Transcript Loudoun County Public Schools Athletic Training

Loudoun County Public Schools
Athletic Training
Paul A. Peterson MA, ATC.
Certified Athletic Trainer
Woodgrove High School
38611 Allder School Road
Purcellville, VA. 20132
Athletic Trainer vs. Personal Trainer
Athletic Trainer
An Athletic Trainer is an expert at recognizing, treating and
preventing injuries. AT’s practice under the direction of a
physician and are members of a health care profession
recognized by the American Medical Association.
 Must obtain, at minimum, a Bachelor’s degree in athletic
training. (@ 70% of AT’s have Master’s degree).
 Must pass a comprehensive exam to earn the ATC
credential.
 Must keep their knowledge and skills current by
participating in continuing education.
 Must adhere to standards of professional practice set by
one national certifying agency and to a national code of
ethics.
Athletic Trainer vs. Personal Trainer- cont.
Personal Trainer
A personal trainer develops, monitors and changes an
individuals specific exercise program in a fitness or sports
setting. Personal trainers can earn credentials through a
number of agencies and work without formal instruction or
certification.
 May or may not have higher education in health sciences.
 May or may not be required to obtain certification or state
license.
 May or may not participate in continuing education.
 May become certified by any one of numerous
organizations that set varying education and practice
requirements.
Medical Staff
Team Physician
● Dr. TJ Hegerich M.D.
Leesburg / Sterling Family Practice
17336 Pickwick Dr. Suite A.
Purcellville, VA. 20132
(540)-338-9896
Medical Staff- cont.
Orthopedists
● Dr. David C. Johnson, M.D.
Dr. Tim S. Johnson M.D.
The National Sports Medicine Institute
19455 Deerfield Ave. Suite 312
Lansdowne, VA. 20176
(703)-727-5010
www.nationalsportsmed.com
Medical Staff- cont.
Orthodontist- (mouth pieces)
● Dr. Kianoush Tari DMD
17333 Pickwick Dr. Suites A & B
Purcellville, VA. 20132
(540)-338-0004
Medical Staff-cont.
Physical Therapist
● Dr. Richard C. Mead BSPT, DPT
Purcellville Orthopedic Physical Therapy
125 Hirst Rd.
Purcellville, VA. 20132
(540)-751-1970
www.rmhealthservices.com
Reporting Injuries
 Please report all injuries/illnesses, or even suspected
ones, to the Athletic Trainer as soon as possible. Early
evaluation and treatment can prevent a small problem
from developing into a major problem.
 Unless it is an emergency, try to see the Athletic Trainer
before seeing a physician.
 The Athletic Trainer will evaluate the injury/illness and
determine if a referral to a physician is necessary.
Reporting Injuries- cont.
 Hopefully, the Athletic Trainer can save you a trip to the
physician and treat the injury/illness in house.
 The Athletic Trainer will notify the student-athlete’s coach
about their injury status (restrictions or limitations) and
determine when the student-athlete can safely return to
practice or competition.
 Remember, LCPS policy states that any student-athlete
who has an injury/illness that is evaluated by a physician
must have written!! clearance from that physician to
return to practice or competition.
Concussions
Concussion is simply defined as a disruption of the brain’s
normal function. There is no such thing as having your
“bell rung”.
S/S- ● Headache
● Dizziness
● Balance problems
● Double or blurred vision
● Sensitivity to light or sound
● Feeling sluggish or foggy
● Concentration or memory problems
● Irritability
● Confusion
Concussions- cont.
On recommendations by head injury experts at the
International Conference on Concussions in Sport held in
Zurich (Nov. 2008) and by Virginia State Law in 2011:
 No student-athlete should return to play (RTP) on the
same day of a concussion.
 Any student-athlete removed from play because of a
concussion must be evaluated by and have medical
clearance from a licensed health care provider before he
or she can resume practice or competition.
 Close observation of the student-athlete should continue
for a few hours.
Return to Play Protocol
 No activity (physical and cognitive rest) until
asymptomatic.
 Once asymptomatic, student-athlete may begin low-
impact activities such as walking or stationary bike.
 If asymptomatic for 24 hours, may then begin aerobic
activity fundamental to their specific sport such as running
and may also begin strength training activities.
 If asymptomatic for 24 hours, may begin non-contact skill
drills specific to their sport such as dribbling, fielding,
batting, etc.
Return to Play Protocol- cont.
 If asymptomatic for 24 hours, may begin full contact
activities in a practice setting.
 If student-athlete remains asymptomatic for another 24
hours he or she may return to game activities.
 If symptoms return after any of these stages, the student-
athlete must return to the previous stage.
MRSA
MRSA- (Methicillen Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) is a
strain of staph bacteria that have developed a resistance
to the most common antibiotics. This rapidly progressing
bacteria attacks soft tissue of the skin and can become
systemic by entering the blood stream which endangers
joints and vital organs. Potentially life threatening!
S/S- ● Presence of pus or a pustule
● Abnormal swelling or redness
● Red streaks around wound
● Unusual pain or sensitivity
● Abnormal coloration
MRSA- cont.
If MRSA is suspected, the student-athlete should be
evaluated by a medical professional immediately. Ways
to prevent getting MRSA include:
 Proper hygiene. Shower immediately after practice and
wash hands frequently with antibiotic soap.
 Don’t share towels, razors, soaps or other personal
toiletries.
 Get every skin wound checked by the Athletic Trainer.
 Clean and cover all wounds to prevent infection.
Anabolic Steroids
 Anabolic steroids are drugs which are derived from
testosterone, which is a male hormone. They are very
different from (Corticosteroids) such as prednisone, which
is often used to treat asthma and other inflammatory
conditions.
 In a 2009 study, teens were asked if they have ever used
anabolic steroids. Results of this study showed that 1.3%
of 8th and 10th graders and 2.2% of 12th graders had used
anabolic steroids.
Anabolic Steroids- cont.
 Potential health consequences of anabolic steroid
abuse:
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Women
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Baldness, acne
Aggressiveness
Heart attacks
Breast development
Liver cancer
Infertility
Diabetes
Facial hair, acne, baldness
Permanent deep voice
Heart attacks
Liver cancer
Problems with periods
Diabetes
Energy Drinks
 Beverages containing carbohydrates and caffeine/herbal
ingredients acting as a central nervous system
stimulant. Examples: Red Bull, Monster, Rockstar.
 Side effects: elevated blood pressure and heart rate,
tremor, feeling bloated, diarrhea, cramping, dehydration,
and potential positive drug test.
 There is no regulatory control over energy drinks by the
Federal Drug Administration (FDA), thus their content and
purity cannot be insured. This may lead to adverse side
effects, potentially harmful interactions with prescription
and over-the counter medications
Energy Drinks- cont.
 Recommendations of the VHSL Sports Medicine
Committee:
● Energy drinks should not be used for hydration.
● Energy drinks should not be consumed by athletes
who are dehydrated.
● Energy drinks should not be consumed without prior
medical approval or by athletes taking prescription or
over-the-counter medications.
Nutritional Supplements
 The principle concern of nutritional supplement use is
safety. Just because you can buy them over-the-counter
at GNC and the labels read “all natural” does not mean
they are safe.
 Supplements are not considered drugs and therefore are
not regulated by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA).
There has been very little research on the potential side
effects and interactions of nutritional supplements.
Nutritional Supplements- cont.
 Before any nutritional supplement is taken you should
answer these questions:
● Is it safe?
● Is it legal?
● Is it effective?
● Is it tested?
 Although research suggests that some nutritional
supplements may enhance physical performance, such
supplementation should only compliment a well-balanced
healthy diet, not substitute for one. Buyers beware?
Athletic Training Webpage
 Please visit the Athletic Training webpage on the
Woodgrove High School Athletics website for additional
information on:
● Concussions
● MRSA
● Anabolic Steroids
● Energy Drinks
● Nutritional Supplements
 Look for the Wolverine Sports Medicine Newsletter on
the Woodgrove Weekly email for the latest information on
various sports related injuries, fitness and nutrition.
Questions ?