David Smith MS ATC Sports Medicine 1

 Encompasses a wide variety of areas of sports related to performance and injury  Athletic Training  Biomechanics  Exercise Physiology  Massage Therapist  Physical Therapy  Sports Nutrition  Sports Psychology  Physician (Surgical and Non-Surgical)

 Specific to the prevention, treatment, evaluation and rehabilitation of injuries

 Primary Sports Medicine Team  Athletic Trainer  Athlete  Coach  Physician  Parent The athlete is the main concern!! They often get caught in the middle Communication is Key!! It is the most important aspect of the Team

 Athletic Trainer  Most intimately involved with the athlete  Deals with the athlete from initial injury to return to play (1 Day-12 Months)  Roles are:  Prevention  Evaluate  Treat  Rehab  Administration  Counseling and Guidance  Professional Development

 Athlete  Do what is asked of you  Work Hard  Show up everyday  Have a good attitude (Be Positive)  Be Respectful of everyone

 Coach  Is directly responsible for preventing injuries  Teach proper form and technique  Must be 1 st aid and CPR certified  Be aware of environmental factors  A COACH SHOULD COACH and let the ATHLETIC TRAINER DO THEIR JOB, have RESPECT for each other!!

 Physician  Ultimately responsible for directing the overall health of the athletes  Athletic Trainer works under the Physician’s supervision  Physician should be an advisor and supervisor to the ATC and the Coach.  They have the final say regarding an injury!!

 Physician Continued  Compile Medical Histories, Physicals  Diagnose Injuries  Determine playing status or disqualification  Attend games when possible

 Physical Therapist  Physician Assistant  Massage Therapist  Chiropractor  Nurses  Dentist  Podiatrist  Pediatrician  Neurologist  Hematologist  Acupuncturist  Oriental Medicine  Naturopaths  Strength Coach  MORE ?????