Top 10 “Lessons Learned” from the Country’s Top Athletic Trainers

March 21, 2017

Seeking wise council is the cornerstone of personal development in so many professional environments; and athletic training is no exception. With such a fast-paced, high-demanding job, many athletic trainers come into the field and are overwhelmed, unprepared and experiencing burnout quicker than ever. The elite athletic trainers on our Cramer Advisory Committee have quite literally […]

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How to Use Topical Analgesics in Massage Therapy

March 16, 2017

Some like it hot; some like it cold. While crèmes, lotions, gels and oils have their obvious place in massage therapy, supplementing treatment with topical solutions can be a pain relief game changer patients are looking for. If used correctly, the cooling sensation of topical analgesics and the heat of a warming analgesic are easy […]

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7 Tips to Help You Become A Better Clinical Retailer

March 15, 2017

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How to Treat Soft Tissue and Mobility Restrictions

March 14, 2017

More often than not, injury begets soft tissue issues. As a result, hypomobility is an inevitable roadblock that will further hinder the body from returning to complete health and function. It is a clinician’s job to identify mobility restrictions through comprehensive assessment techniques, but the treatment of the injury is a multifaceted factor to determine. […]

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New Protocols that are Changing the Athletic Training World

March 13, 2017

In the ever-evolving industry of athletic training, frequent advances in technology and research make waves in the way athletic trainers accomplish the task at hand. New tools and protocols are constantly being developed to keep up with progress in modern medicine, which ultimately help these professionals do a quicker, more thorough job. Today, we’re diving […]

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How Ashiatsu Massage Can Revitalize Your Career

March 10, 2017

In the world of massage therapy, the dreaded burnout comes in many forms. Lumbar, wrist and hand pain can have any seasoned therapist ready to call it quits. But don’t throw in the towel yet! Ruthie Piper Hardee of Ashiatsu DeepFeet Bar Therapy® has a solution (a credible one, too!). Hardee is the founder of […]

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The Rewards and Challenges of Being an Athletic Trainer

March 9, 2017

Every March, National Athletic Training Month serves as a medium to spread awareness about the important value athletic trainers bring to the world of sports medicine. With a motto of “Your protection is our priority” for the 2017 celebration, it’s easy to understand what takes precedence in the everyday life of an athletic trainer; enforcing […]

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The Differences Between Biofreeze Professional and the Original Biofreeze (and The Biofreeze Spring Promotion!)

March 8, 2017

It’s that time of the year again! The Biofreeze spring promotion is a yearly treat for chiropractors, as well as any other clinician utilizing the topical analgesic in their daily practice. This great deal yields phenomenal savings and is a sought-after tradition; and this year, we’ve added a twist. The major difference that sets this […]

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Patellar vs. Hamstring Tendon Graft and other ACL Reconstruction Considerations

February 17, 2017

The truth is, every athlete is at risk to sustain an ACL tear; but no one is ever ready to endure or rehabilitate one. As rehabilitation specialists, you know just how debilitating this injury can be physically, emotionally and mentally for athletes of any level or gender. As the first line of protection after the […]

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How Diligent Movement Assessments Improve Patient Outcomes

February 15, 2017

Veteran physical therapist or not, you are more than likely stuck in your ways when it comes to routine procedures such as movement assessment. And you should be! If you have found a method that works for you, more power to you. Just hear us out… How SFMA can enhance your movement assessment Simply put, […]

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