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Essentials of Athletic Training, 5/e
Daniel Arnheim
William Prentice, University of North Carolina
Organizing and Administering an Athletic Health Care Program

Chapter Overview

  • Organization of the athletic program demands a significant portion of the coach's time and effort.
  • The athletic training program can be enhanced by designing or renovating a facility to maximize the potential use of the space available.
  • The athletic training program best serves the athlete by establishing specific policies and regulations governing the use of available services.
  • Preparticipation exams must be given to athletes and should include a medical history, a general physical examination, and an orthopedic screening.
  • The coach must maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in addition to the other paperwork necessary for the operation of the athletic training program.
  • Budgets should allow for the purchase of equipment and supplies essential for providing appropriate preventive and rehabilitative care for the athlete.








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