March is Athletic Training Month

   During March, Athletic Trainers across America are being recognized for their commitment to helping people prevent injuries and stay healthy and active.  At Vernon Memorial Healthcare, a team of athletic trainers work to keep youth healthy and encourage active lifestyles.  Three full-time athletic trainers provide high school out-reach coverage to four local high schools. 
   Athletic Training is more than taping ankles.  VMH athletic trainers counsel high school athletes on proper form, instruct athletes on ways to prevent injury, offer nutrition tips, and assist athletes with rehabilitation once an injury occurs. 
   Athletic trainers also offer young athletes a Summer Sports Conditioning program which occurs June through August.  More information on this program will be available soon.