Essentials of athletic injury management Part 1-Chapter 1

1. Essentials of athletic injury managementPart 1-Chapter 1

2. What is Sports Medicine??? • People have been participating in athletic events for thousands of years. • Because of that, people have also been getting injured for thousands of years. • Sports Medicine is the overall care of any injury that is caused by .

3. Sports Medicine • Refers to a broad field of related to physical activity and sport. • This field exists to enhance an individual’s capabilities in exercise and sport.

4. The branches of Sports Medicine • It’s not just about doctors and athletic trainers… • Many divisions of sports medicine exist to form the of professions that define the term.

5. The Umbrella of Sports Medicine • Definition- Actions that lead to improvement of athletic capabilities. • Definition-Prevention, treatment, & rehabilitation of sport related injuries.

6. The Umbrella of Sports Medicine • Performance Enhancing • COACHING-Guides individuals in athletic competition. Responsible for success and understanding • STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING- Oversees the overall program of athletes. i.e. weightlifting and running workouts • SPORTS NUTRITION- Oversee the intake of athletes. Without proper education of nutrition, our bodies wouldn’t work properly • Injury Care/ Management • ATHLETIC TRAINER- Responsible for the, and of athletic injuries. Usually the individual who first notices something wrong with an athlete • PHYSICIAN- A doctor who and operates athletic injuries. This type of doctor will also surgically repair any thing in need • Sports Physical Therapy-A physical therapist who specializes in the of athletic injuries. This is a specialization field, diff. from typical PT

7. Misconception Athletic trainers are oftentimes mistaken for. A personal trainer is an individual who specifically trains someone to enhance athletic performance through exercise and diet. Oftentimes have no other duty No post-high school education required REMEMBER!!! PERSONAL TRAINER-GOLD’S GYM, PLANET FITNESS, CROSSFIT ATHLETIC TRAINER-HIGH SCHOOL, NFL, NBA, RODEO, ANYTHING SPORT RELATED.

8. ROLES OF ATHLETIC TRAINER • Primarily responsible for of the athlete • Initial assessment and recognition of injuries • High schools • Universities • Professional

9. Roles of Athletic Trainer… • Athletic Trainers may have numerous skills and may use them all in their respective profession. • ATC-. Recognized as a certified athletic trainer once he/she meets all requirements set by BOC, a national committee. • BOC-- Governing body that oversees certification requirements for athletic trainers across the U.S.

10. Roles of Athletic Trainer con’t… • LAT- - An A.T. who is recognized by their state as being licensed to practice A.T. in that state only after passing exam created by statewide standards. (i.e. Texas, Oklahoma) • CSCS- Individual who is certified to oversee the overall fitness of athletes. Includes weight lifting, cardio vascular work, plyometric exercise, and flexibility.

11. Roles of Athletic Trainer con’t… Professional responsibilities • Insurance and record keeping. • Equipment inventory (med. equip and sport equip.) • Medical documentation (physicals, injury profiles, rehab…) • Policies and procedures • Student trainers (high school and college) • Continuous education (live or online seminars) • COMMUNICATION!!! (Parents, doctors, coaches, physical therapists, strength coaches, administration…)

12. Role of the team physican • Every athletic organization, regardless of level, has an overseeing physician. • This individual is responsible for , ,and athletes who need this level of treatment. If this individual crosses something outside his scope of practice (legal and educational capabilities), then he/she will refer to someone else who can help. • The following are examples of various physicians and health care professionals who can serve as head of a team or who can help with diagnosing and treating athletic injuries.

13. ORTHOPEDIC • Specializes in disorders. (joints, muscles, bones, ligament, tendons, concussions, sprains, strains) • Can perform surgery to repair most disorders. • Most commonly sought physician for.

14. Neurologist • Specializes in treating disorders associated with the ? • The nervous system starts in our is spreads through our bodies through our spinal cord in our spine. (sort of like a messenger system. Brain is post office and spinal cord delivers message) • Seen for or.

15. Dermatologist • Specializes in. • May prescribe medications to treat such issues • Rash, infections (staph, blisters), allergies.

16. Pediatrician • Typically sees patients that are ( less than 18 y/o) • Can diagnose many ailments that are associated with bacteria or virus (flu, chicken pox, strep throat). • No surgery, little to no specialization in sports injuries.

17. Dentist • We all know what a dentist works on… • Sports- Emergency care/repair • Fitting of custom mouth guards • Can remove teeth or create artificial ones if needed. • May provide helpful advice regarding braces, retainers, etc.

18. Podiatrist • Specialization in the study and care of the athlete’s (not the nasty fungus!) • Can provide very important insight regarding the way we step, walk, run, jump, and land • These actions can have negative effects on our bodies if not handled properly • Custom orthotics, shoes, surgery on disorders ( broken ankles, toes, torn muscles/tendons)

19. School Nurse • Essential team member in recognizing disorders • Could be first one to notice a variety of issues • LVN- . No degree required, but an extensive cert. program is needed. Also, hands-on experience is necessary through education. • Basic health care • Vitals, bandages, record keeping, administer meds

20. School Nurse con’t… • RN-.Longer education • Can do everything a LVN can do, plus: • Provide diagnostic testing/analysis • Provide advice for post-treatment plan • Discuss patient plan with doctor • SCHOOL NURSES ARE ESSENTIAL TO SPORTS MEDICINE PROGRAM • A school nurse would most likely detect a disorder once a kid has symptoms in class. (migraine, concussion, disease) • Sometimes, issues arise after the cause (i.e. concussion symptoms 1 hour after hit to head) • COMMUNICATION WITH NURSE IS CRITICAL.

21. Performance Enhancing members • This is the other half of the umbrella. • These professions sometimes do not deal with the medical aspect of sports medicine, but rather with pure athletics and the preparation of activity.

22. Strength and Conditioning coach • Not every high school has one • Every college/pro team does • Specializes in the overall of the athlete. • Creates workouts that are specific to the athlete and their sport or time of year. • Knowledgeable in , ,stretching, warming up, running, fundamentals.

23. Sport Psychologists • A psychologist works with people’s. • Sports psychologist specializes in the athlete’s mental state regarding athletics. • May be used after a (season/career ending). • May be used during a (intense rehab, or training)

24. Sport physical therapist • Physical therapists oversee the exercises that allow individuals to return to activity as soon as possible while providing adequate training to repair and prevent injury. • Some work with all ages, from young to old, blind and deaf, some with no legs or 1. • Those that specialize in sports work only with athletes and their disorders.

25. Prosthetist • Creates support mechanisms to eliminate pain or discomfort (custom inserts) • Also creates artificial limbs for those who are missing (arm, leg, hand) • Technology has allowed this profession to grow tremendously and has been very beneficial to those who use them.

26. Exercise Physiologist • This individual studies and examines how the body ,when engaged in physical activity • Can provide essential insight on how to improve athletic performance through testing and analyzing breathing, heart rate,metabolism.

27. Biomechanist • You don’t have to be an actual bio mechanist… • A thorough understanding of how the body is supposed to move can make you good at this. • These individuals analyze the way an athlete’s body in certain areas to ensure that proper is being used. (i.e. throwing motion of a young quarter back. OR the technique of a young female diver) • This is helpful because improper technique can lead to injury over time or immediately. Correction can prevent injury.

28. Nutritionist • An expert in the field of nutrition and. • Can help someone lose/gain weight the RIGHT way. • Can create a nutrition plan for someone who wishes to maximize their energy potential. • Up to date on latest trends and fads in diet (paleo diet, Dr. Oz stuff, no carbs?, starving…)

29. Chiropractor • Skilled in the field of skeletal and understanding how the body’s bones, muscles, and nervous system work together • Not firm believers in medicine or surgery • Skilled in detecting and asymmetrical body regions • Can be beneficial if used in appropriate setting