Educational Seminars

• Our therapists can offer educational seminars which tailor specifically to team or client requirements.
• Topics can include issues as Head Injuries (concussions), prophylactic taping, strength and conditioning, stretching protocols, and other issues at request.
• Seminars will include both a theory and practical component.
• The purpose of these seminars is to enhance the knowledge and stress the importance of physical activity to various sport groups in the region.

Event Coverage

• Therapists can provide on field immediate care of athletic injuries.
• The Oakville Sports Medicine Centre customizes and Emergency Action Plan prior to each event
• Trained in skills such as: spinal board procedures, applying and measuring for an appropriate size collar, helmet removal, splinting, acute and chronic wound care, and dealing with environmental injuries (heat and cold)
• Able to make a "return to play" decision based on an on/off field assessment
• Highly trained in CPR and First Aid to treat injuries appropriately and safely
• Able to deal with life threatening emergency situations to ensure appropriate care
• Work with variety of athletes from recreational to elite levels
• Recognition of neurological dysfunction and the implementation of appropriate care
• Utilize therapeutic techniques which incorporate supportive taping procedures to ensure a safe re-integration to the athletes’ sport