Fraser Valley

This course is now CLOSED, please contact Diane Rizzardo at dianer@sportmedbc.com to register for an alternative Athletic Taping course. This eight-hour workshop covers many of the taping techniques used in a sport setting through a combination of lecture and practical sessions. Safety considerations relating to taping will be introduced. The taping techniques covered throughout the session include regional techniques for the ankle, foot, elbow, wrist, thumb and finger. Procedures for injury prevention, minimizing the chance of further damage when injury occurs and for aiding the healing...

This 1.5 - 2 hour workshop is led by an experienced Athletic Therapist and focusses on sharing the latest medical and scientific information about brain injury, sport risk factors, prevention techniques, and concussion management guidelines. Participants will review on-field assessment techniques, including the use of the Pocket SCAT2 tool and a review of red flags. Finally, the grey area surrounding return-to-play decisions will be explored, providing ample time for specific questions from the audience. Continuing education/professional development credits are offered for: College of Massage...

For Parents, Coaches, Officials and Administrators It is estimated that up to 50% of sports injuries are preventable and that parents and coaches hold the keys to some of the most effective sports injury prevention strategies. SportSmart is for you if you are interested in learning what you can do, whether or not your child has ever sustained a sports-related injury. It’s worth the attention. Sports-related injuries continue to pose a significant risk to the health of young people accounting for close to 20 percent of all hospital emergency room visits among children in Canada. The sports of...