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1James W. Berry is Head Athletic Trainer at Myrtle Beach High School, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.
Journal of Athletic Training
|July 1, 1993
Summary
High school athletic trainers can now afford custom medical golf carts. This guide details designing and equipping an affordable sports medicine vehicle for high schools.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Athletic Training Equipment
Background:
- Medical golf carts are standard in professional and collegiate sports.
- Financial constraints hinder high school athletic trainers from acquiring these carts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a cost-effective solution for high school athletic trainers.
- To share experiences in designing and equipping an affordable medical golf cart for high schools.
Main Methods:
- Designing a custom medical golf cart.
- Sourcing affordable equipment.
- Adapting a golf cart for sports medicine use.
Main Results:
- Successfully designed and equipped a functional medical golf cart.
- Demonstrated a viable, budget-friendly option for high schools.
Conclusions:
- Affordable medical golf carts are achievable for high school athletic programs.
- This approach overcomes financial barriers for essential sports medicine equipment.
