Ep 52. To The Bone Podcast: Public Safety Workers Compensation with Marissa Villafuerte-Brooks

EPISODE SKELETON:Marissa Villafuerte-Brooks, an athletic trainer in public safety, discussing the unique challenges and rewards of her role. Marissa shares insights on rehabilitation, the importance of workers' compensation, and the role of athletic trainers in injury prevention and management. The discussion highlights the significance of communication, tracking return on investment, and the complexities of working with public safety professionals. We discuss the intricacies of injury prevention and management within public safety settings, particularly focusing on the challenges and opportunities presented by workers' compensation. She emphasizes the importance of building trust with public safety personnel, advocating for athletic trainers, and the evolving landscape of job opportunities in this field. The discussion also touches on the significance of data collection and the need for effective communication and networking among athletic trainers.www.psatsociety.com