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Athletic Injury/Illness Policy, Procedures & Resources


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Student-athletes must report all injuries/illnesses to their coach and the athletic trainers as soon as possible. The athletic trainer will evaluate each injury and determine the best course of action (return to practice/competition, rest, physician referral, etc.) for the health and well-being of the student-athlete. The athletic trainers will determine if and when the injured student-athlete may return to activity at any capacity (conditioning/practice/competition).

Student-athletes who seek the care of a physician (as recognized by the American Medical Association, an MD or DO) either by referral of the athletic trainers or at their parents’ preference, must provide written documentation from the physician stating their injury or illness status (see link below to Injury/Illness Referral Form). Student-athletes who do not submit documentation after receiving care from a physician will not be allowed to participate in any capacity until such note is received. Further, the Athletic Department, in consultation with the team physician, reserves the right to make an independent determination of a student’s fitness for participation and to prohibit a student from participating in sports if the student-athlete exhibits a dangerous or potentially dangerous medical, physical or psychological condition, irrespective of a physician’s certificate of fitness.

Injured student-athletes are still part of the team and are expected to attend practice unless given clearance by a coach, athletic trainer or physician. Maintaining a positive attitude and taking an interest in their injury rehabilitation will lead to a faster and safe return to activity. Student-athletes are expected to be accountable and punctual for their injury evaluation/treatments/rehabilitation (lunch time) and taping/bracing (immediately after school). Appropriate practice attire (no street clothes) will be designated according to their injury and limitations.

SHC Injury/Illness Physician Form

  • Should your child seek treatment (including visits to the ER, Urgent Care, Primary Care and/or Specialist) from a physician for injury, medical condition, or illness, they may only then be cleared by that physician via written clearance. 
  • Use the SHC Injury/Illness Physician Form and submit it to the Athletic Trainers, Mr. Melero at omelero@shcp.edu or Ms. Markbreiter at jmarkbreiter@shcp.edu in the Sports Medicine Department.  
  • The note should include the clearance date, participation status, return to play instructions and/or limitations.(
  • Please don't use this form for head injuries/concussions. Use the forms under those sections.


Club Sport Injuries

SHC school policy states that the Athletic Trainers cannot treat club sports athletic injuries. The Athletic Trainers request that student-athletes report all injuries for SHC records to keep our coaches aware of each student's health status. They can only consult and provide basic first aid for non-SHC athletic injuries. It is requested that parents update Magnus with any changes in medical history. 

Accident/First-Aid Report Form

The Accident and First-Aid Report is to be completed by coaches in case of injury or accident at practice or competition.


Concussions

For more information regarding concussions, please visit the CIF's website.


Sudden Cardiac Arrest and Automated External Defibrillators

For more information on sudden cardiac arrest and AEDs, please visit the CIF's website.

Heat Illness

Information for Visiting Teams

Most on-site athletic events will be covered by an athletic trainer and provided access to water and ice for injuries. These sports include: girls and boys volleyball, girls and boys basketball, football and wrestling. If you would like to arrange for treatment for a student-athlete, please contact Director of Sports Medicine & Head Athletic Trainer Mr. Oscar Melero ahead of time at 415.775.6626 ext. 788.

Due to the numerous off-campus sites for outdoor sports, an athletic trainer may not be present for all events. These sites have limited or no access to water or ice for injuries, so we strongly suggest visiting teams bring water, injury ice and a first aid kit. Again, if you would like to arrange for treatment for a student-athlete please contact Mr. Oscar Melero ahead of time.
 

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