Communication
How do I schedule rehab?
Where will that schedule/ appointment be reflected?
Text or talk in person with Mandy. It will reflect on your outlook calendar.
*Scheduling doctors visits
How many hours a night should you be sleeping?
8 hours
*Avoid blue light (TV computer, cell phone) prior to bed. DND mode.
What condition/ injury can cause headaches, nausea, dizziness, blurred vision, sensitivity to light/ noise, confusion?
Double points if you can tell me ALL 3 MOIs.
Concussion.
1. Impact
2. Whiplash
3. Blast sound (like a nearby bomb)
How do I schedule an appointment with Blake or Molly?
Talk to Mandy. She can schedule you through the scheduling app. A calendar invite will be sent via outlook. After your initial appointment, you can email Blake and Molly directly.
What time should you arrive to treatment? What should you do if you are running late?
5 minutes early. Text Mandy if you are running late.
Tardiness without communicates results in an infraction.
*Taping
Who is responsible for knowing and upholding limitations?
YOU are responsible for knowing and upholding limitations. The coaches receive a daily IR but you are responsible for your own limitations.
What are 3 examples of recovery and injury prevention?
Adequate sleep, hydration, fueling, foam rolling, intermittent compression boots, stretching, stress management.
Health center: mediation rooms/ sessions; Massage chairs (M-F, 8am-5pm) call 410-704-2512 to schedule
Schedule with Blake for mental health, mental performance, and stress management.
Schedule with Molly for nutrition/ fueling/ hydration help.
What disorder are all student-athletes required to be tested for prior to athletic performance?
Sickle Cell. SCD or SCT.
What is the difference between mental health and mental performance?
Mental Health: More traditional talk counseling.
Mental Performance: Help with performance related anxiety and mental blocks.
*Do you have anxiety on bars? Is that anxiety only on bars or is it following you home and affecting your school/ daily life?
T/F I can do treatment on myself and/or my teammates if I know what I am doing
False. No Self Treatments or treatments on a teammate.
When am I REQUIRED to report an injury/ illness?
Within 24 hours. Failure to report an injury within 24 hours can result in financial responsibility.
What are 3 impacts on athletic performance that can be caused by substance abuse?
Double points: How long can the effects last after using drugs?
Impairs skills requiring hand-eye coordination with fast rx.
Decreased strength and endurance
fatigue
reduced motor coordination
respiratory infections, anxiety, panic attacks, psychosis.
Increased fall risk
Lasts 24-36 hours
What is the TUSM Chaperone Policy?
All patients are entitled to have a chaperone or observer present for any consultation, examination or procedure according to their wishes. Chaperones are not required for all clinical examinations.
*New policy this year with medical appointments.
How many meals should you eat per day (meals plus snacks)? You should eat every _ hours.
3 meals plus 2 snacks. eat every 4 hours
What are 3 examples of inappropriate language/ communication in the athletic training room
swearing, talking poorly about teammates/ coaches/ doctors/ other staff, the phrase "Deez Nuts", negative self-talk, racism
Where should I send my bills and EOB that I get if Towson is paying for it and what format do they need to be in?
EMAIL them to Mandy in a PDF FORMAT
When do you get drug tested?
What happens if you are late or miss your drug test appointment?
At incoming physicals, at random, and upon suspicion.
If you are late it does count as a POSITIVE TEST
What is the goal of sports performance (weight training/ conditioning)?
Injury prevention, performance enhancement, total wellbeing
How soon after practice/ meets should you have your recovery meal? What should it consist of?
30 minutes to 1 hour following practice/ comp. focus on carbs, protein, fruits/ veggies with fluids.
What should you wear to treatment/ rehab?
Where can I put my belongings during treatment?
Typically practice clothes. A sports bra/ tank top and shorts depending on the injury.
*Shoes
Belongings go in the cubbies.
*Chiro appointments: spandex/ biker shorts and a T Shirt.
What medical bills are covered by TUSM vs covered by the student-athlete?
TUSM: injuries that occur during CARA hours
SA: injuries outside of CARA hours, illnesses, and pre-existing conditions.
*Expired or lack of insurance
What does TIGERS nutrition stand for?
Training
Improving your plate
Grow
Energize
Recover
Sleep
What is the method of training used early on to build up a tolerance to the heat during training?
Double points: How is a temperature measured to determine if heat stroke is present?
Heat acclimatization
Measured by rectal thermometer
How soon before a meet should you eat a larger meal compared to a smaller snack?
Double points: What should your large meal consist of compared to the snack?
Large meal 3-4 hours prior to competition. Snack 30 minutes - 1 hour prior.
Large meal: lean protein, carbs, fruit, vegies, and fluids
Snack: Quick Carbs and fluids. Think fruit cups/ applesauce, raisins, chews, fig newtons, and salty snacks.
What is the phone policy in the ATR?
No phones except to be used as a timer or while on gameready. No photos, videos, or social media in the ATR.