This section of NYHL online is devoted to Trainers and those responsible for conditioning, treatment, prevention of injuries, and the general good health of young athletes. We will be on the lookout for articles, news items and features that will be of value and interest to this specialized area of sport management. Wherever possible we will provide the links to related subjects and we will welcome any input that you feel may fit the criteria for this section.
The deadline for applying for a team staff pass is January 2nd. No applications can be accepted after 5pm on that day. If you’re having a problem with the application you need to resolve it before the cut off. To date we have successfully issued over 1350 passes. If you are having trouble for some reason get in touch with your Club Contact and get it resolved before January 2nd.
Hockey helmets, like almost all consumer products, have a life cycle. The inner padding and the plastic shell components lose their protective capability over time and are less effective in preventing injury. The helmet is often a neglected piece that isn’t considered perishable. It’s often assumed to be indestructible and, until it fails and injury results, it isn’t given much thought. While it is important that coaches and parents ensure that all protective equipment worn by players is in good condition, the helmet often escapes vigilance. There is a small sticker on the back of the helmet that has the maximum effective date on it. Once the product ages beyond that date it has to be replaced. To continue to wear it in games is not only dangerous, it also violates the rules of the game. With the traditional gift-giving period coming up now is an opportune time to check those helmets and replace the ones that are out of date. Your player will not only be more comfortable, but a lot safer too.
It is a common misconception that an athlete must have a loss of consciousness in order to be diagnosed with a concussion. In reality, loss of consciousness is seen in less than 10% of concussions. Important to note is the fact that concussion signs and symptoms are typically transient, and resolve in a sequential manner. It is also important to be aware that symptoms
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