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Exploring the Basics: Cycling

Updated 11 months ago
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Are you looking for a new way to stay active, explore your surroundings, and perhaps even discover a newfound passion? Cycling might just be the perfe
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Exploring the Basics: Competition Powerlifting

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Author: Britton Schaeufele, LAT, ATC, Cobi Matsumoto Date: November 27, 2023 Welcome to the thrilling world of competition powerlifting! Whether you’r
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National Sports Medicine Institute

We are an orthopedic sports medicine practice in Loudoun County Virginia.

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The National Sports Medicine Institute (NSMI) is excited to announce a full-time opportunity for a skilled and dedicated Certified Athletic Trainer to join our team in Lansdowne and Aldie, VA. This position is ideal for someone ready to apply advanced clinical skills in a collaborative, high-impact role focused on athlete and patient care.As an Athletic Trainer at NSMI, you will play an integral role in facilitating patient flow throughout the clinic, supporting sports medicine and orthopedic providers, and ensuring efficient, high-quality care. The position requires a high level of clinical proficiency, organizational ability, and a proactive approach to patient and provider needs.Key Responsibilities:• Conducting vitals, HPI, and brief physical exams• Presenting patients professionally to providers• Applying casts, splints, and braces• Educating patients on injury care, DME use, and post-operative instructions• Assisting providers with routine procedures and exams• Assisting in orthopaedic surgery• Managing insurance authorizations and functional assessments• Operating our EHR, PACS imaging, and scheduling systemsRequirements:• Master’s degree in athletic training or related field (highly preferred)• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer, in good standing• Current or eligible for Virginia state licensure• CPR/BLS for healthcare provider certification• Preferred: Minimum one year in a medical office, hospital, or practice setting; EHR experienceAdditional Information:• Full-time schedule (flexibility required)• Start date is flexible; applications accepted until 12/6/2024• Competitive salary for the area• Paid Orthopaedic Technologist Certification within 1st year of employmentInterested candidates can apply online at www.nationalsportsmed.com/employment#apply.We would appreciate your support in sharing this opportunity with qualified individuals interested in advancing their careers with us. NSMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace.@nata1950 @vatapr #atheltictraining #wearehiring #SportsMedicine #OrthopaedicSurgery #CareerBoost ... See MoreSee Less

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We want to take a moment to recognize Jack Walters, our Strength and Conditioning Coach, as he moves on to new coaching and training opportunities. Over the past few years, Jack has contributed his skills and dedication to NSMI, helping athletes and patients improve their performance and recovery. While change is never easy, we appreciate his time with us and wish him success in his next chapter. Please join us in thanking Jack for his hard work and sending him well wishes for the future!#thankyoujack #nsmifamily #GoodLuck ... See MoreSee Less

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Congratulations to Dr. David Johnson & Dr. Timothy Johnson! 🏆🎉We are thrilled to announce that Dr. David Johnson and Dr. Timothy Johnson have been selected as recipients of the VIAAA Distinguished Service Award! This prestigious honor recognizes their exceptional dedication and contributions to interscholastic athletics. 🙌Both Dr. David Johnson and Dr. Timothy Johnson have made a tremendous impact on Loudoun County Public Schools and the student-athlete community. The Virginia Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (VIAAA) couldn’t have chosen two more deserving recipients for this distinguished recognition.A huge thank you to the VIAAA for honoring their hard work and commitment. We look forward to celebrating Dr. David Johnson and Dr. Timothy Johnson at the state conference in May! 🎊👏 Join us in congratulating them on this incredible achievement!#DistinguishedService #VIAAA #CelebratingExcellence #ThankYou #DrDavidJohnson #DrTimothyJohnson ... See MoreSee Less

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National Sports Medicine Institute is in Loudoun County, Virginia.

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We were honored to join the Loudoun Chamber of Commerce at their Annual Meeting & Community Leadership Awards 2025.We were proud to be awarded as a finalist for the Community Leadership Awards in the small business category. Nurse Practitioner Shannon Nicholson attended the event with Athletic Trainer Tim Cocrane. #supportsmallbusinesses#orthopaedicsurgeon#locallyloudoun ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

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Join our Team! 🏆The National Sports Medicine Institute is expanding, and we’re on the hunt for an exceptional candidate to be part of our dynamic and fast-growing clinic!We are seeking an experienced, friendly, outgoing, and energetic individual who shares our passion for sports medicine and helping athletes and patients reach their full potential.We’re looking for a full-time, Physical Therapist for our Aldie Physical Therapy Clinic. Ready to take the leap? Apply now at www.nationalsportsmed.com/nsmi-job-application/ and seize this incredible opportunity to be part of something great! 🚀 #hiring #sportsmedicine #jobopportunity #JoinOurTeam ... See MoreSee Less

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✨ Wishing you the merriest of holidays from The National Sports Medicine Institute! 🎉 May your weeks be filled with joy and laughter with loved ones. 🌟 Our team will be taking a festive break on Wednesday 12/25 and 1/1 to celebrate the holidays. We’ll be open Thursday 12/26, Friday 12/27, Monday 12/30 and Tuesday 12/31. Sending warm wishes your way! #CheersToTheSeason #HappyHolidays #SupportSmallBusiness #SportsMedicine #GiveThanks ... See MoreSee Less

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Following a brief warm-up complete these movements to increase joint mobility and coordination. These movements can be done before any workout. Perform each movement for 20-30 seconds. Perform this series before the plyometric and strength series.
Perform these plyometric exercises 3-5x per week to reduce your risk of lower extremity injury. Each movement should be performed for 15 seconds each side or 30 seconds for bilateral movements.
Reduce your risk of lower extremity injury by performing these strength movements 3-5x per week. Complete each movement for 30 total seconds or 15 seconds on each side.
Plyometric exercises for ACL injury prevention. Do these exercises 3-5 times per week to reduce your risk of lower extremity injury. Do each exercise for 15 seconds each leg or 30seconds for bilateral movements.
On post operative day 2 we encourage our patients to remove the bulky dressing that was placed on after knee arthroscopic, ACL, MCL or MPFL surgery. Watch this video for step-by-step instructions on how to safely remove surgical dressing post operatively. This should only be done if instructed (written or verbally) by your surgeon or other healthcare provider from our office. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your surgical incision do not hesitate to contact our office. Visit us at www.nationalsportsmed.com or follow us on social media - Instagram: @Nationalsportsmed Facebook: @NationalSportsMedicineInstitute TikTok: @NSMISportsLab
This is a great exercise if you're recovering from an injury or surgery on your lower extremity (leg). Check out this short instructional video on how to perform a Clam Shell! The purpose of this exercise is to relearn how to activate your hip abductor and gluteal muscles to improve hip and core strength and pelvic stability. We recommend 3 sets of 10 repetitions when you're first getting started but this exercise can be made more challenging by adding a resistance band around the knees. There are so many variations of this exercise that can be found online but if you have any questions, just call our office, and speak with one of our Physical Therapist or Athletics Trainers! Visit us at www.nationalsportsmed.com or follow us on social media - Instagram: @Nationalsportsmed Facebook: @NationalSportsMedicineInstitute TikTok: @NSMISportsLab
Are you recovering from an injury or surgery on your lower extremity (leg)? Check out this short instructional video on how to perform Heel Slides! The purpose of this exercise is to relearn how to activate your quadriceps and hamstring muscles to improve hip and core strength and range of motion of the knee after an injury/surgery. We recommend 3 sets of 10 repetitions, holding for a few seconds when your knee is full bent, when you're first getting started. Sometimes it's helpful to use a towel under your heel or a sock on your foot to reduce friction when you’re sliding your heel. So many variations of this exercise can be found online but if you have any questions, just call our office, and speak with one of our Physical Therapist or Athletics Trainers! Visit us at www.nationalsportsmed.com or follow us on social media - Instagram: @Nationalsportsmed Facebook: @NationalSportsMedicineInstitute TikTok: @NSMISportsLab
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