Preventing Exertional Heat Illnesses in Sports: Expert Insights from Dr. Rod Walters, DA, ATC

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Course Info (BOC Domains of Athletic Training; Presentation Description; Learning Objectives; Clinical Practice Gap Statement; Clinical Bottom Line)
BOC Domains of Athletic Training: Domain I - Injury and Illness Prevention and Wellness Promotion Domain II - Assessment, Evaluation and Diagnosis Domain III - Immediate and Emergency Care Presentation Description: This presentation dives into the critical topic of exertional heat illnesses in athletic settings, with insights from Dr. Rod Walters, a nationally recognized athletic trainer and consultant. With over four decades of experience, Dr. Walters explores the evolution of exertional heat illness management, prevention strategies, and best practices. Attendees will gain practical knowledge for preventing and managing these incidents effectively, ensuring the safety of athletes across all levels of play. Learning Objectives: Identify key risk factors and preventive measures for exertional heat illnesses in athletic populations. Understand the critical role of emergency action plans (EAPs) and rapid response protocols in managing exertional heat illnesses. Recognize the importance of individualized treatment based on body composition and environmental conditions. Clinical Practice Gap Statement: Exertional heat illnesses are 100% preventable with proper planning, recognition, and response. However, inconsistencies in implementing evidence-based protocols, such as acclimatization strategies, hydration practices, and rapid cooling techniques, persist across many athletic programs. This presentation addresses these gaps by providing actionable insights to standardize preventive measures and response protocols in athletic settings. Clinical Bottom Line Statement: Exertional heat illnesses remain a leading cause of preventable fatalities in sports. By employing deliberate preparation, including acclimatization, hydration, and individualized risk assessments, along with rapid cooling interventions and adherence to emergency action plans, healthcare professionals can significantly reduce the incidence and severity of these conditions.
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Continuing Education Credits / Course Disclaimers and Conflicts of Interest / Refund Policy
Action Medicine Consultants, LLC (BOC AP#: P12095) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers (ATs). This program is eligible for a maximum of 0.75 Category A hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program. GENERAL DISCLAIMER: It is the responsibility of the participant, relying on the independent expertise and knowledge of the patient, to determine the best treatment and method of application for the patient. Participants must use discretion when using the information contained within this presentation.  The presenter has provided the following regarding disclaimers: The information and content provided in this course are for informational purposes only. The presenter nor Action Medicine Consultants, LLC bears no liability for your use of this information and content. The views expressed in this course are those of the presenter(s). CONFLICTS OF INTEREST: In compliance with continuing education requirements, all presenters must disclose any financial or other associations with the manufacturers of commercial products, suppliers of commercial services, or commercial supporters as well as any use of unlabeled product(s) or product(s) under investigational use.  This presentation does not involve the unlabeled use of a product or product under investigational use.  During the presentation, the presenter provides disclosure of any relevant financial relationships or other associations.  Refund Policy:  Live (virtual or in-person) Courses - Full refunds (Minus 10% for handling fees) are given after completion of the course if cancellation request is received 14 days prior to the course date. No refunds will be given after this deadline, but fees may be applied to another current or a future course. This also applies to virtual courses if a technical issue occurred on the presenter side that prevented a full presentation from being performed. On-Demand Courses - No refunds will be given, but fees may be applied to another current or a future course if there is a technical issue in Action Medicine Consultant's delivery of the course and in which no certificate of completion was issued.
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