Ben Dillion

@IndStFB alum | @UofSC_AT alum | MS, LAT, ATC |

[Ben Dillion @dillion_ben]

Invest in yourself.

[KY AT Society @KYATSociety]

Happy National Athletic Training Month

[South Carolina Football @GamecockFB]

HUGE congratulations to our own @clintatc on being the BEST in the nation!

We've known it for a while, now everyone does!

[Jason Frakes @kyhighs]

Seneca 76, St. Xavier 49, final. Redhawks (17-15) move to the Seventh Region final for the first time since 1968, will face Trinity at 7 p.m. Monday. No. 7 St. Xavier finishes 30-4.

[Andrew Hayes @ajhgo4]

Who knows what an AT does?

Where I can find them?

Athletic trainers are health care professionals who collaborate with doctors to provide preventive services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention, and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.

Traditionally associated with sports teams, the role of athletic trainers has expanded significantly, reflecting their broad skill set and the diverse needs of the populations they serve.

Sports Teams and Athletic Departments

The most traditional employers of athletic trainers are sports teams and athletic departments across all levels, from high schools to professional leagues.

In these settings, athletic trainers play a crucial role in keeping athletes safe, ensuring they are physically ready to perform, and managing any injuries that occur.

They work closely with coaches and sports medicine physicians to develop comprehensive health care plans for teams and individual athletes.

Colleges and Universities

Beyond supporting athletic programs, many colleges and universities hire athletic trainers for their broader student populations.

These professionals may work in campus health centers, providing care to the general student body.

They often engage in health education, injury prevention programs, and rehabilitation services, catering to the physical wellbeing of the entire campus community.

Healthcare Settings

Hospitals and clinics increasingly employ athletic trainers to work alongside physicians, surgeons, and physical therapists.

In these roles, they assist with patient care management, particularly for those recovering from sports-related injuries or requiring rehabilitative care.

Their expertise in creating and implementing rehabilitation programs complements the work of other healthcare professionals, offering a holistic approach to patient recovery.

Corporate and Industrial Settings

Recognizing the importance of preventing workplace injuries and managing employee health, many corporations and industrial entities now employ athletic trainers.

These professionals help develop ergonomic strategies, lead injury prevention workshops, and provide on-site care for occupational injuries.

Their work not only aids in employee recovery but also contributes to reducing the overall cost of healthcare for the company by preventing injuries before they occur.

Military and Law Enforcement

The rigorous physical demands placed on military personnel and law enforcement officers have led these sectors to integrate athletic trainers into their health and wellness programs.

Athletic trainers support these individuals by offering injury prevention education, emergency care, and rehabilitation services, ensuring they remain physically ready for the demands of their duties.

Performing Arts

Athletic trainers also find employment in the performing arts, working with dancers, musicians, and actors, who, like athletes, put intense demands on their bodies.

In these settings, they help prevent injuries related to overuse and strain, manage existing conditions, and assist performers in maintaining peak physical condition for their art.

Education and Research

Institutions focused on sports medicine, kinesiology, and health sciences often hire athletic trainers as educators and researchers. These professionals contribute to the academic environment by teaching future generations of athletic trainers and conducting research that advances the field, such as studying injury prevention strategies or rehabilitation techniques.

So, yeah…

they can do it all. 🫳🎤

#attwitter #NATM2024

[KY AT Society @KYATSociety]

HAPPY NATIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINING MONTH❕

[Emily Wirtzberger @EWirtzberger]

Week 2 of Careerpalooza for our @Seneca_FA focused on careers in healthcare 🩺🩻🏥 Heard from firefighters, respiratory therapists, nurses, drs, physical therapists, & athletic trainers. Also toured the @Seneca_High lab & learned CPR ❤️💛 #SenecaSoars #YouCantBeItIfYouCantSeeIt

[Indiana State Basketball @IndStBasketball]

THIS IS OUR HOUSE!!! 😤😤

10-0 AT HOME!!

#MarchOn | #Kaizen

[THSouthSports @THSouthSports]

Thanks Coach

[UofL Health @UofLHealth]

The UofL Health –⁠ Sports Medicine team is providing medical coverage at the 22nd annual #LiveinLouXCC at E. P. Sawyer State Park. With more than 6,000 runners from kindergarten to the collegiate level, it's one of the most highly attended cross country meets in the U.S.

[Ben Dillion @dillion_ben]

ALL HAIL THE MAGIC WBGT! Good luck to the ATs dealing with the heat this week! 🔥🧊 @KYATSociety @K_S_Institute @NATA_SSATC @UofLHealth

[StX Sports Performance @StXTigerPerform]

StX and @SU_ATCs hosted an interprofessional emergency training with 40 area athletic trainers, EMTs, and paramedics. Practicing skills to be at the top of our game on the field when our best is needed.
#AT4All #SaferSidelines #WeAreStX

[UofL Health @UofLHealth]

Our sports medicine team is representing UofL Health at @NATA1950's Clinical Symposia & AT Expo. The educational programming at #NATA2023 provides access to cutting-edge research and the latest in athletic training education.

[Ben Dillion @dillion_ben]

NATA Convention in my home state? Wouldn’t miss it!

[Andrew Hayes @ajhgo4]

The professional narrative around Athletic Trainers is broken.

Vitals, temperature checks, wellness checks, vaccinations, telehealth, Covid tests in parking lots, hospitals, schools, offices, industrial parks, manufacturing plants, and homes for 2+ years. In addition to their “normal” duties supporting athletes and keeping their sports medicine program functioning.

ATs delivered healthcare to almost every patient panel in every sector of the economy during the pandemic. 🫳🎤

There needs to be a bigger megaphone highlighting their education, skill set, life-saving abilities, and being one of the most versatile allied professionals in the healthcare system.

Yet the system doesn’t recognize this.

The system is run by people who think an AT’s primary patient is Joe Theisman…

When in fact, the AT’s primary patient today, is mom, dad, brother, sister, son, daughter, aunt, uncle, etc.

ATs deliver healthcare to people. Not just athletes.

#everysidelineeverywhere

[UofL Health @UofLHealth]

March is National Athletic Training Month! Thank you to our wonderful athletic trainers at UofL Health who keep our student-athletes healthy and on the field all year long.

#NATM2023 | #PowerofU

[USC Athletic Training Programs @UofSC_AT]

March is National Athletic Training Month, a time to celebrate the positive impact that ATs have on work, life, and sport. #TheresAnATForThat #NATM2023 #GamecockAT

[Ben Dillion @dillion_ben]

Excited to be able to travel with athletes to #KHSAA State Wrestling and finish out the season strong! Winter included hosting JV State with 225 SAs, a rough opening weekend full of injuries, and now the big finale. Bring on spring!

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

Wisdom doesn’t come from experience. It comes from reflecting on experience.

Between ages 25 and 75, the correlation between age and wisdom is zero.

Gaining insight and perspective is not about the number of years you've lived. It's about the number of lessons you've learned.