Athletic Training & Sports Medicine

If a previously tested athlete of Central York receives a concussion while participating in an activity outside of the school sanctioned sports, the athlete must be managed by a physician of his/her choice for the injury. Central York School District will not be responsible for anything other than providing baseline test restults. The athlete must be monitored and cleared by a physician for return to all activity. Once the athlete is cleared by a physician a note should be submitted to the athletic trainer and school nurse for placement in the athlete’s file for future reference.


	ImPACT Testing Policy

Each student in grades 7-12 participating in a sport will be baseline tested in case of a concussion. Ideally baselines will be conducted in 7th, 9th and 11th grade and/or their first season of participation. The ImPACT program is a computerized concussion program that allows the student athlete to pre-test for a baseline score. If the athlete receives a concussion, along with signs and symptoms that they are experiencing, they are post tested to make sure when it is safe to return to activity. These tests can then be monitored by a neurologist and/or your physician. Please make sure that your student athlete reports any head injury to the athletic trainer. All athletes diagnosed with a concussion must be symptom free, pass exertion tests, ImPACT testing and be cleared by a medical provider before return to play.

Some of the signs and symptoms to look for include: dizziness, nausea, headaches, confusion, drowsiness, sleeping more than usual, balance problems, sensitivity to light and noise, problems concentrating, visual problems.

If a student receives a head injury, this could affect not only their sports participation but also their academic success. Please make sure that they notify all of their teachers and school nurse. See physician policy for information regarding physician notes..


	Physician Policies

Any student who is injured during their sport season needs to see the athletic trainer. This person is the first person in the medical chain in caring for injured athletes. If this step is not taken, the school athletic insurance may not take effect. The athletic trainer is qualified to evaluate, treat, rehabilitate, and help prevent injuries. They can also help with referrals to a physician if one is deemed necessary. Any athlete who does see a physician, must have the appropriate documentation from the physician in order to return to any activity. This paperwork must be given to the certified athletic trainer. This is a reminder that any student who uses an inhaler should have that with them at every practice and contest. This is an important medicine that is not stocked on a general basis and should not be shared.

All student-athletes are REQUIRED to bring a note to return to participation. The note MUST be given to the Athletic Trainer prior to practice/games.


	Facts & News

Did you know that chocolate milk is a great recovery beverage after exercise?

The protein and carbohydrate formula refuels the body as a healthy snack. The idea is to have 50 grams of carbohydrates within 15 minutes of activity to replete muscle and liver glycogen stores.

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