Transcript Westfield Athletic Training Program

Westfield Athletic Training Program
CONTACT US: 703-488-6413
Roslynn Wingo – [email protected]
Karen Conboy, ATC – [email protected]
703-932-1961 ©
www.westfieldathletics.org – Athletic Training
What is an Athletic Trainer?
American Medical Association
Allied Health Profession
Degree from Accredited College
in sports medicine
Nationally Certified & State
Licensed by the VA Board of
Medicine
We are not “Personal Trainers”
Assumption of Risk
•Injuries are inherent in sports, unfortunately
some may be catastrophic.
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Dedicated to
providing the safest
environment
possible
Goal to minimize
the significance of
injury by providing:
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immediate
evaluation
immediate care
and/or referral
Role of Athletic Trainer
• All injuries must be
Evaluated by ATC
prior to return to
participation
• Document Injuries
• Coordinate
Treatment plan
athletes, parents,
coaches,
physicians, etc.
Our Philosophy…
Early Treatment = Early return
Student athletes should
return to activity in the
Quickest and Safest
manner possible
Generally, the longer an
injury takes to
worsen, the longer it
takes to resolve
When do we cover?
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ATC COVERAGE
Daily Treatment
2:00PMb- until start
of last practice of
the day
Weekends – By
Appt.
Every competition
(home & away)
*excludes golf
Coverage policy is determined by
the FCPS Office of Risk
Management based on injury
statistics locally & nationally. This
has been validated by FCPS injury
statistics over the past 5 years)
Physician Clearance
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When seen by physician for illness / injury
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MD limitations are final, but MD clearance
is reviewed by ATC
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Please obtain clearance note, include limitations
Will be re-evaluated by ATC for function
Limitations may be indicated
Without ATC communication with MD
(written or verbal), participation may not
be allowed (x-ray findings, etc…)
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With the drive and pressure to play, we cannot
take the athlete’s word for it.
Team Physician
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Dr. Robert Dombrowski – (Orthopedic)
Coordinator of Medical Services at WHS
Commonwealth Orthopedics –
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Herndon, Reston, Centreville & Annandale
www.C-O-R.com
Contact Information
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Contact ATC in
athletic training
room at any time
regarding your
child’s injury
703-488-6413
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Leave message if
after hours
Will return your calls
ASAP
Your Role As A Parent
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Be sure to contact ATC
for information you
may need
Encourage studentathlete to report all
injuries & be compliant
with treatment
Help with home care
instructions
Help facilitate
communication with
physician if needed
Injuries
ICE
•Ice for initial injury
•Never heat new
injuries!!!
•24-72 hrs
•Decreases or slows
inflammation
•After activity
following return to
participation
HEAT
•Heat for chronic
problems
•May cause increased
inflammation
•Heat before activity
Nutrition
Make NUTRITION a priority
• Disordered eating vs. eating disorder
• Proper Hydration is essential
• Meal Timing
• Avoiding Supplements
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Poor Excuse for a crappy diet
Not regulated by the FDA – and no
recommended for those under 18
Most cause side effects such as dehydration,
irritability, and poor oxygen carrying capacity
that can be detrimental to athletic competition
Avoid Energy Drinks
Steroid Education
• Return to use of steroids in the
adolescent/teen population (males and
females)
• 2 year ban of eligibility
• Signs and Symptoms
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Rapid Weight Gain
Sudden Appearance of Acne (back)
Bad Breath
Rapid Mood Swings
• All athletes attend a 30 minutes
presentation
– The concept of true competition
– What to do if you suspect someone of steroid use?
– Symptoms and Side-effects
Hygiene
Encourage proper
hygiene
–shower after activity
–clean clothing
–helmets and pads
Wound Care
–Report all suspicious
wounds (not healing,
appear like a spider bite
or ingrown hair)
–Cover Wounds
Finish Rx. antibiotics
MRSA
Mild infections may look like a
pimple or boil and can be red,
swollen, painful, or have pus or
other drainage and are usually
mildly infectious and easily
treated. More serious
infections may cause
pneumonia, bloodstream
infections, or surgical wound
infections
H1N1 Virus
•Prevention is Key
• Athletes should:
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Shower immediately after practice
Wash Hands often
Not share water bottles or clothing
Hydrate and get plenty of rest
If your athlete has a rapid onset of: fever, sore throat,
chest congestion, and or body aches; they should
inform the athletic trainer by phone, stay home and
see their family physician.
What Can You Do
•Help encourage your athlete to
shower after each practice
•Encourage your athlete washes
practice uniform after each practice
•Incorporate the use of anti-microbial
treatments for clothes, equipment and
skin (Fabricaide, Sportsaide, and Hibiclens for your
family to use at home)
•Go to the following link:
www.keygreenworld.com/FCPS
Concussions
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A concussions is an injury to the brain
Concussions can alter a student’s ability to learn
Concussions can be life threatening
ATC manages concussion
– IMPACT
– Neuropsychologists
– Neurologists
Signs & Symptoms include:
Headache, confusion, dizziness,
change in personality, difficulty
sleeping, difficulty concentrating, loss
of appetite, loss of memory, and
others.
Treatment is REST and hydration
THANK YOU
• Even Bulldogs do Their Rehab!