Injury "DEFCON" Scale

The purpose of the injury "DEFCON Scale" is to be able to communicate better where the athlete is if she is injured. Of course the goal is to stay in the "No threat" zone. With any of the lower levels, and athlete may be directed to the athletic trainer.

COACH WILKINSON’S DEFCON SCALE FOR RUNNERS INJURIES

Also note, that contrary to popular belief. Ice is not necessarily the right answer! I'm sure you are familiar with the R.I.C.E method of dealing with injuries. Well, the doctor who came up with that now claims, you might want to reconsider. Check out this article Dr. Gabe Mirkin wrote: