Jr Warriors Health & Safety
On Field Athletic Therapy for all Jr Warriors teams (every practice and game) is provided by
On Field Athletic Trainer
To provide the best medical care for all our players on the field, Waterloo Region Football has engaged "" to provide onsite Athletic Therapy services.
A Certified Athletic Therapist or Student Therapist will be present at every practice and game throughout the season.
Every therapist is a trained First Responder, and can care for emergency conditions as they arise. The therapists are also there to provide early intervention to minor injuries and can assess injuries and provide advice on treatment, exercises, and stretches to prevent long-term injury. The qualifications required to be a therapist with the Jr Warriors greatly exceed the minimum requirements set by Football Canada.
A Certified Athletic Therapist or Student Therapist will be present at every practice and game throughout the season.
Every therapist is a trained First Responder, and can care for emergency conditions as they arise. The therapists are also there to provide early intervention to minor injuries and can assess injuries and provide advice on treatment, exercises, and stretches to prevent long-term injury. The qualifications required to be a therapist with the Jr Warriors greatly exceed the minimum requirements set by Football Canada.
Concussion Protocols
One injury that we are constantly aware of is concussion. Each therapist is trained in the most up-to-date protocol for recognition and monitoring of sports related concussions.
The player must also complete a stepwise return to play protocol, during practices, monitored by our team therapists.
Return to Play Protocol
This protocol is in place to ensure the safety and high performance of all players, and must be followed before return to competition.
There will be a minimum of 24 hours after the last sign or symptom before beginning protocol or progressing to the next stage.
Full Return to Play Guidelines
There will be a minimum of 24 hours after the last sign or symptom before beginning protocol or progressing to the next stage.
Full Return to Play Guidelines