Athletic Medicine

Athletic trainers are highly skilled healthcare professionals with expertise in the prevention, evaluation, and
treatment of injury. They hold both a national certification following the passing of a Board exam, as well as
obtaining a medical license from the state of Minnesota. From the onset of injury, through recovery and return
to play, an athletic trainer works with your student-athlete every step of the way. The core competencies of an
athletic trainer include:

• Injury Prevention and Wellness Promotion
• Examination, Assessment, and Diagnosis
• Immediate and Emergency Care
• Therapeutic Intervention
• Healthcare Administration and Professional Responsibility

TCO is taking every possible measure to ensure the safety of our student-athletes, using recommendations from the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA), the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC), along with the guidelines set by the school and/or district.

Athletic Trainers are contracted to cover all home varsity sports and various lower level sports depending on sport and season. Please check with your coach or athletic office for details. Should you have a question for us you may contact us at the numbers and emails listed above.

At some point during the sports season it may be necessary for your child to see a physician. I can work with you to obtain an appointment with a sports medicine physician. It is important to keep open lines of communication with all members of the sports medicine team and I will communicate with the physician your child sees to ensure a safe return to play.

If your son/daughter is seen or treated by a physician for an injury or serious illness, they must bring a written note from the physician before they can return to practice or play in a game. This is a Minnesota State High School League Rule (Bylaw 107.00). This is for the student’s protection as well as to keep everyone informed as to the student’s readiness. If you forget to get a note, you can have one faxed to 763-745-6625, or send by email (PDF), to the above email addresses.