Beat the Heat:
Learn the Signs of Heat Illness and Heat Stroke
The National Athletic Trainers’ Association states, “According to the CDC, heat illness during practice or competition is the leading cause of death among U.S. high school athletes. Summer’s high temperatures put patients at increased risk for heat illness. There are several types of heat illness ranging in severity. Although heat illness can be fatal, death is preventable if quickly recognized and properly treated.”
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for a comprehensive guide that discusses the signs and symptoms of heat illness and heat stroke, the link between hydration and heat illness and safety tips to stay cool when the temperature spikes.
If your athlete is experiencing signs and symptoms of serious heat illness, remove them from participation and seek medical attention as quickly as possible.
Sources:
National Athletic Trainers' Association
Orthopedic ONE Clinic Hours
- While our regular clinic hours continue to be on hold, Orthopedic ONE’s Athletic Trainers and Sports Medicine team continue to be available 7 days a week to help discuss and triage your injury or ailment needs.
We can easily be reached through our Sports Medicine Hotline at 614-827-8210. Our Athletic Trainers can provide free virtual (video) visits to assess your injury/nagging pain. This is a great resource while we are all practicing social distancing, but find ourselves with the need to exercise for physical and mental health. In the event that you need to see a physician, we remain open to serve you.