Ontario Athletic Therapist Association (OATA)

A 2025 review of 21 studies that was published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine examined the effect of neck strengthening programs on head acceleration events (HAEs) in sports.

The bottom line from this review clearly shows that neck strength matters and that athletes with stronger necks experienced lower head accelerations during impacts.

Discover how Kinmetrix ARC can help strengthen the neck—on our podcast.

Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/5tgcPiSsvdn9PIqPltBbRU?si=jfTI5eg5QMy8R-YvXmpkSw

YouTube: https://youtu.be/q9YUYb2AYlU

Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2633131/episodes/19598425

OSTA Salute to Commonwealth Summer Games 2026 starting TODAY in Glasgow, Scotland. Cheers to Canada's star-studded team of athletes.

The 2026 Commonwealth Games are taking place in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23 to August 2, 2026. Featuring roughly 3,000 athletes from 74 nations, this downsized event includes 10 core sports and an extensive para-sport program.

The 2026 Commonwealth Games features 10 sports: athletics, swimming, boxing, judo, artistic gymnastics, track cycling, netball, weightlifting, bowls and three-on-three basketball. Six sports include its para sport counterpart: athletics, swimming, bowls, basketball, track cycling, weightlifting.

Team Canada's notable athletes at the 2026 Commonwealth Games include:

Athletics: Andre De Grasse, Ethan Katzberg, Camryn Rogers, Damian Warner, Sarah Mitton, Evan Dunfee, Christopher Morales Williams, and Aaron Brown.

Swimming: Kylie Masse, Josh Liendo, Nicolas-Guy Turbide, and Sebastian Massabie.

Gymnastics: Ellie Black, Félix Dolci, René Cournoyer, and William Émard.

Weightlifting: Maude Charron.

Cycling: Maggie Coles-Lyster and Sarah Orban

🌍World Population Day.

As populations age and demographics continue to evolve, the goal isn't just to help people live longer—it's to help them live healthier, more active lives.

While advances in healthcare have increased life expectancy, many of those added years are still affected by illness, injury, and reduced mobility. By 2050, people are projected to spend an average of 11.4 years in poor health, up from 8.7 years in 2000, according to McKinsey & Company.

Athletic Therapists play an important role in changing that story. Through injury prevention, movement assessment, rehabilitation, and education, they help people stay active, and enjoy a better quality of life at every age.

Healthy movement supports healthy communities. This World Population Day, let's invest in prevention and prioritize lifelong health.

OSTA has been a proud supporter of the Movement since participating in Canada's first Paralympic Games, the 1976 Toronto Olympiad for the Physically Disabled.

As stated by Rachael Pinnock, Chief Commercial & Impact Officer, Canadian Paralympic Committee, “The new logo .... belongs to every Canadian Para athlete, partner, and supporter who believes Para sport belongs at the centre of Canada’s sporting story.” OSTA agrees Para sport belongs at the centre of Canada's sporting story!!

Prevent injuries before they happen. 🏃‍♀️💪
Athletic Therapists help prevent injuries through movement assessments, strength and balance training, education, and personalized exercise programs. Whether you're an athlete, worker, or active individual, Athletic Therapists can help you move with confidence, recover safely, and stay active for life.

Happy Canada Day!!

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MACCABI MAGIC

Come experience the "MAGIC" when sports and athletic pursuits bring people together. This is the goal and outcome of the North American smaller Maccabi Games like the JCC Toronto Maccabi this August 2-7.

Take a bow Ontario Athletic Therapists (ATs) as we spread more awareness and gain more appreciation for this profession, AT skills and value.

Listen to Maccabi's Perry Schwartz talk about Toronto's hosting of the Games after 40 years & Shoutout to Ontario ATs.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/o1qmt1kp5G0

🇨🇦⚽ History made. Team Canada is headed to the Knockout Stage for the first time in FIFA competition!

Congratulations to every athlete, coach, staff member, and supporter who helped make this moment possible.

At OSTA, we celebrate the dedication, preparation, resilience, and performance that drive moments like these—on and off the pitch.

Here’s to the next chapter. 🍁🙌

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