Athletic therapy is a profession that specializes in the prevention and care of musculoskeletal disorders, and ongoing rehabilitation of injuries sustained from physical activity. Treatment involves the assessment and rehabilitation of the muscles, bones and joints, biomechanical dysfunctions, and concussions. 

Athletic therapists have in-depth knowledge, education and training in human musculoskeletal system, exercise physiology, biomechanics, and basic emergency care. They treat a wide range of patients from children to seniors using a multitude of manual therapies, modalities, exercise plans, braces and taping to help the patient return to their daily activities.