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American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy (AASPT)
New Tendon Home Study Course
The AASPT is pleased to announce the launch of a new home study course focused on tendons. From the comfort of your own home and on your schedule, take advantage of this unique opportunity to hear from experts in the field as they dive into the anatomy of tendons as well as the latest practices in treatment.
Sections:
(1) Tendinopathy: What Does the Basic Science Tell Us?
Mark F. Reinking, PT, PhD, SCS, ATC, FAPTA
(2) Current Concepts in the Treatment of Tendon Pathologies: Managing the Elite Player with Tendinopathy
Holly Silvers-Granelli, PhD, PT, MPT
(3) Tendinopathies of the Upper Extremity: Evaluation and Treatment Approaches 2.0
Kevin Wilk, DPT, PT, FAPTA
Register here: https://learn.sportspt.org/courses/78681.
American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM)
Get Ready to Elevate the Field of Sports Medicine at the 2025 AMSSM Annual Meeting
The 2025 Program Planning Committee invites you to attend the 34th AMSSM Annual Meeting in Kansas City, MO, where the theme of “Elevate the Field - Inspiring Innovation in Sports Medicine” will highlight global advancements and groundbreaking research in sports medicine.
This year’s conference takes place from April 22-27, 2025, and will cover diverse innovations - from clinical practices and quality improvements to technological advances - featuring topics such as:
Wearable Technology Best Practices
AI in Sports Medicine
Muscular Injury and Tendinopathy Treatments
Updates on RED-S and the Female Athlete Triad
Screening Tools - Effective or Not?
Sideline Management Essentials
Orthopaedic Surgery Innovations
Management of Thoracic Outlet and Compartment Syndromes
Conference highlights include:
The Return of the Fellows Quiz Bowl, hosted by Dr. Jeremiah Ray
AMSSM Foundation Party at the College Basketball Experience
Case-Based Sessions on Commonly Missed Diagnoses
Evidence-Based Fracture Care
Learner Resources: MSK Physical Exam Boot Camp, Instructional Course Lectures on Fellowship Insights, and Sports Medicine Career Perspectives
Sports Economics Instructional Course Lectures
The 2025 Annual Meeting brochure and online registration will be available by the end of January on AMSSM’s website at https://www.amssm.org/.
$10K Underrepresented Minority Research Grant Opportunity
The AMSSM Foundation is pleased to announce the release of the Minority Research Grant Award Request for Proposals (RFP).
The purpose of the AMSSM Minority Research Grant is to provide research opportunities specifically for historically underrepresented minorities in biomedical research to advance representation across diverse backgrounds and promote health equity in sports medicine research. These grant awards are designed to provide support for promising, innovative research projects, and the total amount of available funding is $10,000.
A completed grant application must be submitted through the AMSSM Grant Portal by February 14, 2025. Visit www.amssm.org/research.php for more details and apply.
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Nominate a Colleague for the AOSSM Hall of Fame
Do you know an outstanding member of the sports medicine community who should be part of the AOSSM Hall of Fame? Nominate them today to join the legends of orthopaedic sports medicine as members of this elite group.
The Hall of Fame honors members of the orthopaedic sports medicine community who have contributed significantly to the specialty and set themselves apart. Candidates are scored on several different factors, including their lifelong contributions to research, education, and community service; enduring contributions to the field of sports medicine; and service to AOSSM.
Nominations are open now through February 3, 2025. Instructions and criteria for Hall of Fame nominations can be found at https://www.sportsmed.org/.
Celebrate With Us!
Have an accomplishment, award or honor you’d like to share with your colleagues and the AOSSM community? Send an email to wins@aossm.org to be featured on the Society social media “Wednesday Win” campaign!
Easy Reider Podcast
Listen in on conversations with some of the foremost leaders in sports medicine in the AOSSM podcast series, Easy Reider: a Conversation with Bruce Reider, MD. Visit https://easyreider.libsyn.com/ for a full list of episodes.
Join the Sports Medicine Conversation on Twitter
X: @aossmjournals
Instagram: @aossmjournals
Facebook and LinkedIn: search “AOSSM Journals”
National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA)
Attend the Next NATA Forward Motion
Members are invited to attend the next NATA Forward Motion at 11 a.m. CST or 3 p.m. CST February 13, 2025. Forward Motion is a member-exclusive, quarterly discussion with NATA President A.J. Duffy III, MS, ATC, PT, during which he will provide updates on strategic initiatives. Not only will members hear directly from Duffy, but they will also have the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback. Forward Motion is limited to 300 attendees and is first come, first served. Register today at www.nata.org/nata-forward-motion.
Don’t Let Your Member Benefits Lapse
Thank you to everyone who joined or renewed their NATA membership by the December 31, 2024, deadline. If you haven’t renewed your NATA membership, it’s now past due. If your NATA membership dues aren’t paid in full by January 31, 2025, all member benefits will be suspended until payment is received. Learn more at https://www.nata.org/membership/about-membership/join-or-renew. Don’t let money get in the way of investing in yourself and your profession. Contact Member Services at 972-532-8897 or membership@nata.org to see how we can help.
You Asked, We Listened: Exciting News for 2025!
Starting in 2025, the entire NATA EducATe On-Demand Course Catalog - more than 150 courses covering a host of topics you encounter daily in your practice - will be included with your NATA membership! Earn CEUs at your own pace. Just as you push your athletes and patients to excel, NATA is here to help you grow and reach new heights in your career. Learn more and, if you haven’t already done so, renew or join today at https://www.nata.org/membership/about-membership/join-or-renew.
Celebrate National Athletic Training Month
Taking place in March, National Athletic Training Month celebrates the profession and increases the public’s understanding of the essential role athletic trainers play in work, life, and sport. This year, the NATM theme “Champions in Health Care” was selected by the NATA membership in October 2024. To learn more and access NATA’s NATM resources, visit https://www.nata.org/advocacy/public-relations/national-athletic-training-month.