AOSSM Youth to the NFL Sports Medicine Course with CME-At-Risk Athlete

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Video Summary

In this video, an athletic trainer discusses the various risks and considerations when it comes to managing the health and safety of athletes, specifically in the NFL. He breaks it down into different risk categories and highlights the vulnerability of at-risk athletes, particularly on the first day of training camp. He emphasizes the importance of holding both players and clubs accountable for their contractual obligations, including maintaining physical condition. The speaker also touches upon the importance of mental health and the steps taken by the league, such as having mental health programs and support systems in place. He talks about the need to provide a healthy and safe environment for players and discusses strategies used to prevent injuries and manage players' recovery and return to play, including individualized plans and maintaining open communication with coaches. The speaker expresses gratitude towards the medical professionals who contribute to and support the athletic training staff.

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Presented by Kyle Johnston MS, ATC, LAT

Keywords

athletic trainer

health and safety

NFL

risk categories

at-risk athletes