Concierge Athletic Trainer Network

You deserve more than
"just rest it"

If you're dealing with pain, recovering from an injury, or trying to get back to the life you love — an athletic trainer might be exactly the specialist you didn't know you needed.

Persistent pain Sports injury Post-surgery recovery Avoiding surgery Muscle & joint problems Getting back to activity
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What is an athletic trainer?

A healthcare professional who specializes in
exactly this

Athletic trainers are licensed, nationally certified healthcare professionals who specialize in musculoskeletal health — the muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, and bones that keep you moving. They spend their entire careers focused on injury, pain, recovery, and helping people get back to the activities that matter to them.

Think of them as the specialist who lives at the intersection of medicine and movement. They work closely with physicians, understand your anatomy deeply, and have the time and training to give you individualized, hands-on care.

Athletic trainers hold a master's degree, national board certification, and state licensure — they are highly educated healthcare professionals, not personal trainers

Sound familiar?

Athletic trainers are trained to help with all of these — and more.

"My pain isn't going away"

Persistent aches, nagging soreness, or an old injury that never fully healed — athletic trainers specialize in figuring out why and building a plan to fix it.

"I got hurt and don't know what to do"

Whether it just happened or it's been months, athletic trainers assess musculoskeletal injuries and guide you toward the right next steps — whether that's treatment, PT, or a specialist referral.

"My doctor mentioned surgery"

Surgery isn't always the only option. Athletic trainers are skilled in conservative care — helping many people manage and recover without ever going under the knife.

"I just had surgery"

The road back after an orthopedic procedure requires structure and expertise. Athletic trainers design individualized rehab programs that get you from surgery to full recovery safely.

"I want to get back to what I love"

Whether it's a sport, a hobby, or just keeping up with your kids — athletic trainers bridge the gap between recovery and getting back to the life you had before.

"I can't get an appointment for weeks"

Many athletic trainers in private practice offer flexible, direct-access care — no referral required, no long wait times, and real one-on-one attention.

Why an athletic trainer

The care you've been missing

Most people have never had access to an athletic trainer outside of a team or school setting. CATN changes that — connecting individuals directly with these specialists for the first time.

Individualized attention

Athletic trainers in private practice work with you one-on-one — not in a room of 10 patients, not rushing through a 20-minute session.

Specialized training

Master's degree required, national board certification, and state licensure in most states. These are highly educated, credentialed healthcare professionals.

Full continuum of care

From acute injury through full recovery — athletic trainers don't just treat symptoms, they address the full picture of your injury and health.

Direct access

No referral needed. Many athletic trainers offer flexible scheduling and can see you faster than a traditional clinical setting.

How it works

Search your area

Enter your zip code or city to find athletic trainers available near you.

Review their profile

See their credentials, specialty, bio, and contact info — everything you need to make an informed choice.

Reach out directly

Contact them yourself — no middleman, no platform fee. Scheduling is entirely between you and them.

Listings undergo a limited administrative screening prior to publication. CATN confirms active BOC certification status at the time of initial submission through the BOC's public verification tool. This screening does not extend to state licensure status, professional liability insurance, disciplinary history, or scope-of-practice compliance, and is not repeated between annual reverification cycles. Always independently verify credentials and qualifications before engaging any practitioner. Verify BOC certification →  ·  Full disclaimer →

Common conditions

Not sure if an athletic trainer can help you?

Read about how athletic trainers approach some of the most common conditions people seek care for.

Lower back pain & sciatica

The #1 most searched pain condition in the US. Athletic trainers specialize in back pain assessment and rehabilitation.

Knee pain & knee injury

ACL tears, meniscus injuries, chronic knee pain — athletic trainers are trained in the full spectrum of knee rehabilitation.

Shoulder pain & rotator cuff

Rotator cuff injuries, impingement, and post-surgical shoulder rehab — individualized and hands-on.

Neck pain & stiffness

Increasingly common and often undertreated. Athletic trainers address the root cause of chronic neck pain.

Hip pain & hip injury

Hip flexor strains, labral tears, impingement, and post-replacement recovery — all areas athletic trainers are trained to address.

Foot pain & ankle injuries

Plantar fasciitis, ankle sprains, Achilles issues — athletic trainers specialize in lower extremity recovery.

Are you an athletic trainer in private practice?

List your credentials, specialty, and contact info to connect with clients in your area and grow your practice.

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