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Athletic terms
Chapter 2 vocab.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| NATA | National athletic trainers' association |
| CSCS | Strength and conditioning specialist |
| M.S. | Masters of science |
| ACSM | American college of sports medicine |
| CEUs | Continuing education units |
| PT | physical therapy |
| PTA | Physical therapy assistant |
| DPT | Doctorate of physical therapy |
| APTA | American physical therapy assoication |
| ATC | Certified athletic trainer |
| AMA | American medical assoication |
| NSCA | National strength and conditioning association |
| RD | Registered dietation |
| MD | Medical doctor |
| ADA | American dietetics association |
| AAOS | American academy of orthopedic surgeons |
| OT | Occuptional therapist |
| MPT | Master of physical therapy |
| Hydrated | Possessing water or fluid, especially in the tissues |
| Athletic Training student/aide | An individual who is studying the skills necessary for the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletes |
| Assumption of risk | Acceptance of responsibility for the risks involved in the participation in a given activity |
| Liability | Legal responsibility to perform duties in a resonable prudent manner |