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A New Approach to Athletic Training in Southern Wisconsin High Schools
The Physician and Sportsmedicine
|July 17, 2016
Summary
Wisconsin high schools show poor organization of athletic medical coverage. An outreach program provides certified athletic trainers to improve sports injury care and athlete safety in underserved schools.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Public Health
- Athletic Training
Background:
- Medical coverage for high school athletes is crucial for injury prevention and management.
- Existing medical coverage in Wisconsin high schools was found to be inadequately organized and supervised.
- Lack of structured medical support poses risks to athlete health and safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the current state of medical coverage in Wisconsin high schools.
- To identify deficiencies in the organization and provision of care for sports injuries.
- To introduce and evaluate an outreach program aimed at enhancing athletic medical services.
Main Methods:
- Surveyed a random sample of 50% of Wisconsin high schools across three classes.
- Collected data on the organization of medical coverage, first aid, and follow-up care for sports injuries.
- Implemented an outreach program involving athletic trainer visits, educational sessions, and event coverage for contracting schools.
Main Results:
- The survey revealed significant shortcomings in the organization and supervision of medical coverage for athletes.
- The outreach program successfully provided certified athletic trainer services to 19 participating schools.
- Educational programs were delivered to coaches, athletes, and parents, enhancing sports medicine knowledge.
Conclusions:
- There is a critical need for improved medical coverage and athletic training services in high schools.
- Outreach programs can effectively extend the reach of sports medicine expertise to schools lacking resources.
- The University Hospital Sports Medicine and Fitness Center's program demonstrates a viable model for enhancing athlete care.
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