OI Athletic Training Program
Our Athletic Training Program currently serves more than 30 high schools in three states. Its team of certified athletic trainers, located throughout the region, provides weekly visits to high schools. The program also provides athletic training services for special event coverage upon request. For any coverage needs you have, please feel free to contact Brad Pfeifle, Director of Sports Medicine.
A majority of the trainers have masters degree level training, with years of field experience. In addition, each trainer is:
- Nationally certified by the National Athletic Trainers Association
- Licensed by the state of South Dakota
- Trained in on-field assessment of athletic injuries
- Trained in First-Aid, CPR and emergency care of athletic injuries
- Trained in pre-participation taping and bracing techniques
AVAILABLE SERVICES:
- Pre-participation taping and bracing
- Weekly school visits
- Full-time trainer coverage upon request
- Special event coverage, such as athletic tournaments
- Strength/conditioning consultation or services
- Educational programs on such topics as strenghening, conditioning and nutrition
- Educational workshops in care and prevention of injuries