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In keeping with the mission of the Ridgefield High School Athletics Department the Sports Medicine program is dedicated to assisting student athletes' pursuit of their athletic and personal goals. Top notch facilities, personnel and technology are utilized to enhance physical readiness for optimal performance, provide injury prevention strategies, and promote recovery from injury/illness. Support for student athletes is provided by our Licensed and Certified Athletic Training staff. Utilizing an evidence-based multi disciplinary approach to promote injury prevention, wellness education and effective management of athletic injuries and illnesses clinicians create an innovative and collaborative culture for optimum care for student athletes.
Rachel Marino, Head Athletic Trainer
Athletic Training Room Phone: 203-894-5750 ext. 2758
Self-Administration of Medication Form (Note self-Administration is the very bottom section of the form)
** All athletes are expected to sign in for treatment**
** All athletes are expected to sign in for treatment**
Reporting of Injuries:
Reporting of Injuries:
All student athletes are expected to notify the AT of any injury, so we can determine appropriate next steps.
Any injury that requires a MD visit for any reason, will require a MD clearance note to return.
AT can be reached via email rmarino@ridgefieldps.net or a message can be left at 203-894-5750 x2229 and your call will be returned as soon as possible.
Hours:
Hours:
The Athletic Trainer will be on campus on school days starting at 12pm.
Treatments by appointment from 12:00-1:30.
Athletic Training Room will be open from 1:30-3:15/start of practices for taping, etc.
From 3:15 on, the Athletic Trainer will be on-site providing practice and game coverage.
Taping Policy:
Taping Policy:
The Athletic Trainer determines who and what gets taped.
We must evaluate you before we tape you.
On busy days, taping priority goes to athletes playing in away games, followed by home games and practices.
Athletic Training Room Rules:
Athletic Training Room Rules:
All athletes will be expected to act in a respectful and appropriate manner benefiting themselves, their team, and Ridgefield High School.
There will be NO profanity or disrespectful language allowed in the Athletic Training Room.
No food or snacks.
Please pick up after yourselves.
Athletic Training FAQ
What is an Athletic Trainer?
An Athletic Trainer (AT) is an Allied Healthcare professional who specializes in injury prevention, as well as the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
How do I find the Athletic Trainer?
The AT can be found on campus daily! The Athletic Training Room is open starting at 12:00 by appointment and at 1:30 for drop-in visits, and the Athletic Trainer remains on campus until the end of sporting events.
What do I do if I get hurt?
If you are injured, regardless of how, please see the Athletic Trainer, Rachel Marino, in the Athletic Training Room. The AT will assess the injury and make the appropriate recommendations.
What about follow-up after my injury?
The outcome of your treatment will be improved if you follow up with the Athletic Trainer. Be sure to check in daily and complete all instructions you are given so that you can recover as quickly as possible. If you are not improving, please let the AT know. If you don't come see the AT, it may be assumed that you are doing fine. Any limitations in your workout, lifting and conditioning should be discussed with the Athletic Trainer, who can help communicate restrictions or modifications necessary to your coach(es).
When does my child need a doctor's note?
Any time your child goes to see a doctor for an injury or long term illness that affects their ability to participate in athletics, they will need a note to return. Our recommendation - when in doubt, get a note!!
What should I do if I suspect my student-athlete may have sustained a head injury?
If your student-athlete sustains a head injury and an Athletic Trainer is not present, for an emergency dial 9-1-1 or take them to their primary care physician or Emergency Room for evaluation. If an AT is on site, please have them consult the AT staff for evaluation and further recommendations. If a concussion is diagnosed by the physician, a graduated return to play protocol supervised by the AT staff is required before returning to full participation.
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