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Athletics » Athletic Training » Important Issues in Training
Dan Peeters • Director of Athletics • Contact Dan Peeters
805.967.1266 x 113
• Injury Care
It is important to focus on treating athletic related injuries especially during the first 24 hours. This includes lots of rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE). Following up with the school's ATC after any injury, even very minor injuries, will help decrease pain as well as time spent on the sidelines. Check out Common Injuries to Muscles and Joints for more information.
• Heat Illnesses
Although we live in a fairly temperate environment, heat illnesses include heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke can still be a problem when we experience hot weather. Recognizing signs and symptoms of heat illness and taking prompt and appropriate action is essential in avoiding serious health consequences.
• Nutritional and Ergogenic Supplements
It is strongly advised that student athletes consult with their family physician and ATC prior to taking supplements of any type. Special concern should be taken when considering supplements containing ephedra or ephedrine alkaloids, ephedrine and synthetic ephedrine as products containing these substances have been linked to severe health risks and death. Sports drinks, energy drinks and supplements containing creatine or excessive amounts of caffeine may also be potentially harmful to the high school age athlete.
It is prohibited to possess and/or consume any performance-enhancing, energy or dietary product containing any form of ephedra during school hours and activities. It is also recommended that student athletes not participate in activities while under the influence of ephedra or any substance that chemically impacts cardiac output.
• Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders are very complicated problems that plague both males and females. Provided is a great article to read about this issue. Please contact your Bishop Diego ATC for counseling or further information.
• Asthma
Asthma is a condition that impacts the respiratory system of many high school students. When managed properly and depending on the severity, asthma may have very little impact on the student’s ability to participate in athletics. It is essential that when a physician has prescribed a medication, that information be provided to the school regarding the use of inhalers during school and athletic events. It is also important that athletes follow the dosage recommendations prescribed by the physician during athletic participation. Misuse of any prescription medication may cause disqualification from athletic participation. When prescribed, the inhaler MUST be present at all practices and contests.
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