CHSAA Sports Medicine Sports Medicine Advisory Committee (SMAC) Purpose: The CHSAA Sports Medicine Advisory Committee is a collective group of medical and educational professionals whose expertise provides current information to the Association membership. It is designed to reflect and evaluate information provided throughout several resources. Mission: The mission of the Sports Medicine Advisory Committee is to provide information, vision and guidance to the Colorado High School Activities Association, while emphasizing the health and safety of students participating in interscholastic sports and activities. SMAC Newsletter Fall Winter Spring SMAC Alerts 2025 September Mental Wellness Mondays 2025 August Head, Heart & Heat videos Chapters: Introduction Concussions Return to Play Cardiac Arrest Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Prevention & Treatment of Heat Illness Heat Illness Definitions Pre-participation Physical Evaluation (PPE) Emergency Action Plans (EAP) Summary Quick Links: This is a collection of best practices and is not intended to be construed as policy or in place of medical advice but is intended to serve as an educational tool and reference material for coaches, athletes and parents. This information is thorough, will be updated when appropriate, and is not all-inclusive. Sports Medicine Handbook CHSAA Bylaws Relating to Sports Medicine CHSAA Lightning Policy NFHS Lightning Policy and Procedures CHSAA and Perry Weather Partnership Chiropractors Who Are Sports Physical Certified for Colorado Coaches Become Mandatory Reporters of Child Abuse and Neglect NFHS Sports Medicine Korey Stringer Institute American Red Cross - Find A Class Near You Concussion Course: THIS COURSE IS REQUIRED FOR COACHES Pre-Event Huddle Statement Pre-Event Huddle Checklist NFHS/NCCSIR Catastrophic Athletic Events - Resources PPE Forms: Note: The following are forms were approved by Legislative Council April-2024. No online/virtual physicals should be accepted. INSTRUCTIONS Sports Physical /Preparticipation Physical Examination (PPE) PPE Form - ALL PAGES 1-4 PPE Form - ALL PAGES 1-4 - Spanish PPE Form - Medical History Form (PAGES 1-2) *Must be filled out by legal guardian/parent prior to physical examination appointment PPE Form - Medical History Form - Spanish (PAGES 1-2) *Must be filled out by legal guardian/parent prior to physical examination appointment PPE Form - Physical Examination Form (PAGE 3) *To be completed by provider PPE Form - Physical Examination Form - Spanish (PAGE 3) *To be completed by provider PPE Form - Student Medical Eligibility Form (Page 4) *To be completed by provider - ONLY FORM TURNED INTO SCHOOL PPE Form - Student Medical Eligibility From (Page 4) - Spanish *To be completed by provider - ONLY FORM TURNED INTO SCHOOL Athletes with Disabilities Form Emergency Action Plans: Template Checklist NFHS Course NFHS High School Today Article (December 2021) – “Emergency Action Plans: Practice Makes Perfect” https://www.nfhs.org/articles/emergency-action-plans-practice-makes-perfect?ArtId=598319 Anyone Can Save a Life – Emergency Action Planning Program http://www.anyonecansavealife.org/ NFHS “The Collapsed Athlete” Online Course from NFHSLearn.com https://nfhslearn.com/courses/the-collapsed-athlete Cardiac Info: NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest Course Any One Can Save A Life NATA Preventing Sudden Death In Sport AED Statement Sudden Cardiac Arrest Handout Heat Related Illness Info: CHSAA SMAC Heat Acclimatization and Heat Illness Prevention Position Statement CHSAA SMAC Heat Acclimatization and Safety Priorities CHSAA SMAC Heat Illness NFHS Learn on online course "Heat Illness Prevention" Heat Acclimatization and Heat Illness Prevention NFHS SMAC Hydration Position Statement Korey Stringer Heat Illness Prevention Handout NFHS Fluid Replacement and Dehydration NFHS Heat Related Illness Concussion Info: NFHS Concussion Course - Intended for coaches, administrators & parents NFHS Concussion Course - Intended for students Children's Hospital Concussion Comeback Children's Hospital Concussion Comeback (Spanish) Updated CDE Concussion Management Guidelines Concussion Program - Information for Athletes Return to School After a Concussion REAP - Concussion Management Program FORMS: Head Trauma Notification Letter Head Trauma Notification Forms YOU MATTER: Mental Health It's okay to not be okay. You're not alone. It's not a sign of weakness to ask for help. You matter. Call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (NSPL) at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The service is available to everyone. The deaf and hard of hearing can contact the Lifeline via TTY at 1-800-799-4889. All calls are confidential. Contact social media outlets directly if you are concerned about a friend's social media updates or dial 911 in an emergency. Learn more on the NSPL’s website. Colorado Crisis Center Talking to kids about suicide A guide to prevent suicide at home How to talk to children and youth (Español) NFHS course: Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Mental Health in elite athletes Air Quality NFHS Position Statement on Physical Activity, Air Quality and Wildfires Air Quality and Exercise Guidance for School Athletic Activities During High Pollution/Smoke Events Colorado Air Quality COVID-19 Please defer to your local county health department and school district for guidance related to COVID-19 COVID-19 for Coaches & Administrators (NFHS Course) CDC CDPHE Football-specific safety recommendations: NOCSAE News: Football Helmets and Concussion Protection NOCSAE Addresses Add-on Helmet Products NOCSAE Statement on Virginia Tech Star Rating System for Concussions Athletic Trainer Info: Colorado Athletic Trainers Association (contact Jed Kirby or Dominic DiManna for more information) National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) Athletic Health Care Provider "Time Out" Meeting Pre-Event Check List NATA Practice and Patient Care NATA Position on Acute Management of the Cervical Spine Injured Athlete NFHS Sports Medicine: NFHS Sports Medicine High School RIO (Reporting Information Online) NFHS & SMAC Guideline on Position Statements Sickle Cell Trait Position Statement - Supplements Steriods Information Health & Wellness a Coaches Guide to Hydration, Nutrition, & Supplements Communicable Disease & Skin Infection Procedures MRSA Guidelines Mouthguard Recommendations Energy Drink Use Information Course: Appearance and Performance-Enhancing Drugs and Substances Course: Concussion for Students Course: First Aid, Health and Safety Course: Sports Nutrition Course: Strength and Conditioning