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SPORTS INJURIES
Athletes, remember to get in shape BEFORE practice begiins.
CONDITION, STRETCH and STRENGTHEN!
Do not expect hell week to get you into shape for your sport. Starting a sport without conditioning prior to the first practice will increase your chance of injury. Also, remember to get plenty of rest and eat a balanced diet. Please see the Athletic Trainer if you have any questions about the types of activities that can help you prepare for your sport.
Injuries in Athletics
If you think you have sustained an injury during any practice or game, you must notify the Athletic Trainer or the School Nurse as soon as possible. Follow PRICE for acute injury management. Seek medical attention if needed.
P Protect the area from further injury.
R Rest! Do not walk it out, this usually makes things worse.
I ICE (not heat) for the first 72 hours after injury
C Compression - using an ACE wrap or compression bandage will help to keep inflammation in control
E Elevate the injured limb to help control inflammation
Insurance - MVRHS provides accident insurance for covered expenses for all enrolled students while at school, traveling to/from school, and at school-sponsored activities. In the event of injury to your child, please report the injury as soon as possible to the school nurse or athletic trainer. The school nurse or athletic trainer will provide you with the claim forms and information needed.
Overuse INJURIES
Overuse injuries are common in high school sports. Beginning a sport without conditioning, changes in training intensity, surface and or duration, fatigue, changing sports, ill fitting equipment, muscle imbalance, and new/old shoes are things that can cause overuse injuries. Apophysitis (Injury to the Growth Plate), Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (Shin Splints), Osgood Schlatters Disease, Stress Fractures, and Tendonitis are some common overuse injuries. It is important to see the athletic trainer as soon as you start feeling any pain. Do not run through it or walk it off as this will make the condition worse, which will increase healing time and time away from your sport.
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