The Arnold Sports Festival, a tradition since 1989, began as a bodybuilding competition with Arnold Schwarzenegger and former Worthington Mayor Jim Lorimer. Over the years, it has evolved to include various events such as weightlifting, powerlifting, martial arts, wrestling, cheerleading, dance, gymnastics, and strongman competitions.
Dr. Ben Bring from OhioHealth Dublin Methodist Hospital has been involved with the festival since 2013 and currently serves as the medical director for the event. "It's pretty awesome," Dr. Bring remarked about witnessing its growth over time.
OhioHealth's contribution this year included 170 staff members and volunteers comprising athletic trainers, physicians, medical students, nurses, and amateur HAM radio operators. These operators are part of Franklin County Amateur Radio Emergency Services and played a crucial role in maintaining communication across the venue due to limited cellular service. "Their involvement is invaluable to help make our team successful in caring for 20,000 athletes," said Dr. Bring.
The medical team prepared for all scenarios with first aid supplies ready for minor injuries like bruises and cuts. They also had equipment for more serious injuries on standby. “If we do have a neck injury...we have mega movers with Columbus fire,” explained Dr. Bring.
Daily operations began with team huddles to outline roles and plans while emphasizing communication through HAM operators during emergencies. Preparation included coordination with security agencies like Columbus Fire and Police Departments along with homeland security officials.
Sean McHenry of OhioHealth coordinated logistics by assigning athletic trainers to different events across multiple venues ensuring adequate coverage at each location. He emphasized understanding the layout of the event space and emergency action plans: “If something happens at this stage...how are they getting ahold of the fire department?”
After daily events concluded at the convention center debrief sessions were held to review performance improvements needed moving forward.
Expressing pride in their work McHenry stated: “I just want to say how proud I am of our athletic trainers...to make it great for athletes."
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