– a Podcast to Promote and Improve YOUR practice of Athletic Training
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Mike Cendoma knows Athletic Training, Airway Management and Emergency Procedures. His company created the FMXtractor to help quickly and safely remove a face mask during an emergency.
He has also developed TeamEMSoft, a program designed to help you walk through you emergency plan, share it with visiting teams and local EMS.
Contact Mike Cendoma
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Mike Hopper is about to build a new AT Facility at Bishop Lynch High School. He has spoken with Dr. Jim Berry and several other seasoned Athletic Trainers about what to include, layout, things to purchase first and so forth.
Brendan Sweed works for Collins Sports Med and has been walking throughout the process with Mike. From a Sports Medicine sales company there are certain insights to best products, best prices and best practices.
I will share some of our DIY renovation we have done here at Pasadena.
Contact Mike
Twitter: Mike Hopper
Contact Brendan
email: brendan.sweed@collinssports.com
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Mark Gibson is currently the head of the International Committee and is looking at ways to expand the reach of Athletic Training outside of the US borders. There are lots of opportunities for ATs to volunteer, intern or work out side the US right now. Mark first joined the Sports Medicine Broadcast while on site at NATA Houston and is coming back to tell us even more.
Stephanie Ascherl leads FundForTeachers.org in Houston. Previously appearing on a podcast where we discussed grant opportunities Stephanie's organization specializes in sending teachers on summer enrichment opportunities. If you are an AT working for a qualifying school district then read up and see if one of the International Committee opportunities can be funded by FundForTeachers.org.
Contact Mark Gibson
Contact Stephanie Ascherl
While your on those long international flights you could be using the Medbridge App to earn some of your CEUs. Register using my code “TheSMB” to save money, support the podcast, and be entered to win a second year free.
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Is your Emergency bag packed and ready to go?
Is it easily identifiable?
Do your helpers know what to do if you say go get the emergency bag?
Have you checked with your local EMS about what might be good to add to your kit?
Perry and Bubba join the Sports Medicine Broadcast to share best practices in packing an emergency bag for the best opportunity at success.
If Perry only had one item to help in an emergency it would be a clean towel.
NasoPharyngeal Airway
Tourniquet
Shears
Penlight
Gloves
Gauze
CPR Mask
Magic marker –
T on head for tourniquet
Numbering system for accountability
Perry’s “Magic Towel”
Pulse ox – good for asthma kids in regular use
Flat and Phillips head screwdriver or Leatherman multi-tool
Small mirror
Hard candy for diabetic
Head lamp to replace pen light
Cynch-Lock Tamper Evident Seals
Use the Sports Medicine Broadcast discount code “SMB25” to purchase your bright red StatPacks
Contact Perry
Tweet Bubba
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Jake Ritter is an AT in Alaska, you know the frozen state. Besides dressing in layers there are some really useful tips for cold weather gear. Snow is wet so you have to plan for the cold and wet anytime your out there.
Bart Peterson is and AT in Arizona, you know the Mojave Dessert state. Dealing with the sweltering heat, staying hydrated and avoiding sunburn can get a bit draining.
Here we discuss some of the favorite gear from seasoned ATs in extreme weather areas.
I have compiled a list of discounts for ATs so you can hopefully score some great deals as you prepare for your next AT season.
Got a favorite? Let me know and we can add it to the list.
FrioHydration will keep your athletes hydrated in the heat or the cold. Email GetFrio@FrioHydration.com
Contact Jake Ritter
Email: ritter907@gmail.com
Tweet Jake: @FrontierATC
Bart Peterson
Tweet Bart @bart_peterson
Email: arizatc@cox.net
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Athletic Trainers are healthcare providers who are know for being able to adapt to the situation and handle both emergency situations and post surgical rehabs. We know about Injury Psychology and teach our athletes how to cope with a season or career ending injury. However Christi Keeler has had a long battle with depression since giving birth to her second child. As an Athletic Trainer and a mom she is sharing her story so we can better understand, prepare, and have patience in the event of an athlete, co-worker or even our struggle with depression.