Section 8352 - [Effective 12/22/2025] Definition of athletic trainingThe practice of the profession of athletic training is defined as
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1. The prevention, recognition, examination, evaluation, assessment, management, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries;2. The recognition of illness and referral to the appropriate medical professional with implementation of treatment pursuant to physician's orders;3. Instruction to coaches, athletes, parents, medical personnel, and communities in the area of care and prevention of athletic injuries; and4. The use of clinically appropriate therapeutic modalities and techniques, including the use of: (a) Physical, chemical, and mechanical means including the use of heat, cold, light, air, water, sound, electricity, massage, mobilization as it relates to athletic training, including non-thrust mobilization, and exercise; and(b) Appropriate preventative and supportive devices and temporary splinting or bracing.Amended by New York Laws 2023, ch. 733,Sec. 2, eff. 12/22/2025.This section is set out more than once due to postponed, multiple, or conflicting amendments.