Athletic Training Writing

Athletic trainers write mainly letters and memos. Because athletic trainers are responsible for the health and safety of athletes, they must be able to communicate effectively to coaches and specialists in their writing. For example, if the athletic trainer believes that a player is too injured to practice/play, the trainer might have to communicate that to the coach in writing. The trainer must be able to communicate clearly his diagnosis and what he believes that the player can or cannot do. In his writing, the trainer must also be able to describe terms and anatomy medically so that specialists know what he is talking about, but also in common language so that coaches and players can understand. Challenges of writing in the athletic training profession include writing clearly and precisely while under stressful conditions. Being able to communicate effectively could mean the difference between a few days or a few weeks of rehab for a player. I have had to write both clearly and precisely throughout by academic career, and this should prepare me for writing as an athletic trainer.