Athletics

Sports Medicine at MSJ

The mission of MSJ Sports Medicine is to care for the health and safety of our athletes through wellness education, advocacy, and hands-on intervention.

The 5 domains of athletic training include: injury/illness prevention and wellness promotion; examination, assessment and diagnosis of injury/illness; immediate and emergency care; therapeutic intervention; healthcare administration and professional responsibility.

The athletic trainer's responsibilities include:

Practice/game coverage
Injury evaluation, assessment, and referral if warranted
Rehabilitation services
Recovery
Wound care
Emergency response
Injury prevention and general wellness education
Emergency action planning
Tracking of environmental conditions, safety, etc.
Preceptor/clinical supervisor to Towson U Athletic Training students

About Dr. Siebens, Head Athletic Trainer

Dr. Caroline Siebens joined Mount Saint Joseph Athletics as the athletic trainer in 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from the University of Pittsburgh, a Master of Science in Sport Management from the University of Southern Mississippi, and a doctorate in Athletic Training from Temple University. She previously served as an athletic trainer and program coordinator for Towson Sports Medicine, as well as an adjunct professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Towson University. Additionally, she has previously served as chair for the Maryland Athletic Trainers’ Association Young Professionals’ Committee and is current chair of membership, while also holding several professional certifications. Dr. Siebens teaches Sports Medicine 101 at MSJ and serves as preceptor to the Towson University Athletic Training program, hosting student interns each semester.

Resources

List of 5 items.

HealthyRoster
Download App or visit www.healthyroster.com

To create your profile, e-mail csiebens@msjnet.edu with: Student First & Last Name, Birthday, and graduation year. You will receive an email invitation with code, and can establish an account to enjoy benefits such as:
- Injury tracking and communication
- HIPPA compliant private chat
- Home rehabilitation exercise resources
- Electronic form submission (watch a video tutorial)
- Pre-participation Exam
- Risk & Participation Acknowledgement
- Emergency Contact
- Proof of Insurance
Watch this walk-through video tutorial on creating your account.
Impact (Baseline concussion testing required for all Freshmen, Juniors, or Soph/Senior transfers)
ImPACT testing will be completed at home. The baseline test is required for all Freshmen, Juniors, and any transfer students new to The Mount. It must be completed before a student may try-out for a sports team. You must use a computer, not an iPad or mobile device. It is recommended by ImPACT that you use Google Chrome to access the test and allow pop-up windows for the duration of the test. Complete the test in a distraction free environment.
- Go to www.impacttestonline.com/testing
- Enter the school code: D4E1E2E695 => Click on Validate
- Mount Saint Joseph High School will appear. Click on Launch baseline test.
- Click next to take the test in English
- Read the directions and click next
- Enter all information the test asks for. When the prompt asks, click on enter additional demographics.
- Please take you time and read the directions prior to each section.
- At the end of the test, click submit.
MSJ Sports Medicine YouTube

Watch resources and rehabilitation guides on our YouTube page.
Heat Illness and Emergency Conditions

Korey Stringer Institute - https://ksi.uconn.edu/
Overuse

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/overuse-injuries

Referrals

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Orthopedic Care
- Dr. Mayer
- Dr. Jaime Dreese
Psych/Sport Psych
- Sport: Dr. Ashley Zapata
- Adolescent: Anne Loovis
Physical Therapy
There are many physical therapy clinics and companies, but for most you must have a prescription for insurance coverage when you call to schedule. A few recommendations if you don’t already have a relationship with a PT include:
- Catonsville: MedStar Physical Therapy (410)737-8418
- Elkridge: FX Physical Therapy (443)441-0678
- Columbia: TrueSport Physical Therapy (410)989-3833
- Towson: Towson Sports Medicine (410)337-8847
Physical Exam
Please bring our Physical Form with you to your physical exam. For continuity of care, we always recommend scheduling with your primary care provider or pediatrician. If you’re looking for an exam but don’t have a pre-existing relationship with a physician; or would just like to get a physical and pay out of pocket, please consider:
- Towson Sports Medicine
  - June 8
  - August 8
- PatientFirst
- ExpressCare Urgent Care
- MedStar (schedule by emailing medstarATC@medstar.net)
  - Mitchellville
    Monday, June 13, 2022, 5-7 p.m.
    
    Belair
    Monday, June 13, 2022, 4-6 p.m.
    
    Olney
    Thursday, June 23, 2022, 5-7 p.m.
    
    Waugh Chapel
    Tuesday, July 19, 2022, 3-6 p.m.
    
    Franklin Square
    Wednesday, July 27, 2022, 3:30-6:30 p.m.
    
    Baltimore City - Union Memorial
    Saturday, July 30, 2022, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
    
    Hyattsville - Undecided
    Monday or Wednesday in July - Evening Hours