West Michigan Athletic Trainers

Did you know that NPT employs trainers who also serve
as the athletic trainers for Coopersville, Cedar Springs, and Grant
public schools? If you’ve ever wondered what exactly these athletic
trainers offer our local athletes…read on!

• Athletic trainers are specifically educated to recognize and
  treat athletic injuries. Other first responders or medical professionals
  may not be.
• Studies have shown that more injuries occur during practices
  instead of games, so it is important to have an athletic trainer on hand
  during practices.
• Athletic trainers can provide prevention/follow-up care to help avoid reinjury.
• Coaches may be trained in basic first aid or CPR but may not be prepared to recognize or handle emergency situations.
• Athletic trainers can make important return to play decisions, taking into consideration the safety of the athlete.
• Athletic trainers are able to decipher whether athletes need
  further medical attention, perhaps saving an athlete a trip to the
  emergency room.
• Athletic trainers are able to follow up with athletes on a daily basis and monitor progress post-injury.
• Athletic trainers work closely with other healthcare
  providers, such as physical therapists and physicians, to decide the
  best course of treatment for injured athletes.