Sports Essentials

Q: Does every sports club need a first aider?

A: All organised sporting activities should have access to a qualified first aider. Sports governing bodies set specific requirements for their competitions. At minimum, clubs should have a trained first aider present at every match and training session with appropriate first aid equipment.

Q: What is the most important sports first aid consumable?

A: Instant ice packs. The most common sports injuries are sprains, strains, and impact injuries, all requiring immediate cold therapy. Stock multiple instant ice packs for every match-day kit, as a single match can generate several injuries requiring cold treatment simultaneously.