Sports Medicine I

1. Sports Medicine I Instructor: D.C. “Doc” Andrews, ATC, LAT Head Athletic Trainer Sports Medicine Instructor

2. All About “Doc” • Born in Dothan, Alabama – July 5,1983 • Family lived in Enterprise, AL at the time • Enterprise is home of The Boll Weevil Monument • Move to Texas before second birthday • Raised in Mansfield, TX • Girls Basketball State Champs 1999-2002 • Became an ATS in January of 2000 • Graduated in 2002 from Mansfield High School (The only school at the time)

3. All About “Doc” (cont.) • Attended East Texas Baptist University • Meet my Beautiful wife Mrs. “Doc” before the first day of classes (Married June 25, 2005) • Studied for a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training • Graduated Thankthalorda on December 17, 2005

4. All About “Doc” (cont.) • Sitting for the State Test • Sat for the State Test for the first time May 2005 • Passed the Written • Failed the Practical • Sat for the Practical again in December of 2005 • Passed the Practical • February 17, 2006 – Officially was able to be know as a Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT) • AT3339 • One Test = $225 for both parts; $175 for one part

5. All About “Doc” (cont.) • Dallas Baptist University • January 2006 – Started at DBU as a Graduate Assistant in Athletic Training • Main Responsibilities included Tennis and Boy’s Basketball • Was only making $550 a month and could not live and support my wife on that kind of money • May 2006 – left DBU to find a high school job

6. All About “Doc” (cont.) • Ferris High School – July 2006-June 2008 • The first week of June 2006 signed on as the Head Athletic Trainer of Ferris ISD. • Worked through two head football coaches and two different Athletic Directors in two years. • Taught Physical Education for the high school (all four of the classes) • Responsible for all sports that went on at the high school

7. All About “Doc” (cont.) • Sitting for the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) Exam • Must graduate from an accredited curriculum based program to be eligible to sit for the exam • November 2005 – first time to take the exam (Kentucky) • Passed the Written Simulation • Failed the Practical and the written • April 2006 – Second time to take the exam (Texas State) • Failed both sections again • April 2007 – Third time to take the exam (Texas State) • Was Unable to sit for the written • Had to drive to San Marcus just to maintain eligibility • April 2008 – Fourth and final time to sit for the test (TCC North East) • Test changed to computer based • Passed all sections to be recognized as a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) • Certification Number: 050802045

8. All About “Doc” (cont.) • Alvarado High School: June 2008 - Present • Talked to Coach Dixon about Drug Testing Program in March 2008 while working at Ferris • Applied when the position became available in the first week of June 2008 • By the next Friday, had signed contracts to be the Head athletic Trainer for Alvarado ISD • Teach one class of each Sports Medicine I and II • Responsible for all sports in the district

9. What About YOU??? • Name • Grade • Where you are from • Extracurricular Activities • Why you chose to take Sports Medicine • Anything else that is interesting about you

10. Why Teach Sports Medicine? • Licensed Athletic Trainer by the State of Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers • Certified to teach Sports Medicine I and II by the Texas State Athletic Trainers’ Association (TSATA) and TEA • Will be able to teach my ATS in a more formal setting • Will have more time to teach my ATS on the basics of Athletic Training Profession • To offer the opportunity for others to learn about a part of the medical profession

11. Supplies • 1.5 – 2 inch Binder • Dividers • Notes • Journal • Daily Work/Chapter Reviews • Quizzes and Tests • Pen (Black or Blue ink) • Notebook paper • We will have notebook tests!!! (2 every six weeks) Doc’s class Supply list SM 1 & 2

12. Class Expectations • Punctuality • Be on TIME • Preparedness • Have your SUPPLIES • Performance • Do ALL assignments • Prudence • Self-discipline • Prestige • Leave your Mark

13. Class Books • Athletic Training for Student Assistants • Essential of Athletic Injury Management, 7th ed. • Concepts of Athletic Training, 5th ed.

14. Morning Treatments 4 every six weeks (test grade) 7AM – 8AM Monday-Friday Games 2 every six weeks (test grade) Check in with me at the game or with the sign in sheet so that I know you were in attendance Must turn in notes from the game Will be used in last six weeks for paper Outside of Class Work

15. Athletic Trainers -NOT “Trainers” Comparison of: Certified Athletic Trainers To Personal Trainers By The NATA

16. Certified Athletic Trainer- An athletic trainer is a person who meets the qualifications set by a state licensure and/or the Board of Certification, Inc. and practices athletic training under the direction of a physician. Personal Trainer- A personal trainer is a person who prescribes, monitors and changes an individual’s specific exercise program in a fitness or sports setting. Definitions

17. Certified Athletic Trainers: Must have at least a bachelor’s degree in athletic training, which is an allied health profession Must pass a comprehensive exam before earning the ATC credential Must keep their knowledge and skills current by participating in continuing education Must adhere to standards of professional practice set by one national certifying agency Personal trainers: May or may not have higher education in health sciences May or may not be required to obtain certification May or may not participate in continuing education May become certified by any one of numerous organizations that set varying education and practice requirements Athletic Trainers - NOT “Trainers”

18. ATC Daily Duties: Provide physical medicine and rehabilitation services Prevent, diagnose, treat and rehabilitate injuries (acute and chronic) Coordinate care with physicians and other allied health professionals Work in schools, colleges, professional sports, clinics, hospitals, corporations, industry, military, performing arts Personal Trainer Daily Duties: Assess fitness needs and design appropriate exercise regimens Work with clients to achieve fitness goals Help educate the public about the importance of physical activity Work in health clubs, wellness centers and various other locations where fitness activities take place Athletic Trainers - NOT “Trainers”

19. The FACTS about Athletic Trainers From the National Athletic Trainers’ Association

20. The FACTS 1-3 • 1. FACT: ATs know and practice health care at the highest professional, ethical and quality standards in order to protect the public • 2. FACT: ATs are regulated and licensed health care workers. • 3. FACT: More than 50% of ATs work outside of school settings; they provide services to people of all ages.

21. The FACTS 4-6 • 4. FACT: ATs improve patient functional and physical outcomes. • 5. FACT: ATs Specialize in patient education to prevent injury and re-injury and reduce rehabilitation and other health costs. • 6. FACT: ATs provide the same or better outcomes in clinical settings as other providers.

22. The FACTS 7-9 • 7. FACT: ATs work in rural and medically underserved areas with people of all ages. • 8. FACT: ATs are well-known, recognized, qualified health care professionals. • 9. FACT: ATs hve designated CPT/UB Codes • CPT Codes – Current Procedural Terminology Codes • UB Codes – Uniform Billing Codes

23. The FACTS 10-11 • 10. FACT: CPT and UB codes are not provider specific. • 11. FACT: ATs have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. ATs are health care professionals similar to physical, occupational, speech language and other therapists.

24. Basic and Applied Sciences: Human Anatomy Human Physiology Biology Statistics and Research Design Exercise Physiology Kinesiology/Biomechanics Chemistry* Physics* *Recommended but may not be required by some Athletic Training Education Programs Professional Content: Risk Management and Injury Prevention Pathology of Injuries and Illnesses Orthopedic Clinical Examination and Diagnosis Medical Conditions and Disabilities Acute Care of Injuries and Illnesses Therapeutic Modalities Conditioning, Rehabilitative Exercise and Referral Pharmacology Psychosocial Intervention ad Referral Nutritional Aspects of Injuries and Illness Health Care Administration The FACTS - 12: Education

25. The FACTS 13-15 • 13. FACT: Nearly 70% of ATs have a master’s or doctoral degree. • 14. FACT: An independent national board certifies ATs. • 15. FACT: The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) represents 30,000 members.