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Episode Summary:
In this high-impact episode of the AT Pit Crew Podcast, host Ray Castle welcomes Kellie Loehr, ATC, head athletic trainer at USA Lacrosse. Kellie is a seasoned expert in sports emergency care, specializing in lacrosse. She dives into the essentials of Emergency Action Plan (EAP) development, including the unique challenges of lacrosse equipment, emergency protocols, and best practices for collaborating with EMS at events.
Kellie shares valuable lessons learned from her experiences managing international lacrosse tournaments, highlights innovative strategies for improving athlete safety, and provides insight into how to continuously evolve emergency protocols.
Key Takeaways:
- Customizing EAPs: EAPs for lacrosse require sport-specific considerations, including differences between men’s and women’s equipment and injury patterns like commotio cordis.
- Helmet and Equipment Removal: Learn why lacrosse helmet removal differs from football and why poorly fitted helmets pose a challenge.
- EMS Collaboration: Effective communication and relationship-building with EMS is vital. Kellie stresses proactive planning through joint trainings and site visits.
- Lessons from Major Events: Discover how proactive planning helped manage emergencies during the Women's World Lacrosse Championship and how lessons from that event improved future protocol development.
- Athlete and Parent Communication: Building trust through transparency and education is critical to ensuring injuries are reported promptly and handled appropriately.
About the Guest:
Kellie Loehr, ATC, is the head athletic trainer at USA Lacrosse and works with MedStar Health in Maryland. With nearly a decade of experience coordinating medical coverage for over 200 annual lacrosse events, including international tournaments, Kellie has been a driving force in improving emergency care planning and response for the sport.
Connect with Kellie Loehr:
Twitter: @kellie_loehr
LinkedIn: @kellieabendschoenloehr
Production Credits:
This podcast is a production of Action Medicine Consultants, LLC.
Legal Disclaimer:
The medical information provided in this episode is for informational purposes only and should not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical concerns.
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