Athletic Training Information Bruton High School Athletic Training Information

Table of Contents Athletic Trainer – Chris Boop What is an Athletic Trainer? Hydration information Concussion information Other resources

Chris Boop, M.S., ATC, LAT Bruton ATC since 2010 2008 Graduate of Lock Haven University: B.S. in Health Science- Athletic Training; minor in Sports Psychology 2008 Auburn University: Internship 2010 Graduate of James Madison University: M.S. in Kinesiology – Exercise Science

What is an Athletic Trainer? Athletic training is recognized as an allied healthcare profession by the American Medical Association. Individuals working in this profession are called certified athletic trainers or ATCs. “Athletic training is practiced by athletic trainers (ATC), health care professionals, who collaborate with physicians to optimize activity and participation of patients and clients across age and care continuums. Athletic training encompasses the prevention, diagnosis, and intervention of emergency, acute and chronic medical conditions involving impairment, functional limitations, and disabilities. ATC’s work under the direction of physicians, as prescribed by state licensure statutes.”

Athletic Trainer’s role Athletic trainers specialize in the prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries to athletes and those engaged in physical activity. In high schools, ATCs serve as integral members of the health care team, offering injury prevention protocols, injury evaluation, emergency first aid, rehabilitation and reconditioning programs that allow for a safe return to participation.

Hydration Information Pre-exercise recommendations 2-3 hours before exercise: at least 20oz of water or sports drink. 15-20 minutes before exercise: 10oz of water During exercise Water or Water-down sports drink (Gatorade) is recommended

Nutrition Information Athlete’s should be eating healthy nutritious meals all week. Not just the day of a game. Athlete’s should also be eating 3 meals a day. Don’t skip breakfast!!! Avoid fast foods as often as possible. Meals heavy in carbohydrates is recommended 2-3 days before games. NO soda or carbonated beverages. Avoid excessive drinking of Gatorade or sports drinks. Save the Gatorade for game days. No Energy Drinks! (red bull, Amp, 5-Hour, etc) VHSL has banned all energy drinks for high school athletes.

Pre-game meal Pre-game meals should consist of higher carbohydrates or other easily digestible foods. Meal should be consumed 3-4 hours before the game.

Post Game meals Athlete’s should consume meals high in carbohydrates and protein following games. Protein shakes or Protein bars are NOT meals! If you choose to drink protein specific beverages, make sure you are also eating a solid meal!

Concussion Signs / Symptoms Symptoms of concussion usually fall into four categories:              Thinking/ Remembering Physical Emotional/ Mood Sleep Difficulty thinking clearly Headache Fuzzy or blurry vision Irritability Sleeping more than usual Feeling slowed down Nausea or vomiting (early on) Dizziness Sadness Sleep less than usual Difficulty concentrating Sensitivity to noise or light Balance problems More emotional Trouble falling asleep Difficulty remembering new information Feeling tired, having no energy Nervousness or anxiety  

Concussion Information All high impact / contact sports at Bruton High School take a pre-season baseline ImPACT test. Sports tested include…. Football, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Basketball (boys & girls), Wrestling, Soccer (boys & girls), Baseball and Softball.

Impact Test? ImPACT (Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing) is the first, most-widely used, and most scientifically validated computerized concussion evaluation system. ImPACT was developed to provide useful information to assist qualified practitioners in making sound return to play decisions following concussions.

What does Impact Test, Test? Attention span Working memory Sustained and selective attention time Response variability Non-verbal problem solving Reaction time

Other Resources… http://www.nata.org/position-statements http://www.vhsl.org/sportsmed http://www.cdc.gov/concussion/