• July 1, 2026 | 12:45 PM - 1:40 PM
• PCC,Hall B (or C)

Unlocking Athletic Potential: Harnessing Biometric Technology for Injury Reduction and Sports Performance

Sports performance and biometric technology are beginning to reshape the way we approach the day-to-day training of athletes as well as the Athletic Trainers’ approach to injury reduction. However, there is a lack of knowledge on how to incorporate the information gathered to better benefit our athletes and patients. This interactive lecture will engage attendees to decipher what the technology is telling them and how to use it to increase sports performance and further develop their injury reduction plans.

Learning Objectives - Explain biometric technology & sports performance.
- Relate knowledge of biometric technology and data to increase performance and reduce injuries in various athletic populations.
- Summarize the effectiveness of different types of biometric technology in the reduction of injury across different sports.

Keywords: Sports Performance; Biometrics; Injury Reduction