Athletic trainers’ experiences working with athletes with a physical disability in school-based sports

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training

Abstract

This study describes the experiences of over 500 school-based athletic trainers (ATs) and their familiarity, knowledge, comfort, and confidence working with athletes with a disability. ATs’ experiences in managing the health care of school-based athletes with a physical disability are unknown. Half of the respondents indicated experience providing services to these athletes, while 70% indicated little to no specific training/education. About half of the ATs reported being comfortable and confident in managing the care of athletes with a physical disability, while a quarter reported being knowledgeable. Findings suggest that experience helps provide ATs with comfort and confidence in caring for these athletes, but educational opportunities are still needed.

First Page

167

Last Page

174

DOI

10.1123/IJATT.2019-0117

Publication Date

1-1-2021

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