Learning Objectives
- Identify common injuries and conditions to the shoulder, upper arm, elbow, forearm, wrist, hand, fingers, thumb, thorax, abdomen, and spine.
- Explain and select appropriate taping, wrapping, bracing, and padding techniques to the shoulder, upper arm, elbow, forearm, wrist, hand, fingers, thumb, thorax, abdomen, and spine based on evidence-based practice in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries.
- Construct and apply appropriate taping, wrapping, bracing, and padding techniques to the shoulder, upper arm, elbow, forearm, wrist, hand, fingers, thumb, thorax, abdomen, and spine.
- Fit standard protective equipment using manufacturer’s guidelines and sport association’s rules and regulations.
BOC: 6.0 Continuing Education Units
NATA PDC Level of Difficulty: Essential
Program Faculty: Course content includes chapters 8-12 of the book “Orthopedic Taping, Wrapping, Bracing & Padding” 4th Edition by Joel W. Beam, EdD, LAT, AT. Assessment created by Joel W. Beam, EdD, LAT, AT & Bernadette D. Buckley, PhD, LAT, AT.
The passing score for this course is 80%. The course is self-paced, home study format. All materials are available ONLINE immediately after purchase and is available for 6 months.
Cancellation/refund available up to 30 days after purchase. For further information visit our How Courses Work page.
This course is intended for Certified Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapists, Strength & Conditioning Specialists, etc.

Sport Medics is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education to Certified Athletic Trainers.