Hurt at practice or a game?
Club athletes can see our certified athletic trainer for evaluation, treatment and rehab, right here in the Margot Connell Recreation Center.
Book an appointmentInjured at an away game? Here’s what to do.
Hours
- Monday10 am–6 pm
- Tuesday11 am–7 pm
- Wednesday9 am–4 pm
- Thursday9:30 am–2:30 pm
- Friday9 am–4 pm
During the academic year
Location
Room 402, Margot Connell Recreation Center
Drop-ins are welcome, but wait times depend on scheduled appointments.
Book an appointment
- Email Dawn at puringtd@bc.edu with “Appointment” in the subject line.
- Include your name, your club team and three times that fall within open hours.
- Wear clothes that make the injury easy to examine, like shorts for a knee or ankle.
Who can be seen: BC undergraduate and graduate students on a club team who meet Club Sports eligibility rules and have turned in all required medical documents. Faculty, staff, alumni and community members can't be seen. When things are busy, athletes who are in season may get priority.
Important information for seeing the athletic trainer
All injuries and medical conditions, no matter how they happened, can get an initial evaluation from the Club Sports athletic trainer, plus help with additional medical care if needed.
Injured at a sanctioned event
That includes Club Sports practices, games and travel, and intramural games. You'll receive treatment and rehab through Club Sports Sports Medicine.
Injured somewhere else
Say, training for the Boston Marathon, falling while doing laundry or tripping on a step. You'll get an initial evaluation and help with additional medical care if needed. If you need rehab and treatment, you'll be referred to formal physical therapy at an outside facility.
| Primary competitive season | Non-traditional season | |
|---|---|---|
| Initial evaluation | Yes | Yes |
| Rehab and treatment | About twice a week, as prescribed by the athletic trainer | About once a week, as prescribed by the athletic trainer, with a possible referral to outside physical therapy if needed |
Good to know
Can I see my own doctor instead?
Yes. You can also go to University Health Services. If you see your own doctor or get care outside BC, send copies of your medical documents to the athletic trainer as proof of care and clearance.
When can I return to play?
The athletic trainer decides when you're cleared to return to practice or competition and lets your coach and the Club Sports staff know.
What if someone gets hurt at an away game?
The team's safety officer must report the injury within 24 hours.
For a serious injury or illness, especially one that needs a hospital visit, call Dawn at 617-552-9002 or the Assistant Director, Competitive Sports, as soon as possible. You'll find the Assistant Director in the Staff Directory.
What does an athletic trainer do?
Athletic trainers are licensed health care professionals who work under a physician's direction. They prevent, evaluate, treat and rehab injuries and medical conditions, and provide emergency care. The American Medical Association recognizes athletic training as an allied health care profession.