Licensed Physical Therapists are professionals who provide services to patients/clients who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other cause. Physical Therapists provide the necessary rehabilitation to return patients/clients to their prior level of function.
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Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS) are professionals who, certified and governed through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certification Commission, practically apply fundamental knowledge to assess, motivate, educate and train athletes for the primary goal of improving sport performance. They conduct sport-specific testing sessions, design and implement safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs, and provide guidance for athletes in nutrition and injury prevention.
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Certified Athletic Trainers are health care professionals who specialize in preventing, recognizing, managing and rehabilitating injuries that result from physical activity. As part of a complete health care team, the Certified Athletic Trainer works under the direction of a licensed physician and in cooperation with other health care professionals, athletics administrators, coaches and parents.
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Personal Trainers are health/fitness professionals who, using an individualized approach, assess, motivate, educate and train clients regarding their health and fitness needs. They design safe and effective exercise programs, provide the guidance to help clients achieve their personal health/fitness goals and respond appropriately in emergency situations. Recognizing their own area of expertise, personal trainers refer clients to other health care professionals when appropriate.
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