What is Athletic Training?
“Athletic trainers (ATs) are healthcare professionals who collaborate with physicians. The services provided by ATs comprise prevention, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.” –NATA definition
Information About Athletic Training:
National Athletic Trainers Association- http://www.nata.org/
Facts about certified athletic trainers- http://www.nata.org/sites/default/files/AT_Facts.pdf
Going to college for AT?- http://caate.net/
Concussion Information
A concussion is an injury to the brain caused by either of the following:
· A direct blow to the head
· A blow to another part of the body where the force is transmitted to the head
Concussion symptoms can vary from mild to severe and most occur without loss of consciousness. All concussions are potentially serious and may result in complications including prolonged brain damage and death if not managed properly. If you, your coach, or you parent think you may have sustained a concussion, please see the athletic trainer or your medical provider promptly.
California Interscholastic Federation Bylaw 313 states:
“A student-athlete who is suspected of sustaining a concussion or head injury in a practice or game shall be removed from competition at that time and for the remainder of the day.”
and
“A student-athlete who has been removed may not return to play until the athlete is evaluated by a licensed heath care provider* trained in the evaluation and management of concussion and received written clearance to return to play from that health care provider”.
*As determined by the California Interscholastic Federation, a "licensed health care provider" includes a medical doctor or doctor of osteopathic medicine.
Resources:
Video for parents- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCCD52Pty4A
Video for athletes- http://brain101.orcasinc.com/5000/
Resource for Athletes, Parents, and Coaches- http://brain101.orcasinc.com/
Evidence-based concussion guidelines- https://www.aan.com/uploadedFiles/Website_Library_Assets/Documents/3Practice_Management/5Patient_Resources/1For_Your_Patient/6_Sports_Concussion_Toolkit/summary.pdf