Dana Friske, athletic trainer at Wisconsin Athletics sports medicine

Dana Friske

Badgers Sports Medicine staff since: 2021
Professional credentials: MS, LAT, ATC
NPI: 1316493117

Previous Professional Experience:

  • 2019 – 2021, Assistant Athletic Trainer, University of Virginia
  • 2018 – 2019, Athletic Trainer, University of Michigan
  • 2016 – 2108, Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer, University of Utah 

Education:

  • Master of Science, Sports Medicine, University of Utah, 2018
  • Bachelor of Science, Athletic Training, University of Wisconsin - Madison, 2015

Additional Professional Certifications:

  • Graston Technique M1-Basic Training
  • American Red Cross Instructor
  • Structure and Function Dry Needling

Professional Memberships:

  • National Athletic Trainers’ Association
  • Wisconsin Athletic Trainers’ Association
  • Great Lakes Athletic Trainers’ Association

Clinical Specialties/Professional Interests:

  • Manual therapy techniques
  • Muscle Energy Technique
  • Emergency preparedness

Hometown: Madison, Wis.

Bio: Dana is one of the athletic trainers responsible for providing care for the Badger men’s and women’s rowing program. Dana lives in Madison and enjoys activities on or near the water.

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