trait. There were also demonstrations and a question-and-answer session following the presentations.

Symposium Targets Coach Education As part of National Athletic Training Month in March, Coahoma Community College held a sports medicine symposium for local high school coaches and athletic directors. The event was organized by CCC Head Athletic Trainer and Assistant Athletic Director Selina Reid, ATC. “A lot of coaches aren’t aware of various issues in sports medicine and safety, and I wanted to do my part to educate them,” Reid says. “Not all coaches majored in health and physical education so they don’t have the formal background training that we do as athletic trainers. By being proactive about the issues, we can prevent a problem before it occurs.” Reid contacted colleagues, both athletic trainers and those who work in other sport medicine fields, and asked if they’d be willing to speak. She found the response overwhelming. “The people I reached out to were very enthusiastic about

“There’s no way I can be at every event at once,” Reid says. “Enhancing coaches’ knowledge about student-athlete safety is especially important for the athletes at a small community college.” Reid is the only athletic trainer at Coahoma, and she feels that coaches need to learn about these issues to best serve the athletes. “There’s no way I can be at every event at once,” she says. “Enhancing coaches’ knowledge about studentathlete safety is especially important for the athletes at a small community college.” n TM

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Casmus’s continuing recognition is a result of his unwavering commitment to the profession. At Catawba, he oversees a five-person staff charged with providing coverage to 17 teams and teaches two courses. He is also a member of the school’s emergency response team, and last year he spearheaded the establishment of an Athletic Training Hall of Fame. Off campus, Casmus served on the NATA Public Relations Committee from 1998 to 2005 and is currently in the midst of his second term as a member of the North Carolina Board of Athletic Trainer Examiners and the NATA College and University Athletic Trainers Committee. Casmus began his career as Head Athletic Trainer at Chowan College in 1985, and was hired as Head Athletic Trainer at Catawba in 1990. In this interview, he talks about the biggest issue currently facing collegiate athletic trainers, why teaching future coaches about athlete safety is so important, and the keys to staying connected with alumni. T&C: What’s unique about working at a Division II school? Casmus: The main benefit is that athletic trainers at this level have a little more autonomy. It seems that at the Division I level, athletic trainers often report to the head coach, which can put extra pressure on them. At Catawba, athletic trainers report directly to the athletic director, so if I make a decision about a player, I don’t have to worry about a coach saying, “I’m going to overrule you on this.” Budgets are another big issue and we have to make sure every penny counts when we spend on supplies. At Catawba, the athletic trainers are 10-month employees. Do you really get to take two months off every year? There are still things that I need to take care of, like paTR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

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Catawba College may have to get a bigger trophy case just to house all of the awards collected by longtime Head Athletic Trainer Robert Casmus, MS, LAT, ATC, EMT. Last year, he was named an NATA Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer, which will fit nicely alongside his NCAA Division II College and University Athletic Trainer of the Year and North Carolina College and University Athletic Trainer of the Year awards.

Casmus has worked at the NCAA Division II level for more than 20 years. Throughout his career, he has also served on numerous national and state committees. perwork, ordering supplies, and making sure everything is shipped to us on time. I usually come into the office for three hours a day three to four days a week. That being said, I do take some time off during the summer and spend it playing golf and being with my family. It’s nice to have an opportunity to recharge my batteries after a long school year. You’ve been on a number of national and state committees over the years. Why is working on them so important to you? In any profession, you need to be involved and strive to make a difference. Too many people want to sit on the sidelines and let others do that kind of work. But those are the same people who also question the NATA or their state association when a decision is made they don’t agree with. I never wanted to be the guy questioning those decisions, and being involved with the committees is the best way to ensure that doesn’t happen. What advice would you give athletic trainers interested in committee work? Start small. Get involved locally or at the state level. Then, as you prove yourself and become more comfortable, opportunities will arise and you’ll be asked to do more. Don’t join a committee just so you can add it to your resume. If T&C MAY/JUNE 2011

Q&A Robert Casmus MS, LAT, ATC, EMT Head Athletic Trainer and Instructor in the Athletic Training Education Program at Catawba College Has worked at the NCAA Division II level for 21 years Awards and recognitions include NCAA Division II College and University Athletic Trainer of the Year, North Carolina College and University Athletic Trainer of the Year, and NATA Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer.

you’re on a committee, you have the opportunity to be a voice for those you represent. Take advantage of that and make a difference. What is the biggest challenge facing collegiate athletic trainers today? We really need to push for our administrators to embrace the NATA’s Recommendations and Guidelines for Appropriate Medical Coverage of Intercollegiate Athletics. We

have to show athletic directors that if schools want proper healthcare and athlete safety concerns attended to, then having adequate staffing is paramount. If a school with five athletic trainers has half a dozen games going on as well as a handful of teams practicing at the same time, that means some teams are not getting the coverage and care they need. Also, injured athletes probably aren’t able to do the rehab work they need, which can be just as important as covering a game or event.

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Q&A How do you balance being an academic instructor with your athletic training duties? At Catawba, we have an accredited athletic training program, so all of the athletic trainers here also teach, but the college

“It helps to have something you love doing outside of work. I coach my son’s Little League team and I love it. We’ve always bonded over baseball, and coaching is my opportunity to continue doing that.” does a nice job of making sure we’re not overloaded with classes. I only teach one class each semester—a first aid course in the fall and a sports healthcare class for coaching majors in the spring. Our teams are practicing and playing seven days a week, and if we’re all teaching six hours a day, there’s no time left over for us to do our primary jobs. Why did you decide to teach the class to future coaches? Only 40 percent of high schools have an athletic trainer, so coaches need to be aware of the risks that their athletes face because they might not have an athletic trainer covering their games. The goal of the course isn’t to make

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Q&A What are Catawba Athletic Training Days? These are part of the school’s general admissions day. We host an open house and invite high school students who are interested in athletic training to come. We go over the course curriculum, give them a tour of our facilities, and have our alumni speak about how they’ve used the education they got here. What sorts of things do the alumni talk about? We like to emphasize the number of different routes your career can take with an athletic training degree. In addition to becoming athletic trainers in the traditional sense, we’ve had alumni go on to be physician’s assistants, physical therapists, and professors in the field. It makes the students more aware of who we are and what we can offer them, and it’s much more effective than a brochure sitting in a guidance counselor’s office. Why did you establish an Athletic Training Hall of Fame at Catawba last year? We’ve had over 150 graduates and so many have gone on to be successful and do great things, but unless they were a standout athlete who was inducted into the school’s athletic hall of fame, there was no way for them to be recognized by the athletic department. I think it’s important to honor the alumni athletic trainers who have excelled since graduating.

How important is it to foster a connection between alumni and the athletic training education program? It’s very important, not only for the athletic training program, but for the college as well. It’s great to see the students come back and attend on-campus events such as homecoming. A lot of our fundraising dollars come from our alumni, so it’s important that we continue communicating with them after graduation. We send out a newsletter every summer letting them know about any changes or updates to the program, and if they send us a donation, we always write a thank-you note and send it right away. It’s almost like a coach recruiting an athlete. You have to keep at it. What are your keys to maintaining a healthy worklife balance? It helps that I have a very supportive spouse, because my hours are usually long. Often, my day will start at 8 a.m. and not end until late at night. My wife Teresa has always supported what I’ve done, which makes it much easier. It also helps to have something you love doing outside of work. I coach my son’s Little League team and I love it. We’ve always bonded over baseball, and coaching is my opportunity to continue doing that. As I’ve gotten further along in my career, I’ve learned how to avoid overextending myself by saying no to some requests. n

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Author Phil Hossler performs a concussion assessment on an East Brunswick (N.J.) High School athlete.

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TREATING THE ATHLETE

Upgrading Protocols The standard of care for treating an athlete with a concussion is advancing at lightning speed. In this article, a Hall of Fame athletic trainer takes us inside his upgraded protocols.

By Phil Hossler

hese days, it is rare for a week to pass without seeing a headline about concussions. There are stories about the steps sport governing bodies are taking to prevent concussions. There are articles on legislation being implemented in various states across the country. And there are reports on new research findings. There are also heartbreaking stories documenting what happens when a concussion leaves lasting scars or leads to a tragic outcome. We are hearing about how athletes who have suffered multiple concussions now struggle with cognitive issues. And each new case of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is reported in detail. As athletic trainers, we have known about the dangers of concussions far longer than most people. However, we aren’t the only ones worrying about the issue anymore. In response to the heightened amount of attention currently focused on the issue, it is critical for athletic trainers to upgrade their policies and procedures for dealing with this injury. It is no longer acceptable to simply record, evaluate, and monitor a concussed athlete. We must now develop a “portfolio” mentality when handling concussions, which entails a more collaborative and documented approach. TR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

CHANGING LANDSCAPE The media’s focus on concussions is a very positive change for student-athlete welfare. It is leading to more funding for research on concussions, is helping everyone understand the dangers of the injury, and will hopefully allow the public to better appreciate the importance of athletic trainers in all settings. But it has also changed the landscape for us in three major ways that we must address. Public Interest: Due to increased media attention, parents now know more about the dangers of concussions and many of them have questions about the issue. We need to be prepared for their questions and welcome them. Better yet, we should be proactive about educating parents and have educational materials ready and waiting for those who want more information. To start, speak at preseason parents meetings about concussions and how you handle them at your school. Offer a handout to parents marked “Retain This Page For Your Records” with basic information on concussions, and include a statement about concussions as a part of the Informed Consent portion of preparticipation examination forms. Then, be sure your athletic training room is viewed as a trusted source for more information on concussions. As a reminder of the seriousness of the injury, hang posters in your facility that de-

pict signs and symptoms of concussions. Have easily accessible handouts with in-depth information—for example, a sheet detailing signs and symptoms. If possible, create a page on the school Web site with downloadable files and links to more information for parents and athletes to explore. (Many good resources are available from the Centers for Disease Conrol at: www.cdc.gov/ Concussion.) In addition, speak to your coaches and teams about noteworthy indicators of possible concussions. New Laws: Several states have or are in the process of implementing legislation to prevent athletes from returning to play too soon after a concussion by requiring a doctor to clear the athlete. This is a great help in convincing coaches and athletes about the importance of making a full recovery from a concussion. But it also means we need to take a collaborative approach with local physicians on establishing and adhering to return-to-play criteria. It is very difficult for a doctor to Phil Hossler, MS, ATC, is Head Athletic Trainer at East Brunswick (N.J.) High School. He was inducted into the NATA Hall of Fame in 1999 and is a former President of the Eastern Athletic Trainers’ Association. The author of four books, two of which are on concussions, he can be reached at: hossleratc@msn.com. T&C MAY/JUNE 2011

TREATING THE ATHLETE determine an athlete’s readiness to go back on the field during a 15-minute office visit. A physician needs a full report on the athlete’s progress in order to make an informed decision, and it becomes our duty to provide that through careful documentation. Continued Research: The amount of research being conducted on concussions is growing exponentially. This is fantastic, but the ever-increasing amount of information can be difficult to keep up with and sort through. However, it does require that we keep 11-057 Ad_Layout 1 3/31/11 10:24 AM Page 1

up on the topic. As the leaders of activity healthcare, we need to attend meetings, search the Internet, seek learning opportunities, and explore new avenues of information acquisition. Due to these three major changes, a larger box of tools is needed to handle all the aspects of a concussion. To make sure I always have my bases covered, I created the Concussion Assessment and Management Portfolio (CAMP). When you were getting ready to go to summer camp as a youngster, you were given a list of things you needed to pack.

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When working with concussed athletes, CAMP provides a list to ensure I am thoroughly prepared for handling any concussion situation. It includes tools for initial evaluations, tracking progress, more thorough diagnostic tests, communicating, and handling returnto-play decisions. Just as important, CAMP also allows for thorough documentation. The process enables me to efficiently document all signs and symptoms, test results, and feedback from the concussed athlete. I can then easily produce an individualized portfolio to track progress and

It is important to remember that if headaches or other symptoms occur at any step, the activity needs to be stopped. The athlete should then wait 24 hours and restart at the previous symptom-free level. share with the athlete’s other healthcare providers and parents. I will detail how it works in the following sections. INITIAL EVALUATION The first component of CAMP is a list of options for the initial evaluation. Anytime a concussion is suspected, an assessment should be performed on the athlete immediately. As recently as a few years ago, athletes were re-entering games after a hit to the head as soon as they passed a quick sideline test. We now know that assessing a concussion is not so simple. To start, athletes with concussions exhibit varying symptoms. While one athlete might briefly lose consciousness, another might not. One athlete might act confused and slur their speech, yet another may act and speak clearly. The list of possible signs and symptoms is lengthy and must be understood by the assessing athletic trainer to ensure that he or she doesn’t miss or underestimate a concussion. Secondly, no one test has proven 100 percent effective in assessing the severity of a concussion. The American College of Sports Medicine has concluded that while multiple symptom scales and assessment tools are available, no single TR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

TREATING THE ATHLETE tool has proven superior. In fact, many common tests are based more on opinion than rigorous scientific evaluation. That’s why the latest recommendations on assessing concussions call for a multi-pronged approach. The NATA position statement on concussions states, “a combination of tests for cognition, postural stability, and self-reported symptoms” should be used. Deciding which assessment tools to employ may depend on your specific situation and resources. (See “First Step” on page 24 for a list of assessment tests.) Keep in mind that you want evaluations which allow you to: • Record signs and symptoms • Record findings at varying time lengths • Conduct mental and physical dexterity tests • Conduct immediate and delayed memory tests • Track progress in order to collaborate with others. Along with determining whether a concussion has occurred, the initial evaluation is the starting point of its treatment. A key element of caring for a concussed athlete is watching their progress using follow-up evaluations that can be compared to the initial assessment. MONITORING RECOVERY The next step of CAMP entails monitoring the injured athlete. Along with encouraging complete physical and mental rest, athletic trainers should closely watch concussed student-athletes on a daily basis. School nurses, coaches, teachers, and parents can help do this as well. During this early recovery stage, look for any changes in personality, problems with school work, behavior, or memory, sensitivity to light and noise, headaches, and other symptoms related to neurocognitive function. To help keep track of such symptoms, I use two forms: the Post-Concussion 7-Day Symptom Scale and the PostConcussion 8-Week Checklist (see note at the end of this article for how to access these lists). These forms provide an easy way to record any symptoms the athlete has, such as headaches, trouble sleeping, or behavioral changes. I give these forms to the athlete’s parents and ask them to use the list of symptoms to identify and monitor changes in their child. Involving the athlete’s parents has the benefit of recording symptoms that may be present outside of school and TR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

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FIRST STEP The following are evaluation forms that may be used for initial concussion assessment. Graded Symptom Checklist: The NATA recommends using this checklist. It includes scales that allow a Likerttype rating of concussion-related symptoms, permitting the quantification of severity and/or duration. Acute Concussion Evaluation: The ACE includes a myriad of components such as injury characteristics, a symptom checklist, risk factors for protracted recovery, and a list of red flags for acute emergency management along with detailed explanations. It is available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Standardized Assessment of Concussion: The SAC was designed to assess orientation, immediate memory, concentration, and delayed memory recall. Also included are exertional maneuvers as well as three different versions to allow follow-up testing. Sport Concussion Assessment Tool: The SCAT provides broad explanations of signs and symptoms the athlete

helps the parents feel they are a part of the recovery process. Concussed athletes report to me every day. They perform a self-assessment of their signs and symptoms each visit for a minimum of seven days. In addition, during subsequent days, I may perform a repeat neurocognitive test or a vestibular (balance) test. I also explain to the athlete why this careful monitoring is necessary. They must understand that any symptoms, including changes in their personality, schoolwork, behavior, or memory, need to be reported and recorded. One way to ensure athletes understand the significance of their injury is to have easy-to-understand educational tools in the athletic training room. These can include videos, books and pamphlets, or whatever you feel will work for your student-athletes. In our athletic training room, I have a dedicated computer equipped with headphones on which student-athletes can view a PowerPoint presentation I created with my own voice narration. Even after they have been released from daily monitoring, athletes should continue to be checked frequently. Cleared cannot mean forgotten. Ask about and validate changes in symp24

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may experience, including post-concussive areas, signs to look for 24 to 48 hours post-injury, and a symptom checklist. Sport Concussion Assessment Tool 2: The SCAT2 combines features from the SAC, Glasgow Coma Scale, Maddock sideline assessment questions, and balance assessments. It includes an informational sheet to give to the athlete and provides immediate diagnosis as well as follow-up parameters. CDC Checklist: Included within its recently released guidelines, Heads Up to Schools—Know Your Concussion ABCs, the CDC offers this grading chart. The checklist provides nine observed signs, nine physical symptoms, five cognitive symptoms, and four emotional symptoms to be reviewed immediately after a possible concussion and again in 5 minutes, 30 minutes, and at later intervals.

toms to avoid unforeseen and tragic possibilities. Educate the athlete that changes can occur even if they feel better—they should know that their condition can actually worsen over time. It’s also important to not rely on the student-athlete alone to report symptoms, since an athlete’s desire to return to activity may overrule common sense. Research demonstrates that athletes often underreport their condition in order to get back to competition, so be sure to also use tests not controlled by the athlete, such as computer assessment and balance protocols. RETURNING TO PLAY A study conducted about 10 years ago found that athletes were returning to play after a concussion far too early. It showed that 30 percent of all high school and collegiate football players who sustained concussions returned to competition on the same day of the injury, and the remaining 70 percent averaged just four days of rest before playing again. Many return-to-play guidelines call for the athletes to be symptom free for at least seven days after a concussion before returning to participation. But even the seven-day recommendation

should be viewed only as a guideline. It is much better for all parties to follow a process that carefully monitors progress, instead of simply waiting a certain number of days before allowing the athlete to play again. Usually, concussed athletes start to recover rapidly once the feelings of fogginess disappear. When they have no headaches or other concussion symptoms for a predetermined number of days, they can begin a graduated return-to-play exercise program under the care of an athletic trainer or physician. Recommended at the 2008 Zurich Concussion Conference, return-to-play programs should include the following stages: No Activity: Complete physical and cognitive (mental) rest with the objective of recovery. Light Aerobic Exercise: Walking, swimming, or use of a stationary bicycle, keeping intensity under 70 percent of maximum predicted heart rate. The goal is to increase the heart rate to assess how the athlete reacts to this small amount of exertion. Sport-Specific Exercise: This can include any simple movement activities that don’t involve the risk of head impact like skating drills in ice hockey or TR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

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WORKING WITH TEACHERS Recovery from a concussion requires complete rest from physical activity. Equally important, but not as widely known, is the need for mental rest. When a student suffers a concussion, his or her teachers should be notified. You can provide them with these tips: • Mental rest is critical. Have the athlete take “brain breaks.” • Reduce time spent in school as needed. Rebuild it slowly. • Reduce assignments and workload. • Encourage a “study buddy” to be there when needed. • Give assignments in written format rather than orally. • Use step-by-step assignment sheets. • Work cooperatively with and report any unusual behavior to the school nurse, athletic trainer, parents, and physician.

running drills in soccer to assess the athlete’s response. Non-Contact Training Drills: The athlete progresses to more complex training drills, such as passing drills in football and ice hockey. Here, we are assessing if the athlete can coordinate movements during exercise, which tests brain function coupled with the sport activity. Full-Contact Practice: Following medical clearance, the athlete participates in normal training activities. The goal here is to restore confidence and allow the coaching staff to assess functional skills. Return to Play: Normal play is allowed, with close monitoring for any symptoms. During this process, it is important to remember that if headaches or other symptoms occur at any step, the activity needs to be stopped. The athlete should then wait 24 hours and restart at the previous symptom-free level. You should also monitor recovery through assessment testing. Currently, the gold standard is baseline neurocognitive testing, which evaluates the athlete’s decision-making ability, reaction time, attention, and memory. Neurocognitive tests should be performed on all athletes during the preseason to establish a baseline score. In the event that an athlete sustains a concussion, 26

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the multi-component test can be administered again and the findings compared to the athlete’s baseline result. In addition to neurocognitive testing, the Balance Error Scoring System (BESS) provides a portable, cost-effective, and objective method of assessing static postural stability, and takes approximately 10 minutes to conduct. The athlete is timed and scored as they hold single-leg, double-leg, and tandem stances on two different surfaces, one stable and one unstable, for 20 seconds. Each of the tests is scored by counting the athlete’s errors or deviations from the proper stance. ALL IN WRITING This leads us to what may be the most critical aspect of CAMP: documentation. Whether new laws in your state require a doctor to clear an athlete before return to play or not, it’s a good idea to do so, which means you need to document and share all assessments and forms with the athlete’s physician. Therefore, it is key that testing and monitoring be recorded systematically and in a way that is easily interpreted by a physician. To accomplish this, I use an evaluation log, which records all tests and their results for the entire duration

of the episode. Each entry includes the date, evaluation tool used, and results. The results area also has room for notes, such as “copy of symptom scale and checklist sent home with parents.” Before giving this log to a physician, I summarize all the results from the multiple assessment tools. It can also be helpful to make an introductory call to the athlete’s physician and explain the assessment and documentation procedures you’ll be using. In addition, I have found it immensely helpful to keep two additional logs. One is a communication log. Consistent communication about a concussed athlete is critical and should occur among everyone working with the athlete. This log includes the date, whom I spoke with, and an area for notes. The second is a return-to-play log, which records steps, dates, and the athlete’s reactions as he or she goes through the systematic return-to-play criteria. Tracking all conversations, therapy sessions, evaluation tools, dates, and athlete reactions will allow the physician to make a much more informed decision. It may also be legally prudent. Documentation of actions may prove invaluable should legal action be taken. WORKING WITH PARENTS While concussion awareness among the general public has greatly increased in recent years, there are still many parents who do not understand the seriousness of the injury. Some may remember their own playing days when people referred to “getting their bell rung” while others may not understand why their child has to sit out when they appear to be healthy and able to play. In addition to having educational resources available for parents, I try to communicate directly and frequently with them after their child suffers a concussion. One main topic is why it is critical to not allow an athlete to continue to play. There are three talking points I use during this discussion: Complete Rest is Needed: I explain, first of all, that recovery from a concussion requires complete rest. If an athlete continues to participate in a sport, his or her head is being put through vigorous exercise that it is not ready for. In fact, new research suggests student-athletes who are too active not just on the field, but at home and school, may be hindering their reTR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

TREATING THE ATHLETE covery. The brain uses glucose as a fuel for activity and recovery. If the brain is busy reading, watching videos, texting, and so forth, the glucose stores will not be available for recovery. Second-Impact Syndrome: An even more important reason to keep players off the field is to ensure that a second concussion is not sustained while the brain is healing. Although still not completely understood, second-impact syndrome appears to occur when an athlete suffers a second concussion before symptoms from the first have disappeared.

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It is key that testing and monitoring be recorded systematically and in a way that is easily interpreted by a physician. To accomplish this, I use an evaluation log ... Each entry includes the date, evaluation tool used, and results. Second-impact syndrome is associated with severe injury to the brain, including death. The risk is considered highest among people 20 years old or younger. Recurrent Concussions: Even after symptoms of a concussion have gone away, athletes may face a greater risk of suffering subsequent concussions. There is also some indication that symptoms may be more severe than the first occurrence. One study found that athletes with three or more concussions were nine times more likely to have more severe concussion symptoms than players with no prior history of concussion. Multiple concussions are also connected to increased risk for depression and early dementia. Brain autopsies have found that athletes who suffered numerous concussions can develop CTE, which is linked with cognitive impairment and depression. The goal is not to scare parents, but to make them partners in the recovery process. Their input about how the athlete is acting at home, including sleeping patterns, can be very helpful. To keep them involved in the process, I take the time to share test results, concerns, and a recovery plan. Today, there are many more tools availTR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

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Fueled For A Championship On its way to an NCAA championship last fall, the University of Notre Dame women’s soccer team worked with the athletic department’s dietitian on eating right throughout the season. By Erika Whitman

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rguably the toughest part of a nutritionist’s job is getting the athletes we work with to implement the advice we provide them about performance nutrition for consistent results. It’s easy to give athletes the right information about fueling for their sport—the hard part is getting them to follow through on it. It takes constant education, effort, and sometimes creativity. Here at the University of Notre Dame, nutrition is considered a critical component to performance and the support I receive from the rest of the athletic department in this area certainly makes my job easier. Our sport coaches, strength and conditioning staff members, and administrators all emphasize the importance of nutrition right alongside our athletes’ training regimens on and off the field. But I’ve found that if the athletes themselves don’t truly understand why a consistent, healthy diet is so important, they’re much less likely to effecErika Whitman, RD, CSSD, is the Sports Dietitian at the University of Notre Dame, where she oversees the nutrition needs of more than 700 student-athletes in 26 varsity sports. TR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

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NUTRITION tively process the information I give them. In recent years, I’ve had success in helping our athletes remember key nutrition concepts—and act on them— with an acronym they won’t easily forget: The Fighting I-R-I-S-H. I-Intake adequate fuel R-Recovery nutrition for daily training I-Include top performance foods from all food groups S-Schedule a fueling plan to optimize training H-Hydrate to keep the body running efficiently A great example of athletes who took this acronym to heart last year is our national champion women’s soccer team. I’m confident that the squad increased its competitive edge by following through on these five key concepts throughout the season. Here’s a look

at how I customized the I-R-I-S-H acronym for the team. INTAKE ADEQUATE FUEL Though it’s a simple and universally accepted concept that athletes must fuel their bodies with food in order for their muscles to operate efficiently, many athletes don’t meet this basic goal. In a sport like soccer, energy stores are critically important as the duration and intensity of the game place great demand on the energy stored in the body. Glycogen (stored carbohydrates in the liver and muscles) is the main fuel that powers the body during long, strenuous activity like a soccer game, so it’s important for soccer athletes to keep their tanks full. Some telling research in 2009 found that soccer players who had low lev-

els of glycogen stores covered 25 percent less distance and spent a greater amount of time walking than players who had adequate glycogen levels. Soccer athletes must understand that they will not achieve optimal performance levels if they don’t properly fuel for practices and competition. It’s important to note that even within the same sport, energy needs vary from athlete to athlete. Factors such as duration of play, position, level of activity off the field, and body composition all play a role in determining a player’s fuel intake requirements. Individual diet plans should be based on athlete’s specific needs and performance goals, not just the sport they play. Still, it’s best to start with some average numbers. The typical elite-level female soccer player needs between

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Fresh, steamed, frozen, grilled, or canned spinach, carrots, green beans, tomatoes, and corn

Provides potassium, fiber, vitamins A and C, and other vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Vegetables are also filling, low fat, and low calorie.

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most every day of the week should actually begin well before activity. The best pre-activity foods for soccer players are rich in carbohydrates to provide a quick energy source and protein to protect against muscle breakdown and delay energy availability. These foods should also contain minimal fat since fat takes longer to digest. The type and amount of food consumed is dependent on how much time the athlete has before activity. Fortunately, pregame meals are one time that I can make sure the athletes have plenty of proper foods to choose from. I also explain to them that these are the types of choices they should be making daily to ensure they are fully fueled for activity. Our soccer team’s pregame meals are typically scheduled three to four hours prior to game time. I encourage players to also have a snack like a granola bar, half of a bagel, small sports bar, piece of fruit, or yogurt one to two hours before the first whistle blows. The NCAA championship game was held in the afternoon last fall, and the squad’s pregame meal included pancakes, eggs, various breads and bagels, assorted cereals, fresh fruits, milk, juice, water, and condiments like peanut butter and jelly. If the game were held later in the evening, the meal would have consisted of grilled chicken, steamed vegetables, pasta, rice, salads, rolls, and fresh fruits. The next step to maximizing performance is maintaining fuel availability during activity. Because of their fastacting properties, carbohydrates are the most efficient fuel source during exercise. The general recommendation is 30 to 60 grams of carbohydrates per hour of exercise if the training bout lasts longer than an hour at moderate to vigorous intensity. Soccer obviously fits this criteria since an NCAA game is at least 90 minutes long. Examples of carbohydrate-rich supplements good for use during activity include various sports drinks and energy chews, gummies, or sport beans. It is important players consume sources their stomachs can tolerate during exercise. Supplemental sports bars and beverages can be a great option during a practice or game, but I suggest athletes experiment with them at practice before using them during competition. Although nutrition may be the last thing on an athlete’s mind after a game or practice, I spend a lot of time stressTR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

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NUTRITION ing the importance of refueling within the “30-minute window” immediately following activity. During this time, the body is rebuilding at its fastest rate, using carbohydrates to replenish glycogen stores and repairing muscles via protein resynthesis. To improve this recovery, soccer ath-

sumed every two to four hours until the next pregame or pre-practice meal when the cycle begins all over again. INCLUDE TOP FOODS Unfortunately, college athletes are prone to the same temptations as their non-athlete friends. It’s easy for first-year players

Sticking with a good eating schedule involves planning. I sit down with our players early in the season to outline their schedules and identify convenient and optimal meal and snack times for each day of the week. letes should consume 30 to 60 grams of carbohydrates and 10 to 20 grams of protein within the 30-minute window. Examples of foods that include these ratios are chocolate milk, a sandwich that includes a lean protein like turkey, a yogurt parfait, cheese and crackers, pretzels, trail mix with dried fruit and nuts, or a carbohydrate- and proteincontaining shake or bar. A well-balanced meal within two hours will further enhance the recovery process. Regular meals and snacks should be con-

who come from homes that don’t regularly stock potato chips, sugary cereals, soda, and frozen pizza to be tempted by these previously forbidden foods. We focus on the 80-20 rule, which states that 80 percent of an athlete’s diet should consist of top performance foods, with only 20 percent of their diet made up of those less nutritious foods some athletes feel they just can’t live without. It’s my job to make sure our athletes understand why some of those favorite foods are not good choices and

which ones are. (When necessary, we may shift the percentages to rename this the 90-10 rule.) Healthy food doesn’t have to mean boring food. Variety is important both in appealing to the athlete’s palate and in making sure our players meet nutrient needs necessary for the body to convert stored energy into available energy. A great way to illustrate what this looks like is to create a healthy plate with real food or using food models. Create examples of meals and snacks so they can see the differences in color and nutrients on healthy, balanced plates of food versus plates that lack variety and color, and therefore important nutrients. One tip I give our players is to make sure each meal has at least three different food groups represented on the plate. And from meal to meal, the foods that fit into each food group should also change. For example, if a player only eats broccoli and never spinach to represent the vegetable group, she will get a lot of vitamin C and calcium but miss out on a great source of iron and vitamin A. (For examples of top foods in

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NUTRITION each food group, see “Top Performance Foods” on page 30.) SCHEDULE FOR OPTIMIZATION College athletes’ daily routines are often hectic. There are classes, meetings, practices, lifting sessions, and hopefully some socializing time, too. But none are an excuse for nutrition to be put on the backburner. That’s why sticking with a good eating schedule involves planning. I sit down with our players early in the season to outline their schedules and identify convenient and optimal meal and snack times for each day of the week. I emphasize the importance of avoiding long periods between scheduled meals or snacks, and show them what it means to balance calorie intake throughout the day. Dining halls are good options in many cases, but they’re not open very late at night after a long practice. And during the day when classes are going on, students may not have enough time for a sit-down meal. Some easy snack ideas that I suggest to athletes for these crunched times include granola bars, trail mix, sports bars, a piece of fruit, a cup of yogurt, or a peanut and butter jelly sandwich they made in the morning before they left for class. HYDRATE FOR EFFICIENCY Last, but certainly not least, hydration is not only important for proper fueling, but also to guard against dehydration and heat illness during the hottest months of the year. Similar to scheduling when athletes eat during the day, I’ve found that it’s important to outline a hydration plan. In addition to maintaining fluid intake throughout the day, soccer players need to begin seriously hydrating for competition two to three hours before the start of play. This means at least 14 to 22 ounces of water or a sports drink, then another six to 12 ounces every 10 to 20 minutes as tolerated up until game time. During competition, six to 12 ounces every 15 to 20 minutes is suggested. And at least 16 to 24 ounces per pound of fluid lost is recommended after practices and games. This is going to sound like a whole lot of liquid to the athletes, but I tell them performance has been shown to visibly decrease when fluid losses reach two percent of an athlete’s body weight (or three pounds of fluid weight loss in a 150-pound athlete). Game time is one of the toughest stretchTR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

es for soccer players to stay on top of their hydration. With few clock stoppages and subbing opportunities, the athletes are on the go constantly. I advise our players to use every opportunity that arises—after a goal, a penalty, or maybe when the ball is kicked far out of bounds—to grab a water bottle from the sideline. I also make sure our players know how to look to their own bodies for information on their hydration status. For example, the color and smell of their urine reveals a lot. Clear and odor-free is the goal, and the darker brown and

stronger the odor, the more dehydrated they are. The players are advised to watch their urine carefully throughout the day for these signs. As a sports dietitian dealing with the subject every day, it can be easy to forget that most athletes spend little time thinking about what they eat and drink. However, with a little prompting and reminders of how it can improve their performance, they will make better choices. I’ve found here at Notre Dame that sometimes all it takes is one little word. n

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By Ryan Johnson

obi, a former football player here at Wayzata High School in Plymouth, Minn., will likely go down as one of my favorite success stories. He and his parents came to the United States from Liberia when he was young. When Tobi arrived at our high school, his athletic skills were off the charts—he could run, jump, and catch like no other football player on the team and was a huge contributor at wide receiver. But Tobi’s education level was lacking, and he needed to attend summer school classes throughout his time at Wayzata. This meant that he couldn’t attend team lifting and running sessions over the summer, so he and I met

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privately every day after school and trained together. Tobi’s situation became further complicated when his mother returned to Liberia to tend to some family matters. Unfortunately, Tobi and his father lost contact with her and without a second household income they soon found themselves in financial trouble. Tobi had every reason to feel sorry for himself and throw in the towel by quitting the team, but he stuck with our training regimen. At the end of the summer, Tobi’s classes concluded and he was able to join the team for the final week of training and what we call the Trojan Olympics. To his teammates’ astonishment, Tobi proceeded to blow them away in

almost every category. He then went on to lead the team to the state championship that season. The best part was that his mother was able to return to the U.S. in time to see it happen. Though Tobi’s academic troubles continued to plague him as he was recruited by various colleges, he attended a junior college before getting into an NCAA Ryan Johnson, CSCS, is the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach and a physical education teacher at Wayzata High School in Plymouth, Minn. He was named the Minnesota NSCA 2010 High School Strength and Conditioning Professional of the Year and can be reached at: Ryan.Johnson@wayzata. k12.mn.us. T&C MAY/JUNE 2011

Optimum performance Division I school where he is living out his American dream of getting a college degree and playing football. I’m proud to know that the extra hours he spent lifting and conditioning with me and on his own helped prepare him both physically and mentally for his academic and athletic journey.

ing coach. In this article, I hope to dispense some advice on how you can do the same by sharing a few stories that ended up teaching me a lot. COACH COMMUNICATION It’s not uncommon to have multi-sport athletes at the high school level, and

I’ve asked our athletic director to provide me with an opportunity to speak to all of the sport coaches at one time. I offer to talk to their teams about working in the weightroom and answer any questions they might have about what I do. Wouldn’t it be great if every athlete we worked with had Tobi’s drive? Of course! But it’s not always easy being a high school strength and conditioning coach. Some athletes don’t want to be in the weightroom, and at times, dealing with sport coaches and parents can be very challenging. Over the 10 years I’ve been coaching and teaching at this level, I’ve learned a lot about how to handle some of the more difficult situations that can crop up for a strength and condition-

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generally speaking, this is a great thing. More and more research tells us that specializing in one sport can result in overuse injuries, so we definitely advocate going out for multiple teams here at Wayzata. It makes the athletes more well rounded, and the teams are more athletic. But problems can arise with scheduling when jumping from one sport directly into another. For example, a lot of our football players also play basketball, which presents an issue because they are usually still playing football

while the rest of the basketball squad is preparing for the start of the season. And the further the football team goes into the playoffs, the more basketball prep time these players miss. To compound the issue, our football team is very good and has won three state titles in the past decade. Meanwhile, though our basketball team is also very talented, the squad plays in the same section as the perennial state champion—a nationally ranked team—and hasn’t been nearly as successful as the football program. Needless to say, the combination of these elements can be very frustrating for our basketball coach. Over the years, the basketball and football coaches and I have talked about the issue, and I helped broker a compromise that set up some specific lifting sessions just for those athletes who played both football and basketball. It seemed to be working well, until one day a former football player who was interning in our weightroom made a comment to one of the dual-sport athletes about doing a workout that was “a tough football workout and not a lame shootaround in the gym.” When

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Optimum performance the basketball coach caught wind of the comment, he stormed into the weightroom and proceeded to chew me out. I felt terrible, and wasn’t very happy with the intern. I explained to him that the relationship between the two programs was very delicate and it was not acceptable for him to influence any of the players because of his ties to one of the teams. I then found the basketball coach in the gym and approached him. He apologized for losing his cool, and I assured him that I had a stern talk with the intern and it wouldn’t happen again. While I am lucky to work with understanding sport coaches, there are still times when we aren’t on the same page. If a coach is misinformed or simply uneducated about something you’re doing in the weightroom, take time to find out what their concerns are, then calmly explain the reasons behind your methods and decisions. I’ve found it’s best to present this info in simple, easy-tounderstand terms rather than sending them a technical journal article or regurgitating one word-for-word. Informal conversations with coaches even when there is not a problem are

also beneficial. Being friendly and cordial with each other is important so that if a problem does arise, you have already established a comfortable and respectful relationship. To do this, I’ve asked our athletic director to provide me with an opportunity to speak to all of the sport coaches at one time. During this time, I offer to talk to their teams about working in the weightroom and answer any questions they might have about what I do. My message is clear and realistic: My goal as a strength coach is to increase their athletes’ performance and decrease their risk of injury, but there is no magic workout that will automatically build state champions. One other thing I’ve done with sport coaches is encourage them to attend the strength and conditioning workshops offered at the various conferences and clinics they attend throughout the year. These sessions can be very eye opening for them and our coaches often return to school ready to learn more about what our weightroom can offer their athletes. However, despite all of a strength coach’s efforts, it’s quite possible a sport coach still won’t want to get their team

involved in strength training. There is a coach here at Wayzata who wants nothing to do with the strength program, and I’ve had to learn to be okay with that. If a coach is polite and says, “No thanks,” I accept their decision and concentrate on working with the coaches and teams that want to be in the weightroom. TOUGH PARENTS At a recent banquet, I heard a fellow coach joking that his dream job was to coach at an orphanage—because there wouldn’t be any parents for him to deal with. Though I’ve worked with some terrific parents over the years, there are definitely days when I agree with his statement. One incident in particular comes to mind. A couple of years ago, the father of one of our football players blamed me when his son didn’t make the varsity football squad. He told me I failed to make his son a football player and that as the strongest kid in his class, he should have made the varsity squad. Though quite taken aback, I calmly agreed that his son was indeed very

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Optimum performance strong. Additionally, I told the father about working with his son on his speed and agility, and he excelled in these areas as well. But I also explained that there is a lot more to being a varsity-level football player than physical prowess. I work closely with our football coaching staff and knew that the position coaches simply didn’t feel the player was ready for varsity competition, and I was comfortable speaking on their behalf. I could have simply told the father that I didn’t pick the team and referred him to the head coach instead, but I got the feeling he believed that my time spent with his son in the weightroom was a waste. In this case, a face-to-face meeting with the athlete’s father was critical to diffusing the situation because it allowed us both to vent our frustrations in an open environment. Before I spoke to the par-

ent, I made sure the athletic director and coaching staff were able to be present as well. Administrators can act as mediators, and they also support the school, so if you haven’t done anything wrong, your athletic director should always have your back. And because the issue was about a decision the coaching staff had made, not me, I wanted to make sure they were fully informed about how I was responding to the father’s accusation. While speaking to the father in the meeting, I remained calm and eventoned. He was upset, and so was I, but I didn’t let him see my frustration. It would have been easy to raise my voice to defend myself, but I knew that to be the bigger person, I had to keep my emotions at bay. In the end, he agreed to drop the issue. In the meeting, it had become obvious quickly that the father was

MENTORING ROLE The role of a mentor is usually reserved for sport coaches and teachers. As a strength coach, I consider myself lucky to have become a mentor to some of the athletes that have passed through the hallways here at Wayzata High School in Plymouth, Minn. Nancy first walked into the weightroom as a timid sophomore who had been advised to enroll in my strength and conditioning class by her physical therapist. An accomplished ballet dancer, she had recently undergone a relatively minor surgical procedure on her hip, and her physical therapist thought it would be advantageous for her to do some strengthening work in the weightroom as part of her rehab. It was immediately apparent that Nancy was apprehensive and uncomfortable in a weightroom. We began slowly at first, following the exact exercises her physical therapist had prescribed. But it wasn’t long before she started asking me about the science behind the exercises we were doing. And some of her questions were pretty tough! Over time, Nancy became really interested in strength and conditioning and began taking more of the weightlifting classes offered here at Wayzata. Her senior year, she was named the school’s physical education student of the year—and her interest didn’t wane. Nancy is currently attending the University of Minnesota, where she is in the dance program and also currently interning with the school’s strength and conditioning program. She’s interested in finding a graduate program where she can continue on the exercise science path. In this profession, there is no better feeling than when we turn non-believers into believers. Though Nancy was apprehensive at first, she was also open-minded. When she realized that the strength training exercises she was doing were helping her recover and become stronger, she wanted to know more about how it all worked. And as her teacher, I got to open the door for her.

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acting out of desperation for his child. He just wanted the best for him, and I happened to be the one he blamed. Overall, I’ve found that when a parent has a complaint, it’s good to have a systematic strategy. Here’s what I do: If a parent e-mails me with a concern, I respond via e-mail once in a timely manner. If they e-mail again, I ask for their phone number or for them to call me. As easy as it is to keep firing e-mails back and forth, that’s not an effective way to solve a problem. When it comes to dealing with parents, proper and professional communication is especially important. Don’t let a parent’s complaints rattle you, but don’t ignore them either. Instead, ask if you might be able to help by explaining your reasoning or your side of the issue. Most often, the parent just wants to understand the situation more clearly. WARY OF THE WEIGHTROOM Megan was a remarkable basketball player—tall, athletic, great ball handling skills, a nice shot, and quite driven. But she wasn’t too keen on working out in the weightroom despite being more slender and not as strong as some of her teammates and opponents. Instead of coming into the weightroom for our summer lifting program with her teammates, Megan opted to work with a private coach on her basketball skills. And during the fall, she decided to join the cross country team to “stay in shape” for basketball. The problem was that Megan needed to put on weight and get stronger if she was going to accomplish her goal of obtaining an NCAA Division I basketball scholarship. But Megan’s basketball coach wanted her in the gym, her cross country coach wanted her out running, and her parents wanted her to stay out of the weightroom because they were concerned that weight training would negatively affect her shot. I’m sure a lot of strength coaches have been faced with this problem. You may encounter female athletes who are hesitant to weight train because they’re afraid of “bulking up.” Or perhaps an entire team is told by their sport coach that they need to work on their sportspecific skills during the off-season instead of participating in a lifting program. In Megan’s case, she and her coaches and parents didn’t fully understand the benefits of weight training. What is a strength coach to do in this situation? With Megan, I began tackTR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

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ing with the skills coach outside of the weightroom. I asked her cross county coach whether he wanted what was best for Megan or his team’s success, and he admitted that it may look like he was being selfish but he really wanted what was best for her. I told him if that were true, he would send Megan to the weightroom. At this point, I talked to my athletic director about my frustrations. I explained why I thought Megan was being done a disservice. He agreed with me, but we both knew I couldn’t force Megan to work out in the weightroom. At the end of the day it was up to her whether she wanted to lift or not. So how did I convince Megan to weight train? Actually, I didn’t. Although I gave it my best effort, she chose not to. But what I did next proved to be really important. I let it go. I did not harbor any negative feelings and told her I’d be ready to work with her if she changed her mind. At some point, you have to let it go and not risk burning any bridges—with the athlete, coaches, or parents. Megan did land that D-I scholarship, but her

future coach had a concern. He wanted her to report to campus early because she had a lot of ground to make up in terms of her weight training abilities. Because I had left the door open for her, Megan didn’t hesitate to finally come in. We ended up working together every day before she left for school. And when she comes back to town on break, she still comes into our weightroom before heading to the gym to work on her game. Megan is a perfect example for all of our future collegiate athletes. I tell them that weight training will be a big part of competing at the college level, and we can help them prepare now in high school. There are still plenty of misinformed athletes out there we can educate, and sometimes we just need to be patient until they’re ready to learn. n Author Ryan Johnson regularly contributes blogs and monthly features to our Web site. For more of his thoughts on working as a high school strength and conditioning coach, search “Ryan Johnson” at: www. Training-Conditioning.com.

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very summer, two dozen high school students descend upon the University of Nebraska campus for our three-day Husker Athletic Training Camp. We started holding the camp for students interested in athletic training in 1992 to show attendees more about our profession. Since then, interest in the camp has steadily grown. While the camp has proven to be a rewarding experience for both the campers and the athletic trainers who serve as teachers and mentors, making it a successful event is no easy feat. When the three days are over each summer, we always wonder, “Why did we put ourselves through this again?”

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Keeping up with a group of high-energy teenagers is exhausting, the department doesn’t generate much income from the registration fees, and the logistics of finding guest speakers, figuring out overnight accommodations, and ensuring everyone is happy around the clock are time consuming. But year after year, the positives outweigh the negatives, and soon after camp is out we find ourselves sitting down to plan for next year. First and foremost, our summer athletic training camp is a great way to increase exposure for our school and athletic training education program. Many of the attendees are from small, remote towns without any colleges or universities close by, so they don’t know

a lot about college life and how higher education can be an option for them after they graduate from high school. We’ve found that a good number of students use the camp as a college visit Jerry Weber, ATC, PT, is Associate Director of Athletic Medicine and Head Athletic Trainer at the University of Nebraska. He will be inducted into the NATA Hall of Fame this June and can be reached at: jweber@huskers.com. Jeff Rudy, PhD, ATC, is Director of Athletic Training Education and an Assistant Athletic Trainer at Nebraska. He can be reached at: jrudy2@unl.edu. The authors serve as Co-Directors of Nebraska’s Husker Athletic Training Camp. T&C may/june 2011

LEADERSHIP to see what the University of Nebraska is like. Spending a few days on campus in the dorms and with the staff gives them a much more complete view of the university than they might get from a campus visit that lasts only a few hours. A large percentage of the students who attend our camp eventually enroll here.

spire them to continue with the learning process and return home with some basic athletic training skills. Here are some things to consider when creating your curriculum: Spend the most time on the most common injuries. Athletes suffer a lot more ankle sprains than cases of sub acute

Sitting through seven to eight hours of lectures is a challenge for even the most mature learners. For the average high school student, it’s nearly impossible. Interspersing lab activities and hands-on exercises is a must.

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Another benefit is that we can show more people what the athletic training profession has to offer. High school students at schools that don’t have athletic trainers may not know a lot about athletic training because they simply have no mentors or role models in their hometowns. The Husker summer camp provides an opportunity for the students to meet certified athletic trainers and better understand our line of work. In this article, we’ll talk about what we think has made the Husker Athletic Training Camp successful. However, our way isn’t the only way to operate a flourishing camp. There are lots of different variables to consider, like how many days to run the camp, if it should be an overnight camp or a day camp, how many campers you should accept, and how many athletic trainers you’ll need to help you teach the sessions. Determining these details will depend on your campus facilities and level of interest. CAMP PROGRAMMING So what are you going to do with the campers while they’re on campus? Start by thinking about exactly what you want them to learn during the camp. The majority of them won’t have taken a course on human anatomy. Thus, camp material should stay on a basic level so the students can follow along and not get bogged down trying to learn about complicated injuries and rehabilitation programs. When coming up with our curriculum, we are very careful not to mislead high school students into thinking they are qualified to make critical decisions about the healthcare of athletes based on the content of a three-day summer camp. Rather, we want to in-

anterior compartment syndrome of the lower leg. So time spent talking about the taping, evaluation, and rehabilitation of ankle sprains is going to have a much greater impact. Make sure they understand that injuries can be very serious. Most minor sports injuries can be treated with rest, ice, compression, and elevation. We make an effort to stress this point during camp. However, it is important to also tell the campers that sometimes injuries are very serious and beyond the scope of an athletic trainer’s care. We spend a lot of time talking about minor sports injuries, but we also provide students a set of guidelines that explains when an injury might need more thorough evaluation or advanced treatment. This includes discussions about emergency action plans and their importance on high school and college campuses. Keep it moving. Sitting through seven to eight hours of lectures is a challenge for even the most mature learners. For the average high school student, it’s nearly impossible. Interspersing lab activities and hands-on exercises is a must. Changing locations, taking stretch and snack breaks, or playing games that involve movement are all good ideas for keeping campers active and alert. Remember your target audience. Because the campers likely won’t have much background in biology, anatomy, physiology, or nutrition, you may have to define common terms athletic trainers use every day in a way that is easy for high school students to understand. Also keep in mind that the maturity level of the campers might pose a challenge. For example, while it may be fine to discuss groin injuries and injuries to the external genitals with a college class, this same TR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

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SOCIAL STUDY One of the keys to a successful camp is remembering the campers are high school age. This is important not only when creating the curriculum, but also when coming up with camp rules and handling logistics like scheduling free time during the day and sleeping arrangements. Though we hope each camper’s main goal is to learn more about athletic training, we also know that they are meeting new friends and are often very green when it comes to developing relationships. We keep the campers separated by gender on different floors in the dormitories, but we are not ignorant to the fact that camp romances do blossom. Thus there are clear rules about conduct in the dorms, the campers have a curfew, and we chaperone the students as closely as we can. We try to also be especially aware of any kids who tend to isolate or peel off from the group, and we keep a close eye on them. For some campers, these three days are the first or longest stretch of time they have been away from home. We try to be attentive to these kids and offer them a little extra warmth and support. There are always some socially awkward campers who are uncomfortable trying to fit into a larger group. So we make it a point to sit with these kids at lunch, involve them in our discussions, and purposefully match the campers up ourselves during group activities so no one feels left out. SpencoSandals_May-June2011.pdf

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discussion might shock or embarrass a high school crowd. Plotting out the day. A typical day at the Husker camp starts at 6:30 a.m. with wakeup calls and a group breakfast. We then move together to the camp sessions. We usually start with a 30- to 45-minute presentation on a special topic from a guest speaker before the rest of the morning mini-topic sessions. After lunch, we have a main topic session where we lecture about a broad subject such as ankle injuries, followed by a hands-on lab session, which might include performing common stretches, demonstrating special orthopedic tests, and practice taping, wrapping, or bracing. We cluster the sessions by body region so that by the end of camp, we’ve covered the lower body, upper body, and the head, neck, and spine. To end the camp day, we all have dinner together and then do a group activity like watching a movie or going on a quick field trip off campus. We have a set curfew of 10:45 p.m. and make sure everyone is in their assigned dorm room before “lights out” at 11.

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LEADERSHIP SPECIAL GUESTS We’ve found that guest speaker slots are great learning tools to include in our camp curriculum. Instead of campers becoming bored by the same faces and voices over three days, we ask fellow university employees to contribute an

our equipment manager does a presentation on how to check the fit and maintain the safety of football equipment. We’ve also had a registered dietitian talk about hydration and sports drinks. All presenters receive a small stipend to compensate them for their time.

The campers really like to get a behind-the-scenes look at some of Nebraska’s facilities, so we conduct a guided tour. They are especially excited to see the Husker football locker room, and many pose for pictures. hour of their time and talk to the campAnother group of possible guest ers at “mini topic” sessions each mornspeakers are graduate assistants and ing. This also gives the camp organizers even undergraduate students. Aside (us) and the athletic trainers working at from questions about athletic training the camp a bit of a break. classes at Nebraska, our campers like We are lucky here at Nebraska to to ask the college students about daily have an accredited undergraduate athcampus life, the freshman dorms, and letic training education program, so we what it’s like to be on the sideline at a have easy access to veteran classroom Husker football game. The high school educators who are happy to speak on kids tend to relate to our students really specific topics. We also ask other uniwell since they’re close in age. versity employees who have expertise in Because we use our camp as a reareas related to athletic training to hold cruiting tool for both the university discussions. For example, every year and the athletic education 217-431_ExScienceAd_3.4375x4.8125_4C_P1_Layout 1 2/28/11 3:10training PM

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program, we also set aside a block of time for someone from Nebraska’s academic advising or college recruiting departments to come and talk to the campers. High school students (and even their parents) are often unaware of how to apply to college, what scholarships might be available, how to declare a major, or 100 other items that seem so basic to those of us who work in a college setting. Having someone from the academic side of the school come talk to the students is a great opportunity for them to get answers to their questions. We usually have at least one camper every year who doesn’t think that college is a possibility for them until the academic guest speaker dares them to dream. DON’T FORGET THE FUN While the intent of the Husker Athletic Training camp is to provide education to our campers, we sincerely want them to enjoy themselves, too. Here are some of the activities we have on our schedule that always prove to be a good time. Pizza party on the turf: For many campers from the state of Nebraska, a

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LEADERSHIP trip to Memorial Stadium is a dream. One night, instead of eating in the dorm dining hall, we have pizza delivered and let the campers play flag football on the stadium turf. Facility and campus tours: The campers really like to get a behind-the-scenes

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All campers get a Husker Athletic Training Camp T-shirt. We purchase plain shirts at wholesale from our athletic department uniform supplier and pay a local screen printing business to adorn them. look at some of Nebraska’s facilities, so ble? Our campers participate in this we conduct a guided tour. They are esperace each year. These are some ways cially excited to see the Husker football we try to incorporate fun activities into locker room, and many pose for pictures our sessions. in front of their favorite player’s locker. Social night: We take a few hours one Being able to see the trophy cases and evening to do something totally unrelatmemorabilia and check out the stadium ed to the camp. There is a minor league view from a skybox is a once-in-a-lifetime baseball team that plays within walkopportunity for many of these kids. ing distance of campus, so sometimes Presentation plusses: Have you ever we’ll take a field trip to see a game. Even seen a navel orange with a penetrating just having a popcorn and movie night head wound? Our campers have, durin one of the athletic lounges lets the ing our presentation on wound care. campers relax and have fun in a casual quarter_page_ad_Layout 1 7/8/10 PM Page 1 Have you ever smashed a jelly 5:21 donut atmosphere.

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LEADERSHIP two or three graduate assistants or students who assist with labs. All presenters are compensated at the same rate of about $40 per hour. As camp co-directors, we carry the bulk of the teaching load, and we also supervise the dorms and dining halls and are on hand for all of the camp sessions. So we draw an administrative stipend in addition to the teaching stipend. Room and board: We house campers in the dormitories and use the campus dining facilities for our meals. With standard rates per night and per meal set by the campus housing and dining authorities, it’s easy for us to figure out exactly what these expenses will be. If we have any commuters who don’t stay on campus overnight, we offer them a discounted rate. T-shirts and other items: All campers get a Husker Athletic Training Camp T-shirt. We purchase plain shirts at wholesale from our athletic department uniform supplier and pay a local screen printing business to adorn them. We also frequently have pens, lanyards, baseball caps, and other items vendors have given us that we give to campers. Notebooks and other educational materials: We have developed our own printed notebooks for the campers, and we pay to have the pages copied and bound into three-ring binders. Other materials include PowerPoint slides for our lectures, educational handouts, and anatomy diagrams. You could use pre-packaged educational materials from a textbook company, but these might be a little bit more expensive. Campus facility use fees: Our athletic department charges a per capita daily fee for all camps held on campus to pay for things like custodial and cleaning services. This is definitely an area you should investigate as it can vary greatly from school to school. Insurance and medical releases: The university requires that any camp held on campus purchase a liability insurance policy. For a low-risk camp like ours, the fee is about $2.50 per camper. And because our campers are under 18 years of age, we are also required to have an updated physician release and signed consent to treat form from a parent or guardian. Again, these requirements likely differ from campus to campus, so you’ll need to explore the requirements at your school. Advertising and mailings: Several years ago, we invested in developing a camp brochure. Since then, we have it updated each year, which one of our campus administrative assistants PLYO graciously BOXES does at no cost. (A link to download our latest brochure can be found at: www.huskers.com/athleticmedicine.) We also maintain a database of all the high school athletic directors in the state and e-mail brochures to them each year. And we post the brochure on the athletic medicine Web page with the other Husker camp listings, so there is minimal advertising cost for us. If you send out brochures via post mail, you’ll need to factor in the extra cost. Holding a summer athletic training camp is a big undertaking, but it can be a lot of fun for the campers and a great learning experience for both the students and the teachers. All these years later, we still end up asking ourselves why we decided to hold the camp again. But thoughts about us being exhausted, not making much money, and all the time we spent figuring out how to make things run smoothly are quickly replaced with memories of the campers’ smiles, the look on their faces when they have an “Aha!” moment, and their exclamations about what a good time they had and how they can’t wait to come back next year. n

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The Gators continued their history of success last fall when they made their 20th consecutive trip to the NCAA Division I volleyball championships.

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he University of Florida volleyball program has posted some pretty impressive results over the years. Head Coach Mary Wise has led the team to more than 700 victories in her 20 years at the helm. During that time, the Gators have never been ranked outside the top 15 of the American Volleyball Coaches Association final poll. Last season, the team became the first to finish the Southeastern Conference regular season with a perfect league record since double round robin play started in 2006. In the postseason, the Gators won their 19th SEC championship and for the 20th consec-

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utive year, reached the NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship round of 16 before being upset by Purdue. To top it all off, the team produced three All-Americans. While these stats may be the envy of most coaches, there’s another, less publicized one that we are very proud of: Last season, not one player missed a practice or match due to injury. I have no doubt that our training program has a lot to do with both the team’s oncourt performance and keeping everyone healthy and ready to contribute. VOLLEYBALL TESTS ONLY When working with the volleyball team,

I base the squad’s training program on its initial off-season baseline test results. This data reveals where our players are deficient and allows me to design the most effective training program possible. Because this data is so crucial to the Matt DeLancey, NSCA-CPT, CSCS, USAW, is Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning for Olympic Sports at the University of Florida, where he works with the volleyball, swimming and diving, and track and field teams. He can be reached at: matthewd@gators.uaa.ufl.edu or through his Web site at: www. purepowerathlete.com. T&C MAY/JUNE 2011

sport specific program design, what I test for is the most important part of the equation. My main goal is to help the athletes perform better in their sport, so the tests I choose must be volleyball-specific. And they must be specific to volleyball played at the top rungs of NCAA Division I.

of energy needed on the court. In addition to the initial test day at the start of the off-season, the players are also tested midway through, and a final time before two-a-day practices begin in August. Here are the physical tasks our volleyball players perform on test day:

Grip strength is important for volleyball players for several reasons, the biggest being that stronger grip strength means stronger fingers, which translates to fewer jammed fingers. And when a player does jam a finger, having a strong grip typically lessens the severity. At this elite level, long rallies are not the norm. The average rally lasts only 14 to 20 seconds. An ace lasts one to two seconds depending on if there was a touch on the ball. And a serve, pass, set, and kill sequence averages about four seconds. The ball is usually on each side of the net for only three to five seconds. The point here is that the physical tests employed with volleyball players should mirror the short bursts

Approach jump: At the NCAA Division I level, most elite players can reach between 10 feet and 10 feet, three inches, so we strive for the top end of this range. This height gives our players a great chance to hit over a block or have high hands on the other side of the net. We use the Vertec apparatus to measure approach jump height. Box jump: I expect our athletes to jump onto a 44-inch box from a quar-

ter-squat position. Being able to reach this height guarantees a great static jump at the net. Agility: Volleyball players are forced to change direction every three to five steps, so agility is very important for performance development. To test this, we use an on-court volleyball-specific pro agility test. I set up three cones, each three yards apart. Starting at the middle cone, the player shuffles to the cone on either their right or left. After reaching that cone, they change direction into a crossover sprint to the far cone on the other side. From there, they shuffle back to the middle cone, which finishes the drill. The goal is to complete the test in 2.9 seconds or less. Overhead press: This is a simple test of shoulder strength. I expect each player to perform at least three reps of 95 pounds. However, this is just a starting point. The ultimate goal for each player is to overhead press 75 percent of their body weight three times. If a player can complete five reps of 95 pounds, then at our mid-season test she will try to lift 10 pounds more weight. As the playersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; overhead press weight and reps in-

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SINGLE-LEG FOCUS Here is a table showing how the University of Florida volleyball team progresses through single-leg work between January and August. An athlete advances to the next skill in the progression only after mastering the previous movement. And if I see poor technique, then we lower the box height. Most of our players progress through the entire table by the time August rolls around. Some progress faster than others, but all of them get there eventually. Note that the box heights used vary by athlete, depending on their athleticism. Single-leg skills in order of progression

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crease, we’ve documented an increase in hitting speed and decrease in shoulder injuries. Front squat: I expect our athletes to front squat 135 pounds at least five times. As with the overhead press, this is just a starting point. The goal is for the players to be able to front squat their body weight five times. When a player is able to squat their body weight, we’ve seen great jump performance and a significant drop in reported nagging aches and pains. Overhead squat: The overhead squat isn’t tested with leg strength in mind, but rather sport-specific mobility, which gives us insight into lower body weaknesses. The seven things I look for in the overhead squat are heels down, feet straight ahead or slightly turned out, proper hip and knee relationship, proper knee and toe relationship, shoulder mobility, flat back (not arched), and proper head alignment. Plate pinch: I expect that our athletes are able to hold a 25-pound plate in each hand for at least one minute. Grip strength is important for volleyball players for several reasons, the big-

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sport specific gest being that stronger grip strength means stronger fingers, which translates to fewer jammed fingers. And when a player does jam a finger, having a strong grip typically lessens the severity. Shuttles: I have the athletes complete shuttle runs of three different

yards, it’s 55 seconds. Pavel sit-up: The perfectly executed Pavel sit-up means keeping the heels on the floor and not using momentum. This movement is a great indicator of core strength, and I expect our volleyball players to perform 75 sit-ups in 90 seconds. Core strength is espe-

Because volleyball requires so many quick direction changes, I put a big emphasis on agility in the off-season, even for players who tested well in the agility category. Volleyball players have to change direction every three to five steps, and our agility drills reflect this demand. distances: 60, 100, and 300 yards. We test the shuttles at various distance intervals. Using the 60-yard shuttle as an example, sometimes we run it over and back at 10-yard intervals, and other times we run it 15 yards out and back, then 10 yards out and back, and finally five yards out and back. In both scenarios, the goal time is 12.5 seconds. The goal time for the 100yard shuttle is 21 seconds, and for 300

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cially important for volleyball players because when an athlete jumps, the only way they can control their body in the air is via their core. Great trunk strength also helps a server or hitter follow all the way through when striking the ball, which translates to a more powerful hit. Single-leg stadium hop: In volleyball, single-leg landings occur 50 to 70 percent of the time, so working on

single-leg strength and landing technique is essential for a safe landing. In this test, I have the players aim for 30 steps in less than 10 seconds, one leg at a time (not alternating). PROGRAM DESIGN Armed with this information from the team’s test day, the first thing I do is analyze how the players did overall. The biggest deficit areas usually emerge in the single-leg hop test and overhead press test. Then, I take a simple general training template and fill in the blanks depending on which areas need the most work. Here’s what I start with: • Monday: Quickness and speed work, agility, and jump school • Tuesday: Strength and prehab work, and volleyball-specific conditioning • Wednesday: Weak links • Thursday: Quickness and speed work, agility, and jump school (single-leg focus) • Friday: Strength and prehab work, and volleyball-specific conditioning. Quickness and speed work: We utilize the agility ladder, jump ropes, and

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sport specific dot drills for developing quickness. Each activity is relatively low intensity, making them excellent warmup drills. They also prepare the athletes to progress into the more intense portion of the upcoming workout. When crunched for time, being able to warm

Agility: Because volleyball requires so many quick direction changes, I put a big emphasis on agility in the offseason, even for players who tested well in the agility category. As mentioned earlier, volleyball players have to change direction every three to five

In the weightroom, the team performs Olympic lifts, power lifts, and lifts for general strength. We also employ prehab exercises that concentrate on the core, rotator cuff, ankle, knee, and hip since these are generally the weakest and most injury-prone areas for volleyball players. up the athletes and train quickness at the same time is very helpful. The team’s speed work consists of track sprint drills during the warmup phase that include skipping and bounding, plyometric drills like box jumps, Olympic lifts that include clean and snatch variations, and both resisted and non-resisted sprints. Sprint performance has been positively correlated to jump performance, so this is an especially important area for the team.

steps, and our agility drills reflect this demand. (See “Our Drills” on page 61 for examples of our agility and conditioning drills.) Jump school: Every volleyball player I’ve worked with has wanted to be able to jump higher. Approach jump height is a measuring stick among the players, and they take pride in their personal best, so we spend a good chunk of time working on jump height. But more importantly, because volleyball players

land on one leg so many times during competition and practice, I make it a point to work on single-leg landings once a week. Teaching and reinforcing landing technique as the players perform agility ladder work has proven to be a big help in this area. Making the athletes aware of what their bodies are doing when they return to the floor has helped them avoid many injuries. I keep coaching cues simple: foot flat, knee soft and in line with the middle toe, butt back, and chest forward. (See “Single-Leg Focus” on page 57 for the team’s progression of jump work throughout the off-season.) Strength and prehab work: In the weightroom, the team performs Olympic lifts, power lifts, and lifts for general strength. We also employ prehab exercises that concentrate on the core, rotator cuff, ankle, knee, and hip since these are generally the weakest and most injury-prone areas for volleyball players. I use the scale of perceived exertion to determine the amount of weight players lift during our training cycles,

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examples of the agility and conditioning drills we use. Remember to perform an equal number of repetitions starting each way.

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Here are some examples of our agility and conditioning drills, with an equal number of repetitions performed in both

directions. Each drill is performed between two and five times in each direction, depending on how far the team has progressed through the training cycle.

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Key: SH – Shuffle BP – Backpedal SP – Sprint *Cones are six yards apart in all three drills An average rally lasts 14-20 seconds. An Ace lasts 1-2 seconds depending if there was a touch on the ball. A serve, pass, set, kill lasts 4 seconds. The ball is on each side of the net 3-5 seconds. Long rallies typically are not the norm in elite level volleyball. The point here is the physical tests should mirror what is happening on the court. A volleyball specific conditioning test is 10-15 60 yards shuttles with a 13 second goal time and 40 seconds between each rep. Volleyball players that pass that test are ready to start 2-a-days in August. 1-legged landings happen 50-70% of the time so training a great 1-footed landing is essential. We keep the coaching cues simple, foot flat, knee in-line with middle toe, butt back, chest forward. The first drill the players master is a linear hop on flat ground through an agility ladder. Our single leg progression can be seen in Table 2. Table 2 Skills in order of progression 1-leg Linear Hops 1-leg Lateral/Medial hops 1-leg Linear Box Jump 1-leg Lateral Box Jump

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sport specific and athletes are stopped on an exercise if they reach technical failure. Most of our weightroom training would be classified between light-moderate and moderate-heavy. For our Olympic lifts and power movements, I have them perform between one and five reps. For general strength movements, we strive for two to six reps. For prehab, depending on the type of exercise, players perform between 10 and 20 reps per session. The following list doesn’t include everything we do in the weightroom.

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These are just some of our favorites: • Olympic and power lifts: Cleans off blocks, hang snatches, power jerks, linear jammers, rotational jammers, box jump variations, med ball throw variations, and weighted jumps. • General strength: Back squats, front squats, single-leg squat variations, step-up variations, Romanian deadlifts (both single- and double-leg), Good mornings (both single- and double-leg), overhead presses, and pull-ups. • Prehab: External rotations, balance

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board work, scapular retractions, clam shells, reverse clam shells, bridging variations, Pavel sit-ups, and reverse hypers. Volleyball-specific conditioning: We use a 2.5-3:1 rest-to-work ratio for all non-lifting exercises, such as the shuttle runs when used for conditioning and the agility drills mentioned earlier. This means that for every five seconds a player works, they get 12 to 15 seconds of rest. When testing, the athletes only run each shuttle once for time. But during conditioning sessions, they run 10 to 15 sets with rest times of 2.5 to three times the goal time between sets. I have the players do this so they are conditioning metabolically in a way that mimics their sport. Weak links: This part of the team’s training program is completely dependent upon the athletes and is different for each of them. We identify every player’s most significant weaknesses and then put in some extra time working with them on improvement. For example, if a player is poorly conditioned, we consider that a weak link and have them do extra conditioning drills. If we can take a weakness and turn it into a strength, we’ve made a better athlete. The team’s Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday workouts take about 75 minutes to complete, and Wednesday sessions last less than an hour. Because of NCAA Division I time restrictions, I need to keep a close eye on how long the team is training with the staff in the weightroom. I keep our weekly off-season training under six hours because the athletes are also expected to do two hours of individual volleyball work per week, and can’t exceed eight hours total during the offseason. The key to developing this program for our volleyball players is tailoring it to the demands of the sport. For example, figuring out that a direction change occurs every three to five steps during a game showed me that agility and quickness needed to be big parts of our program. A similar assessment can be made based on seeing how much jumping the athletes are required to do. There’s far more to volleyball than hitting a ball. These athletes need to be incredibly athletic, and that’s what our training plan strives for. n TR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

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onto the shoulder rests, and use it to provide back support and stability for a variety of strength and mobility challenges. Why is the Pilates Arc her favorite pieces to work out on? “It’s super lightweight,” she explains, “and it’s a great way for me to work on my core strength, which is so important in swimming – especially in the backstroke where it helps my body 11-time Olympic medalist Natalie Coughlin position a lot […] It’s loves exercising with the Pilates Arc really affordable and Many professional sports teams and you can do tons of exercises on it.” elite athletes have already discovHere are two of her favorite exerered the benefits of integrating cises. Pilates into a regular conditioning program. It can help correct muscle imbalances and make all movement The Reach: Start sitting up tall in the well. more efficient, resulting in faster Reach the arms forward with the sprints, greater agility and quicker knees bent, feet on the floor and swings. legs in parallel. See figure 1. Natalie Coughlin, 11-time Olympic 1)Inhale and draw in the abdomimedalist in swimming, uses the Pilates Arc as a part of her regular exercise regimen, both on and offseason, to help build strength, flexibility, and increase awareness of her body in motion, another great benefit of Pilates for athletes. The Pilates Arc is also known as a Step Barrel. It was designed for personal training or group exercise. It’s multi-tasking, The Reach: Figure 1: Starting and lightweight, and easy to store. Plus it ending position is a cost-effective way to get Pilates nals towards the spine until the low into your training program. It works back touches the arc. as three separate exercise tools: 2)Exhale and roll over the arc. Pilates increases core strength and overall flexibility, thereby decreasing the chance of a side-lining injury.

•A classic Pilates Spine Corrector. •An exercise Arc. With a gentle curve on one side and a steeper curve on the other, its asymmetrical shape is extremely versatile for different uses and body types. •A wedge for a Reformer. Slide it

Straighten the legs and lift the hips out of the well as you raise the arms overhead as shown in figure 2. 3)Inhale to circle the arms out to the side, stretching the chest. 4)Exhale and circle the arms, engage the abdominals, draw the chin in towards the chest and roll the torso up off the arc as the knees bend. 5)Inhale and return to starting position.

The Reach: Figure 2 : Stretch over the barrel This exercise strengthens the abdominals and back extensors, stretches the spine, the anterior shoulder and anterior hip. It also increases lumbar and torso flexibility. Plank on the Arc: Remove the step portion of the Pilates Arc and turn over the arc so the round side is on the floor, lengthwise or “crossways.”

1)Find a comfortable hand position and come into a plank position with the shoulders over the wrists, the inner thighs together and the torso in one long line from the top of the head to the feet. 2)Hold this position as long as proper form can be maintained. For an extra challenge, rock back and forth on the arc, or alternate lifting each foot off the ground. Beth Pladson has written this article specifically for the May/June issue of Training & Conditioning.

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Collins Sports Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1449 370 Paramount Dr., Raynham, MA 02767 800-886-2825 • www.collinssportsmedicine.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Hot & Cold Treatment, Rehab Equipment, Trainer’s Room Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) . . . . . 1455 2201 Double Creek Dr., Ste. 5006, Round Rock, TX 78664 512-733-9700 • www.caate.net Categories: Educational Materials Computer Sports Medicine, Inc. (CSMi) . . . 1237 101 Tosca Dr., Stoughton, MA 02072 800-359-6851 • www.csmisolutions.com Categories: Management Tools Concussion Vital Signs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1739 598 Airport Rd., Ste. 1400 , Morrisville, NC 27560 888-750-6941 • www.cnsvs.com Categories: Concussion testing Cool Shirt® by Shafer Enterprises, LLC . . . . . 319 170 Andrew Dr., Stockbridge, GA 30281 800-345-3176 • www.coolshirt.net Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel, Hot & Cold Treatment, Strength Training & Cardio Equip., Trainer’s Room Covidien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1430 15 Hampshire St., Mansfield, MA 02048 800-962-9888 • www.covidien.com Categories: Trainer’s Room Cramer Products, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1119 Founding member of the NATA 153 W. Warren; P.O. Box 1001, Gardner, KS 66030 800-345-2231 • www.cramersportsmed.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Antimicrobial Products, Rehab Equipment, Trainer’s Room See ad on page 67

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Darco International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 810 Memorial Blvd., Huntington, WV 25701 800-999-8866 • www.darcointernational.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Rehab Equipment, Trainer’s Room Defender Mouthguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 467 Central Park Ave., Yonkers, NY 10704 914-963-3061 • www.defendermouthguards.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel Delmar Cengage Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 431 5 Maxwell Dr., Clifton Park, NY 12065 800-648-7450 • www.delmarlearning.com Categories: Educational Materials, Management Tools DJO Global Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 836 Improving lives with medical devices that prevent, treat, and rehabilitate musculoskeletal conditions. 1430 Decision St., Vista, CA 92081 800-321-9549 • www.djortho.com Categories: Braces & Supports See ads on pages 4,5, 69 and 71

Doctor Hoys Natural Pain Relief Gel . . . . . . 1730 9221 E. Baseline Rd., Ste. A109-138, Mesa, AZ 85209 480-357-4300 • www.drhoys.com Categories: Trainer’s Room Dome Industries, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1841 35 Crosby Rd., Dover, NH 03820 800-752-4944 • www.tape-o.com Categories: Trainer’s Room Dr. Jill’s Foot Pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 751 602 S. Military Trail, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 866-FOOTPAD • www.drjillsfootpads.com Categories: Braces & Supports Drug Free Sport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1524 2537 Madison Ave., Kansas City, MO 64108 816-474-8655 • www.drugfreesport.com Categories: Educational Materials Drymax Sports, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1837 429 27th St. NW, Hickory, NC 28601 818-907-9950 • ww.drymaxsocks.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel Dynasplint Systems, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1941 770 Ritchie Hwy., W-21, Severna Park, MD 21146 800-638-6771 • www.dynasplint.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Rehab Equipment Dynatronics Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1337 Dynatronics manufactures and distributes advancedtechnology medical devices, supplies, treatment tables, and rehabilitation equipment. 7030 Park Centre Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84121 800-874-6251 • wwww.dynatronics.com Categories: Electro/Laser/Light Therapy, Rehab Equipment, Strength Training & Cardio Equip., Trainer’s Room See ad on Inside Back Cover

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Gear 2000/Z-Cool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 948 13 Fern Ct., Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 800-527-1988 • www.gear2000.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel

Human Kinetics, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1344 1607 N. Market St., Champaign, IL 61820 800-747-4457 • www.humankinetics.com Categories: Educational Materials

Gladiator by Sport Guard, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 519 Gladiator custom mouthguards 3451 W. Allegheny Ave., Philadelphia, PA 877-848-2737 • www.customguards.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel, Trainer’s Room

HumanPerformanceGlobal.com . . . . . . . . . . 219 7 Castle St., Edinburgh, Scotland EH2 3A4 www.HumanPerformanceGlobal.com Categories: Educational Materials

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Graston Technique® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1637 8450 Westfield Rd, Ste. 200, Indianapolis, IN 46240 888-926-2727 • www.grastontechnique.com Categories: Rehab Equipment Grimm Scientific Industries, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 231 P.O. Box 2143, Marietta , OH 45750 800-223-5395 • www.grimmscientific.com Categories: Hot & Cold Treatment, Rehab Equipment GSTAR Medical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1918 GTL Supply Solutions, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358 101C North Greenville Ave. #423, Allen, TX 75002 972-359-7300 • www.gtlsolutions.com Categories: Trainer’s Room Hapad, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 625 5301 Enterprise Blvd., Bethel Park, PA 15102 800-544-2723 • www.hapad.com Categories: Braces & Supports Hartmann USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1542 481 Lakeshore Pkwy., Rock Hill, SC 29730 800-243-2294 • www.hartmanninfo.com Categories: Trainer’s Room Henry Schein, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 637 135 Duryea Rd., Melville, NY 11747 800-972-2611 • www.henryschein.com Categories: Trainer’s Room Hibiclens/Hibistat/Molnlycke Health Care . . . 929 Hibiclens® and Hibistat® are FDA regulated antimicrobial skin cleansers 5550 Peachtree Parkway, Ste. 500, Norcross, GA 30092 800-805-0585 • www.hibigeebies.com/sports Categories: Antimicrobial Products

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Hologic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 35 Crosby Dr., Bedford, MA 01730 781-999-7667 • www.hologic.com Categories: Trainer’s Room HQ, Inc. CorTemp™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419 Core-body temperature monitoring systems, featuring the CorTemp™ ingestible temperature pill 210 9th Street Drive West, Palmetto, FL 34221 941-723-4197 • www.hqinc.net Categories: Heat Stress, Trainer’s Room, Heat Stress See ad on page 104

HTFx, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 420 Stan Dr., Melbourne, FL 32904 321-724-1022 • www.ritetempathletics.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel, Hot & Cold Treatment Hudson Aquatic Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 932 Hudson, your partner in aquatic therapy for over 25 years 110 Wohlert St., Angola, IN 46703 888-206-7802 • www.hudsonaquatic.com Categories: Rehab Equipment See ad on page 88

HydroWorx International, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 1525 1420 Stoneridge Dr., Ste. C, Middletown, PA 17057 800-753-9633 • www.hydroworx.com Categories: Rehab Equipment Icon Medical LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 937 501 Trafalgar Pl., Matthews, NC 28105 704-849-2330 • www.iconmedical.biz Categories: Hot & Cold Treatment, Rehab Equipment, Trainer’s Room Impact Athletic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 937 3400 Tech Circle, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5612 (877) 277-0896 • www.impact-athletic.com Categories: Trainer’s Room ImPACT Concussion Management . . . . . . . 1537 ImPACT provides computerized neurocognitive assessment tools for licensed healthcare professionals 2000 Technology Dr., Ste. 150, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 877-646-7991 • www.impacttest.com Categories: Management Tools, Software, Concussion Management Tools

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Innovative Sports Training, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 1633 3711 N. Ravenswood, Ste. 150, Chicago, IL 60613 773-244-6470 • www.innsport.com Categories: Educational Materials, Research Equipment Instead Softcup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1930 8910 University Center Lane, Ste. 120, San Diego, CA 92122 858-550-1901 • www.softcup.com Categories: Trainer’s Room IntelaMetrix, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1821 The BodyMatrix System uses ultrasound technology for body composition analysis. 6246 Preston Ave., Livermore, CA 94551 925-606-7044 • www.bodymetrix.com Categories: Strength Training & Cardio Equip., Trainer’s Room, Body Composition Analysis

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International Critical Incident Stress Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 3290 Pine Orchard Lane, Ste. 106, Ellicott City, MD 21042 Phone: (410)750-9600 • www.icisf.org Categories: Professional Association International Diversified Products . . . . . . . 1825 13409 Saticoy St., North Hollywood, CA 91605 818-904-9800 • www.idpglobal.com Categories: Trainer’s Room iStrike Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1949 41701 Corporate Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260 800-470-8019 • www.severealerts.com Categories: Management Tools, Weather Monitors Jaybird & Mais, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1049 360 Merrimack St., Lawrence, MA 01843 978-686-8659 • www.jaybird.com Categories: Trainer’s Room TR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

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Johnson & Johnson Sports Medicine . . . . . . 719 199 Grandview Rd., Skillman, NJ 08558 908-874-2403 • www.jnj.com Categories: Trainer’s Room

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528 530 Walnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19106 800-638-3030 • www.lww.com Categories: Educational Materials

Jones & Bartlett Publishers, Inc. . . . . . . . . . 1418 40 Tall Pine Dr., Sudbury, MA 01776 800-832-0034 • www.jbpub.com Categories: Educational Materials

LiteCure, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1644 250 Corporate Blvd., Ste. B, Newark, DE 19702 302-709-0408 • www.litecure.com Categories: Electro/Laser/Light Therapy

K&K Insurance Group, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1148 1712 Magnavox Way, Ft. Wayne, IN 46804 800-441-3994 • www.kandkinsurance.com Categories: Insurance

LM Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1663 2720 Intertech Dr., Youngstown, OH 44509 330-270-2424 • www.lmengineering.com Categories: Trainer’s Room

Keffer Development Services (Athletic Trainer System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 544 24 Village Park Dr., Grove City, PA 16127 888-328-2577 • www.athletictrainersystem.com Categories: Management Tools

Lumos, Inc. (KT Tape) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 3212 N. University Ave., Provo, UT 84604 801-655-0519 • www.kttape.com Categories: Trainer’s Room

Keiser Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 420 2470 S. Cherry Ave., Fresno, CA 93706 800-888-7009 • www.keiser.com Categories: Strength Training & Cardio Equip. KEY Functional Assessments, Inc. . . . . . . . . 1518 300 Carlsbad Village Dr., Ste. 108-A, #99, Carlsbad, CA 92008 800-333-3539 • www.keymethod.com Categories: Rehab Equipment, Software Kinesio USA, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Original Kinesio® Tex Tape and Kinesio Taping Method by Dr. Kenzo Kase 3901 Georgia St., N.E., Bldg F, Albuquerque, NM 87110 888-320-8273 • www.kinesiotaping.com Categories: Rehab Equipment

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Kinetic Innovations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1737 P.O. Box 8704, Omaha, NE 68108 712-347-5152 www.kineticinnovations.com/main.html Categories: Braces & Supports King-Devick Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 P.O. Box 4914, Oakbrook, IL 60522 www.kingdevicktest.com Categories: Management Tools, Concussion Management KLM Laboratories, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 28280 Alta Vista Ave., Santa Clarita, CA 91355 800-556-3668 • www.klmlabs.com Categories: Trainer’s Room Kneebourne Therapeutic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 545 The elite seat® provides an effective and safe way to rehabilitate knees through symmetric motion. 15299 Stoney Creek Way, Noblesville, IN 46060 866-756-3706 • www.eliteseat.com Categories: Rehab Equipment

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Korey Stringer Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 523 Univ. of Connecticut, Neag School of Education, Gentry Bldg U-2064, Storrs, CT 06269 860-486-0265 • www.ksi.uconn.edu Categories: Educational Materials La Pointique Intl, LTD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1761 1030 Industry Dr., Tukwila, WA 98188 206-575-8843 • www.lp-support.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Trainer’s Room 72

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M.S. Plastics, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1732 10 Park Pl., Butler, NJ 07405 800-593-1802 • www.msplastics.com Categories: Trainer’s Room Magister Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1824 Offers Rep Band® exercise bands/tubing and Airex® mats and exercise products P.O. Box 4323, Chattanooga, TN 37405 800-396-3130 • www.magistercorp.com Categories: Strength Training & Cardio Equip.

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Markwort Sporting Goods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1836 1101 Research Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63132 800-937-4824 • www.markwort.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel Marsh Consumer Connexions . . . . . . . . . . . 1420 1440 Renaissance Dr., Park Ridge, IL 60068-1400 800-503-9230 • www.seaburychicago.com Categories: Insurance McDavid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 537 Sports medicine, performance, and protective apparel; HexPad technology cups and supporters 10305 Argonne Dr., Woodridge, IL 60517 800-237-8254 • www.mcdavidusa.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel, Braces & Supports, Hot & Cold Treatment

Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products Ltd . . . . . . 849 Footcare, blister prevention, and stretching and strengthening products 1812 Industrial Blvd., Colleyville, TX 76034 800-810-1740 • www.medi-dyne.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Rehab Equipment, Trainer’s Room

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Medisportz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 486 Hill Ave., Colleysville, TX 76034 817-251-8660 • www.medisportz.com Categories: Trainer’s Room MedPac Bags, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 530 The most professional medical bags available 7324 Amberwood Ln., Savage, MN 55318 800-414-9031 • www.medicalbags.com Categories: Trainer’s Room, Athletic Trainer Medical Bags

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MedZone Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 P.O. Box 2068, Sun City, AZ 85372 866-MEDZONE • www.medzonecorp.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Hot & Cold Treatment, Trainer’s Room Merion Matters/Advance Newsmagazines . 518 2900 Horizon Dr., King of Prussia, PA 19406 610-278-1400 • www.advanceweb.com Categories: Educational Materials Mettler Electronics Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1325 1333 S. Claudina St., Anaheim, CA 92805 800-854-9305 • www.mettlerelectronics.com Categories: Electro/Laser/Light Therapy Millennial Medical LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 937 696 West 1725 North, Logan, UT 84321 (877) 753-5556 • www.millenniammedical.com Categories: Rehab Equipment Minntech Corp./Sportsense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 960 Providing the next level of odor elimination and contamination control 14605 28th Ave. N, Minneapolis, MN 55447 800-328-3340 • infectionprotection.minntech.com Categories: Antimicrobial Products

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McGraw-Hill Higher Education . . . . . . . . . . . 626 1285 Fern Ridge Pkwy., Ste. 200, St. Louis, MO 63141 800-338-3987 • www.mhhe.com Categories: Educational Materials

Mission Pharmacal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 937 Heat Guard, Fosfree, & Thera-Gesic—Help maintain performance until the final whistle 10999 IH 10 West, Ste. 1000, San Antonio, TX 78230 (800) 373-3037 • www.missionpharmacal.com Categories: Nutrition, Trainer’s Room

McKinley Insurance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 545 North Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 954-938-2685 • www.mckinleyinsurance.com Categories: Insurance Med Spec (ASO®) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1431 Med Spec offers the ASO® and ASO® EVO® ankle stabilizers. 4600-K Lebanon Rd., Charlotte, NC 28227 800-582-4040 • www.medspec.com Categories: Braces & Supports

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Medco Sports Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1131 500 Fillmore Ave., Tonawanda, NY 14150 800-556-3326 • www.medco-athletics.com Categories: Hot & Cold Treatment, Rehab Equipment, Strength Training & Cardio Equip., Trainer’s Room

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Moore Medical LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 1690 New Britain Ave., Ste. 100, Farmington, CT 06032 800-234-1464 • www1.mooremedical.com Categories: Antimicrobial Products, Trainer’s Room Motion1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1736 1013 3rd Ave. SW, Carmel, IN 46032 317-816-7547 • www.nmadirect.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Rehab Equipment, Trainer’s Room Motive, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 548 P.O. Box 72, Phoenix, MD 21131 917-544-4620 • www.motivepure.com Categories: Nutrition, Hydration TR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

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Mueller Sports Medicine, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1037 Sports medicine supplies leading the way in innovation and keeping athletes in the game 1 Quench Dr., Prairie du Sac, WI 53578 800-356-9522 • www.muellersportsmed.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Hot & Cold Treatment, Antimicrobial Products, Trainer’s Room See ads on pages 7, 16

Multi Radiance Medical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1424 Accelerated healing and pain relief through laser therapy 6565 Cochran Rd., Solon, OH 44139 404-542-0761 • www.multiradiance.com Categories: Electro/Laser/Light Therapy, Rehab Equipment See ad on page 42

Muscle Glide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1947 www.muscleglide.com Categories: Trainer’s Room MuscleTrac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 9121 E. Tanque Verde Rd., Ste. 105-319, Tucson, AZ 85749 314-609-7688 • www.muscletrac.com Categories: Strength Training & Cardio Equip. NAERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 1226 E. Mead St., Spokane, WA 99218 509-993-5741 • www.naera.net Categories: Equipment Reconditioning NATA Board of Certification, Inc. . . . . . . . . . 1454 4223 S. 143rd Cir., Omaha, NE 68137 402-559-0091 • www.bocatc.org Categories: Educational Materials National Association of Orthopaedic Technologists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1460 8365 Keystone Crossing, Ste. 107, Indianapolis, IN 46240 317-205-9484 • ww.naot.org Categories: Educational Materials National Meningitis Association . . . . . . . . . . 129 P.O. Box 725165, Atlanta, GA 31139 866-366-3662 • www.nmaus.org Categories: Educational Materials National Strength & Conditioning Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 627 The NSCA bridges the gap between science and application. 1885 Bob Johnson Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80906 800-815-6826 • www.nsca-lift.org Categories: Educational Materials, Membership and Certification

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neckrx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1756 888-7-NECKRX • www.neckrx.com Categories: Rehab Equipment, Trainer’s Room Neuro Resource Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1940 1100 Jupiter Rd., Ste. 190, Plano, TX 75074 877-314-6500 • www.nrg-unlimited.com Categories: Electro/Laser/Light Therapy NeuroComm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1838 9570 SE Lawnfield Rd., Clackamas, OR 97015 503-653-2144 • www.onbalance.com Categories: Rehab Equipment NeuroTech Bio-Medical Research . . . . . . . . . 321 12400 Whitewater Dr., #2010, Minneapolis, MN 55343 952-240-6023 • www.neurotech.us Categories: Electro/Laser/Light Therapy 74

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New Option Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1426 2545 Merrell Rd., Dallas, TX 75229 800-872-5488 • www.newoptionssports.com Categories: Braces & Supports Nordic Naturals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 651 111 Jennings Dr., Watsonville, CA 95076 800-662-2544 • www.nordicnaturals.com Categories: Nutrition NormaTec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 855 44 Glen Ave., Newton Center, MA 02459 800-335-0960 • www.normatecsports.com Categories: Rehab Equipment North Coast Medical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1640 18305 Sutter Blvd., Morgan Hill, CA 95037 800-821-9319 • www.ncmedical.com Categories: Rehab Equipment Nutramax Laboratories, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Cosamin® is the only joint health supplement Certified for Sport® 2208 Lakeside Blvd., Edgewood, MD 21040 800-925-5187 • www.nutramaxlabs.com Categories: Trainer’s Room, Nutrition

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Octogen Pharmacal Co., Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 726 2750 Cambridge Hills Rd., Cumming, GA 30041 770-888-8881 • www.octogen.com Categories: Trainer’s Room OPTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 644 High-quality, affordable fitness and rehabilitation products 3800 Annapolis Ln., #165, Minneapolis, MN 55447 800-367-7393 • www.optp.com Categories: Educational Materials, Hot & Cold Treatment, Rehab Equipment, Strength Training & Cardio Equip., Trainer’s Room See ad on page 91

OrthoScan, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 656 8212 E. Evans Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85260 866-996-0472 • www.orthoscan.com Categories: Rehab Equipment Ossur Americas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1029 19762 Pauling, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610 800-222-4284 • www.ossur.com Categories: Hot & Cold Treatment, Strength Training & Cardio Equip. Parker Laboratories, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1436 In addition to being a market leader in medical ultrasound, Parker Laboratories now provides athletic trainers with ProteX cleaner/disinfectant. 286 Eldridge Rd., Fairfield, NJ 07004 800-631-8888 • www.parkerlabs.com Categories: Antimicrobial Products, Trainer’s Room See ad on page 73

PCC Inc. Air Purification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1923 P. O. Box 22294, Little Rock, AR 72221 501-837-1600 Categories: Trainer’s Room Peak Pilates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256 Peak Pilates® delivers quality equipment to athletic training professionals that enhances strength and peformance. 5603 Arapahoe Ave., Ste. 1, Boulder, CO 80301 800-925-3674 • www.peakpilates.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel, Educational Materials, Rehab Equipment, Strength Training & Cardio Equip.

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PediFix LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 937 310 Guinea Rd., Brewster, NY 10509-2651 800-424-5561 • www.pedifix.com Categories: Braces & Supports Pepin Manufacturing, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 937 1875 Highway 61 South, Lake City, MN 55041 (800) 291-6505 • www.pepinmfg.com Categories: Electro/Laser/Light Therapy, Hot & Cold Treatment Perform Better . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1329 Perform Better is your “one stop shop” for all your facility needs. P.O. Box 8090, 11 Amflex Dr., Cranston, RI 02920 800-556-7464 • www.performbetter.com Categories: Educational Materials, Rehab Equipment, Strength Training & Cardio Equip., Functional Training Equipment See ads on page 23, 119

Performance Dynamics, Inc. (Core-Tex) . . . . 558 Three-dimensional reaction and balance tool for rehab and performance 3974 Dove St., San Diego, CA 92120 619-285-9218 • www.CoreTexFitness.com Categories: Rehab Equipment, Strength Training & Cardio Equip. See ad on page 58

Performance Health, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1438 Developer of Biofreeze® pain-relieving gel and TheraBand® rehabilitation products 1245 Home Ave., Akron, OH 44310 800-321-2135 • www.thera-bandacademy.com; www.biofreeze.com Categories: Rehab Equipment, Strength Training & Cardio Equip., Trainer’s Room See ad on page 43

Physicool/Mita Partners, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1419 9900 W. Sample Rd., Ste. 300, Coral Springs, FL 33065 954-755-6660 • www.physicool.com Categories: Hot & Cold Treatment, Trainer’s Room Physiomed North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1623 401 Lakeview Dr., Farmerville, LA 71241 318-368-7266 • www.physiomed.com Categories: Rehab Equipment Pivotal Health Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 A leading manufacturer and supplier of health, wellness, and rehab products. 724 Oakwood Rd., Watertown, SD 57201 800-743-7738 • www.pivotalhealthsolutions.com Categories: Electro/Laser/Light Therapy, Hot & Cold Treatment, Nutrition, Rehab Equipment See ad on page 51

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Powerade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 1720 Whitestone Expy., Whitestone, NY 11357 www.powerade.com Categories: Nutrition PreCare, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1758 1151 Broadway, Ste. 201, Sonoma , CA 95476 866-996-1735 • www.precareinc.com Categories: Rehab Equipment Presagia Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1631 651 Notre-Dame St. West, Ste. 400, Montreal, PQ, Canada H3C 1H9 866-696-7198 • www.presagia.com Categories: Management Tools, Software PRO Orthopedic Devices, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 718 Manufacturer of neoprene supports, sleeves, and braces 2884 E. Ganley Rd., Tucson, AZ 85706 800-523-5611 • www.proorthopedic.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Electro/Laser/Light Therapy, Hot & Cold Treatment, Trainer’s Room See ad on page 103

Pro-Tec Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 Sports medicine braces, supports, hot/cold, and massage therapy products 18080 NE 68th St., Ste. A150, Redmond, WA 98052 800-779-3372 • www.injurybegone.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Hot & Cold Treatment, Trainer’s Room, Massage therapy See ad on page 100

PROTEAM™ by Hausmann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 848 Training room furniture and equipment 130 Union St., Northvale, NJ 07647 888-428-7626 • www.proteamtables.com Categories: Trainer’s Room See ad on page 77

Provide Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 456 265 No. Main St., Ste. D110, Kaysville, UT 84037 (801) 546-3399 • www.providenutrition.com Categories: Nutrition Rank One Sport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 556 P. O. Box 1044, Sanger, TX 76266 940-594-5961 • www.rankonesport.com Categories: Management Tools, Software Recovery Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 549 9 LaCrue St., Ste. 2, Glen Mills, PA 19342 855-REC-PUMP (732-7867) • www.recoverypump.com Categories: Rehab Equipment Redcord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 800 Bunn Dr. Ste. 102, Princeton, NJ 08540 609-683-1010 • www.redcord-usa.com Categories: Rehab Equipment Renewal Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1058 www.lasertouchone.com Categories: Electro/Laser/Light Therapy Rich-Mar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 531 A leader in innovative and advanced ultrasound, electrotherapy, and light therapy modalities for over 40 years 4120 South Creek Rd., Chattanooga, TN 37406 888-549-4945 • www.richmarweb.com Categories: Electro/Laser/Light Therapy

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Riddell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1729 669 Sugar Ln., Elyria, OH 44035 800-275-5338 • www.riddell.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel 76

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RockTape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 1484 Pollard Rd., #321, Los Gatos, CA 9503 408-213-9550 • www.rocktape.com Categories: Trainer’s Room

SonoSite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 449 21919-30th Dr., SE, Bothell, WA 98021 425-951-1397 • www.sonosite.com Categories: Ultrasound Products

Running Injury Clinic, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1938 2500 University Dr. NW, Calgary, Alberta Canada T2N 1N4 403-220-5193 • www.runninginjuryclinic.com Categories: Assessment Equipment

SootheAway/Innovative Medical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 29001 Cedar Rd., Ste. 326, Cleveland, OH 44124 877-646-1222 • www.sootheaway.com Categories: Hot & Cold Treatment

Russell Brands, LLC (Bike Athletic) . . . . . . . 1423 3330 Cumberland Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30339 888-606-5520 • www.bikeathletic.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel

South Padre Island Convention & Visitors Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 7355 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX 78597 956-761-3005 • www.sopadre.com Categories: Organization

SAGE Publications USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1541 2455 Teller Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 800-818-7243 • www.sagepub.com Categories: Educational Materials Samson Equipment, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 525 Weight equipment, training tables, taping tables, whirlpool seats, and custom deigns P.O. Box 353, Fairacres, NM 88033 800-472-6766 • www.samsonequipment.com Categories: Strength Training & Cardio Equip., Trainer’s Room

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Sanctuary Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1751 Sanctband products are low in powder and latex protein to help in minimizing latex allergy. No. 464 Jalan Kuala Kangar, Ipoh Perak, Malaysia 30010 +60 -5 - 292 1736 • www.sanctband.com Categories: Rehab Equipment, Strength Training & Cardio Equip. See ad on page 9

Schutt Sports Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1347 1200 East Union Ave., Litchfield, IL 62056-0426 866-4-SCHUTT • www.schutt-sports.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel Shock Doctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1850 3300 Fernbrook Ln N., Ste. 250, Plymouth, MN 55447 763-253-1307 • www.shockdoctor.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel Shuttle System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1437 P.O. Box 5089, Glacier, WA 98244 800-334-5633 • www.shuttlesystems.com Categories: Rehab Equipment, Strength Training & Cardio Equip. Simtrak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1427 P.O. Box 203, Winfield, IL 60190 630-562-4100 • www.simtrak.com Categories: Management Tools Skin Sake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1054 P.O. Box 390, Hamburg, AR 71646 888-853-5544 • www.skinsake.com Categories: Trainer’s Room Slack, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418 6900 Grove Rd., Thorofare, NJ 08086 800-257-8290 • www.slackbooks.com Categories: Educational Materials SOLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1638 608 Crescent Cir., Great Falls, MT 59404 866-235-7653 • www.yoursole.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel, Braces & Supports

Spenco Medical Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1539 Makers of foot and wound care products P.O. Box 2501, Waco, TX 76712 800-877-3626 • www.spenco.com Categories: Trainer’s Room

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SportPharm Pharmaceuticals . . . . . . . . . . . . 748 381 Van Ness Ave., Ste. 1507, Torrance, CA 90501 800-272-4767 • www.sportpharm.com Categories: Management Tools Sports Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 727 865 Murfield Drive, Hanover Park, IL 60133 800-323-1305 • www.esportshealth.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Antimicrobial Products, Trainer’s Room Sports Medicine Research and Testing Laboratory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1150 560 Arapeen Dr., Ste. 150A, Salt Lake City, UT 84108 801-994-9454 • www.smrtl.org Categories: Drug Testing Stromgren Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 946 Protective compression performance apparel and sports medicine products 600 Main St., P.O. Box 1230, Hays, KS 67601 800-527-1988 • www.stromgren.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel, Braces & Supports, Antimicrobial Products

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Strutz, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 560 Sylvan Ave., 2 Executive Ctr., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 888-787-8891 • www.lovemystrutz.com Categories: Braces & Supports Summit America Insurance Services, LC . . . 631 7400 College Blvd., #100, Overland Park, KS 66210 800-955-1991 • www.summitamerica-ins.com Categories: Insurance Superfeet Worldwide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1655 1419 Whitehorn St., Ferndale, WA 98248 800-634-6618 • www.superfeet.com Swede-O, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 618 Swede-O manufactures quality braces designed to prevent and rehabilitate sports injuries. 6459 Ash St., North Branch, MN 55056 800-525-9339 • www.swedeo.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Hot & Cold Treatment, Trainer’s Room

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SwimEx, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1247 Aquatic therapy pools, plunge tanks, and exercise equipment 846 Airport Rd., Fall River, MA 02720 800-877-7946 • www.swimex.com Categories: Rehab Equipment, Aquatic Therapy See ad on page 61

Tanita Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 2625 S. Clearbrook Dr., Arlington Heights, IL 60005 800-826-4828 • www.tanita.com Categories: Trainer’s Room Tapout Pro/Battle Sports Science . . . . . . . . 1747 13308 Millard Ave., Omaha, NE 68137 402-884-7600 • www.tapoutmouthguard.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel, Management Tools Taylor Hooten Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1462 P.O. Box 2104, Frisco, TX 75034 972-403-7300 • www.taylorhooten.org Categories: Educational Materials Telvent DTN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1629 9110 W. Dodge Rd., Omaha, NE 68114 800-610-0777 • www.telventdtn.com/environment Categories: Management Tools, Weather Monitors The Andrews Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1457 1040 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Ste. 101, Gulf Breeze, FL 32561 850-916-8700 • www.theandrewsinstitute.com Categories: Educational Materials

The Clorox Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 937 1221 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612 510-271-7000 • www.thecloroxcompany.com Categories: Antimicrobial Products, Trainer’s Room The McKenzie Institute USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 646 432 Franklin St., Ste. 40, Syracuse, NY 13204 800-635-8380 • www.mckenziemdt.org Categories: Educational Materials The Quick Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 557 P.O. Box 241759, Memphis, TN 38124 901-826-2551 • www.thequickboard.com Categories: Strength Training & Cardio Equip. The Rotater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 564 Lee Rd. 279, Salen, AL 36874 334-444-4468 • www.therotater.com Categories: Strength Training & Cardio Equip. The Southeast Athletic Trainers’ Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1459 www.seata.org Categories: Educational Materials, Management Tools The Sqwincher Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1646 1409 Highway 45 South, Columbus, MS 39701 800-654-1920 • www.sqwincher.com Categories: Nutrition

The Stick/RPI of Atlanta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 433 2709 N.W. Lake Rd., Camas, WA 98607 888-882-0750 • www.thestick.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel, Rehab Equipment, Strength Training & Cardio Equip., Trainer’s Room, Massage Therapy The Vitality Depot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1846 1948 Franklin Rd., Roanoke, VA 24014 866-941-8867 • www.thevitalitydepot.com Categories: Braces & Supports, Electro/Laser/Light Therapy, Rehab Equipment, Trainer’s Room Therapy Innovations, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1636 P.O. Box 9279, Bend, OR 97708 541-550-7347 • www.therapyinnovation.com Categories: Hot & Cold Treatment, Trainer’s Room ThermoTek, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423 1454 Halsey Way, Carrollton, TX 75007 972-242-3232 • www.thermotekusa.com Categories: Hot & Cold Treatment Tiger Tail USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1743 10605 S.E. 240th St., #400, Kent, WA 98031 206-779-5238 • www.tigertailusa.com Categories: Rehab Equipment, Trainer’s Room Tinactin/Merck Consumer Care . . . . . . . . . . . 928 56 Livingston Ave., Roseland, NJ 07068 862-245-5000 • www.tinactin.com Categories: Trainer’s Room

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Vibrosphere®: More efficient rehabilitation in a short timeframe. Kaj Laserow is a chartered physiotherapist with a grade III in Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy. Mr Laserow‘s wide knowledge and in-depth experience of patients with whiplash injuries and balance disturbances formed the basis for Available throughof the Vibrosphere®. the innovation Athletic Training Distributors He identified an opportunity to combine two well estabmissionpharmacal.com lished training methods, balance and vibration, within the same product: the Vibrosphere®. Copyright © 2011 MISSION PHARMACAL COMPANY, All rights reserved.

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Topical Biomedics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 458 P.O. Box 494, Rhinebeck, NY 12572 845-871-4900 • www.topicalbiomedics.com Categories: Trainer’s Room

US PROMED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 456 87 Newport St., Arlington, MA 02476 866-461-2278 • www.uspromed.com Categories: Trainer’s Room

Townsend Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1245 Orthopedic manufacturer of ligament, osteoarthritis, and post-op knee braces. 4615 Shepard St., Bakersfield, CA 93313 800-432-3466 • www.townsenddesign.com Categories: Braces & Supports

VistaLifeSciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 522 P.O. Box 2396, Parker, CO 80134 303-981-0016 • www.vistapartners.com Categories: Management Tools, Trainer’s Room

Training & Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 430 The only trade magazine serving athletic trainers and professionals who work on the treatment/ prevention of injuries and the conditioning of competing athletes 31 Dutch Mill Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850 607-257-6970 • www.training-conditioning.com; www.athleticbid.com Categories: Educational Materials, Publishing

Vortex Industries, Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .658 12961 Park Central, Ste. 1420, San Antonio, TX 78216 (210) 496-4991 • www.vortexwrap.com Categories: Trainer’s Room

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Treatment Options/Hyland’s . . . . . . . . . . . . 1740 Natural pain relief and sports recovery products for athletes 1006 W. 8th Ave., Ste. A, King of Prussia, PA 19046 800-456-7818 • www.txoptions.com Categories: Nutrition, Trainer’s Room

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Trigger Point Technologies, LLC . . . . . . . . . 1722 5321 Industrial Oaks Blvd., Ste. 110, Austin, TX 78752 888-321-2557 • www.tptherapy.com Categories: Educational Materials, Rehab Equipment, Trainer’s Room Trustway T.E.A.M. Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1647 P.O. Box 731, Trumansburg, NY 14886 334-434-0905 • www.trustwayteam.com Categories: Management Tools TRX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1754 TRX® improves athlete performance and durability with minimal investment. 755 Sansome St., San Francisco, CA 94111 888-878-5348 • www.TRXtraining.com/teamsports Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel, Educational Materials, Rehab Equipment, Strength Training & Cardio Equip., Trainer’s Room

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Ultra Althete, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 832 8470 Allison Point Blvd., Ste. 100, Indianapolis, IN 46250 800-321-0607 • www.ultraankle.com Categories: Braces & Supports Under Armour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 1020 Hull St., Baltimore, MD 21230 410-468-5215 • www.underarmour.com Unequal Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 963 143 Viburnum Dr., Kennett Square, PA 19348 610-444-2808 • www.unequal.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel, Braces & Supports, Trainer’s Room University of South Florida . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1920 www.usfortho.com Categories: Educational Materials University of St. Augustine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 1 University Blvd., Saint Augustine, FL 32086 904-826-0084 • www.usa.edu Categories: Educational Materials 80

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Vita Coco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1921 www.vitacoco.com Categories: Nutrition, Hyrdation

WaterBoy Sports, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 422 Waterboy™ is the leader in industrial and athletic hydration systems. 1717 Minnesota Ave., Ste. C, Winter Park, FL 32789 888-442-6269 • www.waterboysports.com Categories: Hydration, Trainer’s Room

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Wellness Brands—The Right Stuff . . . . . . . 1919 The Right Stuff® - serious hydration for serious athletes developed by NASA 6525 Gunpark Dr., Ste. 370-121, Boulder, CO 80301 720-684-6584 • www.therightstuff-usa.com Categories: Nutrition

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WynnPharm, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 547 28 Eaton Rd., Eatontown, NJ 07724 732-544-4080 • www.wynnpharm.com Categories: Nutrition Xenith, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1555 672 Suffolk St., 3rd Floor, Lowell, MA 01854 866-888-2322 • www.xenith.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel Xtreme Research Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 P.O. Box 336, Port Richey, FL 34673-0336 (888) 732-0665 • www.xrcorp.info Categories: Trainer’s Room, Cardio Screening, Heat Stress Z-Health Performance Solutions . . . . . . . . . . 555 Z-Health® is a cutting-edge exercise system and education company. 8380 S. Kyrene Rd., Ste. 101, Tempe, AZ 85284 888-394-4198 • www.zhealth.net Categories: Educational Materials

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ZAMST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1755 ZAMST is Japan’s leading brand of injury prevention products. P.O. Box 641324, Los Angeles, CA 90064 877-ZAMST-US • www.zamst.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel, Braces & Supports, Hot & Cold Treatment, Trainer’s Room See ad on page 59

Zoll Medical Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 429 269 Mill Rd., Chelmsford, MA 01824 800-348-9011 • www.zoll.com Categories: Trainer’s Room

Wheelin’ Water, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 6702 Pawawna Dr., Fort Wayne, IN 46815 260-452-6478 • www.wheelinwater.com Categories: Hydration, Trainer’s Room Whitehall Manufacturing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 619 Stainless steel fabricator of hot and cold physical therapy equipment P.O. Box 3527, City of Industry, CA 91744 800-488-8999 • www.whitehallmfg.com Categories: Hot & Cold Treatment, Rehab Equipment

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Wilson Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1248 Athletic trainer cases P.O. Box 1106, Hastings, NE 68902 800-322-5493 • www.wilsoncase.com Categories: Athletic Equipment/Apparel, Trainer’s Room See ad on page 90

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WissTech Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1619 Manufacturer of the Hydration Station and Sideliner Portable Response Center P.O. Box 1002, Sugar Land, TX 77487 800-809-8184 • www.wisstechenterprises.com Categories: Trainer’s Room See ad on page 89

Wonder Warmers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 550 P.O. Box 1630, Peter Stuy PO, New York, NY 10009 646-602-9289 • www.wonderwarmers Categories: Hot and Cold Treatment Woodway USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 W229 N591 Foster Court, Waukesha, WI 53186 800-966-3929 • www.woodway.com Categories: Strength Training & Cardio Equip.

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2011 NATA

PRODUCT DEBUT

Amerx Health Care Corp. • 800-448-9599 www.amerigel.com • Booth No. 1819

Portable Wound Care

AmeriGel® Wound Dressing, a top-rated wound/ulcer treatment, is now available in Daily Dressing Packets. Proven to have faster healing times while killing 99.2 percent of MRSA in 24 hours, AmeriGel provides a moist wound environment and infection control through its exclusive agent, Oakin®, a broad-spectrum antimicrobial ingredient that kills bacteria commonly found in wounds, including MRSA, VRE, staphylococci, streptococci, E. coli & pseudomonas. AmeriGel is also available in 1-ounce tubes and Saturated Gauze Dressings. Circle No. 500

Cramer Products, Inc. • 800-345-2231 www.cramersportsmed.com • Booth No. 1119

Play Harder, Recover Faster

Cramer’s new Endurance Support System (ESS) sleeves use two types of compression to provide support to the muscles during strenuous activity. The ESS sleeves promote increased blood flow through the muscles and flush performance-inhibiting lactic acid away, so you can play harder and recover faster. And because many of Cramer’s products are medicalgrade, it’s worth putting your muscles in our hands—and sleeves.

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You Talked — We Listened. You wanted more from us and we delivered. • 200 more high quality equipment cleaning wipes per roll. NO ADDITIONAL COST! • And we added foam hand sanitizers to our line. Call 1-800-289-5762 now to take advantage. Thanks for making us a better supplier to your industry!

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Pro-Tec Athletics • 800-779-3372 www.injurybegone.com • Booth No. 329

Stability and Comfort

The Pro-Tec Gel-Force™ Knee Support can alleviate knee pain and provide moderate knee joint stability to overcome patello-femoral pain syndrome, patellar tracking, chondromalacia, and minor meniscus and ligament tears. Its breathable, soft fabric offers a four-way stretch, applying even, comfortable compression throughout the brace. The thick oval gel provides excellent comfort and support to the patella area. Medial and lateral spiral stays offer overall knee joint stability.

Equipment Cleaner

Presaturated disposable equipment cleaner wipes, approved by industry OEMs, now containing 900 high quality wipes per roll.

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Performance Health • 800-321-2135 www.thera-band.com • Booth No. 1438

Comfortable Stretching

Unlike a static-only strap, the Thera-Band® Stretch Strap can be used with both dynamic and static stretches. The Stretch Strap’s innovative elastic, multi-loop design allows for more comfortable stretching of major muscle groups and extremities in the treatment of foot-specific and related conditions. The numbered loops provide visual feedback for the athlete, and allow the conditioning and rehab professional to provide clear and accurate instruction when setting goals and limitations.

Foam Hand Sanitizer

Our newly developed touch-free foam hand sanitizer - available with or without alcohol, in white, black and chrome dispensers.

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WissTech Enterprises • 800-809-8184 www.wisstechenterprises.com • Booth No. 1619

Ready, Set, Hydrate

The all-new Tanker 35 is constructed of welded aluminum. From the cart to the pump and battery container, the Tanker 35 is built to last. With six metal adjustable drinking valves, and a high-flow pump, the Tanker 35 makes hydration automatic. The towable and trainable capabilities of the Tanker 35 make field set-up a snap. Visit the company’s Web site for more information and pricing. Circle No. 578

Medical Specialties, Inc. • 800-582-4040 www.medspec.com • Booth No. 1431

Exceptional Design

The ASO EVO ankle stabilizer is an EVOlutionary step forward in ankle protection with its unique stirrup strap, stabilizing straps, and dynamic cuff. This new design enables the ASO EVO to comfortably provide exceptional ankle support and stability in the treatment of syndesmotic (high) ankle sprains and to reduce the severity and frequency of future ankle injuries. The ASO EVO is bilateral and fits either the left or right foot.

1-864-503-8333 1-800-289-5762 www.athletixproducts.com

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Wilson Case • 800-322-5493 www.wilsoncase.com • Booth No. 1248

Organization On the Go

MobileMed Athletic Trainers Case #68-713 is a new athletic trainer’s case designed for usability and mobility. The MobileMed has a table top, drawers, bins, tape spindles and shelves to keep medical supplies organized. Circle No. 504

Spenco • 800-877-3626 www.spenco.com • Booth No. 1539

Supportive Sandal

Spenco® Polysorb® Total Support Sandals were designed for firm support and motion control in a premium slip-on sandal. The company has taken its Spenco® Total Support Insole and turned it inside out. The sandal provides increased shock absorption and advanced support for the arch and heel. They are perfect for after sports training and both indoor or outdoor wear. Circle No. 610

Athletix Products by Contec, Inc. • 864-503-8333 www.athletixproducts.com • Booth No. 1943

EPA Registered

Athletix™ Disinfectant Wipes are EPA-registered in all 50 states as well as U.S. territories. The product kills CA-MRSA, MRSA, STAPH, VRE, Influenza A2 (Japan/305/57—H2N2) and many more. The Athletix Disinfectant Wipes are orthophenylphenol, bleach, ammonia, and alcohol free. The EPA believes this product’s effectiveness against Influenza A2 will demonstrate effectiveness against H1N1. Circle No. 507

Multi Radiance Medical • 800-373-0955 www.multiradiance.com • Booth No. 1424

Portable Pain Management

Multi Radiance Medical’s MR4 ACTIV is among the world’s most advanced portable lasers, and provides accelerated pain relief and healing to get athletes back in the game faster. The MR4 ACTIV manages acute/chronic pain, such as shin splints and tennis elbow, and improves flexibility and stamina, with six treatment programs using red and blue radiances. The unit comes with an eight-hour rechargeable battery, making it perfect for sideline use. Circle No. 612

Kinesio • 505-856-2029 www.kinesiotaping.com • Booth No. 237

Taping Made Easier

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Kinesio® Pre-Cut tapes are true field-tested Kinesio taping applications. Application areas include the back, neck, shoulder, knee, wrist, and foot. Each application comes with easyto-follow, step-by-step application instructions, as well as measurement guides on the paper backing to adjust to your athletes’

Biodex Medical Systems, Inc. • 800-224-6339 www.biodex.com/biosway • Booth No. 1149

All About Balance

Test and train your athletes on the recently updated Biodex BioSway a versatile, portable balance assessment and training device. Upgraded software features a more intuitive user experience and new interactive CATCH Game to work on balance skills in a game-like setting. Use in conjunction with the Play It S.A.F.E.® Concussion Management Program to establish preseason baselines and quantify the components of balance before an injury occurs. Circle No. 505

Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products, Ltd. • 800-810-1740 www.medi-dyne.com • Booth No. 849

ProStretch Plus

ProStretch Plus from Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products is a great choice for increasing flexibility in the plantar fascia, Achilles tendon, calves, shins, and hamstrings. The patent-pending ProStretch Plus includes an adjustable, elevated heel rest that both customizes fit and increases stability; an exclusive adjustable toe lift that provides superior plantar fascia and toe stretch; and a larger platform, which allows for progressive stretching without readjusting the foot. Circle No. 597

Treatment Options • 800-234-8879 www.txoptions.com • Booth No. 1740

Helps Restore Mineral Balance

Hyland’s Bioplasma Sport is a unique sports recovery product indicated for the restoration of essential minerals lost due to training or competition. By assisting to maintain proper cellular mineral balance, Bioplasma Sport can help alleviate common symptoms seen post exertion such as fatigue, pain, and inflammation. Taken orally or dissolved in water, Bioplasma Sport conveniently helps restore essential mineral balance in living cells and improves cellular capacity to absorb nutrients. Circle No. 649

American Public University • 877-777-9081 www. StudyatAPU.com/TC • Booth No. 1973

Learn to Achieve

American Public University offers affordable online degrees to help you achieve your career goals. Pursue an online bachelor’s degree in Sports and Health Sciences or an online master’s degree in Sports Management, and focus your studies on coaching, exercise science, pre-sports medicine, sports administration, or other courses. Programs are 100-percent online, and 8- and 16-week courses start monthly. Tuition starts at $250 to $325 per credit hour. Learn more today. Circle No. 503

ZAMST • 877-926-7887 www.zamst.com • Booth No. 1755

Thumbs Up

The ZAMST Thumb Guard is made of a unique thermoplastic material that conforms to the thumb shape for perfect support. Its short length and lowprofile, compact design enables natural movements and makes it possible to wear under a catcher’s mitt, and in volleyball and basketball competitions (no metal parts). Ideal for goalkeepers and catchers, volleyball middle blockers or defensive players, basketball (shooting and non-shooting hands). The ZAMST Thumb Guard is washable, and the thermoplastic material can be reshaped up to 30 times, for multiple users or different hands. Circle No. 508

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MedPac, Inc. 800-414-9031 www.medicalbags.com Booth No. 530

Smooth Rolling

Available in June 2011, the wheeled BacPac is designed to wear comfortably as a backpack with padded shoulder straps and a waist strap, or can be converted into a wheeled backpack. With its smooth rolling wheels and a convenient, telescoping handle it is easy to transport heavy loads. The spacious, main compartment is similar in size to the original MedPac BacPac and, as with most Medpacs, the main compartment can be customized with adjustable dividers. The lid has a full-length zippered pocket and clear vinyl pockets to keep supplies and instruments visible and accessible. The wheeled BacPac is crafted of water-resistant, ballistic nylon with thick, foam padding. Available in black, navy, or red.

Rich-Mar 888-549-4945 www.richmarweb.com Booth No. 531

Create Your Own

The latest development in Rich-Mar’s Winner EVO system is the Applicator Plug and Play (APP) concept, which allows you to create your own custom ultrasound/stim or ultrasound/stim/laser hybrid unit. Add specific units, such as the laser module and emitter or hands-free AutoPrism, now or wait until later when your budget permits. All units feature the Rich-Mar Electronics that have been used by clinicians all over the world for 40 years. Circle No. 670

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American Red Cross 800-667-2968 www.redcross.org Booth No. 342

...But Acuforce Trigger Point/Massage Therapy Products are unique weighted tools designed for specific applications. What’s more, because these weighted tools provide the required pressure, you save strength and benefit from minimal toll on your fingers, hands, and arms. Great for muscle stripping, cross-fiber friction, and trigger point therapy, there is an Acuforce tool perfect for your purpose.

First Responder Training

The new CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers Program teaches professional rescuers to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, children and infants until more advanced medical personnel take over. The program includes two-year certification with free digital refreshers; choice of free digital or affordable print course materials; and optional add-on training in Administering Emergency Oxygen, Bloodborne Pathogens, and more. Circle No. 657

Molnylcke Health Care 800-843-8497 www.hibiclens.com Booth No. 929

Fights CrossContamination

Get a leg up in the battle against cross-contamination with the Hibiclens Hands Free Dispenser. The unit holds a 32-ounce bottle of Hibiclens, and includes a foaming nozzle for more efficient and cost-effective use of the product. The dispenser is available at no charge with the purchase of Hibiclens. Circle No. 654

Massage star: The “3 in 1” star of the Acuforce family!

aCuforCe 3.0i for Cryotherapy: The large surface area can be used to apply ice while keeping your hands warm.

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What athletic trainers should know:

Amerx manufactures physicians’ top-rated topical;—AmeriGel® Wound Dressing. AmeriGel® skin and wound-care products are proven to fight infection, including MRSA, while healing faster.

Visit their booth to…

Learn about AmeriGel®’s ability to kill 99.2 percent of MRSA in 24 hours, providing proven infection control and faster healing for sports skin injuries.

What’s new this year:

AmeriGel® Wound Dressing is now available in portable Daily Dressing Packets for on-the-go infection control, and faster healing for sports skin injuries when traveling.

Amerx Health Care Corp. 800-448-9599 www.amerigel.com

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What athletic trainers should know:

Pro-Tec Athletics’ supports and braces are designed based on taping techniques, and include compression strips or pads to provide targeted compression.

Visit their booth to…

Receive one free product sample and review the company’s entire line of braces, supports, hot/cold, and massage therapy products.

What’s new this year:

Pro-Tec now offers Gel-Force Knee and Ankle Supports, Pre-Cut Kinesiology Tape, and new XL size IT Band Compression Wrap and Achilles Tendon Support.

Featuring leading brands like Thera-Band and Biofreeze, Performance Health offers a broad portfolio of products for the therapy, rehabilitation, and wellness markets. In addition to market-leading products, Performance Health provides evidence-based protocols, education, and pain management solutions.

Visit their booth to…

See the latest Biofreeze Pain Reliever and Thera-Band progressive resistance products.

What’s new for this year:

The Thera-Band® Stretch Strap is a revolutionary replacement to static stretching devices. The Stretch Strap’s innovative elastic, multi-loop design allows for more comfortable stretching of major muscle groups and extremities.

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What athletic trainers should know:

Pivotal Health Solutions provides broadspectrum solutions, thanks to a diverse product offering, for rehab and therapy needs.

Visit their booth to…

See the Apollo portable laser in action. It’s the only laser treatment that can be performed away from the training room.

What’s new for this year:

Pivotal now offers a solution for all of your training-room table needs, along with new and innovative rehab equipment.

Pivotal Health Solutions

800-321-2135 www.biofreeze.com www.thera-band.com

800-743-7738 www.pivotalhealthsolutions.com

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What athletic trainers should know:

Biodex presents the Play It S.A.F.E.® Concussion Management Program. Using either the Biodex Balance System SD or Portable BioSway, the program complements cognitive testing with balance assessment.

Visit their booth to…

Test your balance. Experience how simple the program is to use, or how challenging it is to master—then think about how your athletes will benefit.

What’s new for this year:

Both the Balance System SD and Portable BioSway have undergone software enhancements for a more intuitive user experience and a new interactive CATCH game.

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What athletic trainers should know:

Gladiator® is an industry leader and innovator in custom mouthguard technology, keeping at the forefront of concussion and oral injury prevention. With this mouthguard, athletes breathe better and speak more clearly. Gladiator’s new exclusive designs (patent pending) offer maximum protection, improved athletic performance, and guaranteed compliance with unparalleled cost savings.

Visit their booth to…

See our new patent pending design, win a chance to get a Gladiator® for yourself, and meet our newest team members.

What’s new for this year:

Gladiator® mouthguards can be personalized with team colors, logo and jersey numbers. Gladiator offers 50 percent off additional and replacement guards for the life of the model.

Pro-Tec Athletics

Biodex Medical Systems

Gladiator by Sport Guard, Inc.

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800-779-3372 www.injurybegone.com Circle No. 512

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800-224-6339 www.biodex.com Circle No. 513

877-8-GUARDS www.gladiatorguards.com Circle No. 514

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GUESS WHAT ? You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to guess again. Amrex has removed the guesswork from treatment parameter settings. The new MS324C Low Volt AC Muscle Stimulator is a microprocessor-controlled unit, enabling precise treatment settings for each modality. The exact selected parameter will be indicated on the corresponding digital display. This unit is conveniently portable for worldwide operation with a 115/230Vac 50/60Hz power supply.

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USE THIS MS324C UNIT TO STIMULATE YOUR PRACTICE. A TRUE VALUE MODALITY TO ATTRACT MORE PATIENTS.

pulse, tetanize, surge, and reciprocal output through dual-channel four-pad application. The low-voltage stimulator also features a patient treatment stop switch, designed to promote patient assurance. The user may discontinue stimulator output at the press of a button. DEALER AVAILABLE FROM $1158 MSRP

electrotherapy equipment a division of Amrex-Zetron, Inc. 641 East Walnut Street, Carson, California 90746 Tel: (800) 221-9069 or (310) 527-6868 / FAX: (310) 366-7343 Website: http://www.amrex-zetron.com E-mail: amrex@amrex-zetron.com Circle No. 162

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What athletic trainers should know:

Visit their booth to…

The American Red Cross is launching its next generation of First Aid and CPR/AED training in 2011.

Hibistat contain chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG), which kills germs on contact and continues killing for up to six hours after use.

Preview new professional-level training programs that offer two-year certification, new digital materials and online tools, and exceptional value.

What’s new this year:

The CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers course featuring free digital materials and skill refreshers.

What athletic trainers should know:

HQ, Inc., manufactures the CorTemp ingestible core body temperature sensor, which is used to detect elevated core temperature during athletic activity on the field. .

learn how the use of Hibiclens and Hibistat can help prevent skin infections that could potentially take key athletes out for a game or an entire season. Register to win a Kindle for filling out a survey.

Visit their booth to…

What’s new this year:

The makers of Hibiclens are offering a handsfree dispenser that is perfect for the sink or shower. The dispenser is available at no charge with the purchase of Hibiclens product. For more info, contact your Hibiclens representative, or go to the website listed below.

see a demo of the CorTemp ingestible sensor and receive information on the validation of its use compared to methods of external temperature monitoring. The company has grant money and promotional programs available to better meet the financial needs of high schools and smaller colleges.

American Red Cross

Molnlycke Health Care

HQ, Inc./CorTemp

Booth No. 342

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800-667-2968 www.redcross.org

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TRAVEL BAGS

A25 Deluxe Med Bag

BELT PACKS

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Handcrafted to exacting standards for quality and durability

B20 Small

941-723-4197 www.hqinc.net

Validated results with ultrasound. Proven versatility with everything else. Increase patient compliance. Complement ultrasound therapy. Enhance cryotherapy. Calm the pain between T.E.N.S. Intensify soft tissue massage. Provide fast pain relief for muscles and joints.

A18 Large Fold-up

MED BAG ACCESSORIES A11 Combo Kit A10 Vial Kit

B25 Deluxe

A9 Unit Dose

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ULTRASOUND STUDY & SAMPLE

800.527.4923 info@ari-med.com

800.527.4923 VOICE 480.966.9806 FAX 86

FREE!

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PAIN RELIEVING GELS

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What athletic trainers should know:

Active Ankle is dedicated to developing innovative products that help people perform at their best.

What athletic trainers should know:

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The world’s best athletes and sports teams consider the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill an essential part of their athletic conditioning and rehabilitation programs.

Visit their booth to…

See the company’s complete line of rigid and lace-up ankle braces.

Demo the AlterG and enter to win a $500 Nike gift card. After an injury, athletes are able to resume workouts more quickly by using the AlterG. Find out why you should have an AlterG in your training room.

What’s new this year: Active Ankle is now on Twitter.

What’s new for this year:

The company is offering new pricing and rental options for the AlterG that make it easier than ever for you to get one for your athletic training room.

Active Ankle

800-800-2896 www.activeankle.com

American Public University is an accredited university offering associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s programs—100 percent online and designed for you. Learn about APU’s programs in Sports and Health Sciences, including Exercise Science, Sports Management, Athletic Administration and more. APU currently offers over 140 degree and certificate programs.

What’s new for this year:

American Public University is pleased to be a first-time NATA exhibitor.

American Public University

AlterG, Inc.

Booth No. 1318

www.alter-g.com

877-777-9081 www.apus.edu

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Try Nano Flex

Touch, feel and see how Nano Flex® functions— Visit us at NATA in New Orleans, booth 946

Compression Support System

…you’ll never go back to neoprene.

Nano Flex® has More Therapeutic Functions than Neoprene Ion (Anion) fabric— 1 Negative enhances body’s natural

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healing process Infrared Rays— 2 Far Increases blood circulation and retention of body heat

1480 Calf Support

3 Anti-Bacterial Odor free

5580 Elbow Support

5 Wicks perspiration away from body 3580 Knee Support

Available at your favorite sports medicine supplier or team sporting goods dealer

1581 Wrist and Thumb Support

8580R Sacral Lumbar Support Hays, Kansas 67601

800.527.1988 www.stromgren.com Circle No. 165

3582 Open Patella Knee Support with Spiral Stays

1580 Wrist Support

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What athletic trainers should know:

Athletix Products by Contec is a leading manufacturer of equipment maintenance products that reduce warranty claims, reduce consumable consumption, and lead to healthier workout environments.

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Learn more about innovative maintenance products for professionals and consumers alike.

What’s new this year:

Athletix Products by Contec has new 900-count Equipment Cleaner wipe rolls and Hand Hygiene System. The company also offers Foam Hand Sanitizers.

What athletic trainers should know:

Benchmade is committed to designing and manufacturing world-class safety cutters and edged tools to help cut quickly and reliably in any situation.

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Check out Benchmade’s line of safety cutters and see how effective this tool can be increasing efficiency and safety in the training room.

What’s new for this year:

Benchmade introduces the 8BLKH T-Handled Safety Cutter, a new safety cutter featuring added leverage with a T-handled grip. This cutter is also dip-coated for added comfort.

Athletix Products by Contec, Inc. 800-289-5762 www.athletixproducts.com

Booth No. 1943

Benchmade Knife Co.

What athletic trainers should know:

BiPro is NSF-Certified for Sport™. It is glutenfree and unflavored. This 100-percent natural whey protein isolate contains no carbs, fat, sugar, or lactose.

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Learn how MLB, NFL, and NHL athletes are using BiPro, and enter to win a two-pound jar of the product. Interested in reselling? You can save 30 percent.

What’s new for this year:

BiPro, NSF-Certified for Sport™, is now available for purchase in a 14-count single serving box.

BiPro

800-800-7427 www.benchmade.com

877-692-4776 www.biprousa.com

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Booth No. 1823

Your partner in aquatic therapy

Aquatic Systems, LLC

(888) 206-7802

Please visit us @ Booth #932

Hudson is a leading manufacturer of aquatic therapy, conditioning, and wellness equipment. With industry experience of over 25 years we believe in the power of aquatics. Now envision the power of partnering with the experts at Hudson Aquatic Systems, LLC.

www.HudsonAquatic.com Circle No. 166

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What athletic trainers should know:

Dynatronics is a leading manufacturer of electrotherapy, ultrasound, and light therapy equipment to the athletic trainers’ market. Dynatronics manufactures tables and rehabilitation equipment, and offers 8,000 distributed items.

The Bodyblade® system of training provides a functional tri-plane, core-based training environment ideal for rehabilitation, sports performance training, personal training and group exercise.

Visit their booth to…

Learn how to enhance recovery and keep your athletes in the game with Dynatronics’ wide array of modalities.

Feel the power of the Bodyblade firsthand. In a matter of minutes, you’ll feel your muscles working in ways you can instantly apply to improving sports performance, rehabilitation and better training for your athletes.

What’s new this year:

What’s new for this year:

Become a DynaClub member at no cost or obligation and receive up to 15 percent off when ordering online. Look to Dynatronics for quality and savings.

Dynatronics

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What athletic trainers should know:

The National Strength and Conditioning Association is the trusted authority on strength and conditioning, bridging the gap between science and application since 1978.

Visit their booth to… ®

Learn about membership benefits, cuttingedge education, and preferred certification for career advancement. Enter for a chance to win a certification exam.

The Bodyblade® program, including the new Bodyblade Instructor Training Workshop, helps medical professionals understand how to effectively use Bodyblade for sports performance training and rehabilitation.

NSCA

Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc.

800-874-6251 www.dynatronics.com

800-847-7746 maddogg.com • bodyblade.com

800-815-6826 www.nsca-lift.org

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Portable Response Center

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What athletic trainers should know:

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OPTP offers an extensive range of fitness, therapy and healthy-living products, including many exclusive and innovative tools and resources developed by the most renowned experts. View all of their new products and resources that complement training and conditioning, pain management and post-op rehab.

What’s new this year:

Besides all of the new products and resources, they are excited to announce their new branding initiative, including their new logo, catalog, and soon-to-be new Web site.

OPTP

800-367-7393 www.optp.com

Booth No. 644 Circle No. 524

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Parker Laboratories, Inc., a leading manufacturer of medical ultrasound and electromedical contact media, also produces Protex, an alcohol-free cleaner/disinfectant that kills more than 30 pathogens. See some new additions to the company’s product line and get a chance to enter a raffle to win a season’s supply of Protex Cleaner/Disinfectant.

What’s new for this year:

Protex Cleaner/Disinfectant is now used in athletic training rooms at the Prudential Center (home of the NHL’s Devils, NBA’s Nets, WNBA’s Liberty, and Seton Hall University Men’s Basketball), The Newark National Invitational Basketball Tournament, and the NJSIAA High School Hockey Championships.

Parker Laboratories, Inc. 800-631-8888 www.parkerlabs.com

Booth No. 1436 Circle No. 525

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What athletic trainers should know: With a wide selection of products ready to ship, Power Systems has the training equipment you need to help your athletes succeed on the playing field.

Visit their booth to…

Take advantage of show discounts of up to 25 percent, plus free shipping on orders placed at the 2011 NATA Convention.

What’s new for this year:

In late 2010, Power Systems launched free educational videos on hundreds of their products.

Power Systems

800-321-6975 www.powersystems.com

Booth No. 623 Circle No. 526

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This is the 43rd consecutive year that PRO Orthopedic has exhibited at the NATA Convention.

View the new VibraStim Deep Tissue Massage Unit.

What’s new this year:

PRO Orthopedic now offers VibraStim Deep Tissue Therapy.

PRO Orthopedic

800-523-5611 www.proorthopedic.com

Booth No. 718 Circle No. 527

Swede-O is a worldwide leader in providing innovative products for the prevention and rehabilitation of sports-related injuries. Enter to win prizes and see the company’s new products, including the improved Inner Lok 8 ankle brace, and its expanded line of Thermoskin Thermal Supports.

What’s new for this year:

SwimEx offers the only pool with a poolwide adjustable, smooth water flow for even resistance.

See a half-pool model and enter a DVD raffle.

What’s new for this year:

SwimEx has a new aquatic exercise DVD set, including over 90 minutes of exercises.

Swede-O has added many new products, such as the Multi-Sport ankle brace, a low-profile Thermoskin knee patella tracker, a new plantar fasciitis device, and others that will be introduced at this year’s show.

Swede-O

800-525-9339 www.swedeo.com

SwimEx

Booth No. 618

800-877-7946 www.swimex.com

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What athletic trainers should know:

Wilson Case has worked with athletic trainers for over 30 years. Its cases are designed with the input of ATC’s and based on their needs.

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See the new MobileMed #68-713 case as well as Wilson’s popular TablePRO Athletic Trainer Cases.

What’s new this year:

The MobileMed Case is a brand new athletic trainer’s case designed with a work surface and lots of organized storage for all your supplies.

Wilson Case

800-322-5493 www.wilsoncase.com

Booth No. 1248 Circle No. 530

What athletic trainers should know:

For the past 14 years, WissTech Enterprises has engineered and produced the Hydration Station—one of the most rugged and dependable drinking fountains on the market.

Diversa Products Group manufactures Bushwalker Bags, a line of top-quality med bags, beltpacks, equipment bags, and custom designs in its Tempe, Ariz., facility.

Visit their booth to…

What’s new for this year:

View the new 35-gallon Tanker on a towable, all-aluminum, welded cart with no-flat caster tires. WissTech has a new 35-gallon Tanker, in addition to its Sideliner Portable Response Center, complete with custom logo.

WissTech Enterprises

See the most popular models in person, and review and comment on design updates and new models. Diversa Products Group continues to refine its most popular models and beltpacks.

Diversa Products Group

800-809-8184 www.wisstechenterprises.com

800-527-4923 www.bushwalkerbags.com

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Booth No. 747

Introducing

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Patented Rocker Bottom

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What athletic trainers should know:

Multi Radiance Medical’s laser therapy devices are used by more than 50 Olympic and professional teams to get athletes back in the game faster.

Ari-Med Pharmaceuticals is the original developer of Flexall® 454 pain-relieving gel and has been involved in the sports medicine community since 1987.

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What’s new for this year:

The Gatorade Company provides sports nutrition designed to meet the needs of athletes at all competitive levels and across a broad range of sports. See how the G Series and G Series Pro are backed by the latest sports performance science, and developed in collaboration with some of the world’s greatest athletes. Melissa Tippet, MA, Gatorade Sports Science Institute, will be presenting “Athlete Testing: Applying Best Practices to Your Athletic Training Room.”

Learn more about its effective, drug-free and non-invasive laser therapy devices, and how the new portable MR4 ACTIV can help serious athletes. The advanced portable laser—the MR4 ACTIV. On or off the field, the MR4 ACTIV brings out the best in athletes.

What athletic trainers should know:

Pick up free samples of Flexall along with product information and uses.

What’s new for this year:

Ari-Med continues to inform athletic trainers about the product’s versatility and uses, including with ultrasound therapy.

Ari-Med Pharmaceuticals

Gatorade

Multi Radiance Medical

800-884-2867 www.gatorade.com

800-373-0955 www.multiradiance.com

800-527-4923 www.ari-med.com

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Booth No. 747

Hooks cut effortlessly through athletic gear in emergency situations.

SAFETY CUTTERS

Quickly and safely remove athletic tape in one cut.

Proudly manufactured in our facility in Oregon City, OR, USA.

Cut through equipment, cleats, tape and bandaging quickly and safely. Our hooks are designed for rapid cut, engineered for reliability, and built to keep cutting long after others fail. From rescue situations to everyday use, trust your Benchmade safety cutter to get the job done.

BENCHMADE KNIFE COMPANY 300 BEAVERCREEK ROAD • OREGON CITY, OR 97045 1-800-800-7427 • WWW.BENCHMADE.COM • INFO@BENCHMADE.COM

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What athletic trainers should know:

TRX training builds superior muscular balance, joint stability, mobility, and core strength, which all help athletes perform better in any sport and avoid injuries.

Visit their booth to…

Experience firsthand how TRX training can work for you and your clients to improve performance.

What’s new this year:

TRX Rip™ Training—resistance training with a metabolic focus. This is dynamic, rotational power training.

What athletic trainers should know:

Rich-Mar is a manufacturer of advanced ultrasound electrotherapy, low-level light/laser equipment, self-adhesive electrodes, and iontophoresis drug delivery along with lotion warmers, and digital heating pads. For more than 40 years, Rich-Mar has been an industry leader in non-invasive devices.

What’s new this year:

The Winner EVO Series with the Applicator Plug and Play (APP) concept allows you to create your own custom ultrasound/stim/laser hybrid now or wait until your budget permits to add elements.

Rich-Mar

TRX 888-878-5348 www.TRXtraining.com

888-549-4945 www.richmarweb.com

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What athletic trainers should know:

Performance Dynamics is working with both Olympic training centers, plus training rooms in the NFL, MLB, NCAA Division I sports and MMA.

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See how the motion of the Core-Tex reactive trainer is different from anything else, with applications for rehab and performance.

What’s new this year:

Expanded programming, used and endorsed by Manchester United and the San Diego Padres, with distribution in Europe and Asia.

Performance Dynamics 619-285-9218 www.coretexfitness.com

Booth No. 558 Circle No. 642

The perfect edge

for rehab and sports performance training. Preventive medicine in your hands. ● Stabilization ● Strength ● Balance ● Power ● Endurance ● Coordination

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Since 1918, athletic training and Cramer Products have progressed side by side. A clear vision and a sensible approach to the needs of the physically active are common qualities shared by the men and women of Cramer Products and the thousands of dedicated professionals who serve as athletic trainers and sports medicine clinicians. The Cramer approach of hard work and a tireless allegiance to athletic training has led to the introduction of numerous product innovations, from state-of-the-art braces and supports to the first electrolyte-replacement sports drink and the recently introduced Cramer Stay Cool Towel®and ProShox® mouthguard. Cramer’s approach is straightforward and simple: a commitment to support athletically active individuals with proven treatments. Perhaps that’s why Cramer remains one of the most trusted names in athletic training rooms the world over. Cramer Products is proud to have been the NATA’s original corporate supporter, and is pleased to advance its solid relationship with the organization today. www.cramersportsmed.com ----------------------------

Since its founding in 1998, CytoSport™ has been dedicated to working with sports scientists, coaches, and trainers to redefine protein-enhanced products for active lifestyles and serious athletes—supporting performance when it matters. Over the years, CytoSport has expanded to create a comprehensive line that encompasses the athletic experience from preparation, to hydration, to recovery. Its products are among the very few that are

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DJO Global is a leading developer, manufacturer, and distributor of high-quality medical devices that provide solutions for musculoskeletal health, vascular health, and pain management. DJO Global’s products address the continuum of patient care from injury prevention to rehabilitation after surgery, injury, or from degenerative disease. The company’s products are used by orthopedic specialists, spine surgeons, primary care physicians, pain management specialists, physical therapists, podiatrists, chiropractors, athletic trainers, and other healthcare professionals. Many of DJO Global’s medical devices and related accessories are used by athletes and patients for injury prevention and at-home physical therapy treatment. DJO Global’s products are marketed under the brands Aircast, DonJoy, ProCare, CMF, Empi, Chattanooga, DJO Surgical, and Compex. www.DJOglobal.com ----------------------------

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The Gatorade Co., a division of PepsiCo, provides sports performance innovations designed to meet the needs of athletes at all competitive levels and across a broad range of sports. Gatorade Thirst Quencher ® is backed by more than 40 years of research and is scientifically formulated and athletically proven to quench thirst, replace fluids and electrolytes, and provide carbohydrate energy to enhance athletic performance. The company’s product portfolio is built around the G Series™, a 1-2-3 approach to athlete nutrition and hydration before (Gatorade Prime 01™, during (Gatorade® Perform 02 and G2® Perform 02), and after (Gatorade Recover 03™) training or competition. www.gatorade.com ----------------------------

OPTP is a leading provider of physical therapy, fitness, and wellness products. The company’s extensive range includes many exclusive and innovative tools, and resources developed by renowned experts. Over the past 30 years, OPTP has built a reputation for providing exceptional customer service and quality products, like the original McKenzie Lumbar Roll, the Stretch Out Strap, and the long-lasting OPTP ProRoller™. The company’s wide product selection reflects a commitment to accommodate the needs of different individuals and professionals. OPTP remains one of the most trusted resources for tools and resources for myofascial release, core strengthening, stretching, rehabilitation, or training and conditioning. OPTP is proud to be an exhibitor and supporter of the NATA Conference. www.optp.com ----------------------------

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Amerx Health Care Corp. Booth No. 1819 AmeriGel® Sterile Wound Wash provides pain-free first-aid treatment for cleansing wounds immediately following injury to avoid infections caused by bacteria and debris. AmeriGel inhibits growth of pathogens, is pH-neutral and preservativefree, and requires no refrigeration after opening. This OTC product contains no cytotoxic chemical additives, is easy to apply, and offers safe and effective cleansing action. It eliminates waste by allowing multiple uses, and is available in four-ounce and eight-ounce bottles. www.amerigel.com Circle No. 532

Pivotal Health Solutions, Inc. Booth No. 137 Apollo manufactures powerful cold lasers for the treatment of pain and sports injuries. The Apollo line includes versatile portable and desktop systems with a variety of high-power probes—treatment times are two to four minutes. The portable Apollo weighs just three pounds and can be easily carried on and off a playing field. Practitioners depend on cold laser therapy to treat a variety of pain syndromes, injuries, wounds, and fractures. www.pivotalhealthsolutions.com Circle No. 533

Pro-Tec Athletics Booth No. 329

Pre-cut Kinesiology Tape, a new product in the Pro-Tec line, provides relief for muscle tightness, knee pain, IT Band syndrome, shin splints, hamstring tears, plantar fasciitis, epicondylitis (tennis elbow), wrist pain, and most soft tissue injuries. The tape promotes circulation, reduces muscle fatigue, and provides moderate soft-tissue management. Each package includes 20 pre-cut pieces—10 “I”-cut strips and 10 “Y”-cut strips—and a manual with simple application directions. www.injurybegone.com Circle No. 534

Performance Health Booth No. 1438

Thera-Band® stability products offer industry-leading solutions for sports performance enhancement, balance training, and rehabilitation. The product family is based on Thera-Band Trusted Progression: a broad, complete spectrum of challenge levels that provides trainers and therapists the tools they need to progress their athletes. The products offered include the Rocker and Wobble Boards, three densities of oval-shaped stability trainers, and the Stability Disc. The Stability Disc can also be used for active sitting and core development. www.thera-band.com Circle No. 536

Gladiator by Sport Guard, Inc. Booth No. 519 The Gladiator® is a custom-fitted, dentist-quality mouthguard made in the USA by trained dental technicians. It is precisely fitted to the athlete’s mouth, offering better protection against oral injury and concussion. The Gladiator is changing athletes’ awareness of oral protection and concussion risk. The new patent-pending design offers maximum protection and easier breathing to enhance athletes’ performance. The Gladiator is engineered to provide a competitive edge on the field, the ice, or wherever athletes play. Personalization with team logo and ID is free. www.gladiatorguards.com Circle No. 537

AquaJogger Booth No. 1639 The AquaJogger® Hitch is the ideal accessory for keeping athletes stationary during water running and rehab sessions.The Hitch is a five-foot elastic tether with plastic hooks on each end. Attach one end onto any AquaJogger buoyancy belt and the other to a fixed point in your pool or aquatic exercise tank. AquaJogger offers special pricing discounts to athletic trainers, coaches, and medical staff. www.aquajogger.com Circle No. 538

Perform Better Booth No. 1329

Black Training Ropes, like Perform Better’s regular training ropes, are a great supplement to any strength and conditioning routine. Using them can help athletes generate power and strength while increasing cardiovascular endurance. The new black ropes will look cleaner, will not shed, and are easy on the hands. An instructional CD-Rom offers many ideas for rope training. All of Perform Better’s ropes come in different lengths and thicknesses. www.performbetter.com Circle No. 535

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CytoSport, Inc. Booth No. 1641 Whey Isolate is a premium-quality, lactose-free whey protein supplement. Each pleasant-tasting serving provides 20 grams of pure whey protein isolate. Sugar-free, lactose-free, and gluten-free, Whey Isolate provides more of what athletes want without all the fillers. It’s available in six flavors: vanilla creme, chocolate, sour apple, pineapple banana, tangy orange, and blue raspberry. www.cytosport.com Circle No. 598

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A great accessory to have in the training room, the 7 Hook Safety Cutter is one of the trusty products in the Benchmade line of professional grade cutting tools. Featuring 440C stainless steel, a large handle with vinyl coating for grip, and multiple grip and carry options, the 7 Hook Safety Cutter allows you to cut quickly and reliably in any situation. www.benchmade.com

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Biodex Medical Systems, Inc. Booth No. 1149 Biodex Medical Systems, a leader in sports medicine and rehabilitation, presents Play It S.A.F.E.® Concussion Management Program. Cognitive and functional assessments are brought together using the best practices to quantify the components of balance before an injury occurs. Play It S.A.F.E. starts with baseline testing on the Biodex Balance System SD or Portable BioSway, adding the vestibular and objective balance assessment so important in concussion assessment. www.biodex.com/concussion Circle No. 541

IntelaMetrix, Inc. Booth No. 1821

IntelaMetrix’s BodyMetrix System is the same professionalgrade ultrasound technology used by elite athletes and trainers. This portable, affordable hand-held ultrasound imaging system integrates with BodyView software providing comprehensive reports, progress tracking, and actual images of fat loss and muscle gain. Also offered is the CardioMetrix System pulse oximeter, a non-invasive, convenient tool that can be used by fitness trainers to monitor oxygen saturation

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Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc. Booth No. 256 Peak Pilates® continues to deliver quality equipment to athletic training professionals that enhances strength and performance. Choose from our new lightweight, portable, and affordable Fit Reformer™, the SportsMed® Reformer sized for athletes over 6’2”, and the space-saving and versatile MVe® Chair to help optimize your athletes’ efforts and expand your training options. For more information, call 800-925-3674 or visit the Peak Pilates Web site. www.peakpilates.com Circle No. 543

Medical Specialties, Inc. Booth No. 1431 The ASO® ankle stabilizer features several improvements. Padding over the achilles tendon has been increased to offer superior comfort. There is no longer a feld seam under the foot. The invisible seam significantly enhances comfort and durability. The continuous stabilizing straps are now angled to better contour with the anatomy of the ankle. This creates a more uniform tension across the stabilizing straps above the malleolii to provide greater support. www.medspec.com

For a free brochure www.waterboysports.com

888.442.6269

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Parker Laboratories, Inc. Booth No. 1436 Boasting more than just power, Protex Cleaner/Disinfectant is alcohol-free and safe for use on all non-surgical, hard surfaces. It’s all you’ll need to thoroughly clean and eliminate more than 30 pathogens including MRSA, H1N1, and HIV. Protex is also ideal for disinfecting ultrasound transducers, non-porous athletic and wrestling mats, exercise equipment, training tables, stainless steel, and vinyl and plastic upholstery. Protex Cleaner/Disinfectant is powerful, yet gentle to sensitive equipment, and is EPA-registered. Now available in 12-ounce spray, 32-ounce trigger spray, a Softpack, and pre-moistened disinfecting wipes, this fall Parker introduces the newest member of the Protex line: its 7” x 10” textured wipes in a 120-count canister, a “must-have” for the athletic training room. www.parkerlabs.com Circle No. 547

PROTEAM by Hausmann Booth No. 848 The model A9088 “6-Leg Split-Leg” Trainers Table has a 30” x 78” upholstered top available with optional 69 Gas Spring Backrest. It is available in natural oak or wild cherry laminate base with a choice of nine Pro-Form vinyl upholstery colors. This table has an extremely versatile and functional split-leg design. www.proteamtables.com Circle No. 551

Power Systems Booth No. 623 Training Rings are not just for gymnasts. Challenge your fitness level and enhance your body-weight training like never before. Perform pull-ups, rows, muscle-ups and other suspended exercises on the independently hanging rings. This unstable environment will call in more muscles to assist in almost every exercise. The unit includes two easy-to-grip rings, two 1” W x 14’ straps with two heavyduty, secure buckles. www.powersystems.com

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Swede-O Booth No. 618 Swede-O’s Tarsal Lok combines the superior comfort of a lace-up brace with the support of a rigid brace. The built-in stabilizer maintains ankle support and molds to the shape of the ankle, providing a custom fit. This low-profile, easyto-apply brace is ideal for a variety of sports like soccer, basketball, and baseball. Swede-O offers a one-year warranty on the Tarsal. www.swedeo.com Circle No. 546

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McDavid, Inc. Booth No. 537 McDavid’s 6577 Compression Leg Sleeves apply true compression to the calves, reducing muscle fatigue by decreasing the build-up of lactic acid in the muscles, and promoting increased blood flow. Made for all sports that involve running and jumping, the 6577 features Hydravent hDc™ moisture management which rapidly wicks moisture away from the skin to keep athletes cool and dry. www.mcdavidusa.com Circle No. 583

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Townsend Design Booth No. 1245 Townsend’s Rebel Series ligament (Rebel, Rebel-Pro, and Rebel-Lite) and OA (RelieverOne & UniReliever) aircraft aluminum knee braces can be custom-ordered, in standard sizes, and “customized” from three leg measurements. This “customized” fabrication is only offered by Townsend. Based on three leg measurements (instead of only a thigh circumference), Townsend uses different size thigh and tibia shells so the brace will intimately fit a leg that is disproportional. www.townsenddesign.com

Perform Better Booth No. 1329 The new First Place Jam-Ball is a durable, non-bouncing medicine ball that’s soft and feels like it’s filled with gel. Its textured shell allows for easy catching, gripping, and throwing. The Jam-Ball is perfect for rebounding drills or for doing medicine-ball slams, and its composition will keep it from getting away, which cuts down on wasted time. The Jam-Ball is available in 10 weight increments and three diameters. www.performbetter.com Circle No. 545

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PRO Orthopedic Devices, Inc. Booth No. 718 The 420 Tennis Elbow Unit is a practical approach to relieving tennis elbow pain. The 1/8-inch thick neoprene band provides heat to the upper forearm while a 1/4-inch orthopedic felt pad applies pressure over the tendon insert point. A new, space-age, elastic band wraps around the neoprene providing extra pressure to the pad and comfortable support to the forearm. A hook and loop fastener allow for comfortable adjustment and personalized fit. www.proorthopedic.com Circle No. 550

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The Gatorade Co. Booth No. 919 The Gatorade Company provides sports performance innovations designed to meet the needs of athletes at all competitive levels and across a broad range of sports. Backed by the latest sports performance science and developed in collaboration with the world’s greatest athletes, the G Series and G Series Pro fuel an athlete’s performance before, during, and after workouts, training, and competition. www.gatorade.com Circle No. 599

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Wilson Case Booth No. 1248 TablePRO I (#68-718) Portable Treatment Table is an athletic training room for the road. The TablePRO can handle the largest athletes with ease and has ample room for supplies. There are no wobbly table legs here and the dual taping stations allow you to treat two players at once. The TablePRO folds to a compact size and includes turf tires that roll easily on any surface; plus they will never go flat. www.wilsoncase.com Circle No. 553

ZAMST Booth No. 1755 The ZAMST Shoulder Wrap provides added stability to the shoulder. ZAMST’s unique cutting and stitching techniques combined with state-ofthe-art materials create a 3-D shape that delivers optimal fit and support while enabling free, natural movement. The sleeve-style support is simple to use, and the fastening system enables precise adjustments to arm compression. The ZAMST Shoulder Wrap can be worn directly on the body, and is washable. www.zamst.com Circle No. 554

Active Ankle Systems, Inc. Booth No. 1318 The Excel lace-up brace provides the comfort and mobility of a lace-up with the support and security of a “tape job.” With its circumferential strap to help stabilize the brace and a lacing system that tightens all the way around, the Excel provides a conforming and comfortable fit. The Excel is lined with neoprene for maximum comfort and snug fit, with nylon eyelets to reduce pressure points. www.activeankle.com Circle No. 584

WissTech Enterprises Booth No. 1619 The Sideliner Sideline Response Center is an all-in-one mobile athletic training room. With its powder-coated aluminum construction, over 12 cubic feet of storage space, 15 tape spools, a 22-drawer bandage cabinet, and two 12” by 24” sectioned storage bins, the Sideliner is perfect for on-field injury response. The Sideliner’s fold-up table is over 7 feet in length. www.wisstechenterprises.com Circle No. 555

Power Systems Booth No. 623 The HydroPower™ ball is great for partner or individual core work, or atlas stone-style exercises and many other functional exercises. Easily change stability level and resistance of activity by adding or removing water. Available in three sizes: 1) Small: Green, 30 cm. (12 inches) dia., holds 15 kgs. (33 lbs.) water; 2) Medium: Blue, 40 cm. (16 inches) dia., holds 25 kgs. (55 lbs.) water; and 3) Large: Red, 50 cm. (20 inches) dia., holds 40 kgs. (88 lbs.) water. www.powersystems.com Circle No. 556 NATA Booth No. 329

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PROTEAM by Hausmann Booth No. 848 PROTEAM by Hausmann offers the Portable Sideline/Treatment Table (model 7650). Sized at 28”W x 73”L, this table has a urethane upholstery top with push-button height adjustment from 24 inches to 32 inches. The lightweight aluminum frame weighs only 30 lbs. The table includes a face cradle, carrying bag, and removable 2-inch Turf Pad (set of four). The standard color is black, though blue is available as a special order. www.proteamtables.com Circle No. 557

Bodyblade/Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc. Booth No. 254 The Bodyblade® system of training provides a functional tri-plane, core-based training environment ideal for rehabilitation, sports performance training, personal training, and group exercise. Bodyblade is designed to improve strength, balance, coordination, proprioception, posture, and core stabilization using low-level vibration and inertia. Bodyblade automatically delivers progressive resistance targeting the deep stabilizing muscles, as well as the larger prime movers in an exquisitely balanced approach to training the body from the center out. Approved by ACE, AFAA and NASM. www.bodyblade.com • www.maddogg.com Circle No. 560

Townsend Design Booth No. 1245 Townsend’s double-upright Premier Series (carbon graphite) and Rebel Series (aircraft aluminum) ligament and OA knee braces can be ordered with the recently patented C/S (Compression/Suspension) Package. This feature substantially reduces the potential for migration on a leg shape that presents challenges for keeping the brace suspended. Pliable sub-shells mounted inside the thigh shell compress into soft tissue above the knee when the athlete tightens the straps. www.townsenddesign.com

CytoSport, Inc. Booth No. 1641 Complete Casein delivers 25 grams per serving of anticatabolic, slow-digesting protein from micellar casein and calcium and sodium caseinates. Because casein protein digests slower, it provides amino acids over a longer period of time than whey protein. Complete Casein contains aminogen—a digestive enzyme—to help promote efficient and complete protein utilization and uptake. Complete Casein is lactose- and gluten-free. www.cytosport.com

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Mueller Sports Medicine Booth No. 1037 Designed to help increase the natural blood flow around muscles, Mueller Kinesiology Tape features a revolutionary wave-pattern adhesive that moves with the skin and muscles to reduce muscle pain, increase mobility, and enhance recovery. Designed to aid in the treatment of ligament injuries, muscle conditioning, fascia repositioning, and even carpal tunnel syndrome, it is applied to the skin in patterns to mimic muscles. The 100-percent cotton tape is latex-free and available in four colors and with an eye-catching, retail-ready display. www.muellersportsmed.com

Accent Ventures Booth No. 348 The Vibrosphere offers a unique combination of balance and vibration to enable effective and functional training. Tactile stimulation works in concert with balance training to rapidly improve proprioception, alleviate pain, strengthen and stabilize the muscles surrounding joints, reduce the risk of future injuries, and increase blood circulation. The Vibrosphere is suitable for a wide variety of treatment and training needs, and the three soft-pad designs make it possible to alter the difficulty to meet individual goals. www.accentventures.com Circle No. 586

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AlterG Booth No. 1719 The AlterG® Anti-Gravity Treadmill allows athletes to rehab while experiencing up to an 80-percent reduction in body weight. The AlterG expands the concept “weight bearing as tolerated” by reducing body weight from 20 percent to 100 percent in one-percent increments, so patients can specify exactly where exercise becomes pain-free, and progress can be tracked and charted. The AlterG also allows for pre-surgery conditioning (prehab) with significantly reduced pain. www.alter-g.com Circle No. 587

BiPro Booth No. 1823 BiPro, now NSF-Certified for Sport™, is a 100-percent natural, unflavored whey protein isolate. It is gluten-free and contains no carbs, fat, sugar, or lactose. There are 20 grams of protein per serving and BiPro can easily be added to your favorite beverage or recipe. MLB, NHL, NFL, and PGA athletes are all using BiPro because it has successfully met the requirements of NSF International’s athletic banned-substances certification program, Certified for Sport. www.biprousa.com Circle No. 588

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Coldtub Booth No. 1829 The Coldtub cryotherapy spa offers cold-water therapy, hot-water therapy, and salt-water therapy—all in one. It’s completely portable, so you can provide athletes with state-of-the-art treatment and pain relief without installing new plumbing or redesigning your entire facility. Users can sit or kneel in the pool, and the purification and sanitization systems keep the water clean while the solid-state cooling system maintains the temperature you want. New deeper seating accommodates taller athletes. www.coldtub.com Circle No. 589

TRX® Booth No. 1754

Train like the pros with the TRX® Suspension Training® Pro Pack. It includes the TRX Suspension Trainer, a highly portable performance training tool that leverages gravity and the user’s body weight to enable hundreds of exercises for every athlete—from Drew Brees and Aaron Rodgers to the weekend warrior. Also included is a 65-minute basic training DVD and guide for efficient high-quality workouts anywhere. www.TRXtraining.com Circle No. 591

Dynatronics Booth No. 1337

The Dynatron Solaris Series offers ultrasound, seven stim waveforms including direct current, and the option of adding light therapy. The state-of-theart Solaris Series also provides a choice of four infrared light probes, including the D405 infrared/blue light probe and the powerful Dynatron Xp light pad. Along with the latest technology and ease of use, its durable construction and portable size mean Solaris can travel anywhere. Call for a free demonstration. www.dynatronics.com Circle No. 590

McDavid, Inc. Booth No. 537 The 8830 Graduated Compression Lower Leg Recovery System is designed to be worn after hard workouts and competition. These socks have compression that starts at the toes and gradually decreases as you go up the calf, pushing away the blood carrying waste from exhausted muscle tissue while the heart naturally pushes fresh blood back in. This increases circulation and allows muscles to recover faster, which can ease cramping and prevent sores. www.mcdavidusa.com Circle No. 592

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Mueller Sports Medicine Booth No. 1037 Light and low-profile, The One ankle brace can be worn in shoes or cleats during competition and offers all the benefits of taping, with all the adjustable flexibility of a soft strap brace. Anti-slip side straps can be adjusted while the shoe is on the foot to help ensure a tight, comfortable fit. Stirrup straps imitate the effects of taping. Neoprene- and latex-free, The One comes in black and white, in sizes XS to XXXL. www.muellersportsmed.com

DJO Global • 760-727-1280 Booth No. 836 The Aircast Walking Braces are clinically proven to reduce edema and promote fracture healing through the unique combination of support and dynamic compression. The uniquely layered aircells can be individually custom-inflated, while the multi-radius rocker sole and anatomical design promote superior offloading for a more normal gait, allowing smarter healing with every step. www.aircast.com

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The Right Stuff ® Booth No. 1919 The Right Stuff ® hydration formula from NASA is not just another sports drink—it is serious hydration for serious athletes™. Numerous published studies show it is better than any other formula tested by NASA for increasing endurance and fighting dehydration symptoms (e.g., cramps, light headedness, muscle fatigue, etc.). Use the electrolyte liquid drink additive before, during, and after exertion. Read what coaches, athletic trainers, and athletes say about how it helps with training and game day at: www.TheRightStuff-USA.com. Technology exclusively licensed from NASA; US Patent No. 5,447,730 www.TheRightStuff-USA.com

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Kinesio USA Corp. Booth No. 237 With 30 years of research, development and clinical use, Kinesio® Tex Gold is and always has been the only product manufactured to the specifications of Dr. Kenzo Kase, founder of the Kinesio Taping Method, and sets forth to meet Kinesio Taping Standards. Offering a gentle and effective approach to the re-education of the neuromuscular system, improvement of circulation of blood/lymph, and relief of pain, providing comfort and stability to your athletes’ needs. www.kinesiotaping.com

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CorTemp

It’s What’s Inside That Counts • Used in sports for over 20 years • Measures core temperature with accuracy & ease • Helps identify hyperthermia before it strikes • Wireless…non-invasive

CorTemp® Ingestible Temperature Sensor “Compared with rectal temperature (the criterion standard), gastrointestinal temperature was the only measurement that accurately assessed core body temperature. Oral, axillary, aural, temporal, and field forehead temperatures were significantly different from rectal temperature and, therefore, are considered invalid for assessing hyperthermia in individuals exercising outdoors in the heat.” *

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StrengthRite from Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products Ltd. provides an innovative, proactive solution for the prevention of and rehabilitation from ankle, shin, calf, plantar fascia, and Achilles tendon injuries. StrengthRiteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s patent-pending design lets you adjust tension for varying levels of resistance and focus. And StrengthRite enables you to easily strengthen the muscles controlling all four planes of ankle motion. www.medi-dyne.com

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Waterboy Sports, Inc. Booth No. 422 Waterboy Sports is not just a single hydration product, but an extensive product line designed to fit various price ranges and meet the specific needs of the athletic training community. All Waterboy Sports products are designed to accommodate both the athlete and the athletic trainer. Each product is built to withstand the punishment of constant use and any abuse a serious athlete can dish out. www.waterboysports.com

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OPTP Booth No. 644

The second edition of “Foam Roller Techniques” is available with color images and anatomical diagrams. This helpful, 47-page guide contains descriptive instructions and clear photo demonstrations of self-massage using the foam roller for each muscle group. This type of massage is comparable to deeptissue massage and trigger-point therapy. Performing these exercises on a regular basis will help increase flexibility, reduce muscle tension and pain, and improve performance. www.optp.com Circle No. 603

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Filmed at its acclaimed “Essentials of Elite Performance” course, Z Health’s 6.5-hour minicourse DVD teaches you what no other product does—the science, rationale, and practical drills to take yourself and your clients from good to exceptional. Learn cutting-edge science applied to injury rehab, pain relief, and sensory integration training. Also, gain insight into world-class athletic movement and speed development, and learn the six personal-assessment skills that help

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Spenco® Polysorb® ProForm ultra-thin insoles were developed for walkers and runners looking for additional comfort, cushioning, and support without sacrificing toe room. They are recommended for increased shock absorption and heel strike protection. They reduce friction to help prevent blisters. They also increase energy return for improved athletic performance. The ultra-thin design is 30 percent thinner in the forefoot and 23 percent lighter than Spenco’s Walker/Runner insoles for greater ease of use in tighter fitting shoes. www.spenco.com

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Cramer Products Booth No. 1119

Every roll of Cramer 100-percent cotton porous tape is like the next, which means you can count on it to unwind consistently, conform better, and adhere longer. Cramer 950, constructed with a latex-free adhesive, is perfect for athletic trainers or athletic programs looking for a high-quality, economically priced porous tape alternative. Cramer Products has been the industry leader in sports medicine and athletic training room supplies for more than 85 years. www.cramersportsmed.com Circle No. 623

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Minntech Booth No. 960 SportSense™ Protective Coating is a fast-acting odor eliminator and coating incorporating an antimicrobial agent. It is made to inhibit growth of bacterial odors on athletic equipment and gear, while combating deterioration and discoloration caused by fungi, mold, and algae. Sportsense doesn’t just mask the odor—it works to eliminate the source of the problem now and, even more importantly, into the future. Sportsense works for up to 90 days with one application. www.minntech.com Circle No. 620

Hudson Aquatic Systems Booth No. 932 The Hydro Track by Hudson Aquatic Systems is ideal for the smaller clinic, or a training room with limited space. The unique foyer design allows the patient to enter the unit with a small step. The foyer is flooded, equalizing the water height with that of the exercise chamber. The patient then steps into the exercise chamber and the water height is regulated to the prescribed weight-bearing height. www.hudsonaquatic.com Circle No. 621

AMREX Booth No. 728

AMREX Electrotherapy has been manufacturing therapy equipment for over 75 years. The company is committed to providing the health care industry with the most complete line of products and accessories, serving customers’ needs by striving to supply the most affordable and the best quality ultrasound, diathermy, and electrotherapy modalities available. www.amrex-zetron.com Circle No. 648

Treatment Options Booth No. 1740 Hyland’s Muscle Therapy Gel and Muscle Therapy Oral Strips provide effective relief of muscle and joint soreness, bruising, and swelling due to over-exertion or injury. They feature Arnica, the number-one natural remedy for swelling, bruising, and trauma. Muscle Therapy Gel supplies natural, safe, and effective pain relief, absorbs quickly, and is never greasy. This formula is FDA-regulated and free of side effects, with no contraindications or drug interactions. www.arnica.com Circle No. 650

Nutramax Laboratories Booth No. 230 Joint health supplement Cosamin® DS is certified for sport by NSF International, which verifies the product does not contain banned or prohibited substances. Cosamin DS has proven effective in controlled, published U.S. studies to reduce joint pain, and has been shown in laboratory tests to protect cartilage cells from breakdown. www.cosaminforsport.com Circle No. 604

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Sanctband’s low powder reduced protein latex resistance bands and tubing are developed according to the methods used in producing powder-free latex gloves. Sanctband products are low in powder, and latex protein—found to cause most cases of latex allergy—which is found to cause most cases of latex allergy—because these components are is reduced during processing. Sanctband resistance bands are available in a 3-in-1 combo dispenser, a 30-piece dispenser, and six-yard and 50-yard roll dispensers. Go online to learn more. www.sanctband.com Circle No. 624

Stromgren Athletics Booth No. 946 The 1530SHTP hamstring compression girdle, part of the Hammy series, is designed to provide numerous functions while on either the game or practice field. The high-compression, anti-microbial, moisture-wicking girdle provides optimal protection to the athlete’s iliac crest and tailbone. The adjustable straps are attached to the back of the girdle legs, then pulled tight to add support to the hamstring. Thin neoprene in back helps to retain body heat. www.stromgren.com

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Magister Corporation Booth No. 1824 Thanks to a new surfacemodification process, Eggsercizer® hand exercisers are smooth and entirely tack-free. These exercisers feature a translucent color scheme that corresponds to Magister’s well-known REP Band color scheme, with each color representing a different level of resistance. www.magistercorp.com

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Hudson Aquatic Systems Booth No. 932 Hudson’s beam pools are unique because optional viewing windows allow the therapist or trainer to accurately monitor the patient’s gait and range of motion. The beam pool gives flexibility during installation since its components can pass through standard doorways or windows, which makes it simple to add a pool to an existing facility. Hudson’s beam pools are available with resistant swim current, spa jets, benches and rails, and more. www.hudsonaquatic.com

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The SwimEx 900T Pool is the ultimate in flexibility. With an overall depth of five-and-a-half feet, the 900T can be adapted with a second floor to offer a second water level anywhere from three-and-a-half to four-and-a-half feet, with or without an integrated Woodway treadmill. Patients gain the benefit of shallow workstations, an optional integrated motorized treadmill, and deep water exercise all in the same pool. www.swimex.com Circle No. 637

Molnycke Health Care Booth No. 929 Testing has proven that washing the skin one time with Hibiclens® broad-spectrum antimicrobial cleanser will significantly reduce the risk of transfer of MRSA bacteria. Hibiclens contains four percent CHG, which bonds to the skin to create an active barrier that continues to kill bacteria, viruses and fungi for up to six hours after washing. Hibistat® wipes also contain CHG, and feature a kill time up to six hours without the need to rinse. www.hibiclens.com Circle No. 655

Stromgren Athletics Booth No. 946 In 2009, Stromgren Athletics introduced Nano Flex, a new concept in therapeutic compression sleeves for the elbow, ankle, knee, calf, and wrists. The Negative Ion and Far Infrared Rays technology in the compression cloth help increase blood circulation and body temperature in the treated area, enhance the body’s natural healing processes, and reduce discomfort while also helping stabilize a joint with compression. Nano Flex products are antimicrobial, moisture-wicking, odorless, and extremely comfortable. www.stromgren.com Circle No. 628

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The DonJoy Functional Wrist Brace is the first fully functional, post-injury wrist brace offering both rigid support and variable extension control with four settings—60, 40, 20, and 0 degrees of flex. This brace is designed to provide performance and protection for any activity without compromise. The Functional Wrist Brace offers a low-profile design, along with an open palm to allow for gripping motion to get the user back in the game. www.djoglobal.com Magister Corporation Booth No. 1824 Virtually identical to latex bands, REP Bands® resistive exercise bands offer greater elastic response, higher resiliency, and faster recovery. Patented REP Bands are the only resistive exercise bands manufactured exclusively in the United States. www.magistercorp.com Circle No. 626

Whitehall Manufacturing Booth No. 619 There is now a smaller option for professional paraffin baths, thanks to the Little Dipper. It features the same rugged construction as its bigger cousins in the Whitehall Manufacturing product line, making it an excellent option for hand treatment, with dimensions of 8 7/16 inches tall by 8 inches wide by 8 inches deep. Go online to learn more. www.whitehallmfg.com Circle No. 645

ImPACT Concussion Management Booth No. 1537 ImPACT is a sophisticated, research-based software tool developed to help sports-medicine clinicians evaluate recovery following concussion. The program is a 20-minute test battery that can be administered in the pre-season for a baseline and post-injury to track a concussion. The ImPACT program evaluates and documents multiple aspects of brain functioning including memory, processing speed, reaction time, and post-concussive symptoms. In addition, the ImPACT program provides a user-friendly injury documentation system. www.impacttest.com Circle No. 651

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Nutramax Laboratories Booth No. 230 Joint health supplement Cosamin® ASU is certified for sport by NSF International, which verifies that the product does not contain banned or prohibited substances. Cosamin ASU is an advanced proprietary formulation that combines avocado/ soybean unsaponifiables (ASU) to act synergistically with glucosamine, and has been shown in laboratory research to inhibit components that result in cartilage breakdown. www.cosaminforsport.com

The Samson Power Thrust is a dynamic piece of equipment that allows athletes to develop hip explosion and strength in the upper arms and shoulders. Each handle operates independently on linear ball bearings to allow for smooth movement, and resistance is easily added by the weight horns already attached to the handle apparatus. A variety of exercises, including extensions and rotations, can easily be performed using this unique piece of equipment. www.samsonequipment.com

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Mission Pharmacal Co Booth No. 937 Heat Guard® can be your first line of defense in the prevention of heat-induced fatigue and performance loss. In addition to sodium and chloride, Heat Guard contains potassium, and the unique wax tablet provides slow release—up to five hours—of the active ingredients to prevent “salt sickness” and provide a continuous, gradual flow of vital electrolytes throughout a workout or competition. Heat Guard is convenient, easy to use, and cost-effective. www.missionpharmacal.com

DJO/DonJoy Booth No. 836 The DonJoy Reaction knee brace provides progressive pain relief with an elastomeric web design that creates energy dispersion across the knee for shock absorption. This shifts the peak loads away from the painful area of the knee, which helps reduce pain during daily activities. The lightweight and open framework is very comfortable, breathable, and stays in place. Go online to learn more. www.djoglobal.com

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Samson Equipment Booth No. 525 The new Samson Power Sled is another example of the company’s continued dedication to product diversity. The Power Sled’s unique, compact design allows athletes to apply force forward from a multitude of access points, as well as easily add resistance with the weight horn attachment and hook up to one, two or three belt/strap position points. The entire framework is backed by a lifetime guarantee against any bends or breaks. www.samsonequipment.com

HQ, Inc. (CorTemp) Booth No. 419 “Oral, axillary, aural, temporal, and field forehead temperatures were significantly different from rectal temperature and, therefore, are considered invalid for assessing hyperthermia in individuals exercising outdoors in the heat,” wrote Doug Casa in the Journal of Athletic Training in 2007. The CorTemp® core body temperature pill reveals vital information necessary for the prevention and treatment of heatrelated illness on the field. It has been used in sports for years and is FDA-cleared. www.hqinc.net Circle No. 635

American Red Cross Booth No. 342 The Red Cross’ new Emergency Medical Response program is a 51-hour course that teaches emergency medical responders to help sustain life until more advanced medical personnel take over. The program meets or exceeds EMS Educational Standards, features the best prices in the industry, and includes a two-year professional-level certification and online refreshers. It also features comprehensive instructor and participant materials in digital and print formats. The program will be offered starting this summer. www.redcross.org Circle No. 659

Kneebourne Therapeutic Booth No. 545 The Elite Seat is a portable knee-extension device designed for the non-operative treatment of degenerative knee conditions. By evenly distributing force across the leg, the Elite Seat provides effective full-knee hyperextension and reduces pain in bent knees caused by any of these conditions: acute ACL injury; inadequate post-operative rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction; total-knee arthroplasty; arthrofibrosis; deconditioned knee with a flexion contracture; and arthritis. www.eliteseat.com Circle No. 629 TR AINING-CONDITIONING.COM

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Performance Dynamics Booth No. 558 The Core-Tex provides a unique three-dimensional training and rehabilitative environment. The patented motion creates an almost infinite number of movements and directional changes to maximize the integration (neurological speed and efficiency) of the body’s receptors. Use the Core-Tex to manipulate joint angle changes for unique stability, mobility, and strength applications in a functional, reactive setting. The Core-Tex is used in Olympic, NFL, MLB and English Premier League training rooms. www.coretexfitness.com Circle No. 644

Rich-Mar Booth No. 531

Rich-Mar offers up to seven modalities in one unit, including exclusive hands-free ultrasound and a Therapy Hammer with two- and five-centimeter applicators. The company’s products are protected by industry-leading three-year warranties. Rich-Mar offers TENS, MENS, NMS, high-voltage, interferential, laser/light, and ultrasound, with four channels and all these stimulation modes: Quadpolor IFC, pre-mod IFC, Russian, high-voltage, microcurrent, and biphasic. www.richmarweb.com Circle No. 646

Whitehall Manufacturing Booth No. 619 The Little Freeze is just the tip of the iceberg. This unit comes standard with specially designed shelves that facilitate easy removal of the four included glacier packs. It performs the same big chill as the Glacier Freeze in one small, economical unit, with dimensions of 19¼ inches tall by 18½ inches wide by 20¼ inches deep. www.whitehallmfg.com Circle No. 647 T&C May/June 2011

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