Mental health can sometimes be overlooked in sports performance, but fortunately, many athletic trainers recognize its role in an athlete’s overall health and how it can facilitate a speedy recovery from injuries. According to a study...

Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) play an important role in routine patient care and clinical research for athletic trainers and orthopaedic specialists alike. But despite its many benefits, PROMs are used by only 15% to 26%...

Acute ankle sprains are a commonly reported sports injury that accounts for 15% of all injuries sustained by U.S. college athletes. Athletic trainers commonly treat ankle sprains, which is essential for reducing the risk of...

Optimal bone health can often reduce the risk of bone stress injuries and osteoporosis and enhance sports performance. University Orthopaedic Associates (UOA) offers the latest in bone density technologies and treatments. Here are 10 UOA-approved tips...

University Orthopaedic Associates (UOA) is committed to the pursuit of excellence in orthopaedic treatment, medical education and clinical research, which is why it has a research group devoted exclusively to sports medicine. Here are common FAQs...

Taping and bracing are staple treatments when it comes to many types of sports injuries and are easy ways to stabilize injured joints and sprains while also promoting healing and preventing further damage. Here are tips...

Physical injuries are common among athletes, but psychological injuries are also common yet often overlooked. Outbursts, irritability and anxiety are some of the many signs of a student-athlete who needs help. These signs may indicate a...

Patrick S. Buckley, MD   School is back in session and for many athletic trainers and sports medicine physicians, the change from summer to fall means that football season is back. Along with Friday night lights, Saturday...

As an athletic trainer, networking with and learning from other athletic trainers can help you excel in your career and gain new insight into common challenges. At University Orthopaedic Associates (UOA), we collaborate regularly with...

By Eric Nussbaum, MEd, LAT, ATC – Athletic Trainer UOA Earlier this year, Damar Hamlin, a defensive back for the Buffalo Bills collapsed during a game from cardiac arrest. An athletic trainer (AT or ATC) who...