Name
Canadian Athletic Therapists Association
Description
CATA is the certifying and governing body for Certified Athletic Therapists practicing in Canada. We are dedicated to the advancement and growth of the Athletic Therapy profession through advocacy, education, and research. CATA represents over 3,000 members who are experts in treating injuries to the musculoskeletal system. We monitor members annually to
ensure they remain up to date with current trends and research in the areas of rehabilitation, orthopedic assessment, and emergency care. All Certified Athletic Therapists adhere to a code of ethics and professional conduct and must also annually present documentation demonstrating continued education, current and adequate professional liability insurance, Basic Life Support and First Responder Certification.
Athletic Therapy is an evidence-based conservative care option for musculoskeletal (MSK) injury and pain. MSK conditions are the leading cause of disability worldwide and a major driver of workplace absence, disability claims and health care costs in Canada. Early access to conservative care (exercise-based assessment, individualized rehabilitation and return-to-function planning) reduces opioid use, lowers the likelihood of surgery in many cases, shortens recovery and improves workplace retention Athletic therapy’s goal is to help people get back to fully functional as quickly as possible. Athletic Therapy is for everyone and Certified Athletic Therapist’s treat a wide range of patients including athletes and everyone from kids with concussions to seniors recovering from hip replacement surgery.
ensure they remain up to date with current trends and research in the areas of rehabilitation, orthopedic assessment, and emergency care. All Certified Athletic Therapists adhere to a code of ethics and professional conduct and must also annually present documentation demonstrating continued education, current and adequate professional liability insurance, Basic Life Support and First Responder Certification.
Athletic Therapy is an evidence-based conservative care option for musculoskeletal (MSK) injury and pain. MSK conditions are the leading cause of disability worldwide and a major driver of workplace absence, disability claims and health care costs in Canada. Early access to conservative care (exercise-based assessment, individualized rehabilitation and return-to-function planning) reduces opioid use, lowers the likelihood of surgery in many cases, shortens recovery and improves workplace retention Athletic therapy’s goal is to help people get back to fully functional as quickly as possible. Athletic Therapy is for everyone and Certified Athletic Therapist’s treat a wide range of patients including athletes and everyone from kids with concussions to seniors recovering from hip replacement surgery.
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