Shaun Newman Podcast #885 - Danielle Larsen & Dexter Nelson
Jul 23, 2025
Danielle Larsen is a certified athletic therapist from Alberta, volunteering with the Lakeland Region Winter Games Society for the 2026 Winter Games. Dexter Nelson, also a certified athletic therapist, founded the Canadian Pro Rodeo Sport Medicine Program. They discuss the critical role of certified athletic therapists in safeguarding athletes' health and addressing injuries during competitions. The conversation highlights the evolution of athlete care in rodeo, the importance of community support for youth sports, and the need for funding to ensure comprehensive medical care at events.
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Rodeo Program Origin Story
- Dexter Nelson founded the Canadian Pro Rodeo Sport Medicine Program after seeing rodeo athletes needed support.
- He volunteered at major rodeo events, gaining trust and improving care over 25 years.
Value of Real-Time Injury Observation
- Seeing injuries happen in real time provides crucial information about the injury's mechanism and severity.
- Video replay enhances diagnosis, guiding smarter decisions on treatment and return to play.
Live Injury Observation Speeds Care
- Seeing an injury live helped Danielle's team activate EMS sooner with faster decision-making.
- Immediate eyes on injury improves safety at short-term competitions like rodeos and Winter Games.