Athletic Trainers’ Perceived and Actual Knowledge of Cupping Therapy Concepts

Cage, Stephen A; Winkelmann, Zachary K.; Warner, Brandon; Gallegos, Diana M.

doi:10.25035/jsmahs.05.03.06

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“…A possible limitation of this study was the small sample size. While the total number of responses is similar to or higher than other survey-based studies with athletic trainers, an exhaustive and definitive statement on the attitudes of athletic trainers toward COVID-19 vaccinations would require a larger scale study [13,14]. Given the novelty of this study, however, the results nevertheless warrant consideration.…”

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confidence: 81%

Attitudes Toward COVID-19 Vaccination Among Athletic Trainers in Early 2021

Cage

2021

RISM

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Following the widespread transmission of the novel coronavirus responsible for COVID-19, the first COVID-19 vaccine received emergency use authorization in December 2020. The purpose of this study is to describe the attitudes toward available COVID-19 vaccines among athletic trainers. 258 certified athletic trainers (age=43±12 years; years of certified experience=19±12 years) completed an electronic survey via email that collected data on demographics, face mask usage, and attitudes toward available COVID-19 vaccines. Data were downloaded and analyzed using a commercially available statistics package (SPSS Statistics Version 26, IBM, Armonk, NY). Measures of central tendency (means, standard deviations, frequencies) were calculated for all survey items. The majority of respondents reported that they were comfortable with the current level of authorization for available COVID-19 vaccines. Most athletic trainers stated that they would receive a COVID-19 vaccination when it was available, but that they would rather it be a voluntary choice rather than mandated by an employer or government body. The majority of athletic trainers reported personal, household, and vulnerable population safety as the primary considerations for receiving a COVID-19 vaccination. In general, these factors were more important to participants than were public perception or concerns over infringements of personal liberties. Given that athletic trainers continue to work in day-to-day patient care, it is important to consider the best means of educating athletic trainers on the potential benefits of COVID-19 vaccinations.

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Attitudes Toward COVID-19 Vaccination Among Athletic Trainers in Early 2021

Cage

2021

RISM

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“…A possible limitation of this study was the relatively low number of participants. While the total number of responses is similar or higher than other survey-based studies conducted on athletic trainers, an exhaustive and definitive statement on the attitudes and usage of face masks among athletic trainers would require a larger scale study [16,17]. The completion of this study provides a framework for conducting a study that collects data from a larger number of respondents.…”

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confidence: 94%

Attitudes Toward and Usage of Face Masks or Face Coverings Among Certified Athletic Trainers During the COVID-19 Pandemic

2020

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Following the widespread transmission of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the majority of colleges and high schools canceled all face-to-face courses and athletic activities. As institutions allowed for athletes to return to campus, many institutions and government entities enacted requirements for the use of face masks or face coverings in public. Current research is being conducted to evaluate the epidemiology, recognition, treatment, and prevention of coronavirus disease 2019 , the disease associated with SARS-CoV-2. At the time of this study, there is no published research on attitudes toward and usage of face masks or face coverings among certified athletic trainers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The purpose of this study was to describe these attitudes toward face masks or face coverings and usage in this context. A total of 265 certified athletic trainers participated in this study (age= 42 ± 12, years of certified experience = 18 ± 11). An electronic survey was sent to these participants via email to collect demographic information and assess their attitudes toward and usage of face masks or face coverings. Data was downloaded and analyzed using a commercially available statistics package. The overwhelming majority of certified athletic trainers in this study, agreed on some level, the use of face masks to mitigate the transmission of SARS-CoV2 was strongly supported by the available evidence (Strongly Agree = 55.8%, Agree = 26.4%, Somewhat Agree = 9.4%). Most athletic trainers also reported that their institutions currently had mandates in place requiring face masks during patient encounters and coworker interactions (Patient Encounters = 66.4%, Coworker Interactions = 57.4%). Most athletic trainers reported wearing face masks the majority of the time when entering public spaces outside of work. Athletic trainers cited influence of their personal use of face masks, was for personal health, health of those in their household, and attempting to be a role model of best practices for public health. The findings of this study suggest a majority of athletic trainers are wearing face masks or face coverings, even when not actively involved in patient care or other aspects of their jobs

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“…A possible limitation of this study was the relatively low number of participants. While the total number of responses is similar or higher than other survey-based studies conducted on athletic trainers, an exhaustive and definitive statement on the psychosocial effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on athletic trainers would require a larger scale study [13,14]. However, the completion of this study provides a framework for conducting a study that collects data from a larger number of respondents.…”

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confidence: 96%

Attitudes and Moods among Athletic Trainers Following Suspension of 2020 Athletic Season Due to COVID-19

2020

RISM

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Athletic Trainers’ Perceived and Actual Knowledge of Cupping Therapy Concepts

Cited by 11 publications

References 4 publications

Attitudes Toward COVID-19 Vaccination Among Athletic Trainers in Early 2021

Attitudes Toward COVID-19 Vaccination Among Athletic Trainers in Early 2021

Attitudes Toward and Usage of Face Masks or Face Coverings Among Certified Athletic Trainers During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Attitudes and Moods among Athletic Trainers Following Suspension of 2020 Athletic Season Due to COVID-19

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