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The Cramer Red Bag and Your EAP

January 10, 2019

Today’s unpredictable world requires us to be prepared for the worst, and we know that lives are saved when an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is successfully executed. But have you created, updated, communicated and practiced yours? Read More

Bridging the Gap from Rehab to Performance

January 10, 2019

Understanding the roles of everyone involved in getting the athlete from rehab to performance is imperative to best meet the needs of the athlete. Read More

Why Look at Movement?

January 10, 2019

If you don’t know an athlete’s movement capabilities, how can you be sure that they can physically do what you want them to do? You need to assess – don’t guess! Read More

Posted in: Why Cramer?

Advocating for Your Concussed Athlete

January 9, 2019

As the concussed athlete’s advocate, you’re in the position to make a huge impact on their recovery. Don’t miss the opportunity to do so. It can change their life, and yours. Read More

Safer Pain Relief for Athletic Trainers

January 8, 2019

Athletic trainers can recommend earlier, safer, non-pharmacologic pain relief after an acute injury or surgery, and should discourage addictive pain medications for chronic pain. Read More

Thanks for the memories!

January 7, 2019

In recognition of Cramer’s 100th year, we asked a few notable individuals to share their Cramer stories. Thank you Doc, Randy, Dean and Purdy. Read More

Posted in: Cramer News

Hydrating Athletes Then and Now

October 1, 2018

“We used to do what!?” Three legends in our profession share surprising and educational stories on how far we’ve come in understanding the science behind hydration and keeping athletes safe. Read More

Posted in: Hydration

The Latest Treatment Guidelines for Ankle Sprains

October 1, 2018

Are you following the best evidence in managing ankle sprains? New clinical practice guidelines tell us what works and doesn’t work for ankle sprain prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Read More

The Science of Ultrasound Dosing

October 1, 2018

Are your athletes getting the benefits of an ultrasound treatment? Athletic trainers need to be aware of the specific dose parameters for appropriate tissue heating using ultrasound, and how to get the most out of soft tissue treatments. Read More

Debunking the Ankle Braces Impairment Myth

October 1, 2018

Studies show that ankle braces do not affect performance, speed or agility; yet there are some athletes who still think braces slow them down or impair their ability. Two researchers share their findings on performance with Active Ankle braces. Read this to help educate and protect your athletes. Read More

Posted in: Braces & Support