Athletic Training
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- Category: Athletic Training
- Published on Friday, 13 June 2008 00:01
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Purpose:
The purpose of this statement is to develop and sustain our purpose and mission in the Athletic Training Department at Georgia Southern University. In accordance with the laws of the state of Georgia governing the practice of athletic trainer and the Code of Professional Practice and Standards of Practice of the National Athletic Trainers Association, the Athletic Training Department is responsible for providing quality health care for all student-athletes in the most efficient and beneficial manner possible. This will be accomplished by:
Respecting the dignity of each individual student-athlete and recognizing differences in gender, race, and cultural background.
Maintaining the confidentiality of both written and verbal information obtained from the athlete.
Being cognizant of the “total” athlete, including his/her emotional, mental, and physical needs.
Thoroughly and competently evaluating each injured athlete in accordance with the laws of the state of Georgia governing the practice of athletic training and the Standards of Practice of the NATA, referring the athlete to the designated physician when deemed essential and necessary.
Staffing the athletic training complex during posted hours.
Accurately and regularly documenting each injured athlete’s progress and care following athletic training department policies and procedures.
Encouraging and contributing to an atmosphere of mutual cooperation, respect and support with the attending physician(s) of the athlete, the athletic coaching staff, the athletic and university administration, and other university departments.
Service:
The Athletic Training Department at Georgia Southern University is solely responsible for the delivery of health care to all student-athletes participating in Georgia Southern University intercollegiate programs. This health care includes:
- The prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses sustained during practice or competition.
- Organization and administration of Georgia Southern University’s Department of Athletics health care delivery system.
- Education and counseling of student-athletes, parents, and coaches.
Athletic Training - Camp Info
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- Category: Athletic Training
- Published on Wednesday, 25 April 2012 14:52
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Standard Release Form for Minors 2012
Georgia Southern University Athletic Training requires all campers participating in GSU Coaches' camps to provide the following in order to participate in camp:
- A copy of the front and back of a valid, current medical insurance card
- Signed Standard Camp Release form (above) by parent/guardian if under the age of 18 years old. If 18 years old or older, you will be permitted to sign the form yourself.
- A copy of the most recent physical signed by a physician. This physical must be within 1 year of the start date of camp. Physicals are only required for campers 12 years of age and older.
These forms must be submitted upon time of registration. If at any time/circumstance paperwork is going to be faxed to a GSU facility, the camper will NOT be permitted to participate in the camp until all the required paperwork has been obtained by the athletic trainer.
Camp Policies:
ALL PAPERWORK PROVIDED UPON REGISTRATION (LISTED ABOVE) WILL BE IN THE POSSESSION OF THE ATHLETIC TRAINER UNTIL THE CAMP HAS CONCLUDED. IF A PARENT/GUARDIAN/CAMPER WOULD LIKE THEIR INFORMATION RETURNED PLEASE LET THE ATHELTIC TRAINER KNOW UPON REGISTRATION.
Each camp will employee a GSU Certified Athletic Trainer for the duration of the camp. The athletic trainer assigned to the camp will be in charge of any and all medical situations/emergencies that may or may not arise during the duration of camp. The camp coordinator will be provided a cell phone number to reach the athletic trainer at any hour should an injury/illness arise at any time. The athletic trainer will be present for all practices/sessions of each camp. All hydration materials/needs will be provided by the athletic training department.
It is the policy of the athletic training department that campers wanting to be taped up for camp practices/sessions must provide their own materials. If a camper sustains an injury that requires taping during a GSU Coaches' camp, GSU athletic trainer will provide the materials to tape the athlete.
All injuries/illnesses will be reported to the GSU Coach and the parent/guardian of the camper will be notified once the camper has been treated.
Athletic Training - Facilities
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- Category: Athletic Training
- Published on Friday, 04 April 2008 00:24
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The GSU Sports Medicine Center underwent an impressive remodeling phase in 1998 within its Hanner Fieldhouse location and features state-of-the-art equipment for the treatment and rehabilitation of injuries.
The Georgia Southern Sports Medicine Department, under the direction of Brandy Petty oversees the medical needs for all 15 Eagle teams. Eleven certified athletic trainers work with athletes to prevent and rehabilitate injuries.
The facility incorporates the latest advances and resources in sports medicine technology, including a complete hydra-therapy area and a large collection of student-athlete treatment stations.
Athletic Training - Education
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- Category: Athletic Training
- Published on Friday, 13 June 2008 00:18
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Athletic Training - Forms
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- Category: Athletic Training
- Published on Wednesday, 25 April 2012 00:26
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Please be sure to read through these explanations thoroughly and familiarize yourselves with the athletic training policies and procedures at Georgia Southern University. Your signature at the end each document indicates that you have read and understood the information contained herein. A signature is required by the parent/guardian and student-athlete under the age of 18 for all forms.
- Athletic Training Policies and Procedures / Parent Letter: The purpose of this form supplies student-athletes and/or parent/guardian with thorough explanations of the policies and procedures of the Athletic Training department. Each student-athlete and parent/guardian must sign this form in order to participate in GSU athletics. The following information can be obtained in this form:
- Requirements for intercollegiate participation
- GSU's Financial Responsibility for injuries
- Policies for filing injury claims
- Parent/Student-Athlete Insurance Information Form: This form supplies GSU with your health insurance information. Please be certain to fill out each line of this form. If the information does not apply to you, please put an "N/A" on the line. Please remember to copy the front and back of your insurance card and affix it to the provided area on this form. Each student-athlete must sign this form in order to participate in GSU athletics.
- Medical History and Medical History Follow-Up Form: This form supplies GSU with your current medical history. Please fill out this form completely. Each student-athlete must sign this form in order to participate in GSU athletics.
- Assumption of Risk/Release Form: This form must be signed in order to participate, and by signing this form you indicate that you are aware of and accept the potential physical hazards of being a student-athlete. Each student-athlete must sign this form in order to participate in GSU athletics.
- ADD/ADHD Medication Exemption Information: This form provides explanation of the proper documentation required by the NCAA if the student-athlete is being treated by medication for ADD/ADHD. A FAQ and guidelines are provided for further explanation. GSU Athletic Training department has a form that will be need to be filled out and signed by the treating physician. This form must be submitted prior to participation with the following requirements:
- Brief summary of the comprehensive clinical evaluation used to diagnose this student athlete with ADD/ADHD and any supporting documentation.
- Please attach note-worthy alternative non-banned medications that have been tried or considered and why they were not utilized.
- Please attach any ADHD Rating Scale (ex. Connors, ASRS, CAARS) scores and report summaries.
- Follow-Up Medical Exemption Information: If GSU has already received initial documentation, the NCAA rules and regulations regarding ADD/ADHD medication requires a yearly follow-up examination. This form will need to be filled out and signed by the treating physician.
- Please attach a copy of the written prescription of the ADD/ADHD medication for our records.
- Please attach note-worthy alternative non-banned medications that have been tried or considered and why they were not utilized.
- Female Athlete Questionnaire: This form assists us in identifying concerns specific to female student-athletes. Each female student-athlete must sign this form in order to participate in GSU athletics.
- NCAA 2012 Banned Substance List
- NATA Website
- 2012 Standard Camp Release for Minors
