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AT Corner
Author: Sandy and Randy Harris
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AT Corner highlights stories from real athletic trainers showcasing the best parts of the profession, the worst parts, and everything in between. Our CEU episodes are conversational education topics made for clinicians to dive deeper into their clinical practice!
Brought to you by Sandra Harris, DAT, ATC and Randy Harris, DAT, ATC, CES, PES
Brought to you by Sandra Harris, DAT, ATC and Randy Harris, DAT, ATC, CES, PES
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Treating humans is what we do as ATs, but sometimes the human element gets forgotten about in the healthcare system. In this episode we asked Dr. Jeff Russell about what whole person healthcare is, the six dimensions of wellness, and the elements of empathy and compassionTimestamps(14:20) Applying whole person healthcare in an unfamiliar setting(24:17) Applying the Six Dimensions of Wellness into practice(31:55) Consequences of not applying whole person healthcare(37:30) Empathy vs Compassion(44:45) Application of Wellness concepts into practiceAction Item: What is the first step an AT can take to implement whole person care into their practice?--AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
Use code ATCornerStudent to get 10% off your monthly subscription price of ATStudyBuddy, an online BOC exam prep platform built by athletic trainers for athletic training students. ATStudy Buddy gives you realistic practice tests, instant feedback, and over 250 study guides and games—online, affordable, and proven to help you pass. Start your journey today at ATStudyBuddy.com.--Studying for the BOC or just wanting a review of athletic training topics? Tune in as we compare what the book says to real life stories from athletic trainers.--Whether it’s roller coaster POV to challenge balance or Activating transverse abdominus for all exercises under the sun, there are many elements of rehabilitation that an athletic trainer can play around with. In this BOC IRL episode, ATs share their stories about rehabilitation principles in their practice and how it relates to the textbook.Featuring stories from Bre B, Kelsey B, Sarah Y, Gabby L, Evan J, Lucas M, Sam S, Jayde C, Christina S, Annaliese L, Kaetlyn H, Emily M, & many more!--AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
From saving a life to being a mother figure for her student-athletes, Jen Krohn created a lasting impact on student-athletes and colleagues alike. In this episode we share a few of the “Gems from Jen” to pay tribute to her recent passing and the loss of a pillar in the AT Corner community.Featuring stories from Jen Krohn and Kevin Joyce! --Consider donating to the Jen Scholarship Fund: https://gofund.me/2e471be7eAT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
Whether it’s not feeling good enough or second guessing your decision making, imposter syndrome can manifest in a variety of ways. ATs share their stories of imposter syndrome in their practiceFeaturing stories from Hailey R, Maddy S, Brooke N, Angelo S, Sofia W, Robert B, Scott M, Kristin O, Mason B, & many more!--Check out Erica Marcano's content on AT burnout and advocacy at her instagram: @notorious.atcCheck out the Athletic Training Daily Journal on instagram: @atdailyjournalYou can purchase the Athletic Training Daily Journal on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Athletic-Training-Daily-Journal-Opportunity/dp/B0C2SCKYK1AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
Communication between EMS and ATs, details to consider when developing EAPs, and what can emergency responders and ATs learn from each other. We discussed these and many more with Marc WysockiTimestamps(12:22) Did previous AT experience help with transitioning into an emergency responder(14:18) How did becoming an emergency responder help with your practice as an AT(16:00) Are EAPs accessible to emergency responders(17:42) How has being an emergency responder helped with developing EAPs(20:10) How can we make responding easier for EMS(21:28) Transitioning care to EMS(23:17) EMS’ familiarity with ATs(25:17) Would it be beneficial for an AT to add more emergency credentials(27:03) Educating EMS about ATs(29:00) Emergency training with EMSAction Item: What would you like ATs to know about emergency responders?--AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
Patellar tendonopathy is more than just tight quads! Tune in to hear conversational discussion of what the literature says on this topic, including: possible risk factors for the development of patellar tendonopathy, the consequences of patellar tendonopathy on the motor system, and the effectiveness of intervention techniques on treating patellar tendonopathy. Link to get your BOC Category A CEUs below!Timestamps(2:04) Quick anatomy of the patellar tendon(6:40) Risk factors for patellar tendonopathy(18:31) Patellar tendonopathy evaluation(22:54) Consequences of patellar tendonopathy(26:56) Rehabilitation for patellar tendonopathy(37:23) Effectiveness of patellar tendonopathy--ARTICLE CITATIONS used for this episode: https://atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/blogAT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA—TO GET CATEGORY A CEUs for listening to this episode, enroll in this course: https://clinicallypressed.org/courses-home/Take the quiz and course evaluation and your certificate will be generated for you! We have no financial disclosures or conflict of interests.---Sandy & Randy
In this episode we asked Drs. Justin and Brandon Haghverdian about surgical and non-surgical management of Achilles tendon rupture, the role ATs play in the care of an Achilles tendon repair, and return to play criteria post-achilles tendon repair.Timestamps(8:40) Who would be a good fit for non-operative treatment for Achilles tendon rupture?(11:48) Typical recovery timeline for Achilles repair(14:55) Surgical techniques to repair the Achilles tendon(18:21) How does a history of Achilles tendonopathy affect the repair of the tendon?(21:14) Patient education prior to surgery(24:15) How can an AT prepare their patient for Achilles repair?(26:24) Immobilization techniques(27:55) How quickly should surgery be done?(29:20) What should patients avoid during rehabilitation?(31:27) What should ATs focus on during rehabilitation?(35:16) How does re-rupture change future management?(36:44) Tendon augmentation techniques(42:45) Return to Play CriteriaAction Item: What advice would you give an AT that is rehabilitating an achilles repair for the first time?--AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
In this episode we discussed the anatomy of the rotator cuff and related structures, possible risk factors for rotator cuff tendonopathy and the evaluation process for suspected rotator cuff tendonopathy, and the management of rotator cuff tendonopathy--ARTICLE CITATIONS used for this episode: https://atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/blogAT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA—TO GET CATEGORY A CEUs for listening to this episode, enroll in this course: https://clinicallypressed.org/courses-home/Take the quiz and course evaluation and your certificate will be generated for you! We have no financial disclosures or conflict of interests.---Sandy & Randy
Use code ATCornerStudent to get 10% off your monthly subscription price of ATStudyBuddy, an online BOC exam prep platform built by athletic trainers for athletic training students. ATStudy Buddy gives you realistic practice tests, instant feedback, and over 250 study guides and games—online, affordable, and proven to help you pass. Start your journey today at ATStudyBuddy.com.Studying for the BOC or just wanting a review of athletic training topics? Tune in as we compare what the book says to real life stories from athletic trainers.--Whether it’s using Tums to treat muscle cramps or battling a rash from tape with hydrocortisone, ATs must now the ins and outs of pharmacology. In this BOC IRL episode, ATs share their stories of pharmacology in their practice and how this relates to the textbook.Featuring stories from Emily M, Sarah Y, Kjersten M, Megan M, Maddie E, & many more!AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
Red flag pathologies, cardiology follow up process, labs, imaging studies, activity modifications, and more!In this episode, we sat down with Dr. Brian Becerra, board-certified UCI Health cardiologist to discuss sports related cardiovascular care.--AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
Mass casualty events unfortunately happen unexpectedly. When they do, what is the AT’s role? In this episode, we asked Brian Coley about creating space for athletes after a critical incidence, how an AT can prepare for a critical incident, and support from ATs Care.Timestamps(20:17) Perception of ATs in mass critical incidents(25:28) Change in mental health care after a critical incident(27:20) Training provided by ATs Care(31:22) How can ATs prepare for a mass critical incident(34:42) How do you start a conversation with stakeholders when athletes aren’t “present”(39:14) Providing a safe space after a critical incident(41:14) Supporting a colleague that has experienced a critical incidentAction Item: How to refer someone to ATs Care?--AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
What does navigating the health system look like on the patient’s side? What happens between appointments? In this episode we asked athletic trainer and professor, Dr. Andi Bender, about her own experience navigating the healthcare system as a patient, finding medication that is right for an individual, and the day to day effects of an autoimmune diseaseTimestamps(22:01) Recognizing when something is wrong(24:06) Navigating the healthcare system(30:54) What is a flare up?(37:37) Finding the right medication (56:54) How does an autoimmune disease affect your day to dayAction Item: What should ATs know about advocating for their patient/athlete after hearing your experience as an AT who has great understanding of healthcare?--AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
With squishy clavicles or the SC joint dislocation that was misdiagnosed twice, the shoulder can throw ATs a curveball every now and then. ATs share their very “humerus” shoulder injury stories.Featuring stories from Rachel S, Alicia K, a Cool one from Kevin, Austin M, Sofia W, Sienna S, Sam R, Maddy S, Robert M, Hayley S, Aly H, Sara F, Juan C, & many more!AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
We asked Dr. Fearn about common GI symptoms and red flags, the evaluation process for GI pathologies, and the effect of nutrition, sleep, and stress on the GI systemTimestamps(5:40) Common GI symptoms(7:00) How often are athletes being seen by a GI specialist(10:45) The role of nutrition in GI pathology(14:12) Exercise and the GI system(24:03) Defining “good” gut health(28:21) Important history question for GI evaluation(29:45) Red flags for immediate referral(31:22) Pathologies that may restrict athletic participation(34:55) Travel and the GI systemAction Item: How can ATs educate patients on the importance of GI health and athletic performance?--AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
Use code ATCornerStudent to get 10% off your monthly subscription price of ATStudyBuddy, an online BOC exam prep platform built by athletic trainers for athletic training students. ATStudy Buddy gives you realistic practice tests, instant feedback, and over 250 study guides and games—online, affordable, and proven to help you pass. Start your journey today at ATStudyBuddy.com.--Whether it’s falling on a rock during a hike or a humerus fracture from throwing a dodgeball, shoulder injuries can present a little bit differently than the textbook. In this BOC IRL episode, ATs share their stories of shoulder pathologies they have seen over the years and compare them to how the textbook presents them.Featuring stories from Emily M, Sienna S, Mayrena H, Sam R, Alicia K, Hayley S, Josh M, Niya B, & many more!--AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
Discuss the lymphatic system and its role in edema control, discuss how deep oscillation therapy affects the lymphatic and musculoskeletal systems, and identify the effectiveness of deep oscillation therapy in treating various musculoskeletal pathologiesTimestamps(1:54) What is the lymphatic system?(5:15) Divisions within the lymphatic system(11:28) How does edema accumulate?(13:14) What is deep oscillation therapy?(18:52) Use of deep oscillation therapy in musculoskeletal pathologies--ARTICLE CITATIONS used for this episode: https://atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/blogAT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA—TO GET CATEGORY A CEUs for listening to this episode, enroll in this course: https://clinicallypressed.org/courses-home/Take the quiz and course evaluation and your certificate will be generated for you! We have no financial disclosures or conflict of interests.---Sandy & Randy
We asked Kylie about what Drum Corps is and why they need ATs, differences and similarities between drum corps and the traditional setting, and creating a club sports programTimestamps(8:40) What is Drum Corps and why do they need ATs(15:42) Differences between Drum Corps and traditional sports(19:35) Challenges with working in a setting not previously exposed to ATs(22:34) How did Kylie learn about working with Drums Corps(27:23) What advice would you give someone interested in working with Drums Corps(36:48) Similarities and differences between club sports and traditional sports(41:08) Game coverage and club sports(45:28) Challenges of starting a club sports programAction Item: What advice would you give an AT that has started to work within a drum corps and/or Club Sports?--AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
We asked Dr. Im about the role of sleep in injury recovery, what is considered optimal sleep, and when someone should be referred for pathological sleep.Timestamps(8:50) What signs & symptoms may indicate less than optimal sleep(11:09) Sleep and recovery(17:16) Stages of sleep(18:23) Adapting stages of sleep(21:32) Recommendations to improve sleep quality(25:40) Special considerations for maintaining optimal sleep(27:21) Role of naps in improving sleep quality(30:39) Optimal timing of naps(31:49) Relationship of mental health and sleep(34:40) Pathological sleep(41:05) Changing the circadian rhythm (43:59) When to refer an athlete with pathological sleep(46:30) Monitoring sleepAction Item: What are some talking points you use with athletes to educate about their sleep and importance of sleep?--AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
Whether it’s feeling like you did everything wrong or EMS not knowing how to navigate an icy surface, the first time activating EMS is memorable to say the least. ATs share their first time activating EMS stories.Featuring stories from Niky G, Gem from Jen, Hayley S, Nick C, Robert M, Catherine G, Karina G, Alberto H, Kaleb B, Josh B, Alicia K, Joshua C, Jennifer T, Meghan M, & many more!--AT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionWant to host a podcast like ours? Use our link to sign up for Zencastr, the service we use to record our interviews: https://zencastr.com/?via=atcornerMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA---Sandy & Randy
Describe the pathomechanics of insertional achilles tendonopathy, identify altered motor patterns and tendon structure as a consequence of achilles tendonopathy, and discuss updated evidence on rehabilitation concepts for insertional and midportion achilles tendonopathyTimestamps(3:09) Anatomy Review(4:12) Pathomechanics of Achilles tendonopathy(9:26) Deficits associated with Achilles tendonopathy(14:08) Rehabilitation concepts for Achilles tendonopathy--ARTICLE CITATIONS used for this episode: https://atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/blogAT CORNER FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atcornerpodcastInstagram, Website, YouTube, and other links: atcornerds.wixsite.com/home/linksEMAIL US: atcornerds@gmail.comSAVE on Medbridge: Use code ATCORNER to get $101 off your subscriptionMusic: Jahzzar (betterwithmusic.com) CC BY-SA—TO GET CATEGORY A CEUs for listening to this episode, enroll in this course: https://clinicallypressed.org/courses-home/Take the quiz and course evaluation and your certificate will be generated for you! We have no financial disclosures or conflict of interests.---Sandy & Randy























