Athletic Training Chat

On this episode we welcome a new host to the team, Greg Winkelman. Greg is a graduate student at UW-La Crosse and is just finishing up his first year. In this episode we talk to Greg about how he got into athletic training and ask him the ATChat 5 questing we ask every guest on the show. Greg has some great insight and is going to be doing a lot in the profession. We look forward to the interviews he will bring to the table. Looking forward to the future. Until then, meet Greg. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1 #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictraining #athletictrainingchat #health #medicine #medical #medicalprofessional #professional #LAT #ATSarehealthcare #builtinsport #muellerready #complicatedsimple #services #atservices #host #gradstudent --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/athletictrainingchat/support

Coming Soon.Athletic Training Services can mean a lot of things to different people depending on what position you are looking at it. The definition of services is very different than just responding to every request, being told what to do and when you need to do it. In this short episode we talk about the difference and some ideas that you can implement to work as a service, not a servant.  Associated blog post on www.athletictrainingchat.com  www.athletictrainingchat.com   www.cliniallypressed.com   SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1    #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictraining #athletictrainingchat #health #medicine #medical #medicalprofessional #professional #LAT #ATSarehealthcare #builtinsport #muellerready #complicatedsimple #services #atservices #servicesvsservant #profession #professional --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/athletictrainingchat/support

Understanding what your users and customers need is important. It is the most important thing for President of Mueller Sports Medicine, John Cayer. We had the opportunity to sit down with John when we took our trip down to Mueller several weeks ago. John doesn’t have a traditional background in athletic training and sports medicine and has had an interesting journey to getting to where he is currently. John gives us all the background on how he ended up where he is today. The ideas and lessons John learned throughout his career, which has included many large companies and working with brands most of us use everyday has brought a lot of lessons. John continues to apply these lessons on a daily basis to help move Mueller Sports Medicine and himself forward. There are a lot of great takeaways in this episode, not just for the business side but also on how to approach your work, your team and your profession. Enjoy. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC

Anytime we take a trip down to Mueller Sports Medicine we have to make sure we get to talk to Richard Avis. Richard is always thinking up something new whether is comes to a new product or at least how to use a product in a different way that people hadn’t though of yet. This time we were there, Richard wanted to give us a primer on the Recoil tape, the duct tape of athletic training. This video/episode talks about the versatility of this tape and how many things it can be used for within the athletic training profession. You’re really only limited by your imagination when it comes to the use of Recoil. From taping thumbs, to covering lacerations on the head in a wrestling match, to wrapping the handle of your bat. The options are endless. Check out some of the ideas Richard has and wants ATCs to try out. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1 #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictraining #athl

When we kicked off ATChat there wasn’t much for Athletic Trainer podcasts and then there were several, another one right in Wisconsin. So we had to get together. In this episode we sit down with Chad and Kevan of the Candid Athletic Trainer podcast. We met up at Mueller Sports Medicine in the M Center to talk athletic training, how both of the podcasts got started and then we just let it go from there. We get into some of the best segments that Candid Athletic Trainer does including a Wisconsin themed best athletic trainer scenario. We also get in the ATChat five questions and really here the thoughts that Chad and Kevan bring behind their own opinions and information they put out on their podcast. This was a lot of fun and very entertaining. Check it out and we hope you enjoy. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1 #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictraining #athletictrainingchat #health #me

There are becoming an endless variety of settings for athletic trainers to work in. Coming up in a lot of young careers are the idea of working in Division I and the professional ranks. These goals are not bad in any regard but they may not always be what they think and there can be a misconception of working at other places that could provide just as unique and rewarding experiences. In this short episode we talk about the Division III experience and how it has been going for Austin who is just finishing up a semester long immersion and Joel, who has been in this setting for the past 6 years. We talk about the ups and the down and why Joel has been here after being Division I for a time and what Austin thinks about what he has gone through so far with the experience and where he might go in the future. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1 #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictraining #athlet

Emerging settings in athletic training continue to evolve and in some cases they have ‘emerged’ (listen to the episode). Cody Tesch is on the front end of one of those settings, fire services. Cody is one of a handful of full-time athletic trainers that are dedicated to the service and care of a city’s fire fighter services and the steps Cody has made and where things are going are set to make an impact. In this episode we talk about what exactly Cody’s role in this type of setting is. We get very deep into how it has taken some effort for Cody to establish himself as a resource for this group and had to fight some long-held beliefs. Cody has had to work to gain the trust of the fire fighters and show them that he is there to help, not hold them out. We also discuss how Cody is advocating for the profession to demonstrate the skills necessary to workman’s compensation cases and beyond. So much to take away from this episode. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.c

A collaborative medical model is ideal in so many settings. It takes a lot to get it there though. Not only do you have to have the resources to make it happen you have to find the right people that want to work together. In this episode we get to talk to Joanne Kinyon, an athletic trainer, who works at Bishop O Dowd High School. While BOD is not your “typical” high school the model they have established can be applied a lot of places. We talk about ideas on how schools on almost any level can look at nutrition, strength and conditioning and monitoring. All these factors can be looked at and set up for little to no cost. The creative ways that BOD has implemented multiple processes that allow for the entire staff to help the athletes not only achieve a high level of performance but also to recovery and reduce injury risk. Great take away ideas from this episode. Enjoy. www.athletictrainingchat.com  www.cliniallypressed.com  SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confi

In this episode we get to talk to Jennifer Volberding who does a lot of everything at Oklahoma State University. Jen has done a lot in her athletic training career so far. She spent a significant amount of time in the clinical setting working with a variety of sports at different levels that gave her unique insight as she moved into her role as an educator. Jen is the program director of the master’s program at OSU and the program is entering year six. We talk about how the changing landscape of athletic training education will have an effect on the future of the profession. Jen has some strong thoughts about the change in degree level and how that has affected students and ultimately professionals. A great point of view to take a listen to as we see how this change will effect everything moving forward. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1 #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictraining #athle

Ryan Gaffney isn’t an athletic trainer but he does think the profession is one that deserves more attention and credit for what they bring to the table. We connected with Ryan after he tagged us in a post about ATCs in the industrial setting. Ryan played hockey in college and in juniors and had a couple great interactions with athletic trainers that helped him out through some pretty significant injuries. We also talk about the importance of athletic trainers in the business and industrial setting. Ryan has seen this importance with a previous guest, Andrea Dosedla, but also as a small business owner is seeing the importance for himself. We talk about ideas and mindsets that athletic trainers need to highlight to break into this setting and have a major impact. Enjoy. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1 #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictraining #athletictrainingchat #health #medicine #me

Advocating for the athletic training is as important now as it has ever been. There have been several avenues that people have worked through in order to get the word out about athletic training and what the profession can do. In this episode we got to talk with Ryan Stevens, host of cATalyzing Podcast and Manager of Rehab Services (among other things) at RWJ Somerset and RWJ Hamilton hospitals. In this episode we discussed what Ryan sees as some of the ‘other’ areas of athletic training that need to be addressed by the profession to help it keep growing and show how we can help a variety of people We also discuss the importance of ego and being able to check it at the door in order to learn from other professions and compliment each other. There are a lot of great ideas that people can focus on to try and help not only grow themselves but help the profession continue to advance. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confir

Protecting our youth athletes isn't a simple task. With so many things going on and pressures from coaches coming from all directions to make sure that they are putting all their effort into that sport or that team. It is important for parents, coaches and others to look out for these athletes and make sure that we aren't overworking our young athletes. ​ This is where the role of the athletic trainer can be huge. These professionals can help make sure an athlete takes some down time to let their body recovery. At the same time they can spot trends to prevent chronic injury for a youth athlete. Check it out. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1 ​ #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictraining #athletictrainingchat #health #medicine #medical #medicalprofessional #professional #LAT #ATSarehealthcare #complicatedsimple #youth #youthsports #youthsportinjury #prevention #monitoring --- Support t

In this episode we sit down with one of our own hosts, Austin Fitzpatrick. Austin is working his way through his second year in his MSAT program. We sat down to reflect on how the first year went and what Austin has taken away from the first year and how he believes all the experiences have come together to form his program. We also revisit Austin’s responses to our (modified) AT Chat questions. We wanted to see what changes might have come about since Austin has been more engulfed into the athletic training profession. If you’d like to hear his original responses, please check out Episode 1. Enjoy. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1 #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictraining #athletictrainingchat #health #medicine #medical #medicalprofessional #professional #LAT #ATSarehealthcare #Mueller #MuellerReady #BuiltInSport #MSAT #UWM #mastersprogram #capstone #experience #apprentice --- Su

This episode is a cross over from our parent podcast, Clinically Pressed. It is a feature with Shawn Eno of Xtreme Footwerks and he is discussing the pathology of Plantar Fasciitis. Shawn discusses what the true presentation of the injury is and that not all pain on the bottom of the foot is an injury to the plantar fascia. Along with describing the entire pathology of the injury Sean also gives some very practical ideas to help address the issue and help people get back to feeling good again as quickly as possible. Great short discussion that we took a lot away from. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1 #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictraining #athletictrainingchat #health #medicine #medical #medicalprofessional #professional #LAT #ATSarehealthcare #Mueller #MuellerReady #BuiltInSport #plantarfascia #xtremefootwerks #clinicallypressed #complicatedsimple #orthotics #footcare #biomechanic

Kyle Rutledge is an athletic trainer working in a role that cares for both high school and junior high school athletes. Kyle has had a unique journey to get to where he is currently and has experienced some unique settings. Kyle discusses working in a chiropractic office and doing outreach at the same time and how that increased his knowledge and ability when it comes to rehabilitation. We also talked about education and how that can affect an athletic trainers career. Kyle had a unique route to do his first master’s degree and then after completing that journey decided to embark on another one. It can be difficult to go back for an extra degree but we talk about how it is possible and how it can help move your career forward and set you up for potential emerging opportunities.  This is a great episode that is well worth checking out. Enjoy. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1 #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #a

Rick Cox is the Head Athletic Trainer and strength coach at Suffolk University. Rick has held this role at a couple different locations and settings and has used it to his advantage to help care for student-athletes.  In this episode we dig into how the two roles compliment each other and how Rick uses his time in the weight room to not only help train the athletes and help them achieve their goals in there and on the field but to build relationships to continue to establish trust with the student-athletes. Rick highlights a lot of unique and useful insights that can be applied to athletic training even if you aren’t a strength coach as well. This was a great episode that talks about the importance of relationships with student-athletes/patients and how overall development is so important for athletes. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1 #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictraining #at

Athletic tape (and all the other variations) are a staple of the athletic training profession. It is used every day and in a variety of situations. It started with just a couple of options for the professional to choose from but now the options are endless. There are over 40 versions of white tape alone. In this episode we talk again with Richard Avis of Mueller Sports Medicine about all the qualities that go into creating and selecting tape. Mueller has worked on figuring out how to break tape down with science and allowing athletic trainers to know exactly what they like and don’t like with tape, even if they didn’t know they liked or disliked it. Richard has done a little bit of everything when it comes to product development and marketing but also did his schooling in athletic training. When you listen to him you can hear his passion for the profession and providing the tools to let them do their job as well as possible. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.c

ESPN recently put out an article and video on Outside the Lines highlighting some of the issues that come along when coaches clout starts to influence how athletic trainers do their job. The story was based on a survey by the NATA looking at athletic training interaction with coaches and administrators and how that effected their ability to practice and if there was any interference. The results were shocking. In this short episode we do a quick talk on these issues and some of things we are looking at in how “the tides can be turned”. We discussed how we can see ourselves on the same level as coaches and why it is important to make sure we are establishing that we work “with” our coaches and not “for” coaches. Some of these simple words can have deep meaning when it comes to how you are perceived and how you perceive yourself. ESPN Article: https://www.espn.com/espn/otl/story/_/id/27048906/survey-ncaa-coaches-clout-concerns-trainers www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.

We hope everyone had a great NATA Week out in Vegas. Our friends at Mueller Sports Medicine were there and talking with all the athletic trainers they can. Not just to sell them something but because they want to know what athletic trainers need and what they think for new products. Seriously, they actually want to listen. This year Mueller is highlighting athletic training kits and they have someone for everyone. Not only do they have options of all sizes but they have focused on getting the kit to customize to exactly what the athletic trainer wants. Here is a short video of Richard Avis (a former ATC) detailing all the options that Mueller has for you when it comes to your athletic training kit. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1 #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictraining #athletictrainingchat #health #medicine #medical #medicalprofessional #professional #LAT #ATSarehealthcare #Muelle

Andrea Wyttenbach is the Director of Institutional Sales at Mueller Sports Medicine in Prarie Du Sac, WI. We made the trip down to Mueller to kick off our collaboration with Athletic Training Chat to promote athletic trainers across the country and the world. In this short episode we talk with Andrea about the founding and creation of Mueller Sports Medicine and why they have such a focus on and passion for helping athletic trainers. This short introduction is just the beginning of what we see being a great collaboration to help highlight the amazing people within the athletic training profession and a company that supports what we do. Check it out, learn more about Mueller and if you ever find yourself in the hometown of Mueller (all 7,000 people, or in Madison) it is well worth the trip to pay them a visit. Enjoy. www.athletictrainingchat.com www.cliniallypressed.com SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3WyCs2lmnKK6shrL5A4hw?sub_confirmation=1 #ATchat #ATC #atimpact #at4all #boc #bocatc #athletictra