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Emphasis is placed on the prevention of sport and exercise injuries.
A practical and important aspect of both preventing and protecting sport and exercise injuries is the direct application of wraps, tape, braces and other devices. The advances in sports medicine technology have brought about a variety of specialty products and techniques for use on athletes and exercise enthusiasts. Know the rules and regulations pertaining to the use of special protective equipment, braces, splints, etc. as established by governing athletic associations. Fit standard protective equipment on athletes consistent with physical characteristics and needs of the individual athletes. Apply appropriate preventive taping, wraps, splints, braces, and other special protective devices consistent with sound anatomical and biomechanical principles.