Hygiene

Wrestler Hygiene

In addition to proper nutrition it's important that wrestlers practice proper hygiene to prevent skin diseases and illness. Our mats are cleaned daily. Below are a few best practices.

Wash hands thoroughly after using the restroom
Shower after every practice using antibacterial soap
Always wear clean clothing
Keep fingernails trimmed (most skin infections start with a small scratch)
Clean headgear weekly
Always keep any wounds bandaged/protected
Wash water bottles with soap. Don't share water bottles.
Inspect skin daily after showering
Notify your head coach immediately if you notice any rashes

Signs of a Skin Infection?

Don't worry most can be treated easily especially if caught early.
Schedule a doctor visit.
Depending on the type of infection treatments may vary between topical or oral treatments.
Most infections are no longer contagious after a few days of treatment.
Be sure to have the doctor complete an NFHS Skin Form so there aren't any issues with your wrestler returning. Most events will require a skin check. You must have this form completed if there are visible signs of the infection even if it's been treated.

Types of Skin Infections

Ringworm

Ringworm is a common, contagious fungal infection that affects the skin, nails, and scalp, causing an itchy, circular rash, though it's not caused by worms. It spreads through direct contact with infected people

Impetigo

Impetigo is a common, contagious bacterial skin infection, primarily affecting children, that starts as red sores or pimples, then blisters, and finally forms a thick, yellow-brown crust. It is typically caused by staphylococcal (staph) or streptococcal (strep) bacteria and spreads through direct skin contact

MRSA

Staph skin infections, including MRSA, generally start as swollen, painful red bumps that might look like pimples or spider bites. The affected area might be:

Warm to the touch
Full of pus or other drainage
Accompanied by a fever

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