Exercise Science/Sports Medicine: Grades 11-12 (2022)
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Students will explore the fundamental aspects of Exercise Science/Sports Medicine.1

1
Identify members of the Sports Medicine team.1.1
1. a
  Recognize the primary members of the sports medicine team to include: Coach, Athlete, Parents, Team Physician, Certified Athletic Trainer, and Allied Health professionals.1.1.a
2. b
  Understand that other careers provide support to the sports medicine team. 1.1.b
3. c
  Compare and contrast the roles of each member of the sports medicine team. 1.1.c
2
Explore a variety of therapeutic careers and describe the job duties and skills, education required, job settings, and potential salary for each of the following: 1.2
1. a
  Athletic Trainer (AT) 1.2.a
2. b
  Physical Therapist (PT) 1.2.b
3. c
  Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) 1.2.c
4. d
  Occupational Therapist (OT) 1.2.d
5. e
  Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) 1.2.e
6. f
  Exercise Physiologist 1.2.f
7. g
  Orthopedic Surgeon 1.2.g
8. h
  Physician 1.2.h
  1
  DO1.2.h.1
  2
  MD1.2.h.2
9. i
  Physician Assistant (PA) 1.2.i
10. j
  Nurse Practitioner (NP) 1.2.j
11. k
  Biomechanist 1.2.k
12. l
  Prosthetist1.2.l
13. m
  Orthotist1.2.m
14. n
  Podiatrist1.2.n
15. o
  Chiropractor (DC) 1.2.o
16. p
  Sports Psychologist 1.2.p
17. q
  Emergency Medicine 1.2.q
  1
  EMT1.2.q.1
  2
  Paramedic1.2.q.2
18. r
  Certified Strength & Conditional Specialist/Personal Trainer (CSCS) 1.2.r
19. s
  Registered Dietician (RD) 1.2.s
20. t
  Massage Therapist (LMT) 1.2.t
3
Explain legal issues and legal terminology. 1.3
1. a
  Discuss risk management in an athletic setting. 1.3.a
  1
  Collision1.3.a.1
  2
  Contact1.3.a.2
  3
  Non-contact 1.3.a.3
  4
  Surfaces1.3.a.4
2. b
  Define legal terminology and discuss issues, including: 1.3.b
  1
  Assumption of Risk 1.3.b.1
  2
  Battery 1.3.b.2
  3
  Commission1.3.b.3
  4
  Omission1.3.b.4
  5
  Failure to Warn 1.3.b.5
  6
  HIPAA1.3.b.6
  7
  Informed Consent 1.3.b.7
  8
  Liability1.3.b.8
  9
  Malpractice1.3.b.9
  10
  Negligence1.3.b.10
  1
  Duty of care 1.3.b.10.1
  2
  Breach of duty 1.3.b.10.2
  3
  Damage/injury occurred 1.3.b.10.3
  4
  Proximal cause 1.3.b.10.4
  11
  Standard of Care 1.3.b.11
  12
  Statute of limitations 1.3.b.12
  13
  Good Samaritan law 1.3.b.13
3. c
  Discuss parameters of ethical conduct and associated issues, including: 1.3.c
  1
  Americans with Disabilities Act 1.3.c.1
  2
  Cheating1.3.c.2
  3
  Drug testing 1.3.c.3
  4
  Fair play and sportsmanship 1.3.c.4
  5
  Performance enhancing drugs 1.3.c.5
  6
  Scope of practice 1.3.c.6
  7
  Title IX (Gender equity in sports) 1.3.c.7
  8
  Winning at all costs 1.3.c.8
4. d
  Review preventative measures to reduce potential risks of litigation. 1.3.d
  1
  Medical History & Pre-participation Physical Examination (PPE) 1.3.d.1
  2
  Carry liability insurance 1.3.d.2
  3
  Continuing education 1.3.d.3
  4
  Appropriate documentation 1.3.d.4
  5
  Follow physician orders and recommendations 1.3.d.5
  6
  Have an emergency action plan (EAP) 1.3.d.6
  7
  Maintain adequate supervision 1.3.d.7
  8
  Maintain good rapport with the Sports Medicine Team 1.3.d.8

Students will describe principles of sports psychology. 2

1
Identify the psychological implications of an injury to an athlete. 2.1
1. a
  Describe the five psychological phases an athlete experiences following an injury. 2.1.a
  1
  Denial2.1.a.1
  2
  Anger2.1.a.2
  3
  Bargaining2.1.a.3
  4
  Depression2.1.a.4
  5
  Acceptance2.1.a.5
2. b
  Compare and contrast how some athletes may view pain. 2.1.b
  1
  Deny pain and loss of function. 2.1.b.1
  2
  Injury as a source of relief. 2.1.b.2
2
Identify effective psychological intervention skills. 2.2
1. a
  Describe the importance of goal setting. 2.2.a
  1
  Performance goals 2.2.a.1
  2
  Outcome goals 2.2.a.2
  3
  SMART goals 2.2.a.3
2. b
  Examine different relaxation techniques and how they can help performance. 2.2.b
  1
  Focused breathing 2.2.b.1
  2
  Progressive muscle relaxation 2.2.b.2
  3
  Visual Imagery 2.2.b.3
3
Identify potential problems associated with overtraining. 2.3
1. a
  Compare and contrast staleness and burnout. 2.3.a
2. b
  Identify interventions to prevent or treat staleness or burnout. 2.3.b
  1
  Remove from activity 2.3.b.1
  2
  Time off 2.3.b.2
  3
  Allow athlete to have more control 2.3.b.3
  4
  Decreasing emotional and stressful demands 2.3.b.4
  5
  Avoid repetition 2.3.b.5
  6
  Sufficient attention to complaints and small injuries 2.3.b.6
  7
  Supportive and caring environment 2.3.b.7
4
Discuss different sources of anxiety that athletes may deal with. 2.4
1. a
  Trauma Induced 2.4.a
2. b
  Stress related 2.4.b
3. c
  Phobias 2.4.c
5
Discuss depression in athletes. 2.5
1. a
  Causes2.5.a
2. b
  Resources (sources for professional help) 2.5.b
3. c
  Coping strategies 2.5.c

Students will describe the injury and healing process, including basic injury assessment. 3

1
Discuss the inflammatory response and the healing process. 3.1
1. a
  Compare and contrast Acute and Chronic injuries 3.1.a
2. b
  Discuss the purpose of inflammation. 3.1.b
3. c
  Categorize the stages of acute injury healing and explain the processes involved in each: 3.1.c
  1
  Acute (Inflammation) Phase: 3.1.c.1
  1
  Signs and symptoms of inflammation 3.1.c.1.1
  1
  Heat3.1.c.1.1.1
  2
  Redness3.1.c.1.1.2
  3
  Swelling3.1.c.1.1.3
  4
  Pain3.1.c.1.1.4
  5
  Loss of function 3.1.c.1.1.5
  2
  Time frame 3.1.c.1.2
  3
  Define vasodilatation and explain why it occurs 3.1.c.1.3
  4
  Define hypoxia and explain its role in secondary cell death. 3.1.c.1.4
  5
  Describe the R.I.C.E. method to treat acute injuries. 3.1.c.1.5
  2
  Subacute (Repair and Regeneration) Phase 3.1.c.2
  1
  Time frame3.1.c.2.1
  2
  Explain the role of fibroblasts and collagen in scar tissue formation. 3.1.c.2.2
  3
  Remodeling (Maturation) Phase 3.1.c.3
  1
  Time frame 3.1.c.3.1
  2
  Define adhesions 3.1.c.3.2
  3
  Explain Wolff’s Law 3.1.c.3.3
2
Explain an injury assessment (HIPS). 3.2
1. a
  Identify the components included in obtaining an accurate history. 3.2.a
2. b
  Identify the components of an inspection. 3.2.b
3. c
  Describe the process of palpation. 3.2.c
4. d
  Describe the purposes of special tests. 3.2.d
  1
  Range of Motion 3.2.d.1
  1
  Passive 3.2.d.1.1
  2
  Active3.2.d.1.2
  3
  Resistive3.2.d.1.3
  2
  Stress Tests (structural integrity) 3.2.d.2
  3
  Neurological3.2.d.3
  4
  Functional3.2.d.4
5. e
  Discuss the decisions that can be made from a HIPS evaluation. 3.2.e
Performance Skills
1. a
  Write a SOAP note
2. b
  Explain a HIPS assessment.
3
Compare and contrast injury classifications. 3.3
1. a
  Describe first degree injuries 3.3.a
2. b
  Describe second degree injuries 3.3.b
3. c
  Describe third degree injuries 3.3.c
4
Compare and contrast common fractures. 3.4
1. a
  Compression 3.4.a
2. b
  Depressed3.4.b
3. c
  Greenstick3.4.c
4. d
  Comminuted3.4.d
5. e
  Longitudinal3.4.e
6. f
  Spiral3.4.f
7. g
  Transverse3.4.g
5
Vocabulary3.5
1. a
  Anatomical Planes 3.5.a
  1
  Sagittal Plane/Midsagittal 3.5.a.1
  2
  Frontal/Coronal 3.5.a.2
  3
  Transverse/Horizontal 3.5.a.3
2. b
  Signs & Symptoms 3.5.b
  1
  Acute3.5.b.1
  2
  Chronic3.5.b.2
  3
  Constriction3.5.b.3
  4
  Dilation3.5.b.4
  5
  Ecchymosis3.5.b.5
  6
  Edema3.5.b.6
  7
  Effusion3.5.b.7
  8
  Inflammation3.5.b.8
  9
  Joint laxity 3.5.b.9

Students will explore specific sports injuries of the head and neck and apply athletic injury prevention principles. 4

1
Review the anatomy of the head and neck. 4.1
1. a
  Bones4.1.a
  1
  Frontal4.1.a.1
  2
  Occipital4.1.a.2
  3
  Parietal4.1.a.3
  4
  Temporal4.1.a.4
  5
  Mandible4.1.a.5
  6.
  Maxillae4.1.a.6
  7
  Zygomatic4.1.a.7
  8
  Nasal4.1.a.8
  9
  Vertebrae4.1.a.9
2. b
  Muscles4.1.b
  1
  Sternocleidomastoid4.1.b.1
  2
  Trapezius4.1.b.2
3. c
  Structures4.1.c
  1
  Brain4.1.c.1
  2
  Intervertebral discs 4.1.c.2
4. d
  Nerves4.1.d
  1
  Cervical Plexus 4.1.d.1
  2
  Brachial Plexus 4.1.d.2
2
Head and neck injuries 4.2
1. a
  Recognize common injuries to the head and neck to include. 4.2.a
  1
  Concussion 4.2.a.1
  2
  Subdural hematoma 4.2.a.2
  3
  Epidural hematoma 4.2.a.3
  4
  Cervical spine fracture 4.2.a.4
  5
  Brachial plexus injuries 4.2.a.5
  6
  Nose bleeds 4.2.a.6
2. b
  Identify the mechanism of each injury. 4.2.b
3. c
  Identify the signs and symptoms of each injury. 4.2.c
4. d
  Indicate appropriate treatment for each injury. 4.2.d
5. e
  Describe injury prevention strategies. 4.2.e
3
Describe the basic principles and specialized equipment used in the prevention of athletic injuries. 4.3
1. a
  Recognize types and functions of protective equipment. 4.3.a
  1
  Helmet, facemask, ear guards 4.3.a.1
  2
  Mouth guards 4.3.a.2
  3
  Neck collars 4.3.a.3
  4
  Padding4.3.a.4
  5
  Sports bras 4.3.a.5
  6
  Compression shorts/cup4.3.a.6
2. b
  Discuss the legal ramifications of manufacturing, buying, and issuing equipment. 4.3.b
  1
  NOCSAE warning 4.3.b.1
  2
  Modification of equipment 4.3.b.2
  3
  Proper fit and selection 4.3.b.3
  4
  Use of defective or worn out equipment 4.3.b.4
4
Vocabulary4.4
1. a
  Amnesia 4.4.a
2. b
  Articulation4.4.b
3. c
  Innervate4.4.c
4. d
  Mechanism of Injury (MOI 4.4.d
5. e
  Point tenderness 4.4.e
6. f
  Range of Motion (ROM)-Active, Passive, Resistive 4.4.f
7. g
  Referred Pain 4.4.g

Students will explore various aspects of sports nutrition. 5

1
Describe the basic components (kcal/gram, functions, energy vs. nutrients, healthy diet guidelines) of nutrition and the sources of the following nutrients. 5.1
1. a
  Carbohydrates 5.1.a
2. b
  Proteins5.1.b
3. c
  Fats5.1.c
4. d
  Vitamins 5.1.d
5. e
  Minerals5.1.e
6. f
  Water5.1.f
2
Examine the importance of fluid replacement and hydration. 5.2
1. a
  Examine the importance of water and its role in the body. 5.2.a
2. b
  Explain the correct process of hydration during athletic activity. 5.2.b
  1
  Identify the dangers of inappropriate hydration techniques. 5.2.b.1
  1
  Hyponatremia5.2.b.1.1
  2
  Timing/Frequency 5.2.b.1.2
  2
  Identify the dangers of dehydration. 5.2.b.2
3. c
  Compare and contrast advantages and disadvantages of sports drinks. 5.2.c
  1
  Identify the role of sports drinks in hydration. 5.2.c.1
  2
  Discuss the importance of the correct chemical make-up of sports drinks. 5.2.c.2
3
Identify the components of a pre and post event meal and explain the value of each. 5.3
1. a
  Describe the recommended nutrient percentages of pre and post event meals. 5.3.a
2. b
  Identify foods that are easily digested. 5.3.b
3. c
  Identify foods that should be avoided. 5.3.c
4. d
  Identify when pre and post event meals should be eaten. 5.3.d
5. e
  Discuss the concept of carbohydrate loading and discuss the benefits. 5.3.e

Students will explore the fundamentals of body composition and diseases and disorders related to body issues. 6

1
Describe basic body composition. 6.1
1. a
  Define body composition. 6.1.a
2. b
  Compare and contrast the most common methods for analyzing body composition. 6.1.b
  1
  Bod Pod 6.1.b.1
  2
  Skin-fold calipers 6.1.b.2
  3
  Bio-Impedance Analysis (BIA) 6.1.b.3
  4
  Hydrostatic weighing 6.1.b.4
  5
  Emerging technologies (ultrasound, etc.) 6.1.b.5
3. c
  Describe the parameters of safe weight loss and weight gain. 6.1.c
2
Recognize common conditions and disorders associated with nutrition. 6.2
1. a
  Explore the effects of generalized disordered eating. 6.2.a
2. b
  Identify signs, symptoms, and effects of Anorexia Nervosa. 6.2.b
3. c
  Identify signs, symptoms, and effects of Bulimia Nervosa. 6.2.c
4. d
  Identify signs, symptoms, and effects of Muscle Dysmorphia. 6.2.d
5. e
  Identify signs, symptoms, and effects of the Female Athlete Triad (three components). 6.2.e

Students will explore specific sports injuries of the lower extremities and apply athletic injury prevention principles. 7

1
Review the anatomy of the lower extremities. 7.1
1. a
  Bones7.1.a
  1
  Femur7.1.a.1
  2
  Tibia7.1.a.2
  3
  Fibula7.1.a.3
  4
  Patella7.1.a.4
  5
  Talus7.1.a.5
  6
  Calcaneus7.1.a.6
  7
  Metatarsals7.1.a.7
  8
  Phalanges7.1.a.8
2. b
  Joints7.1.b
  1
  Tibiofemoral7.1.b.1
  2
  Patellofemoral7.1.b.2
  3
  Talocrural7.1.b.3
  4
  Subtalar7.1.b.4
  5
  Midfoot7.1.b.5
  6
  MP7.1.b.6
  7
  PIP/DIP 7.1.b.7
3. c
  Soft Tissues 7.1.c
  1
  Patellar Tendon 7.1.c.1
  2
  Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) 7.1.c.2
  3
  Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) 7.1.c.3
  4
  Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) 7.1.c.4
  5
  Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) 7.1.c.5
  6
  Lateral and Medial Meniscus 7.1.c.6
  7
  Achilles Tendon 7.1.c.7
  8
  Anterior Talofibular ligament (ATF) 7.1.c.8
  9
  Deltoid ligament 7.1.c.9
4. d
  Muscles7.1.d
  1
  Quadriceps7.1.d.1
  2
  Hamstrings7.1.d.2
  3
  Peroneal7.1.d.3
  4
  Tibialis Anterior 7.1.d.4
  5
  Tibialis Posterior 7.1.d.5
  6
  Gastrocnemius7.1.d.6
  7
  Soleus7.1.d.7
2
Lower extremity injuries 7.2
1. a
  Recognize common injuries to the lower extremity to include. 7.2.a
  1
  Cruciate/Collateral Ligament sprains 7.2.a.1
  2
  Meniscal injury 7.2.a.2
  3
  Patella-femoral injuries 7.2.a.3
  4
  Ankle sprains 7.2.a.4
  5
  Plantar Fasciitis 7.2.a.5
  6
  Turf toe 7.2.a.6
  7
  Thigh contusions 7.2.a.7
  8
  Quadriceps/Hamstring strains 7.2.a.8
  9
  Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS) 7.2.a.9
2. b
  Identify the mechanism of each injury. 7.2.b
3. c
  Identify the signs and symptoms of each injury. 7.2.c
4. d
  Indicate appropriate treatment for each injury. 7.2.d
5. e
  Describe injury prevention strategies. 7.2.e
  1
  Shin Guards 7.2.e.1
  2
  Shoes7.2.e.2
  3
  Other sport specific protection devices 7.2.e.3
3
Demonstrate theory and principles of prophylactic taping. 7.3
1. a
  Analyze the basic principles of prophylactic taping. 7.3.a
2. b
  Identify the necessary supplies and their purpose for prophylactic taping. 7.3.b
  1
  Athletic tape (various sizes) 7.3.b.1
  2
  Prewrap7.3.b.2
  3
  Heel and lace pad 7.3.b.3
  4
  Adhesive spray 7.3.b.4
  5
  Shark/Scissors 7.3.b.5
3. c
  Analyze the basic principles of proper tape removal.7.3.c
4. d
  Explain the terminology associated with prophylactic taping procedures. 7.3.d
  1
  Anchor7.3.d.1
  2
  Stirrup7.3.d.2
  3
  Horseshoe7.3.d.3
  4
  Spica7.3.d.4
  5
  Heel-lock7.3.d.5
  6
  Checkrein/Fan7.3.d.6
Performance Skill
1. a
  Competently tape an ankle using the standard prophylactic taping method.
2. b
  Competently tape an arch using the standard prophylactic taping method. (Optional additional skill)
4
Identify principles of protective bracing. 7.4
1. a
  Discuss the differences between functional and prophylactic bracing. 7.4.a
2. b
  Identify the function of sleeves (compression). 7.4.b
5
Vocabulary7.5
1. a
  General Terms 7.5.a
  1
  Atrophy7.5.a.1
  2
  Bursa7.5.a.2
  3
  Cartilage7.5.a.3
  4
  Crepitus7.5.a.4
  5
  Ligament7.5.a.5
  6
  Tendon7.5.a.6
  7
  Valgus/Varus 7.5.a.7
2. b
  Anatomical Positions and Directions 7.5.b
  1
  Superior/Inferior 7.5.b.1
  2
  Anterior/Posterior 7.5.b.2
  3
  Medial/Lateral 7.5.b.3
  4
  Proximal/Distal 7.5.b.4
  5
  Superficial/Deep 7.5.b.5
  6
  Ventral/Dorsal 7.5.b.6
  7
  Prone/Supine 7.5.b.7
  8
  Unilateral/Bilateral/Contralateral 7.5.b.8
3. c
  Movements of the Foot and Ankle 7.5.c
  1
  Inversion/Eversion 7.5.c.1
  2
  Dorsiflexion/Plantarflexion 7.5.c.2

Students will examine performance enhancement philosophies. 8

1
Define terms associated with performance enhancements. 8.1
1. a
  Cardiovascular endurance 8.1.a
2. b
  Muscular endurance 8.1.b
3. c
  Power8.1.c
4. d
  Speed8.1.d
5. e
  Strength8.1.e
2
Discuss general conditioning principles. 8.2
1. a
  Adaptation8.2.a
2. b
  Overload8.2.b
3. c
  Specificity8.2.c
4. d
  Reversibility8.2.d
5. e
  Periodization8.2.e
3
Examine the roll the cardiovascular / respiratory systems have on fitness/athletic performance. 8.3
1. a
  Identify and describe the structures and functions of the cardiovascular/respiratory systems and their interrelationship. 8.3.a
2. b
  Heart8.3.b
  1
  4 chambers 8.3.b.1
  2
  4 valves 8.3.b.2
  3
  4 blood vessels 8.3.b.3
  4
  Lungs- oxygen exchange from alveoli to capillaries 8.3.b.4
3. c
  Identify vital signs related to the cardiovascular / respiratory system. 8.3.c
  1
  Describe and accurately measure blood pressure (systolic / diastolic) 8.3.c.1
  2
  Describe and accurately measure respiratory rate 8.3.c.2
  3
  Describe and accurately measure pulse rate 8.3.c.3
  4
  Describe lung volume 8.3.c.4
  1
  Tidal volume 8.3.c.4.1
  2
  Vital capacity 8.3.c.4.2
  5
  Describe the importance of cardiac output, stroke volume, and heart rate during exercise 8.3.c.5
4. d
  Examine different types of tests used to quantify cardiovascular fitness. 8.3.d
  1
  VO2max 8.3.d.1
  2
  Harvard step test 8.3.d.2
  3
  12 minute run test 8.3.d.3
5. e
  Describe the effects exercise has on the cardiovascular / respiratory systems. 8.3.e
  1
  Immediate effects of exercise 8.3.e.1
  1
  Heart rate 8.3.e.1.1
  2
  Ventilation8.3.e.1.2
  2
  Long term effects of exercise 8.3.e.2
  1
  Heart rate 8.3.e.2.1
  2
  Stroke volume 8.3.e.2.2
  3
  Cardiac output 8.3.e.2.3
6. f
  Compare and contrast aerobic / anaerobic training. 8.3.f
7. g
  Examine the importance of a warm up / cool down in a training program. 8.3.g
8. h
  Examine different cardiovascular training methods. 8.3.h
  1
  Interval 8.3.h.1
  2
  Fartlek8.3.h.2
  3
  Circuit8.3.h.3
  4
  Continuous8.3.h.4
9. i
  Apply general conditioning principles to improve cardiovascular fitness. 8.3.i
  1
  Rate of perceived exertion (BORG scale) 8.3.i.1
  2
  Target heart rate 8.3.i.2
4
Examine the effects of the environment on training and performance. 8.4
1. a
  Discuss the effect of high and low altitude. 8.4.a
2. b
  Describe the effects of acclimatization. 8.4.b
3. c
  Recognize the effects of travel on the body. 8.4.c

Students will examine strength training principles, flexibility, and ergogenic aids. 9

1
Examine the roll strength training has on fitness / athletic performance. 9.1
1. a
  Identify and describe the sliding filament model. 9.1.a
2. b
  Sarcomere9.1.b
  1
  Actin9.1.b.1
  2
  Myosin9.1.b.2
3. c
  Compare and contrast the difference between slow twitch and fast twitch muscles fibers. 9.1.c
  1
  Slow twitch athletic activities 9.1.c.1
  2
  Fast twitch athletic activities 9.1.c.2
4. d
  Compare and contrast different types of movements related to strength training. 9.1.d
  1
  Isometric / isotonic / isokinetic 9.1.d.1
  2
  Eccentric / concentric 9.1.d.2
  3
  Closed chain / open chain 9.1.d.3
  4
  Plyometrics9.1.d.4
5. e
  Identify methods of resistance training. 9.1.e
6. f
  Apply general conditioning principles to improve strength. 9.1.f
  1
  Speed9.1.f.1
  2
  Muscular endurance 9.1.f.2
  3
  Power9.1.f.3
  4
  Periodization9.1.f.4
2
Examine the importance of flexibility in fitness / athletic performance. 9.2
1. a
  Explain the general guidelines of flexibility. 9.2.a
  1
  Define ROM and how it relates to fitness / athletic performance 9.2.a.1
  2
  Identify the benefits of flexibility. 9.2.a.2
  1
  Decrease risk of injury 9.2.a.2.1
  2
  Reduce muscle soreness 9.2.a.2.2
  3
  Improve muscular balance and postural awareness 9.2.a.2.3
  3
  Demonstrate proper timing of flexibility techniques. 9.2.a.3
  1
  Before activity 9.2.a.3.1
  2
  After activity 9.2.a.3.2
2. b
  Identify the different methods to increase flexibility and the safety / effectiveness of each. 9.2.b
  1
  Static stretching 9.2.b.1
  2
  Ballistic Stretching 9.2.b.2
  3
  Dynamic Stretching 9.2.b.3
  4
  Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Stretching 9.2.b.4
  1
  Contract/Relax 9.2.b.4.1
  2
  Hold/Relax 9.2.b.4.
Performance Skill
1. a
  Demonstrate the proper techniques of static stretching for ALL major muscle groups.
3
Compare and contrast the physiological and psychological effects of ergogenic aids. 9.3
1. a
  Define ergogenic aid. 9.3.a
2. b
  Recognize the effects and possible dangers of common ergogenic aides. 9.3.b
  1
  Stimulants (including caffeine) 9.3.b.1
  2
  Narcotics 9.3.b.2
  3
  Anabolic steroids 9.3.b.3
  4
  Beta blockers 9.3.b.4
  5
  Diuretics9.3.b.5
  6
  Human growth hormone 9.3.b.6
  7
  Blood doping products 9.3.b.7
  1
  Blood transfusions 9.3.b.7.1
  2
  Erythropoietin (EPO) 9.3.b.7.2
  8
  Anesthetics 9.3.b.8
  9
  Corticosteroids9.3.b.9
  10
  Creatine9.3.b.10
3. c
  Discuss the dangers of energy drinks and their effects on the body. 9.3.c

Students will explore specific sports injuries of the upper extremities and apply athletic injury prevention principles. 10

1
Review the anatomy of the upper extremity. 10.1
1. a
  Bones10.1.a
  1
  Scapula10.1.a.1
  2
  Clavicle10.1.a.2
  3
  Humerus10.1.a.3
  4
  Radius10.1.a.4
  5
  Ulna10.1.a.5
  6
  Carpals10.1.a.6
  7
  Metacarpals10.1.a.7
  8
  Phalanges10.1.a.8
2. b
  Joints10.1.b
  1
  Shoulder10.1.b.1
  1
  Sternoclavicular (SC) 10.1.b.1.1
  2
  Acromioclavicular (AC) 10.1.b.1.2
  3
  Glenohumeral10.1.b.1.3
  4
  Scapulothoracic10.1.b.1.4
  2
  Elbow10.1.b.2
  3
  Wrist10.1.b.3
  4
  Metaparpal-phalangeal 10.1.b.4
  5
  Interphalangeal 10.1.b.5
3. c
  Soft tissues 10.1.c
  1
  Sub-acromial bursa 10.1.c.1
  2
  AC ligament 10.1.c.2
  3
  Glenoid labrum 10.1.c.3
4. d
  Muscles10.1.d
  1
  Deltoid10.1.d.1
  2
  SITS (Subscapularis, Infraspinatus, Supraspinatus, Teres minor) 10.1.d.2
  3
  Biceps brachii 10.1.d.3
  4
  Triceps brachii 10.1.d.4
2
Recognize common injuries to the upper extremity. 10.2
1. a
  Upper extremity injuries 10.2.a
  1
  Clavicle fracture 10.2.a.1
  2
  Impingement syndrome 10.2.a.2
  3
  Rotator cuff injuries 10.2.a.3
  4
  Glenohumeral dislocation 10.2.a.4
  5
  AC joint separation 10.2.a.5
  6
  Epicondylitis 10.2.a.6
  1
  Lateral (Tennis elbow) 10.2.a.6.1
  2
  Medial (Little leaguer's elbow) 10.2.a.6.2
  7
  Interphalangeal dislocation 10.2.a.7
2. b
  Identify the mechanism of each injury. 10.2.b
3. c
  Identify the signs and symptoms of each injury. 10.2.c
4. d
  Indicate the appropriate treatment for each injury. 10.2.d
5. e
  Describe injury prevention strategies. 10.2.e
Performance Skill: Competently tape a thumb using the standard prophylactic taping method.
1. a
  Competently tape a thumb using the standard prophylactic taping method.
2. b
  Competently tape a wrist using the standard prophylactic taping method. (Optional additional skill)
3
Vocabulary10.3
1. a
  Movements10.3.a
  1
  Flexion/Extension/Hyperextension 10.3.a.1
  2
  Abduction/Adduction 10.3.a.2
  3
  Pronation/Supination 10.3.a.3
  4
  Protraction/Retraction 10.3.a.4
  5
  Elevation/Depression 10.3.a.5
  6
  Rotation10.3.a.6
  1
  Internal rotation 10.3.a.6.1
  2
  External rotation 10.3.a.6.2
  7
  Circumduction 10.3.a.7
  8
  Lateral flexion 10.3.a.8
2. b
  Movements of the Wrist & Thumb 10.3.b
  1
  Radial/Ulnar deviation 10.3.b.1
  2
  Opposition10.3.b.2

Students will be able to recognize common injuries and administer injury management.11

1
Identify proper personal protective equipment (PPE)/body substance isolation (BSI) precautions. 11.1
2
Identify soft tissue injuries and skin conditions. 11.2
1. a
  Differentiate signs, symptoms and treatment for:11.2.a
  1
  Avulsions11.2.a.1
  2
  Abrasions11.2.a.2
  3
  Bites11.2.a.3
  4
  Blisters11.2.a.4
  5
  Contusions11.2.a.5
  6
  Lacerations11.2.a.6
  7
  Stings11.2.a.7
2. b
  Differentiate signs, symptoms and treatment for: 11.2.b
  1
  Ring worm 11.2.b.1
  2
  Jock itch 11.2.b.2
  3
  Athlete’s foot 11.2.b.3
  4
  Impetigo11.2.b.4
  5
  MRSA11.2.b.5
  6
  Warts11.2.b.6
  7
  Eczema11.2.b.7
3
Recognize abdominal injuries, bleeding, and shock. 11.3
1. a
  Discuss external bleeding. 11.3.a
2. b
  Demonstrate proper procedures to control bleeding. 11.3.b
  1
  Apply direct pressure with sterile gauze pad 11.3.b.1
  2
  Apply a pressure dressing 11.3.b.2
  3
  Check circulation 11.3.b.3
3. c
  Identify signs, symptoms, and treatment of internal bleeding. 11.3.c
4. d
  Identify signs and symptoms and treatment of abdominal injuries. 11.3.d
  1
  Ruptured spleen 11.3.d.1
  2
  Appendicitis 11.3.d.2
  3
  Hernia11.3.d.3
5. e
  Identify signs, symptoms and treatment for shock. 11.3.e
4
Discuss immobilization techniques. 11.4
1. a
  Identify fracture signs and symptoms. 11.4.a
2. b
  Explain the steps to immobilization. 11.4.b
  1
  Splint in the position found 11.4.b.1
  2
  Immobilize the joint above and the joint below 11.4.b.2
  3
  Check circulation distal to the injury 11.4.b.3
3. c
  Explain head / neck immobilization. 11.4.c
  1
  Maintain stabilization in the position found. 11.4.c.1
  2
  Monitor ABC's. 11.4.c.2
Performance Skill
1. a
  Demonstrate crutch fitting to any size individual.
2. b
  Stabilize head/neck in position found. (Optional additional skill)
5
Recognize and provide treatment for environmental conditions. 11.5
1. a
  Compare and contrast the causes, signs, symptoms, and treatment of heat illnesses. 11.5.a
  1
  Heat cramps 11.5.a.1
  2
  Heat exhaustion 11.5.a.2
  3
  Heat stroke 11.5.a.3
2. b
  Compare and contrast the causes, signs, symptoms, and treatment of cold exposure. 11.5.b
  1
  Hypothermia11.5.b.1
  2
  Frostbite11.5.b.2
6
Describe the treatment for medical conditions. 11.6
1. a
  Seizures11.6.a
2. b
  Fainting11.6.b
3. c
  Diabetes11.6.c
4. d
  Anaphylactic shock 11.6.d
5. e
  Asthma11.6.e
6. f
  Exertional sickling 11.6.f
7. g
  Sudden cardiac arrest 11.6.g
7
Vocabulary11.7
1. a
  General Vocabulary Terms 11.7.a
  1
  Cyanosis11.7.a.1
  2
  Diagnosis11.7.a.2
  3
  Incision11.7.a.3
  4
  Palpation11.7.a.4
  5
  Prognosis11.7.a.5
  6
  Reduction11.7.a.6
  7
  Shock11.7.a.7
2. b
  Injuries11.7.b
  1
  Bursitis11.7.b.1
  2
  Dislocation11.7.b.2
  3
  Subluxation11.7.b.3
  4
  Fracture11.7.b.4
  5
  Hematoma11.7.b.5
  6
  Separation11.7.b.6
  7
  Sprain11.7.b.7
  8
  Strain11.7.b.8

Students will explain therapeutic modalities and rehabilitation techniques. 12

1
Explore therapeutic modalities. 12.1
1. a
  Identify the purpose of therapeutic modalities. 12.1.a
2. b
  Explain how to properly select the use of therapeutic modalities. 12.1.b
3. c
  Identify the Gate Control Theory as a principle of pain management and describe the physiological process of the theory. 12.1.c
2
Describe the physiological effects, indications, contraindications, and application of the following: 12.2
1. a
  Cryotherapy12.2.a
  1
  Ice packs 12.2.a.1
  2
  Ice massage 12.2.a.2
  3
  Ice immersion 12.2.a.3
  4
  Cold whirlpool 12.2.a.4
  5
  Chemical coolant 12.2.a.5
  6
  Review the R.I.C.E. method 12.2.a.6
2. b
  Thermotherapy12.2.b
  1
  Heat packs 12.2.b.1
  2
  Ultrasound12.2.b.2
  3
  Hot whirlpool 12.2.b.3
3. c
  Electrotherapy12.2.c
4. d
  Manual Therapy 12.2.d
  1
  Massage12.2.d.1
  2
  Cupping12.2.d.2
  3
  Scraping techniques 12.2.d.
Performance Skill
1. a
  Prepare an ice bag/pack
2. b
  Apply a compression wrap to an ankle
3. c
  Apply a compression wrap to a knee.
3
Discuss the components and goals of a rehabilitation program. 12.3
1. a
  Identify the general guidelines of a rehabilitation program. 12.3.a
  1
  Individualize each program 12.3.a.1
  2
  Be as aggressive as possible without causing harm 12.3.a.2
  3
  Use a variety of equipment 12.3.a.3
  4
  Common mistakes 12.3.a.4
  1
  Treat the cause not the symptoms 12.3.a.4.1
  2
  Not addressing the contra-lateral side 12.3.a.4.2
  3
  Postural defects, anatomical mal-alignment, and biomechanical imbalances 12.3.a.4.3
  5
  Appropriate goal setting 12.3.a.5
  6
  Components of a rehabilitation program 12.3.a.6
2. b
  Phase I 12.3.b
  1
  Body conditioning/maintain cardiovascular fitness throughout all phases 12.3.b.1
  2
  Control swelling 12.3.b.2
  3
  Control pain 12.3.b.3
  4
  Increase range of motion 12.3.b.4
3. c
  Phase II 12.3.c
  1
  Restore full range of motion 12.3.c.1
  2
  Strength, endurance, speed, power in all muscle groups 12.3.c.2
  3
  Begin skill patterns and proprioception 12.3.c.3
4. d
  Phase III 12.3.d
  1
  Functional and sport specific skills 12.3.d.1
  2
  Restore balance and proprioception 12.3.d.2
  3
  Return to sport 12.3.d.3
5. e
  Relate the different exercise principles to rehabilitation. 12.3.e
  1
  Specificity(SAID) 12.3.e.1
  2
  Overload12.3.e.2
4
Vocabulary12.4
1. a
  Analgesic12.4.a
2. b
  Contraindicate12.4.b
3. c
  Cryotherapy12.4.c
4. d
  Hydrotherapy12.4.d
5. e
  Indicate12.4.e
6. f
  Modality12.4.f
7. g
  Thermotherapy12.4.g
8. h
  Vasoconstrictor12.4.h
9. i
  Vasodilator12.4.i
Workplace Skills
1. a
  Communication
2. b
  Problem Solving
3. c
  Teamwork
4. d
  Critical Thinking
5. e
  Dependability
6. f
  Accountability
7. g
  Legal Requirements/expectations

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What grade levels do these standards cover?: Grade 11 and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?: Exercise Science/Sports Medicine: Grades 11-12 (2022)

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