PREVENTION
• Condition adequately before season begins.
• Allow for and encourage adequate rest between practices.
• Make certain that athletes are getting frequent water breaks.
• Add fresh fruit and salad to diet to replenish vitamins and minerals lost in sweat.
• Increase fluid intake before and after from practice.
• Be aware of heat/humidity.

COMMONLY ASSOCIATED WITH:
Football, soccer, wrestling

It is extremely important to be able to recognize serious and/or life threatening injuries. These injuries are not always obvious therefore, we recommend that someone (i.e. a coach or team parent) become certified in Basic First Aide Procedures. The American Red Cross offers frequent courses in the procedures.