AT 615G - Bracing, Wrapping, and Taping Techniques

In this course, students will learn methods of bracing, wrapping, and taping for athletic and sport needs through didactic and clinical experience. Students will learn the techniques then practice them in a class setting. Students will be checked off for this competency in the class setting. Students will gain knowledge in methods of taping and wrapping for injury care, prevention of injury, and return to play. Students will be exposed to the different brands of bracing, how to properly fit a brace, and their use. Emphasis is placed on evaluation skills as defined by the clinical proficiencies delineated and published by the Education Council of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association and the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.

Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Athletic Training Master’s program.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* The Graduate AT Fee applies to this course.