Preparing my WISE project is a handfull, but looking back over the past 16 weeks it's been quite a ride. As I re-visit Ms.Bryant everyday this week to discuss my plans, I feel the end coming up quickly. The other day I went to Kim's for the last time to practice my shin splint taping, and mastered that real quickly. Writing notecards, after notecard looking back on my project I wouldn't of wanted it any other way. I want to give a shoutout to all my true followers, who stuck with me through the thick and thin of my blogging experience! I know that Athletic Training will be a huge part of my future, and I'm so happy and lucky to have started my future endeavours earlier in my life than others. Now all I have to do is plan, and nail my presentation.
Monday 9 AM in K-2 See yaaa there!
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
One of the last Mentor Meetings:(
About 5 minutes ago I met with Janie B for a good ole' mentor meeting. Today is the last Tuesday of my high school career.....scary I know. Today we sat down and chatted about our weekends because her daughter had a baby! Yes of course I had to look at pictures of that cute little girl!!
Anyways, we ran over my presentation outline and made a more final copy for me to work on later tonight. Ms.Bryant added great detail for me to use, and elaborate on in my project. Although, we still have a lot to talk about and we only brushed over some of the topics on my powerpoint presentation. I promised tomorrow or the next day I will be stopping in, and we will be going over more of the specifics of what I want to include on each slide. I know I don't want to include too much information on each slide, because then it will become boring. Ms.Bryant suggested that having small pieces of relevant information to get the audience hooked is enough, then I will fill in the gaps by talking about the info myself.
Tonight I am evaluating Justin's project and I'm extremely excited to see what he has in store, and to gain ideas from his presentation to use in mine!
Anyways, we ran over my presentation outline and made a more final copy for me to work on later tonight. Ms.Bryant added great detail for me to use, and elaborate on in my project. Although, we still have a lot to talk about and we only brushed over some of the topics on my powerpoint presentation. I promised tomorrow or the next day I will be stopping in, and we will be going over more of the specifics of what I want to include on each slide. I know I don't want to include too much information on each slide, because then it will become boring. Ms.Bryant suggested that having small pieces of relevant information to get the audience hooked is enough, then I will fill in the gaps by talking about the info myself.
Tonight I am evaluating Justin's project and I'm extremely excited to see what he has in store, and to gain ideas from his presentation to use in mine!
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Finishing up
Today I have been spending my day dedicated to WISE, nothing can be better! As my due date for documents are approaching, aka tomorrow, I'm finishing up my last touches on my narrative, bibliography, and research commentary. Yes, I am feeling extremely stressed out on getting the e-mails to my evaluators out tomorrow. Yes, I am flipping out about printing my WISE blog filled with wonderful information. So all the your questions are answered, there ya have it.
In other news, Ms.Bryant wasn't at school on Friday so we couldn't have a meeting, but I plan on meeting with her at least twice this week to finish up plans for my presentation. I still have a lot to do, and consult with her, so hopefully she will have great info for me, which I'm sure she will.
Another round of research will be coming later today, and it will most likely be the last! get excited!!!!!!!
In other news, Ms.Bryant wasn't at school on Friday so we couldn't have a meeting, but I plan on meeting with her at least twice this week to finish up plans for my presentation. I still have a lot to do, and consult with her, so hopefully she will have great info for me, which I'm sure she will.
Another round of research will be coming later today, and it will most likely be the last! get excited!!!!!!!
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Last Class....time is runnin' down
On Tuesday after our day off, I woke up for the last time in my high school for first period.....It was a bittersweet ending to a great year of WISE, but emotions of moving on definitely surrounded all of the students in the class. We discussed the usual topics, deadlines, dates, and so forth. We also talked about the sample presentation that Carrie had completed. My classmates and I provided Ms. G with pro's and con's of the presentation, and compiled a great list. Most of the feedback I had already mentioned in my previous blog post, so I was ahead of the game! We moved on to talking about student evaluators, community evaluators (making sure you have one), and of course the final write-up pieces. For myself, my papers are due on Monday, great timing because its senior skip day...but oh well. I find myself at this point in a scramble, but in the end I will without a doubt pull it off. It was once said, "life without WISE class in the morning is like peanut butter without jelly." JK they didn't say that, I made it up, but what I'm trying to get at is I'm going to miss it!
On another note, I am sorry for the lack of posts this week. It has been filled with the senior week extravaganza's, and tiredness.
On Tuesday I was planning on attending the baseball with Kim, but at the last minute we found it was moved to IC. That was disappointing, but I thought why not just stick with Kim the rest of the day. On Tuesday, it was about 90 degrees outside, and 15 degrees hotter on the turf. In fact, Kim made me check the "real temperature" which indicates the heat increase on a sporting field. She then began to tell me how important it is to know this number, and tend to the athletes if it's a scorching hot day. So that we did, Kim and another helper were filling water bottles, and large amounts of coolers to bring out to the track. As for me, I was busy ripping towels to make cold towels in a cooler, a special treat from Kim to the lacrosse players. We then ventured out to the track and set up a water station filled with gatorade, water coolers, and cold towels. The small amount of runners still competing enjoyed the water and often drenched themselves, bolted back on the track, and continued their workout. The one thing that Kim loves the most about her job, is appreciation, and the lacrosse boys sure gave it to her. The cold towels caught on like rapid fire, and many of the athletes were playing with them on their necks all of practice. "Little things like that, can just make me so happy", Kim expressed to me the factor of athlete appreciation. She also told me the importance of hydration, and especially to maintain a good source of water before, and after athletic play. Small pieces of advice like these, can contribute to so much more in my future, and I truly cherish Kim's words.
On another note, I am sorry for the lack of posts this week. It has been filled with the senior week extravaganza's, and tiredness.
On Tuesday I was planning on attending the baseball with Kim, but at the last minute we found it was moved to IC. That was disappointing, but I thought why not just stick with Kim the rest of the day. On Tuesday, it was about 90 degrees outside, and 15 degrees hotter on the turf. In fact, Kim made me check the "real temperature" which indicates the heat increase on a sporting field. She then began to tell me how important it is to know this number, and tend to the athletes if it's a scorching hot day. So that we did, Kim and another helper were filling water bottles, and large amounts of coolers to bring out to the track. As for me, I was busy ripping towels to make cold towels in a cooler, a special treat from Kim to the lacrosse players. We then ventured out to the track and set up a water station filled with gatorade, water coolers, and cold towels. The small amount of runners still competing enjoyed the water and often drenched themselves, bolted back on the track, and continued their workout. The one thing that Kim loves the most about her job, is appreciation, and the lacrosse boys sure gave it to her. The cold towels caught on like rapid fire, and many of the athletes were playing with them on their necks all of practice. "Little things like that, can just make me so happy", Kim expressed to me the factor of athlete appreciation. She also told me the importance of hydration, and especially to maintain a good source of water before, and after athletic play. Small pieces of advice like these, can contribute to so much more in my future, and I truly cherish Kim's words.
Monday, May 30, 2011
Nerves are Kickin'
After Thursday, I've been waking up a little shaky, and anxiety fills my body. As many of you know, Thursday was the sample presentation for us WISE students. As students, parents, and friends piled into York Lecture Hall, the stage was set. The WISE teachers began to explain how the process works, and broke it down so we could all understand it. I really didn't have a clue how this was going to go, and how Carrie's presentation was going to be delivered. I was extremely surprised of how well everything went, besides having no previous knowledge of her topic, her presentation was very well done. She was mixing up the crowd, and cracking jokes left and right. As I was leaving, I could hear the chatter of fellow classmates talking about how much work they still have left to do....Not even going to lie, I am in the same boat as those people. Carrie definitely set the bar very high for the upcoming presentations, and gave a lot of people massive amounts of nerves. After watching her presentation, it gave me more of an idea of how my presentation would be planned out. Of course I was taking notes, and wrote down the things I liked in Carrie's work, especially the audience participation. From now on, I've been trying to ignore the sunshine, and buckle down with my WISE work...
Thursday, May 26, 2011
....forgot something
Oh and tonight Carrie will be presenting her sample presentation, and I am looking forward to this greatly. It will give me a great idea of what I need to work on, and complete for my presentation. I believe Mrs.Bryant will be there, and helping me take notes. I'm very interested on how this process will work, we've been hearing about it all year, but it will be nice to finally experience part of it. I will be back later to reflect!!!!!!!
For now, I will be leaving you with a nice picture that describes how I'm feeling at the moment.
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For now, I will be leaving you with a nice picture that describes how I'm feeling at the moment.
Busy Week
This week has been hectic with writing papers, researching, and trying to attend the last sporting events at Ithaca High School for the spring season. Deadlines are approaching, and yes I am flipping out......Blogging is probably a good outlet for me to lay it all out there though, which I plan to do.
On Wednesday I had a mentor meeting with Janie in her office. Tuesday night I had worked up a rough outline of how I want my presentation to go, and some of the minor details I will be sharing with my audience. This consisted of first introducing what I set out to accomplish, then giving a detailed explanation of the profession of Athletic Training. Although this particular blog post I wasn't planning on explaining my whole outline, I will promise to do so on the next one. What I really wanted to say about my mentor meeting was that Mrs. Bryant was extremely helpful in adding specifics that I could add to my presentation. She thought what I had produced could make for an excellent final project. The only thing I'm worried about is making it last 30 minutes, which I'm sure many other people are worried about. I plan on running through my material and testing it out, once I make the powerpoint presentation.
Here we goooo, yesterday I zoomed down to Kim's office around 540 to see the pre-game preparation for the Boys Lacrosse game. This was a big game for them, being their sectional game, it was do or die. Before the game, players trickled in wanting specific tape jobs. These ranged from ankle (high ankle), wrist, fingers, and knees. We then made our way onto the field about an hour early, of course ridin' durty in the golf cart. We then set up water bottles filled with water, and gatorade to fill the benches. After about 20 minutes of warming up, Kim and I took refuge by standing on the bleachers right behind the team the entire game. Now this was new to me, having a benchside view for a Lacrosse game was quite a thrill. It really gives you an up close personal perspective into coaches, and of course the players. As far as injuries go, some players needed more tape for their sticks, and many needed re-taping for their ankle for more support. Kim had a handy fanny-pack whcih she would furiously whip out whenever a player asked. The team was extremely respectful to her, and she mentioned this particular team was a pleasure to work with. Their was a sign of blood when I player sprinted over to Kim for help. He had cut his knee open and was dripping blood, Kim first wrapped the wound up with pre-wrap and tape, to stop the bleeding. She next cleaned the blood with a guaze pad, and off the player went back into the game. This all happened within 7 minutes. The game was a tight one, going back, and forth all night. Finally, the pulled it off with a big W (win), and celebrated to this fashion. After the game we drove back to the training room, and unloaded the cart and called it a night.
These live experiences really give me a great idea of what I will be getting into next year, and so far, I love it.
Kim said the very last sporting event will be next Tuesday, a baseball game, which she said are very easy....I will surely be in attendance, and as always, takin' notes.
On Wednesday I had a mentor meeting with Janie in her office. Tuesday night I had worked up a rough outline of how I want my presentation to go, and some of the minor details I will be sharing with my audience. This consisted of first introducing what I set out to accomplish, then giving a detailed explanation of the profession of Athletic Training. Although this particular blog post I wasn't planning on explaining my whole outline, I will promise to do so on the next one. What I really wanted to say about my mentor meeting was that Mrs. Bryant was extremely helpful in adding specifics that I could add to my presentation. She thought what I had produced could make for an excellent final project. The only thing I'm worried about is making it last 30 minutes, which I'm sure many other people are worried about. I plan on running through my material and testing it out, once I make the powerpoint presentation.
Here we goooo, yesterday I zoomed down to Kim's office around 540 to see the pre-game preparation for the Boys Lacrosse game. This was a big game for them, being their sectional game, it was do or die. Before the game, players trickled in wanting specific tape jobs. These ranged from ankle (high ankle), wrist, fingers, and knees. We then made our way onto the field about an hour early, of course ridin' durty in the golf cart. We then set up water bottles filled with water, and gatorade to fill the benches. After about 20 minutes of warming up, Kim and I took refuge by standing on the bleachers right behind the team the entire game. Now this was new to me, having a benchside view for a Lacrosse game was quite a thrill. It really gives you an up close personal perspective into coaches, and of course the players. As far as injuries go, some players needed more tape for their sticks, and many needed re-taping for their ankle for more support. Kim had a handy fanny-pack whcih she would furiously whip out whenever a player asked. The team was extremely respectful to her, and she mentioned this particular team was a pleasure to work with. Their was a sign of blood when I player sprinted over to Kim for help. He had cut his knee open and was dripping blood, Kim first wrapped the wound up with pre-wrap and tape, to stop the bleeding. She next cleaned the blood with a guaze pad, and off the player went back into the game. This all happened within 7 minutes. The game was a tight one, going back, and forth all night. Finally, the pulled it off with a big W (win), and celebrated to this fashion. After the game we drove back to the training room, and unloaded the cart and called it a night.
These live experiences really give me a great idea of what I will be getting into next year, and so far, I love it.
Kim said the very last sporting event will be next Tuesday, a baseball game, which she said are very easy....I will surely be in attendance, and as always, takin' notes.
Monday, May 23, 2011
Missing in Action....
Today I was feeling a little bit under the weather, and decided to take it easy this morning, and not go to WISE class. Yes, I know Ms. G I'm very very sorry. Although I did do the good student thing, and went to find Ms.G when I came into school. She told me that during class we talked about Student Evaluation spots, and talked about the sample presentation. She also mentioned that we were assigned to write about our WISE experiences by addressing juniors. The prompt for this assignment is "What I know now, that I didn't know in September..."
Coming into WISE my Senior year I was expecting a nice easy ride through high school. What I have come to learn is that it takes a lot more effort than you'd think. Of course, I knew I had to do a good amount of work in the first semester, and continue through individually with a project in the second semester. But as time passed I began to worry about my actions. As the first semester whizzed by with reading books, writing essays, and keeping on tab with my basketball season, the first semester was over before I knew it. Now onto the more difficult time, focusing during the second half of the year. One thing you have to realize is how you're gonna feel around April and May, and that is lazy. Senioritis does play a large factor, but it will arise in any classes you take. On the bright side I do really enjoy my time in WISE. The people were good to be around, and both teachers are helpful, informative, and most of all cool! The material we speed through in the beginning of the year will really pay off in the future. As for the project, it helps you build as a learner, and also as a person. It makes you really focus in on a goal that you set from the beginning of the year, and hold it until the end. It's a great learning experience for yourself, and will help you get a good start off in college.
Coming into WISE my Senior year I was expecting a nice easy ride through high school. What I have come to learn is that it takes a lot more effort than you'd think. Of course, I knew I had to do a good amount of work in the first semester, and continue through individually with a project in the second semester. But as time passed I began to worry about my actions. As the first semester whizzed by with reading books, writing essays, and keeping on tab with my basketball season, the first semester was over before I knew it. Now onto the more difficult time, focusing during the second half of the year. One thing you have to realize is how you're gonna feel around April and May, and that is lazy. Senioritis does play a large factor, but it will arise in any classes you take. On the bright side I do really enjoy my time in WISE. The people were good to be around, and both teachers are helpful, informative, and most of all cool! The material we speed through in the beginning of the year will really pay off in the future. As for the project, it helps you build as a learner, and also as a person. It makes you really focus in on a goal that you set from the beginning of the year, and hold it until the end. It's a great learning experience for yourself, and will help you get a good start off in college.
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Research-Mania...and film comments
Today my Mom and I looked over the film I had gotten from interviews with Katie and Bernie. Before I had watched the tape, I was extremely nervous with the sound being too low. After watching, we had come to find that the volume was hearable, and I could raise it if I absolutely needed to. I have some great footage, which is surely going to be used. I brainstormed out an outline for my presentation which basically will break down Katie's injury, and each section will be kicked off with a video piece of Bernie or Katie explaining each topic of rehabilitation.
In the footage I captured, Katie is starting her rehabilitation process out slowly by doing resistance band exercises. Below is a picture and some information regarding this topic. ENJOY!'
Basic Info
-Have a unique property known as "variable elastic potential". Meaning the more you stretch, the more resistance is applied.
-Can be used with stronger bands, for strengthening.
-Makes for better range of motion when injured, used with an isometric training strategy. Helps flexability
Speed and Quickness
-Expose coordination weakness, and muscle weakness.
-You will see this happening when your muscles begin to shake, showing that the muscle wants to return to a un-contracted state.
-When the muscle starts to shake, even slightly, while holding the position, the changing length of the band alters the bands resistance level and the new resistance level is sent back to the muscle. The muscle then attempts to quickly react and adjust to the constantly changing force provided by the band.
-Each color resembles a different thickness, for each level of intensity depending on your stage of fitness or rehabilitation.
-Often found in physical therapy areas, and athletic training
In the footage I captured, Katie is starting her rehabilitation process out slowly by doing resistance band exercises. Below is a picture and some information regarding this topic. ENJOY!'
Basic Info
-Have a unique property known as "variable elastic potential". Meaning the more you stretch, the more resistance is applied.
-Can be used with stronger bands, for strengthening.
-Makes for better range of motion when injured, used with an isometric training strategy. Helps flexability
Speed and Quickness
-Expose coordination weakness, and muscle weakness.
-You will see this happening when your muscles begin to shake, showing that the muscle wants to return to a un-contracted state.
-When the muscle starts to shake, even slightly, while holding the position, the changing length of the band alters the bands resistance level and the new resistance level is sent back to the muscle. The muscle then attempts to quickly react and adjust to the constantly changing force provided by the band.
-Each color resembles a different thickness, for each level of intensity depending on your stage of fitness or rehabilitation.
-Often found in physical therapy areas, and athletic training
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Trackside Chillin
Yesterday as I mentioned I went up to Cornell after school and video taped Katie and Bernie. It went really well!!!!! Bernie explained the details of Katie's injury, and what was done immediately after the injury, and the rehab process. I even video taped some new exercises Katie was learning to do, with explanations at the same time. I am very thankful for their help, and I'm hoping the film came out okay, which I will be looking at this weekend...
Today their was a STAC track meet at IHS track, and I met Kim in the training room after school. We embarked on our journey out in the rain, feeling miserable and tired. We set up our spot in a prime spot to watch high jumpers, and had a great view of the track. It was mostly pretty slow, their was occasional people wanting ice, to be stretched, or taped. Kim had to attend to some athletes who had gotten injured during their race. Injuries during this time included head, ankle, and shoulder sprains. As for me, I held down the fort with Kim and gave out my first bandaid and pre-wrap!!!! Most of the coaches and athletes thought I was a real trainer, so that was nice to hear. Although I didn't do anything I wasn't certified to do, don't worry! Kim talked me through many injuries that she's had in the past week, and explained injuries to me as athletes came for check-ups. Kim, as usual was oh so very helpful and continued to offer me a spot in the cart for the next sporting event. Games are winding down as seasons end, but their is a boys lacrosse game next week which are assured to be very entertaining.
Today their was a STAC track meet at IHS track, and I met Kim in the training room after school. We embarked on our journey out in the rain, feeling miserable and tired. We set up our spot in a prime spot to watch high jumpers, and had a great view of the track. It was mostly pretty slow, their was occasional people wanting ice, to be stretched, or taped. Kim had to attend to some athletes who had gotten injured during their race. Injuries during this time included head, ankle, and shoulder sprains. As for me, I held down the fort with Kim and gave out my first bandaid and pre-wrap!!!! Most of the coaches and athletes thought I was a real trainer, so that was nice to hear. Although I didn't do anything I wasn't certified to do, don't worry! Kim talked me through many injuries that she's had in the past week, and explained injuries to me as athletes came for check-ups. Kim, as usual was oh so very helpful and continued to offer me a spot in the cart for the next sporting event. Games are winding down as seasons end, but their is a boys lacrosse game next week which are assured to be very entertaining.
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Class.....a little late & A Big Day Ahead of Me!
So on Monday, we all woke up to a very gloomy day, and nearly rolled out of bed into WISE class. We went over upcoming events, and of course the matters of business for the day. On Monday, it was making sure your presentation date was perfect, and had no problems regarding the place and time. Then we had to sign up for student evaluations,which I'm extremely excited to witness. I think it's a great idea for fellow students to support, and help critique other students work. We next shared our creative projects, and I wasn't surprised to see that half of the class did a playlist, as did I. I enjoyed doing this project because it gave me a time to reflect on what I have done so far, in music form. I mostly concentrated on the individual feelings I have been experiencing in relation to my project, such as time moving quickly, feeling stressed, and having everything be perfect.
Now onto the good stuff.....(not that the other stuff wasn't good)....
Today I will be heading up to the Cornell Athletic Training room to interview Bernie DePalma, (head trainer), and Katie Peterson (fellow student/teammate/friend) on tape. I'm pretty excited to get this done, because I've been planning it for quite some time now. I feel as though having this incoorporated into my presentation will add a nice touch, and great information.
Oh and Mentor Meeting Wednesday is upon us...Can't wait!!!!
Now onto the good stuff.....(not that the other stuff wasn't good)....
Today I will be heading up to the Cornell Athletic Training room to interview Bernie DePalma, (head trainer), and Katie Peterson (fellow student/teammate/friend) on tape. I'm pretty excited to get this done, because I've been planning it for quite some time now. I feel as though having this incoorporated into my presentation will add a nice touch, and great information.
Oh and Mentor Meeting Wednesday is upon us...Can't wait!!!!
Monday, May 16, 2011
Plan for the Week- 5/16
MONDAY- Class!
TUESDAY- Go to training room after school
WEDNESDAY- Interview at Cornell? Mentor Meeting :)
THURSDAY- IHS track meet
FRIDAY-Research topic...TBA!
TUESDAY- Go to training room after school
WEDNESDAY- Interview at Cornell? Mentor Meeting :)
THURSDAY- IHS track meet
FRIDAY-Research topic...TBA!
Sunday, May 15, 2011
E-Mail interview with Brian Lee!
After sending questions to Brian Lee, at Island Health and Fitness Physical Therapy, he quickly responded with great info to use about his profession!
Here it is
Here it is
1.) What got you interested in this field? Where did you go to college, get your undergraduate and graduate?Like many PT’s, had an injury, and a PT really helped me to get back to doing what I wanted to do. Specifically, some low back issues in high school, which didn’t respond to chiropractic or rest, got better quickly with the help of a PT. I went to Ohio University in Athens, OH, and graduated from the 5 year program with a Bachelor Degree in Physical Therapy. (Programs have significantly changed since then; most are now 3+3 entry-level Doctorate degrees.)
2.) How do you think college prepared you for your profession? College (for me, the 3 yrs prior to PT school) courses like physics, chemistry, physiology helped me to get ready for the study of the rehab of human body, including musculoskeletal injuries, as well as other aspects of PT which I don’t use much anymore.
3.) How many hours a week do you work? And what are your main duties? 40+/wk; these days, ~ 30 hrs are direct patient care, with the rest of it devoted to administrative duties that keep the clinic running smoothly.
4.) What ranges of injuries do you specialize in? The majority of my patients over the past few years have injuries (macrotrauma, or more likely microtrauma) that are of the musculoskeletal system, especially in the lower extremities, and even more specifically in the past 2 years of the foot and ankle. That said, as is typical of an outpatient orthopedic physical therapist, I see a variety of injuries, including of the neck/back/shoulder. Additionally, in the past 18-24 mos, I have worked w/ a large number of runners who want or need to improve the efficiency of their gait.
5.) Could you describe the process of when a patient first walks in with an injury, until the day they are released? and all the steps of rehab in between
1. Examination: gather subjective and objective information from the patient and/or physician as to what brings the patient to the clinic; look at movement patterns (ie habits) that may be contributing to functional limitations and/or pain; consider the concept of regional interdependence, for example “my knee hurts”—ok, fine let’s look at that, but then also consider what’s going on in the spine and hips that may be leading to that knee pain.
2. Evaluation: decide what to do with all that information you just gathered; what does it mean? Does it make sense? Fit a pattern? Require more information, testing, etc.? Develop a problem list. What’s most important to work on first, second, etc.?
3. Treatment plan: the specifics of how to address the issues on the problem list (manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, etc.)
4. Re-assessment: are they headed in the right direction? When goals are met, finalize discharge plan, encourage consistency with home exercise program, discharge.
6.) What is the most rewarding part/ frustrating part of your job? The good: helping people get back to doing what they need, want, love to do. The bad: People who aren’t interested in helping themselves get better and don’t make an effort.
7.) What is the most prevailing injury seen in high school girls? and do you see a trend? Hmm…toss up between low back pain/strain vs. knee pain; most of it due to poor core stability and hip control/strength. Trend? Have seen more of it in the past few years, possibly d/t more kids doing more, earlier, and with less variety (for example, the 12 year old who’s played soccer 12 mos/yr for years).
8.) What do you feel the most important difference between injuries seen in high school vs. college athletes?Hmm…may be easier to change movement patterns in a younger athlete? But not always the case. Some people are more “in tune” with their body and can change patterns even later in life. Some college athletes are stronger, but not always the case. May be easier to get the younger athlete to take needed rest time.
9.) How do you personally keep up with new developments in rehab, now that you're out in the field?Continuing education courses, teaching (and doing the research to be able to present), reading professional journals, talking w/ colleagues, etc.
10.) Have you come across any new innovations since you studied in college? If so, what? Innovations in PT center around treatment strategy; the list is long! One quick example is a treatment-based classification system, developed in 1996 (the year I graduated) which is now the standard for evaluation and treatment of low back pain; starts with a comprehensive, systematic evaluation which then categorizes the patient into a treatment strategy (ie, stabilization, traction, etc.). Clinical prediction rules are another development; for example, if a patient has findings X, Y, and Z, then there is a high likelihood that they’ll benefit from treatment A; if not, then the results have less of a chance of being successful.
Long time no talk....Research time!
Sorry it's been so long, the very last AP test was on Friday, and mine just happened to be then! So happy that I have one less thing to worry about now!
As promised here is some info about dislocations..
Background Info on Dislocations & Subluxations
-Dislocation occurs when at least one bone in an articulation is forced out of it's normal and proper alignment and stays out until it is either manually or surgically put back into place.
-Most commonly occurs in the shoulder joint, elbow, fingers, but they ca occur wherever two bones articulate.
-Subluxation is similar to a dislocation, except when a bone pops out of it's normal articulation, it goes right back into place.
-Subluxation's most commonly occur in the shoulder joint, and in the kneecap in females.
-Should be taken to get an X-ray to rule out fractures, or other problems.
Rehabilitation Techniques for Sports Medicine and Athletic Training
William E. Prentice (Fourth Addition)
SPECIFICALLY- Dislocated Patella
How does it happen?
-Usually associated with sudden twisting of the body while the foot or feet are planted, and "giving way" episode.
Symptoms?
-Complete loss of knee function, pain, swelling, and patella resting in an abnormal position.
-Physician reduces the dislocation by applying mild pressure, with knee extended.
-General anesthetic may be used, ice is applied, and joint is splinted.
-X-ray is performed and after reduction.
Management?
-To reduce dislocation, the hip is flexed, and the patella is greatly moved medially as the knee is slowly extended.
-The knee is then immobilized in extension for 4 week or longer, and athletes are instructed to use crutches while walking.
-During this time, isometric exercises are performed at the knee joint, to regain strength.
-After immobilization, athlete should wear a horseshoe-shaped pad around the patella used as a sleeve, to protect the patella while running or performing in sports.
-If surgery is performed, it's usually to release constrictive ligaments or to reconstruct the patellofemoral joint.
-It's important to strengthen and balance the strength of all musculature associated with the knee joint.
-She orthotic devices may be used to reduce foot pronation, tibial torsion, and reduce stress in the patellofemoral joint.
Principles of Athletic Training: Eighth Edition
Daniel D. Arnheim
William E. Prentice
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Progress in the works!
Today I had a quick walk and talk with Janie. We discussed the progress I had been making, and questions to ask both Bernie, and Brian. It turns out I will be interviewing Bernie next week at Cornell, with my long time teammate, Katie Peterson. Katie recently got a high ankle sprain, and has been consulting Bernie because of the hook-ups we have on the IHS b-ball team. So next week, I will interview Bernie and Katie, and Bernie will walk me through the steps of her rehab, and tactics to prevent this injury in the future. As for my interview with Brian Lee, the physical therapist at Island Health and Fitness, it will be through e-mail. I e-mailed him my questions, and he seemed eager to answer them for me. The questions are below......
1.) What got you interested in this field? Where did you go to college, get your undergraduate and graduate?
2.) How do you think college prepared you for your profession?
3.) How many hours a week do you work? And what are your main duties?
4.) What ranges of injuries do you specialize in?
5.) Could you describe the process of when a patient first walks in with an injury, until the day they are released? and all the steps of rehab in between
6.) What is the most rewarding part/ frustrating part of your job?
7.) What is the most prevailing injury seen in high school girls? and do you see a trend?
8.) What do you feel the most important difference between injuries seen in high school vs. college athletes?
9.) How do you personally keep up with new developments in rehab, now that you're out in the field?
10.) Have you come across any new innovations since you studied in college? If so, what?
Monday, May 9, 2011
Week Schedule...gotta do big things this week!
MONDAY- Class!!!
TUESDAY- IHS game?
WEDNESDAY- Mentor Meeting....Interview?
THURSDAY- E-mail intervew?
FRIDAY- Research....Dislocations!
Things I must get done is: film the interview, any action at IHS with kim, and take more photos!
TUESDAY- IHS game?
WEDNESDAY- Mentor Meeting....Interview?
THURSDAY- E-mail intervew?
FRIDAY- Research....Dislocations!
Things I must get done is: film the interview, any action at IHS with kim, and take more photos!
Class
Today in class it was an important one......We got our lottery tickets for our presentation date, and I anxiously awaited my number. As Ms.Gergely circled around the room, I luckily picked up number 4. I knew I wanted a middle-range date, not too early, and not too late. I went up to the board and chose the 13th of June, which is the range I was hoping for. I then realized that my Economics final may be on this day, so that date will be up in the air, and maybe switched.
This is a real wake-up call for me to put the pedal to the metal and get goin...not that I haven't been doing so now.
Last night I e-mailed Bernie DePalma to schedule an interview, along with Brian Lee who is a physical therapist. Both replied back with extremely positive answers, and more will come with that info!!!
This is a real wake-up call for me to put the pedal to the metal and get goin...not that I haven't been doing so now.
Last night I e-mailed Bernie DePalma to schedule an interview, along with Brian Lee who is a physical therapist. Both replied back with extremely positive answers, and more will come with that info!!!
Sunday, May 8, 2011
A new kind of research....
Ankle Taping Instructions
This video shows the procedure of the common tape job of an Ankle Sprain. Now you can take all of the research given in words, and put it to visuals.
I also e-mailed Brian Lee, who was my former physical therapist, and one of the best in his field. Kim Bailey recommended that I interview him about the specific field, and seeing the difference between Athletic Training.
This video shows the procedure of the common tape job of an Ankle Sprain. Now you can take all of the research given in words, and put it to visuals.
I also e-mailed Brian Lee, who was my former physical therapist, and one of the best in his field. Kim Bailey recommended that I interview him about the specific field, and seeing the difference between Athletic Training.
Class
Today in class, I did arrive late due to an appointment. It seemed to be a pretty low key day, of going over the basics of the upcoming weeks. Ms. Gergely introduced us with an assignment having to do with a creative project, whcih we are all familiar with by now. The project doesn't seem to be too hard, but we'll see when the times comes.........We then proceded to talk about the demo presentation, and the end of the year party! yeaaaaaaah buddaaay. From then on, Ms. G let us relax and sit back, in which the room stayed silent with exhaustion from the weekend.
P.s sorry this is so late I had this in drafts, and never finished it!
Better late than never!
P.s sorry this is so late I had this in drafts, and never finished it!
Better late than never!
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Mentor Meeting.....nerves are setting in....
Today I met with Janie B in her office, and we had a very helpful chat. Lately, I've been stressing out big time about what to do for my presentation. I mean come on, 30 minutes of me talking is not going to happen, so we figured out ways to stray away from me talking up a crowd for that long, and to make it more interesting. We came up with an idea of video taping Bernie DePalma talking about the process of a certain injury: the diagnosis, taping and minor participation, and the 2 phases an athlete goes through for rehab. I also would like to video tape Kim during the three aspects of Athletic Training she faces daily (theirs many more) which are the same as Bernie, but it would be a visual of the actual information. I have also been taking photos, so those would be on display and I could set up a sort of gallery. My next thought was to do a sort of demonstration of a tape job, and maybe ask the audience for volunteers to do it after I have. Of course the first thing I would do is introduce Athletic Training, and by the end give more detail about the profession of Sports Medicine..........This just makes me nervous and shows how much I really have to do....
This is just a start...
This is just a start...
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Week Schedule
Monday- CLASS!!!!!
Tuesday-Cornell? IHS sporting event?
Wednesday-Mentor Meeting
Thursday- E-mail physical therapist for an interview
Friday- Research.........topic TBA
Tuesday-Cornell? IHS sporting event?
Wednesday-Mentor Meeting
Thursday- E-mail physical therapist for an interview
Friday- Research.........topic TBA
You already know what it is....RESEARCH!
It has been a restful weekend, now back to the WISE grind.....
Having the privilege of knowing Bernie DePalma (hoping on going to Cornell this week, for real) is having the option of going up there for a treatment. When I had back problems, Bernie always put me in on the Stim Therapy Machine. I didn't really understand the real purpose of it, but it always made me feel better. Because of this experience, I decided to research this topic for the regular Sunday Funday research!
History and Background
-Electrical stimulation for pain control in Ancient Greece, 63 A.D.
-The next invention after that was the Electreat, which were used for pain control and cancer cures, that quickly found negative aspects, and disappeared after the twentieth century.
-Today, many people are confusing TENS with Electro Muscle Stimulation. Both use long electric lead wires and electrodes, while TENS is for blocking the pain, and EMS is for stimulating muscles.
-Also known as Transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation, a electrical current produced by a device to stimulate the nerves for therapeutic purposes.
-The unit is connected to the skin using two or more electrodes.
Medical
-TENS is a non-invasive, safe nerve stimulation intended to reduce pain, both acute, and chronic.
-Helps with low back pains, arthritic pain, visceral pain, and post-surgical pain
-This is accomplished by placing electrodes over the painful area and administering a low-volt electrical current. The current overrides the nervous system's message of pain, thereby blocking it.
- The low-volt electrical current delivered by the electrodes only penetrates the skin to the level of the nerve fibers, usually only one to two inches. This poses no danger to most individuals.
-Cardiac conditions and/or pacemakers, and pregnant women should consult their doctors before using TENS.
-Neck and head pain that requires locating electrodes on these areas of the body should be conducted only with the consent of a physician.
Having the privilege of knowing Bernie DePalma (hoping on going to Cornell this week, for real) is having the option of going up there for a treatment. When I had back problems, Bernie always put me in on the Stim Therapy Machine. I didn't really understand the real purpose of it, but it always made me feel better. Because of this experience, I decided to research this topic for the regular Sunday Funday research!
History and Background
-Electrical stimulation for pain control in Ancient Greece, 63 A.D.
-The next invention after that was the Electreat, which were used for pain control and cancer cures, that quickly found negative aspects, and disappeared after the twentieth century.
-Today, many people are confusing TENS with Electro Muscle Stimulation. Both use long electric lead wires and electrodes, while TENS is for blocking the pain, and EMS is for stimulating muscles.
-Also known as Transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation, a electrical current produced by a device to stimulate the nerves for therapeutic purposes.
-The unit is connected to the skin using two or more electrodes.
Medical
-TENS is a non-invasive, safe nerve stimulation intended to reduce pain, both acute, and chronic.
-Helps with low back pains, arthritic pain, visceral pain, and post-surgical pain
-This is accomplished by placing electrodes over the painful area and administering a low-volt electrical current. The current overrides the nervous system's message of pain, thereby blocking it.
- The low-volt electrical current delivered by the electrodes only penetrates the skin to the level of the nerve fibers, usually only one to two inches. This poses no danger to most individuals.
-Cardiac conditions and/or pacemakers, and pregnant women should consult their doctors before using TENS.
-Neck and head pain that requires locating electrodes on these areas of the body should be conducted only with the consent of a physician.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Ridin' Durty
Today I went to Kim's training room, we had discussed me coming to the girls lacrosse game. When I got down to the high school the sun was shining, and it was a great temperature. I saw Kim on the track, and of about 10 minutes of sitting the sun went down, and it was time to bundle up. How'd we get back to the high school you ask? Well we of course rode the gold cart back to the training room....dream come true!!!!!! Their weren't many athletes coming to Kim to get taped, seeing as the lacrosse didn't have many injuries. Their had been some previous injuries that needed to be dealt with, and just random athletes asking for ice, and advice on the injury at hand. Besides the tough life of outdoor sports, we provided all the water necessary, and kept a close eye on the field. My next experience, as Kim promised, will surely be more exciting.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Class
Today in class we discussed the upcoming events retaining to our WISE project. Ms. G dropped the bomb on us that we only have 5 more classes left with each other.....then the rest is history. Just kidding, after those 5 classes the preparation for the actual presentation starts, and the real tough work gets going. We next talked about the article Get A Grip and Set Your Sights Above Adversity. This article discussed the meaning of resilience, which I thought closely tied into the word adversity. "People who lack resilience are often less able to rise above adversity, and learn from their mistakes and move on". I really enjoyed this quote because I thought it relates to the WISE experience greatly, and many students could learn from this advice. Lastly, we got our task force journal review back, and mine was pleasantly filled with positive feedback. My reviewer gave me an idea to include some kind of chronicle of a sport injury including cause, treatment, recovery, etc. I will definitely take this advice into consideration with my upcoming presentation.
Monday, April 25, 2011
My Future is looking Bright!
As my dad was reading the New York Times Magazine, he stumbled upon a wonderful article for me. Athletic Training has been named #10 in the list of up and coming jobs in the country. Read and enjoy!!!
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/17/education/edlife/edl-17conted-t.html?pagewanted=1&_r=1
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/17/education/edlife/edl-17conted-t.html?pagewanted=1&_r=1
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Plan for the Week- 4/24
Monday- Talk to Kim about upcoming sporting events
Tuesday- Class
Wednesday-Mentor Meeting
Thursday-Cornell if hours work, Kim's?.....Research-Stim Therapy Machine
Friday- Research Research!
Tuesday- Class
Wednesday-Mentor Meeting
Thursday-Cornell if hours work, Kim's?.....Research-Stim Therapy Machine
Friday- Research Research!
Back to work.....
Welp....looks like Spring Break has come to an end, and my feelings towards going back to school are in the category of beyond negative. But I have a job at hand, and it's time to hit the WISE blogs again on the daily.
I left off at the topic of Contusions..and that's where I will pick up!
What is a contusion?
-Commonly called a bruise, a crush injury to tissue beneath the skin.
-Caused by striking the body with a large force
-The greater the impact, the greater the tissue damage.
-If close to a bone, the bone itself can be also be contused.
-Results in large swelling, damages tissue cells and capillaries. The blood and waste products leak into an area in the skin, producing the "black and blue" discoloration.
-If a bone is punctured, this specific spot will be very tender for a large period of time.
Treatment
-RICE is offered to curing a contusion- Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation.
-Athlete should be removed from activity, "running off" this injury can only cause more harm, and could increase bleeding in the contused area.
-Athletes with minor contusions will be able to return to play quickly. On the other hand, serious contusions may impair an athlete for months at a time.
-If athlete has full range of motion, and full-strength=safe to return to activity.
Protection
-Pads of different design can provide protection. For example, an athlete that falls down repeatedly should wear kneepads.
-Custom pads are also available to some, for protection of the contused area.
http://www.skylinehospital.com/pt/Sports/Articles/Contusions/contusions.htm
I left off at the topic of Contusions..and that's where I will pick up!
What is a contusion?
-Commonly called a bruise, a crush injury to tissue beneath the skin.
-Caused by striking the body with a large force
-The greater the impact, the greater the tissue damage.
-If close to a bone, the bone itself can be also be contused.
-Results in large swelling, damages tissue cells and capillaries. The blood and waste products leak into an area in the skin, producing the "black and blue" discoloration.
-If a bone is punctured, this specific spot will be very tender for a large period of time.
Treatment
-RICE is offered to curing a contusion- Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation.
-Athlete should be removed from activity, "running off" this injury can only cause more harm, and could increase bleeding in the contused area.
-Athletes with minor contusions will be able to return to play quickly. On the other hand, serious contusions may impair an athlete for months at a time.
-If athlete has full range of motion, and full-strength=safe to return to activity.
Protection
-Pads of different design can provide protection. For example, an athlete that falls down repeatedly should wear kneepads.
-Custom pads are also available to some, for protection of the contused area.
http://www.skylinehospital.com/pt/Sports/Articles/Contusions/contusions.htm
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Mentor Meeting
Yesterday I met with Mrs.Bryant in the swimming pool area, where she had to supervise and had a nice chat. I told her that I had visited Kim and took pictures of the athletes, and their trainers. She was pretty pleased with my progress, and suggested I keep going their at least twice a week, and obviously attending different sports games. She thought the picture idea, and even the video taping was a great idea, and would be fun to watch. She also added that when I filmed in the training room I could get 3 different aspect of Athletic Training..........1.) the diagnosis, telling the athlete what the problem is. 2.) The taping, or prevention before or after the sporting event. 3.) The rehabilitation process, and strength-building exercises. I felt that was a brilliant idea, and I will surely be persueing that thought. Next week, I'll be heading up to Cornell, and asking some college athletes questions which I will be preparing this weekend!
A couple of sneak peak pictures will be up soon!
A couple of sneak peak pictures will be up soon!
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Hectic/Madness
Today I went into Kim's training room today to take pictures of athlete-trainer relationships, and of course it was bustling with spring sport athletes. Each athlete came in, and it seemed as though the whole track team was in the training room. I did capture some good pictures, but promised Kim I would be coming back soon. She nicely offered for me to come back anytime, and to definitely come to any games I would want. That felt really nice to have a solid invitation to come back whenever I please!
Tomorrow I will be having a mentor meeting to talk about my progress with Janie B!
Tomorrow I will be having a mentor meeting to talk about my progress with Janie B!
Monday, April 11, 2011
"Outta da Rut" Journal Entry
PLANNING:
7 things I want to accomplish in the next week
1.) Go to a sporting event
2.) Attend Kim's training room at least 2 times a week
3.) Contact 2 other professionals in the sports medicine field
4.) Learn how to tape an ankle, or another easy tape job, better than I know now
5.) Take pictures of training room activities, and games
6.) Record videos of training room activities, and games
7.)Keep going steady on my research
5 things I should talk to about my project
1.) Video Camera
2.) Good quality camera
3.) Physical Therapist at Island Health and Fitness
4.) Cornell Trainers: Keep in contact with Bernie DePalma
5.) Ithaca College Trainers: Dad's friend?
3 things I should talk to my mentor about
1.) My end goal of my project, the results
2.) The main picture, overview of my project
3.) Game schuedules and practices for all sports teams
7 things I want or need to know more about
1.) Physical therapy aspect of the sports medicine field
2.) Rehabilitation
3.) More injury specific research
4.) Instructions for various taping jobs
5.) Video editing for training room footage.....ask alexi or other film makers to edit it?
6.) Trends in the Athletic Training field
7.) More info on sports specific injuries, and college vs. highschool injuries
7 things I want to accomplish in the next week
1.) Go to a sporting event
2.) Attend Kim's training room at least 2 times a week
3.) Contact 2 other professionals in the sports medicine field
4.) Learn how to tape an ankle, or another easy tape job, better than I know now
5.) Take pictures of training room activities, and games
6.) Record videos of training room activities, and games
7.)Keep going steady on my research
5 things I should talk to about my project
1.) Video Camera
2.) Good quality camera
3.) Physical Therapist at Island Health and Fitness
4.) Cornell Trainers: Keep in contact with Bernie DePalma
5.) Ithaca College Trainers: Dad's friend?
3 things I should talk to my mentor about
1.) My end goal of my project, the results
2.) The main picture, overview of my project
3.) Game schuedules and practices for all sports teams
7 things I want or need to know more about
1.) Physical therapy aspect of the sports medicine field
2.) Rehabilitation
3.) More injury specific research
4.) Instructions for various taping jobs
5.) Video editing for training room footage.....ask alexi or other film makers to edit it?
6.) Trends in the Athletic Training field
7.) More info on sports specific injuries, and college vs. highschool injuries
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Plan for the Week- 4/11
Monday- CLASS!!!!
Tuesday- Research, Contusions/ Kim's?
Wednesday- Mentor Meeting, Lax Game?
Thursday- Cornell athlete questionnaire
Friday- Kim's?, more research!
Tuesday- Research, Contusions/ Kim's?
Wednesday- Mentor Meeting, Lax Game?
Thursday- Cornell athlete questionnaire
Friday- Kim's?, more research!
Post Birthday Research: Muscle Spasms
So to continue my birthday weekend celebrations what could be better than some research!!!!
What is a muscle spasm?
-Cramp or involuntary contraction of a muscle.
-Occur suddenly, usually resolve quickly, and are painful.
-Confused with a muscle twitch, which is uncontrolled fine movement of a small segment of a larger muscle that can be seen under the skin.
Causes?
-Many causes can be found, depends on the previous factors one undergoes, and areas involved.
-Occur when a muscle is overused or tired, particularly if it's held in the same position for a long period of time.
-The muscle cell runs out of energy and fluid and becomes hyperexcitable and develops a large contraction. This could include part of a muscle, the whole muscle, or even adjacent muscles.
-Overuse as a cause of muscle spasms is common, often seen in athletes doing strenuous activity in a hot environment.
-Spasms seen in construction workers are also common, which occurs when a large muscle is being over worked.
-Dehydration and a depletion of electrolytes has been said to be a leading cause in muscle spasms.
-Leg spasms are related to exercise, but cramps at night involving toe and calf muscles. Nocturnal leg cramps are often seen as a sign of sleep disturbance.
-Systematic diseases such as anemia, diabetes, kidney disease, thyroid disease, and other hormone issues are potential causes of muscle spasms.
Symptoms
-Depend on the muscle involved, and circumstances leading up to the spasm.
-Bulging muscle may be seen or felt underneath the skin where the muscle is located.
-The spasm resolves itself within seconds, but could continue on for minutes at a time.
-Momentary repetitive contraction of muscle fibers in a localized area.
Treatment
-Keep well hydrated.
-Muscles should be prepared for activity, warm-up, stretch, etc.
-Short-term pain relief, anti-inflammatories (ibuprofen), narcotics, muscle relexants.
http://www.medicinenet.com/muscle_spasms/page5.htm
What is a muscle spasm?
-Cramp or involuntary contraction of a muscle.
-Occur suddenly, usually resolve quickly, and are painful.
-Confused with a muscle twitch, which is uncontrolled fine movement of a small segment of a larger muscle that can be seen under the skin.
Causes?
-Many causes can be found, depends on the previous factors one undergoes, and areas involved.
-Occur when a muscle is overused or tired, particularly if it's held in the same position for a long period of time.
-The muscle cell runs out of energy and fluid and becomes hyperexcitable and develops a large contraction. This could include part of a muscle, the whole muscle, or even adjacent muscles.
-Overuse as a cause of muscle spasms is common, often seen in athletes doing strenuous activity in a hot environment.
-Spasms seen in construction workers are also common, which occurs when a large muscle is being over worked.
-Dehydration and a depletion of electrolytes has been said to be a leading cause in muscle spasms.
-Leg spasms are related to exercise, but cramps at night involving toe and calf muscles. Nocturnal leg cramps are often seen as a sign of sleep disturbance.
-Systematic diseases such as anemia, diabetes, kidney disease, thyroid disease, and other hormone issues are potential causes of muscle spasms.
Symptoms
-Depend on the muscle involved, and circumstances leading up to the spasm.
-Bulging muscle may be seen or felt underneath the skin where the muscle is located.
-The spasm resolves itself within seconds, but could continue on for minutes at a time.
-Momentary repetitive contraction of muscle fibers in a localized area.
Treatment
-Keep well hydrated.
-Muscles should be prepared for activity, warm-up, stretch, etc.
-Short-term pain relief, anti-inflammatories (ibuprofen), narcotics, muscle relexants.
http://www.medicinenet.com/muscle_spasms/page5.htm
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Article News!
My dad had given me a copy of the Sunday New York Times, and inside was an article on ACL injuries. Not only was this perfect, but it was very informative reporting on one of the best teams in the nation-UCONN Women's Basketball, who recently took a devastating loss in the Final Four of the Womens National Championship. Below is a link to the article, hope you enjoy!
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/27/sports/ncaabasketball/27acl.html
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/27/sports/ncaabasketball/27acl.html
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Mentor Meeting
Today I met with Janie during 5th period, it was really nice to see her after being in NYC for a long time. I talked to her how I felt that I haven't been doing much hands-on work. I told her that it's been hard getting up to Cornell because their treatment time is usually during the day, when I have class. I know difficulties were coming along the way, but I'm going to keep trying to get up there at least a couple times, and hopefully more. Mrs.Bryant gave me a helpful sheet of when home games of IHS sports are so I can help Kim out in anything she wants, but when the weather gets nicer:) I also need to talk to Kim about taking pictures of her taping athletes, and maybe getting some video footage for my presentation.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Unfinished Business, Sprains
What is a sprain? vs. a strain?
-Sprain is a injury of joints caused by being stretched beyond their capacity, or even more. An injury to a ligament, usually torn.
-Ankle or knee sprains are the most commonly seen injuries....and swelling is often quick along with rapid pain.
-Strain is a injury to a muscle or tendon. A strain is resulted in a stretch or a tear in a muscle or tendon.
Causes
-"Twisted ankle" is the most commonly seen sprain, seen in hiking and Basketball, volleyball, football, gymnastics. These injuries usually occur while running or landing. People will fall on an uneven surface (or another players foot), and roll their foot to the inside.
-Thus stretches the ligaments on the ankle. specifically known as the talofibular and calcaenofibular ligaments.
-Sprains are graded due to the extent of the injury, and are classified on a grade system. These grades range from 1-3.
-Sprains can also occur from daily activities such as slip on ice, a fall on your wrist, or jamming a finger. Repetitive activities also cause a sprain or a strain.
"Preventions", Tips to Avoiding Injury
-Stretch before working out
-Wear proper footwear
-Warm up properly before activities
-Do not run on icy or uneven surfaces
Symptoms
-Pain, swelling, and occasional bruising near the site of the injury.
-Symptoms increase as the injury intensifies.
-More tears can cause an inability to use the affected joint and may lead to joint instability.
-Less serious injuries may only cause pain with movement.
"At first, treatment of both sprains and strains usually involves resting the injured area, icing it, wearing a bandage or device that compresses the area, and medicines. Later treatment might include exercise and physical therapy."
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/sprainsandstrains.html
http://orthopedics.about.com/cs/sprainsstrains/a/sprain.htm
Back in Ithaca- Week Plan (a little late)
Although I've been gone this whole weekend, and got back late tomorrow I've still been working!!!!
I did miss class, and plan on going to Ms. Gergely and talking to her about what I missed...My plan for this week are as follows. I also got an E-mail from Bernie DePalma alerting me of practice times, but they all seem to be during my classes. I'm going to ask for next week schedule and hopefully it'll be accessible for me to come.
Tuesday-Continue Research, finish Sprain. (shadow at track meet?)
Wednesday-Mentor Meeting
Thursday- New Research, Muscle Spasms
Friday- NEW ADDITION! Article of the week!
I did miss class, and plan on going to Ms. Gergely and talking to her about what I missed...My plan for this week are as follows. I also got an E-mail from Bernie DePalma alerting me of practice times, but they all seem to be during my classes. I'm going to ask for next week schedule and hopefully it'll be accessible for me to come.
Tuesday-Continue Research, finish Sprain. (shadow at track meet?)
Wednesday-Mentor Meeting
Thursday- New Research, Muscle Spasms
Friday- NEW ADDITION! Article of the week!
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Mentor Meeting
I met with Mrs.Bryant briefly yesterday and today...double the dosage! I mostly told her about what I had been doing lately, which was getting in contact with people to interview and shadow. I also got a lot of my research done, and will be continuing a new topic each week. Tomorrow I'm leaving for a wedding in NYC and am very excited, although that means I will be missing class on Monday. I plan on stopping by Ms.G's room and getting the scoop on what I missed. As for blogging the rest of the week/ weekend it will be happening!
Oh yeah and I went over my self-eval with Janie a little bit, and handed that into Ms.G after school! goooood timezzzzz...now off to enjoy the wedding!
Monday, March 28, 2011
Class
Today in class we talked over possible ideas to get a fundraiser. The other WISE class had thought of ideas to do a talent show for teachers, which Mrs.Gergely seemed to approve. Other options included a type of dancing with the stars fundraiser, still involving teacher participation. We then moved onto discussing our show & tell objects/ research for a friend. A vast majority of the class had interesting things to share, and talk a little bit more about their project. It was nice to see the progress other people have been making in their process to their final project. I brought in pre-wrap and training tape. Although there wasn't much to explain or show (yet) it's still a very important piece to athletic training. Taping prevents any future injuries and provides support to a particular part of the body that is needed. All different kinds of tape can also treat an injury, which can help with swelling and other effects to an injury.
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Plan for the Week- 3/28
Monday- Class
Tuesday- Shadow at Kim's
Wednesday- Mentor Meeting, get in touch with Bernie?
Thursday- Research new topic: Sprains (Mostly ankle)
Friday- Away at cousins wedding in NYC until late Monday....still will blog!
Tuesday- Shadow at Kim's
Wednesday- Mentor Meeting, get in touch with Bernie?
Thursday- Research new topic: Sprains (Mostly ankle)
Friday- Away at cousins wedding in NYC until late Monday....still will blog!
Research Topic: Stress Fractures
Due to the scrambling of last week, Mrs.Bryant and I didn't get to meet last week. We will most likely try for another day this week.
Bernie DePalma did respond to e-mail and said athletes were on break last week, and will be back Monday. He said he would let me know practice schedules for the week, and let me know which days are good to come.
And of course every Sunday is research day. As promised a low-down of information on Stress Fractures...
Basic Info
-A stress fracture is caused by overuse, and seen commonly among athletes.
-Usually, a fracture or broken bone is caused by a car crash, or a fall. But in this case it is due to a high force causing the fracture
-Occurs when forces are lower, but going for a long time= "fatigue fractures"
-Most commonly seen among athletes who jump and run on hard surfaces. Such as basketball players, ballet dancers, and long distance runners.
-Can occur in any bone, most commonly seen in the foot and shin bones. Rarely seen in upper body because the weight of your body is is not supported by yours arms, as it is in legs.
Diagnosing
-X-rays usually don't show stress fractures, may show evidence of bone healing around the fracture.
- MRI or bone scan may be necessary if the injury is unclear or the problem doesn't resolve with treatment.
Causes
-Bone is constantly undergoing changes to adapt to its environment.
-Increasing activity in a short amount of time.
-Dietary abnormalities or menstrual irregularities. Any problems with dieting (poor nutrition, anorexia, bulimia) or menstruation (amenorrhea) may place a person at higher risk for a stress fracture.
-This puts young female athletes at a larger risk to develop a stress fracture.
Treatments
-Best treatment is get rest for the fractured spot.
- Weight-bearing should be avoided, using crutches, or maybe even getting a cast.
-"If there is pain, don't do it".- Rule of thumb
-Ice injured area.
-Wear proper footwear, increase activities gradually.
-Can occur in any bone, most commonly seen in the foot and shin bones. Rarely seen in upper body because the weight of your body is is not supported by yours arms, as it is in legs.
Diagnosing
-X-rays usually don't show stress fractures, may show evidence of bone healing around the fracture.
- MRI or bone scan may be necessary if the injury is unclear or the problem doesn't resolve with treatment.
Causes
-Bone is constantly undergoing changes to adapt to its environment.
-Increasing activity in a short amount of time.
-Dietary abnormalities or menstrual irregularities. Any problems with dieting (poor nutrition, anorexia, bulimia) or menstruation (amenorrhea) may place a person at higher risk for a stress fracture.
-This puts young female athletes at a larger risk to develop a stress fracture.
Treatments
-Best treatment is get rest for the fractured spot.
- Weight-bearing should be avoided, using crutches, or maybe even getting a cast.
-"If there is pain, don't do it".- Rule of thumb
-Ice injured area.
-Wear proper footwear, increase activities gradually.
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Snow Day Researchin'
Since we had a snow day at the end of March, I thought I would get a head start on my research topic for this week.
Stress Fractures are commonly seen all throughout sports fields. They are usually caused from overuse of the muscle and bone, and can result in a drastic injury. In this injury it is very important to take care of your body not only during the athletic competition, but before and after. Below is a link to get you started on your knowledge of this injury!
Stress Fracture Info
Stress Fractures are commonly seen all throughout sports fields. They are usually caused from overuse of the muscle and bone, and can result in a drastic injury. In this injury it is very important to take care of your body not only during the athletic competition, but before and after. Below is a link to get you started on your knowledge of this injury!
Stress Fracture Info
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
E-Mails...
Just going to throw this out there first.....I got into Brockport last night!!!!!!!
Okay anyways back to business...
I e-mailed Bernie DePalma the head athletic trainer at Cornell to update him on my project. To inform people who didn't know, I interviewed Bernie for my english portfolio back in the first semester. He is a valid source for anything, and has so much knowledge in his field. The e-mail consisted of asking to come up to Cornell to possibly interview some athletes that come into the training room. One aspect of my project that I'm truly interested in is the athlete-trainer relationship, told from an athletes perspective.
As for Kim...I plan on going to her training room tomorrow to get the details on when I can come shadow her/ help out.
Okay anyways back to business...
I e-mailed Bernie DePalma the head athletic trainer at Cornell to update him on my project. To inform people who didn't know, I interviewed Bernie for my english portfolio back in the first semester. He is a valid source for anything, and has so much knowledge in his field. The e-mail consisted of asking to come up to Cornell to possibly interview some athletes that come into the training room. One aspect of my project that I'm truly interested in is the athlete-trainer relationship, told from an athletes perspective.
As for Kim...I plan on going to her training room tomorrow to get the details on when I can come shadow her/ help out.
Monday, March 21, 2011
Class
In class today we discussed upcoming events such as show and tell day, and having community journal reads. As usual, Ms. Gergely wanted to know how we were doing in our project progress. She also told us the minimum of journal entries.....17.....I have 18...victoryyyy! At the end of class, we started to read Happiness Revisited and gave us a bunch of questions to respond to....
1.) To be honest, many things make me feel happy. I would have to say my top two are Spring days, and the feeling of being on the court, winning a basketball game. There's nothing better than switching from the dreary days of winter, to the brisk tempertures of Spring. Not to mention my birthday's in April, so that is a plus. Everyone knows losing a sporting event can be a very miserable time. I do feel most comfortable in my happy place, on the court, about to win a basketball game. Nothing can replace hours of anxiety leading up to a game, and finally taking a deep breath and relaxing, knowing the work has been done.
2.) I really enjoyed the article, and found it very interesting. It was cool to see how all of the studies towards happiness have been looked at through the years, and how it's evolved. People have always said money can't buy happiness, and this message was portrayed throughout the reading. I also enjoyed the idea of knowing everyone has a different happiness, and they are entitled to that for life.
3.) I feel as though I'm at A4 on the flow chart. I have had previous knowledge of my topic, and continue to be engaged by challenges that lay before me in this process.
4.) In the beginning of my project I was lower on the flow channel, and not that interested in my work. But as time goes on, I have been getting more engaged with what I do everyday. I knew from signing up for this class, the project aspect of the second semester will have it's dry spots. But I know as time goes on, my work tends to get more interesting and captivating.
5.) Anyone can achieve flow by doing their work daily. Doing little bits of work, and making sure you don't save all the work for the last minute can help you in this process.
1.) To be honest, many things make me feel happy. I would have to say my top two are Spring days, and the feeling of being on the court, winning a basketball game. There's nothing better than switching from the dreary days of winter, to the brisk tempertures of Spring. Not to mention my birthday's in April, so that is a plus. Everyone knows losing a sporting event can be a very miserable time. I do feel most comfortable in my happy place, on the court, about to win a basketball game. Nothing can replace hours of anxiety leading up to a game, and finally taking a deep breath and relaxing, knowing the work has been done.
2.) I really enjoyed the article, and found it very interesting. It was cool to see how all of the studies towards happiness have been looked at through the years, and how it's evolved. People have always said money can't buy happiness, and this message was portrayed throughout the reading. I also enjoyed the idea of knowing everyone has a different happiness, and they are entitled to that for life.
3.) I feel as though I'm at A4 on the flow chart. I have had previous knowledge of my topic, and continue to be engaged by challenges that lay before me in this process.
4.) In the beginning of my project I was lower on the flow channel, and not that interested in my work. But as time goes on, I have been getting more engaged with what I do everyday. I knew from signing up for this class, the project aspect of the second semester will have it's dry spots. But I know as time goes on, my work tends to get more interesting and captivating.
5.) Anyone can achieve flow by doing their work daily. Doing little bits of work, and making sure you don't save all the work for the last minute can help you in this process.
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Plan for the Week
Monday------> Class Meeting
Tuesday------> E-Mail Bernie DePalma about shadowing, talk to Kim Bailey
Wednesday-----> Mentor Meeting
Thursday-------> Research Stress Fractures
Friday-----------> NO SCHOOL! possibly more research?......
Tuesday------> E-Mail Bernie DePalma about shadowing, talk to Kim Bailey
Wednesday-----> Mentor Meeting
Thursday-------> Research Stress Fractures
Friday-----------> NO SCHOOL! possibly more research?......
Shin Splint Wrap Up
So I decided to hit the books on this research topic, and read up in The Principles of Athletic Training, Eighth Addition, By Daniel D. Arnhiem, and William B. Prentice. Bernie DePalma mentioned to me that this book is the first book a freshman receives while majoring in Athletic Training.
Basic Info
-Shin Splints are formally called Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome. It accounts for about 10%-15% of all running injuries, and up to 60% of all conditions that cause pain in athletes' legs.
-Characterized by pain and irritation in the shin region, usually attributed to an inflammation in the tendon of the posterior tibialis muscle or long flexor muscle of the toes.
-The cause of this injury speculate from faulty posture alignment, falling arches, muscle fatigue, overuse stress, body chemical imbalance,and lack of muscle coordination.
-Caused by running on uneven, hard surfaces, long lay-off period of exercise, exercising in worn-out shoes, and excessive uphill and downhill running.
Management
-Constant heat in the form of a whirlpool, ultrasound therapy, supportive taping and gradual stretching.
-Ice massage to the shin region and taking two aspirins have been beneficial before a workout.
-Ice application should be followed by a gradual stretch to both the anterior and posterior aspects of the leg.
-Gradual stretching should be routine before and after every physical activity for all athletes who have a history of shin splints.
Common Occurrences & Preventions
-Occurs largely among runners and athletes in sports such as soccer, which involve extensive running.
-Completing a correct and thorough warm up before a workout will help prepare the muscles and tendons for any activity to come.
-Keep a structured stretching routine
-Strengthen and condition the lower leg
Basic Info
-Shin Splints are formally called Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome. It accounts for about 10%-15% of all running injuries, and up to 60% of all conditions that cause pain in athletes' legs.
-Characterized by pain and irritation in the shin region, usually attributed to an inflammation in the tendon of the posterior tibialis muscle or long flexor muscle of the toes.
-The cause of this injury speculate from faulty posture alignment, falling arches, muscle fatigue, overuse stress, body chemical imbalance,and lack of muscle coordination.
-Caused by running on uneven, hard surfaces, long lay-off period of exercise, exercising in worn-out shoes, and excessive uphill and downhill running.
Management
-Constant heat in the form of a whirlpool, ultrasound therapy, supportive taping and gradual stretching.
-Ice massage to the shin region and taking two aspirins have been beneficial before a workout.
-Ice application should be followed by a gradual stretch to both the anterior and posterior aspects of the leg.
-Gradual stretching should be routine before and after every physical activity for all athletes who have a history of shin splints.
Common Occurrences & Preventions
-Occurs largely among runners and athletes in sports such as soccer, which involve extensive running.
-Completing a correct and thorough warm up before a workout will help prepare the muscles and tendons for any activity to come.
-Keep a structured stretching routine
-Strengthen and condition the lower leg
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Mentor Meeting on a nice SPRING Day
On this beautiful Thursday afternoon, I ventured my way over to Mrs. Bryant's office to have our weekly meeting. Although it was hard to stay inside, we made our meeting short and sweet. Lately I've been worrying if I've been doing enough work week to week, so I started out by addressing that with Janie. She gave me some ideas such as not trying to do too much, then get an overload of work at the end of the project. Those kind words of wisdom really made me feel better. My to do list certainly is hefty, but I do feel as though I have some good things going, and lot's more to go. I began to explain my future plans with her which included: Getting the athlete- trainer relationship on both the high school and college level, shadowing Kim Bailey and a trainer at Cornell, and somehow incorporating a photography aspect to my project. Mrs. Bryant told me to take it a week at a time, and continue with doing a weekly research question, which I plan to continue.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Research Topic of the Week
Although it is Tuesday....I wanted to address a topic of the week, and get some information out there today.
Especially during track season the common topic of Shin Splints is a common injury Athletic Trainers. I decided to hit up the internet for a little bit of information before I really hit the books that Bernie DePalma gave me.
http://www.thestretchinghandbook.com/archives/shin-splints.php
I found this site to be very helpful. Not only does it show the background info of the injury, but it touches upon the stretching aspect of preventing it as well. With being an athlete, and having my dad (track and cross country coach), I hear enough of the phrase "STRETCH NOW" than anyone. Stretching is one of the most important pieces to staying healthy, and ridding of an injury.
Especially during track season the common topic of Shin Splints is a common injury Athletic Trainers. I decided to hit up the internet for a little bit of information before I really hit the books that Bernie DePalma gave me.
http://www.thestretchinghandbook.com/archives/shin-splints.php
I found this site to be very helpful. Not only does it show the background info of the injury, but it touches upon the stretching aspect of preventing it as well. With being an athlete, and having my dad (track and cross country coach), I hear enough of the phrase "STRETCH NOW" than anyone. Stretching is one of the most important pieces to staying healthy, and ridding of an injury.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Class
Today in class we started with going over our requirements, and journal entry styles. We talked about all the different kind of approaches you can use to writing in your blog. While going over these tips, I did realize I have been doing all of the right things. On the other hand, I did notice I have been slacking in the amount of blogs I've posted. So now, getting a wake up call I do promise to blog more than 3 times a week.
Comparing the two readings we browsed over is quite simple. Both "Practicing", and "Two Tramps in Mud Time" directly correspond to our WISE class. I was so surprised to make so many connections, even in the first couple paragraphs. More specifically these readings show the process of doing a large project, and how progress is made every day. It represents what were doing in our day-to-day experience, trying to plan, work, and get a hands-on experience. It shows the high times and the lows, which I certainly have been facing. Lately my project have been going slow, and I've not been knowing what to do. Just like in in this poem, but as time goes on I'll begin to brainstorm more ideas, especially in the research area.
These two reading relate to each other by means of each season. During each season brings a new kind of attitude to their prospective projects. Time can correspond with each season, and will get better as time goes on, and you spend more time with your task. Each address the idea of never being afraid to do something new, and never hesitate to step outside of your comfort zone.
Comparing the two readings we browsed over is quite simple. Both "Practicing", and "Two Tramps in Mud Time" directly correspond to our WISE class. I was so surprised to make so many connections, even in the first couple paragraphs. More specifically these readings show the process of doing a large project, and how progress is made every day. It represents what were doing in our day-to-day experience, trying to plan, work, and get a hands-on experience. It shows the high times and the lows, which I certainly have been facing. Lately my project have been going slow, and I've not been knowing what to do. Just like in in this poem, but as time goes on I'll begin to brainstorm more ideas, especially in the research area.
These two reading relate to each other by means of each season. During each season brings a new kind of attitude to their prospective projects. Time can correspond with each season, and will get better as time goes on, and you spend more time with your task. Each address the idea of never being afraid to do something new, and never hesitate to step outside of your comfort zone.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Mentor Meeting
Friday's mentor meeting was very short, but sweet. Mrs. Bryant and I talked over the evaluation she had to do, which only took a little. Other than that, she just told me to keep and going and push more information out on the weekend, when I have more time.....So I took that advice to heart and keep going on my research...
I decided to research more on concussions after talking to Kim Bailey about them last week, it really got my interesting. I popped up on youtube to see what news reporters have been saying lately, because this has been such a huge topic in the headlines. I found this video to be very informational, and provides great details to this injury.
Concussion
I decided to research more on concussions after talking to Kim Bailey about them last week, it really got my interesting. I popped up on youtube to see what news reporters have been saying lately, because this has been such a huge topic in the headlines. I found this video to be very informational, and provides great details to this injury.
Concussion
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Interview
After school I interview Kim, and got the following information....With spring sports bustling through the training room, we chatted and had a nice talk about these specific questions.
1. How many hours of work do you have a week? responsibilities? Such as before/during/after practices
-It depends on the season of each sport, usually fall sports require the most amount of hours, and spring is the least because of games ending earlier. I spend anywhere from 15-45 hours in total a week. My responsibilities include taping, looking over injuries and progression with each athlete, and provide any service that's in my power.
2. What are you planning on getting when the new building is built? What supplies do you wish you had?
-Were getting a whole new training room, the hospital and medical center are providing a whirl pool, new tables, and more 2 longer tables. I wish I had more room as a whole, and more room for rehabbing. This includes having an eliptical, bike, wall straps, and permanent therabands.
3. Responsibilities during games? Topic of hydration
-During the game I mostly keep an eye on the game, and evaluate any injuries that occur. Athletic Trainers are usually the ones to check the weather, and especially watch for lightning. As for hydration, I check weather, and look at the field weather. If the temp. is over 90, we modify practices. And if the temp. on the field is over 95 then we immediately cancel any play. It's important to provide water before and after any type of play during this weather.
4. Describe Physical Therapy aspect? Connection with Dr. Getzin
-Dr. Getzin is my medical supervisor, which every Athletic Trainer must have. He is the physician that overseas my work, and is on-call all the time for injuries at IHS. Because there isn't much physical therapy that can go on at IHS, I'm in contact with Getzin about putting athletes into therapy at Cayuga Medical Center.
5. Cayuga Medical Center duties?
-I am a physician's extender which entails helping order x-rays, remove casts, help with injections, take patients histories, and much more.
6. High school vs. College injuries?
-I believe that their are more injuries in high school. Athletes are still developing skill level, and still developing their bodies. Their are far more high school teams in existence, and injuries sometimes relate to poor conditioning. Athletes in high school are always less prepared, especially when they make a large jump from modified sports to varsity.
7. Common sports specific injuries?
-Basketball: Concussion, ankles
-Football: ACL, Concussions, Hip Flexor
-Wrestling: Skin infections, Elbow dislocations, Shoulder
-Soccer: ACL
8. Topic of concussions and impact testing
-It's been a very important topic in the media, which has helped the issue, and made it more well-known. The downfall has also been over-diagnosing, because of the scare which come along with concussions now. With talk of adding helmets to Girls Lacrosse, you can see how big of an impact this injury has on all contact sports.
1. How many hours of work do you have a week? responsibilities? Such as before/during/after practices
-It depends on the season of each sport, usually fall sports require the most amount of hours, and spring is the least because of games ending earlier. I spend anywhere from 15-45 hours in total a week. My responsibilities include taping, looking over injuries and progression with each athlete, and provide any service that's in my power.
2. What are you planning on getting when the new building is built? What supplies do you wish you had?
-Were getting a whole new training room, the hospital and medical center are providing a whirl pool, new tables, and more 2 longer tables. I wish I had more room as a whole, and more room for rehabbing. This includes having an eliptical, bike, wall straps, and permanent therabands.
3. Responsibilities during games? Topic of hydration
-During the game I mostly keep an eye on the game, and evaluate any injuries that occur. Athletic Trainers are usually the ones to check the weather, and especially watch for lightning. As for hydration, I check weather, and look at the field weather. If the temp. is over 90, we modify practices. And if the temp. on the field is over 95 then we immediately cancel any play. It's important to provide water before and after any type of play during this weather.
4. Describe Physical Therapy aspect? Connection with Dr. Getzin
-Dr. Getzin is my medical supervisor, which every Athletic Trainer must have. He is the physician that overseas my work, and is on-call all the time for injuries at IHS. Because there isn't much physical therapy that can go on at IHS, I'm in contact with Getzin about putting athletes into therapy at Cayuga Medical Center.
5. Cayuga Medical Center duties?
-I am a physician's extender which entails helping order x-rays, remove casts, help with injections, take patients histories, and much more.
6. High school vs. College injuries?
-I believe that their are more injuries in high school. Athletes are still developing skill level, and still developing their bodies. Their are far more high school teams in existence, and injuries sometimes relate to poor conditioning. Athletes in high school are always less prepared, especially when they make a large jump from modified sports to varsity.
7. Common sports specific injuries?
-Basketball: Concussion, ankles
-Football: ACL, Concussions, Hip Flexor
-Wrestling: Skin infections, Elbow dislocations, Shoulder
-Soccer: ACL
8. Topic of concussions and impact testing
-It's been a very important topic in the media, which has helped the issue, and made it more well-known. The downfall has also been over-diagnosing, because of the scare which come along with concussions now. With talk of adding helmets to Girls Lacrosse, you can see how big of an impact this injury has on all contact sports.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Interview Tomorrow/Mentor Meeting
Sooooooooo the interview with Kim Bailey, IHS head Athletic Trainer is finally happening tomorrow afterschool, along with another mentor meeting with Mrs. Bryant. I've been planning my questions for Kim, and look forward to talking to her, and visiting my old home, the Training room since winter sports are long gone.....I know she may be busy with spring sports starting up, but even on the very first day of seeing her, I'll give her a hand.
I also plan on getting in contact with Bernie DePalma, Cornell Trainer, to set something up with him as well....
I also plan on getting in contact with Bernie DePalma, Cornell Trainer, to set something up with him as well....
Class
Today in class we split up into small groups to discuss the projects we had individually. Processing these older projects really gave me a wake up call, to get moving on my project. Although I have slowly been going at my project, it showed me how I really need to pick up the pace. We all agreed on how much we have to do throughout the year, and it'll take a lot more effort than what we're doing now. We put together a recipe of having a successful project, and journal. I really hope to have a well planned-out project, and keep things very neat, and clear.
Keys to Success
-Commitment
-Regularity
-Research
-Interviews/resources
-Reflection
-Collaboration
-Planning
& many more
Avoid
-Being messy!
-Vagueness/repetitive!
Keys to Success
-Commitment
-Regularity
-Research
-Interviews/resources
-Reflection
-Collaboration
-Planning
& many more
Avoid
-Being messy!
-Vagueness/repetitive!
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Mentor Meeting/Change of Plans
On Thursday during 5th period, Ms. Bryant and I had our mentor meeting. We talked about my future plans, and what I was planning on doing. She also asked me important questions such as where am I going with my project from here? I feel as though those type of questions are needed especially in the early process of my project, where I'm still trying to figure that out....
Because of spring sports starting on Monday, my interview with Kim got pushed back to next week, and I will discuss my spring plans with Kim then as well.
At my mentor meeting we discussed the type of questions I should be asking Kim during our interview.....
1. How many hours of work do you have a week? responsibilities? Such as before/during/after practices
2. How do you adapt to your facility? What are you planning on getting when the new building is built? What supplies do you wish you had?
3. Responsibilities during games? Topic of hydration
4. Describe Physical Therapy aspect? Connection with Dr. Getzin
5. Cayuga Medical Center duties? And how those relate to those at IHS?
6. High school vs. College injuries?
7. Common sports specific injuries?
8. Topic of concussions and impact testing
Injury comparison--------Contact sports, Stress Injuries, Impact Testing/ Concussions, Other....
Because of spring sports starting on Monday, my interview with Kim got pushed back to next week, and I will discuss my spring plans with Kim then as well.
At my mentor meeting we discussed the type of questions I should be asking Kim during our interview.....
1. How many hours of work do you have a week? responsibilities? Such as before/during/after practices
2. How do you adapt to your facility? What are you planning on getting when the new building is built? What supplies do you wish you had?
3. Responsibilities during games? Topic of hydration
4. Describe Physical Therapy aspect? Connection with Dr. Getzin
5. Cayuga Medical Center duties? And how those relate to those at IHS?
6. High school vs. College injuries?
7. Common sports specific injuries?
8. Topic of concussions and impact testing
Injury comparison--------Contact sports, Stress Injuries, Impact Testing/ Concussions, Other....
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Class Make-Up: Barnsong
As I said in my earlier post I was absent for our class on Tuesday, but still found a way to catch up and watch the Barnsong on my own. Although I did watch it all by myself in the library...which wasn't fun.....the things I do for WISE class.
Anyways, Barnsong was a documentary put together by an alumni WISE student, who filmed the process of another students project. I thought it was a very interesting idea to follow two WISE projects at once. The aspect of working together in this example is very important, and would be an issue if these two students didn't get along well. I found it very impressive to do all the handy-work that Austin was doing in this video, I could never picture doing any of that. I would also find it very difficult to work with either of my parents that frequently...My parents do play a large role in my WISE project, but that is kept to a minimum. I also really enjoyed how both of their projects were very hands-on, I really plan on having my project include many hands-on activities, and learning methods.
Anyways, Barnsong was a documentary put together by an alumni WISE student, who filmed the process of another students project. I thought it was a very interesting idea to follow two WISE projects at once. The aspect of working together in this example is very important, and would be an issue if these two students didn't get along well. I found it very impressive to do all the handy-work that Austin was doing in this video, I could never picture doing any of that. I would also find it very difficult to work with either of my parents that frequently...My parents do play a large role in my WISE project, but that is kept to a minimum. I also really enjoyed how both of their projects were very hands-on, I really plan on having my project include many hands-on activities, and learning methods.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Trainer Kim to the Rescue!
Today we had our class meeting rescheduled which I missed because of a doctors appointment.....and yes Ms. Gergely I will make up the journal assignment.
I've been talking with Kim Bailey, the head trainer at IHS and she has agreed to let me shadow her this spring, and give her a hand on almost anything. I also will be interviewing her this Thursday, and looking forward to it!
...........More to come.
I've been talking with Kim Bailey, the head trainer at IHS and she has agreed to let me shadow her this spring, and give her a hand on almost anything. I also will be interviewing her this Thursday, and looking forward to it!
...........More to come.
Sunday, February 27, 2011
The ACL Blues: Mens vs. Womens injuries
Back to reality with school tomorrow....these blogs will be comin' on strong don't you worry Ms. Gergely!
Great time has been spent researching the horrendous injury of the ACL (anterior cruciate ligament). The ACL, which is one of the 4 major knee ligaments is a very common injury in all sports. My interest comes into play by looking into the differences between the ACL injury in men and women.
Basic Info
-ACL injuries most commonly occur during non-contact mechanisms (jumping, lateral pivot while running)
-Biochemical, neuromuscular control, physiological, hormonal, and anatomic mechanisms contribute to the difference between sexes.
-Women use different neuromuscular control than men, which causes women to tear their ACL more frequently than males. Women have imbalances in their knees that cause them to control their knees like ball-and-socket joints attached to loose springs.
Sports Programs
- Recently, there has been a large uprising of girls and women participating in high-risk sports
-Female athletes that are engaged in sports involving jumping or pivoting are 4 to 6 times more likely to sustain an ACL injury than male athletes.
-Women's sports participation has increased 10 times, doubling every 10 years resulting in 3-3.2 million.
Jump-landing Differences:Neuromuscular Imbalances
1.) ligament dominance- decreased control of the joint, related to the knee abduction component of the injury.
2.) quadriceps dominance- decreased hamstring strength, related to knee extended component of the injury.
3.) leg dominance- difference in strength, flexibility, and coordination. Related to the asymmetrical foot weighing component of the injury.
4.) core instability- increased trunk motion, related to the foot displaced away from the body component of the injury.
Prevention and Treatment
- Both men and women take precautions and after-treatment to get their knee back to being in their regular physical activity. Most agree that wearing a brace doesn't help prevent the ACL injury. Instructions to strengthen the hamstring, quadriceps, and the large muscles on the back of the knee will help prevent future injury. By training the athlete for deep knee flexion jumps, it decreases the dangerous straight-legged position which results in tearing the ACL, or having the knee "give out". Leg-to-leg strength training is necessary, along with trunk and core training techniques which help with imbalanced trunk, hip, and pelvis.
Great time has been spent researching the horrendous injury of the ACL (anterior cruciate ligament). The ACL, which is one of the 4 major knee ligaments is a very common injury in all sports. My interest comes into play by looking into the differences between the ACL injury in men and women.
Basic Info
-ACL injuries most commonly occur during non-contact mechanisms (jumping, lateral pivot while running)
-Biochemical, neuromuscular control, physiological, hormonal, and anatomic mechanisms contribute to the difference between sexes.
-Women use different neuromuscular control than men, which causes women to tear their ACL more frequently than males. Women have imbalances in their knees that cause them to control their knees like ball-and-socket joints attached to loose springs.
Sports Programs
- Recently, there has been a large uprising of girls and women participating in high-risk sports
-Female athletes that are engaged in sports involving jumping or pivoting are 4 to 6 times more likely to sustain an ACL injury than male athletes.
-Women's sports participation has increased 10 times, doubling every 10 years resulting in 3-3.2 million.
Jump-landing Differences:Neuromuscular Imbalances
1.) ligament dominance- decreased control of the joint, related to the knee abduction component of the injury.
2.) quadriceps dominance- decreased hamstring strength, related to knee extended component of the injury.
3.) leg dominance- difference in strength, flexibility, and coordination. Related to the asymmetrical foot weighing component of the injury.
4.) core instability- increased trunk motion, related to the foot displaced away from the body component of the injury.
Prevention and Treatment
- Both men and women take precautions and after-treatment to get their knee back to being in their regular physical activity. Most agree that wearing a brace doesn't help prevent the ACL injury. Instructions to strengthen the hamstring, quadriceps, and the large muscles on the back of the knee will help prevent future injury. By training the athlete for deep knee flexion jumps, it decreases the dangerous straight-legged position which results in tearing the ACL, or having the knee "give out". Leg-to-leg strength training is necessary, along with trunk and core training techniques which help with imbalanced trunk, hip, and pelvis.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
The Inside Hookups
Today I talked to the Ithaca High School trainer, Kim Bailey, since I am a frequent visitor of hers. We set up an interview time, and I will most likely be helping her out in the Spring. This will work well while I also visit the training room at Cornell University. Contrasting these two training facilities will help me answer the broad research questions of college vs. high school Athletic Training.
I continue my research everyday and will be posting some information about the Research question of the week....
.....and my meeting with Janie B (Mrs.Bryant) got moved to friday this week....
I continue my research everyday and will be posting some information about the Research question of the week....
.....and my meeting with Janie B (Mrs.Bryant) got moved to friday this week....
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Research, research, research.....
While continuing my many hours of researching I stumbled upon this extremely interesting article. It addresses the statistics of injuries between men and women, and the kinds of injuries they attain.
http://ajph.aphapublications.org/cgi/reprint/80/12/1459.pdf
Check ittt outt!
...more research to come.....
http://ajph.aphapublications.org/cgi/reprint/80/12/1459.pdf
Check ittt outt!
...more research to come.....
Sunday, February 6, 2011
2 Week Plan
Monday Feb. 7- WISE Class meeting
Tuesday Feb 8- Research topic specific question: Difference between Mens vs Women's sports injuries, sports specific?
Wednesday Feb 9- Meeting with mentor, Jane Bryant, give her the details of my project and my future plans
Thursday Feb 10- Contact IHS Trainer, Kim Bailey, to set up meeting for an interview or informational meeting
Friday Feb 11- Continue research started on Tuesday
Monday Feb. 14- Valentine's Day/WISE Class meeting
Tuesday Feb. 15- Read 2 articles from my bibliography, take notes
Wednesday 16- Mentor meeting
Thursday 17- E-mail physical therapist Brian Lee, for interview session
Friday 18- Researching a new question: Difference between college and high school injuries?
Tuesday Feb 8- Research topic specific question: Difference between Mens vs Women's sports injuries, sports specific?
Wednesday Feb 9- Meeting with mentor, Jane Bryant, give her the details of my project and my future plans
Thursday Feb 10- Contact IHS Trainer, Kim Bailey, to set up meeting for an interview or informational meeting
Friday Feb 11- Continue research started on Tuesday
Monday Feb. 14- Valentine's Day/WISE Class meeting
Tuesday Feb. 15- Read 2 articles from my bibliography, take notes
Wednesday 16- Mentor meeting
Thursday 17- E-mail physical therapist Brian Lee, for interview session
Friday 18- Researching a new question: Difference between college and high school injuries?
First Post!....My Project
My project interest started last year, when I was lucky enough to shadow at the Cornell University Athletic Training room, for two sports teams. By having this experience, I wanted to explore more into the profession of Athletic Training. Along with being a dedicated athlete, having injuries propelled me to research more about the difference and similarities between injuries. My main goal is to discover the answers to many of my research questions, and have as many hands-on experiences as I can. These experiences include visiting different sports medicine facilities, and comparing professions within the large field. A large part of my project will be spent learning how to develop rehabilitation plans for athletes. This is one of the most important skills to have as an Athletic Trainer, and a large interest of mine. More specifically with Athletic Training, I want to focus on the difference between high school and college Athletic Training, and the injuries that come along with it. With great references around Ithaca, large amounts of my time will be spent in various facilities, sports practices and games, and interviewing topic specific professionals.
I'm extremely excited to get started!
I'm extremely excited to get started!
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