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Athletic terms
Chapter 2 vocab.
Term | Definition |
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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 |