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According to the National Athletic Trainer's Association (NATA) an athletic trainer is a highly trained health care professional that works with physicians to provide emergency care, preventative services, and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.

Words to Understand in This Chapter

acute— referring to an injury or illness that requires immediate attention. allied health care profession— a medical field in which trained people work with physicians, nurses, dentists, and pharmacists to provide patient care in exercise, health education, and daily functioning. chronic— referring to an injury or illness that lasts a long time or constantly recurs. kinesiology— The study of muscular movement, especially the mechanics of human motion. risk factors— anything that makes a person more likely to become ill or injured; for example, being overweight, having high blood pressure, living in a toxic environment, or using poor form while exercising. treatment plan— for a person who is sick or injured, a list of goals and ways of achieving them so the person can regain health and well-being.