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Understanding Sports Medicine, Part 3 - The First Response for Sports Trauma Course

Broadcast on:
21 Aug 2023

The First Response for Sports Trauma Course (FRST) is discussed. This is not a course about orthopedic injuries, etc.  It is designed to provide first responders with the skills required to recognize, treat and transport athletes who become ill or suffer traumatic injury during sporting events, for conditions including cardiac arrest, heart arrhythmias, concussion, spinal injuries and heat-related illnesses.

What's discussed? The need for AEDs, coaches training to recognize when to call 911, the AED in 3 Challenge for high schools, access to emergency access plans, immobilization and more!   

Link to FRST Course HERE.