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Athletic Trainers' Knowledge And Perceptions Of Testicular Cancer And Testicular Cancer Prevention Practices, Christopher Mings
Athletic Trainers' Knowledge And Perceptions Of Testicular Cancer And Testicular Cancer Prevention Practices, Christopher Mings
HIM 1990-2015
Context: Collegiate male athletes have a higher risk of testicular cancer due to their age group, an increased risk of testicular contusions, and a lack of secondary prevention education. As the athletic training profession increases emphasis on evidence-based practice, it is important for athletic trainers to understand testicular cancer and testicular-self examination as it is outlined within their scope of practice. A general understanding of testicular cancer and the prevention techniques will be important for athletic trainers to promote awareness and health behavior practices. Objective: To examine the athletic trainers' actual knowledge, concern, perceived responsibility, training, feeling of embarrassment, and …