Ep 39. To The Bone: Fencing, International Travel, and U.S. Soccer's Cerebral Palsy Teams with Carlos Roel

In this episode, Shelby interviews Carlos Roel, an athletic trainer and physical therapist with extensive experience in fencing and other sports. We discuss the intricacies of fencing, including the different types of weapons, scoring systems, and common injuries. Carlos shares insights into the culture of fencing, the dynamics of international competitions, and the medical support provided to athletes. Carlos shares his experiences working with athletes with disabilities, particularly in the context of Paralympic sports. He discusses the challenges of balancing day-to-day impairments with athletic performance, the importance of managing pain and strength conditioning, and the unique journey of being an independent contractor in sports medicine. Carlos also provides valuable travel tips for athletic trainers and shares some humorous and challenging stories from his international trips with athletes.www.preventicx.comwww.veroankle.comwww.tothebonepodcast.com