Alpinestars Mobile Medical Center

Lake Forest, CA  May 21, 2013: The Asterisk Mobile Medical Center (AMMC) would like to thank our friends at ONE Industries for stepping up to support our Concussion Management program for the 2013 Lucas Oil Motocross series.   Concussion management continues to receive main stream media attention.  We are proud that our program stands up against those in all professional sports as one of the most comprehensive.

Thanks to ONE Industries, rider baseline testing for the 2013 Lucas Oil participants, follow-up, release testing and review will also be available in Southern California, by appointment with Eddie Casillas, Program Coordinator at iCHOR Sports Medicine or Paul R. Reiman, M.D. of Alexander Reiman Orthopedics.  Detailed information about the program is offered on the rig’s website at http://themedicrig.com.

ONE Industries has been known for pushing the envelope and seeking advancement in the products built for our sport. When it comes to advancement, few areas are as important as protecting our brains from rotation violence. This is what is known to be the main cause of concussion and severe Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI). This Fall, ONE Industries will be launching their already proven Gamma helmet with a new and exciting safety feature to answer the call for reduced rotational violence. Stay tuned for more information.

“First and foremost, I want to thank Doc Bodnar for his interest in working with us and his belief in our product. I am honored and proud to be aligned with such an important program and one that has done so much for our sport. We look forward to supporting the AMMC this 2013 season.” – ONE Industries Marketing Director: Greg Lenac.

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About ONE Industries

ONE Industries began as a small band of riders driven by a common passion and a belief that we could do better. In 1997, the army began assembling in the heart of San Diego, California. First we revolutionized motocross graphics, but we were soon designing and marketing a complete line of innovative products for moto and bike riders. We expect our products to be second to none, because we are riders like you who want to be at our best on every ride. So join us on your next ride. And become another rider in the “Army of ONE”.

Lake Forest, CA (5 July 2012) – The Asterisk Mobile Medical Center (AMMC) has successfully implemented a comprehensive Concussion Management Program for Professional Motocross Athletes.  With a grant from Shoei Safety Helmet Corporation and the support of MX Sports Pro Racing, ImPACT® (Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing) baselines for all competitors have been completed.

Paul R. Reiman, M.D., Medical Advisor for the AMMC Concussion program and Eddie Casillas, ATC, Program Coordinator have also implemented the concussion evaluation and treatment process.   Riders with a suspected concussion will be evaluated at the event.  If a concussion is confirmed, the rider will be referred to a concussion specialist in their area for care and follow-up testing until results have returned to baseline.  The rider will then undergo an exertion stress test and if all three components: Physician evaluation, examination after exercise, and an ImPACT test that returns to baseline, the rider will be released to riding.  Riders must have a final evaluation, by the Chief Medical Officer of the event, at the Asterisk Mobile Medical Center prior to returning to competition.

John Bodnar, M.D., Medical Director of the Asterisk Mobile Medical Center wants to thank the professional motocross community for their strong support during the implementation process.  “I particularly want to thank Shoei Helmets for their financial support, MX Sports Pro Racing and Feld Motor Sports for their concern and dedication to rider safety, as well as Eddie Casillas, ATC and Paul R. Reiman, MD. for their expertise and hard work in designing and implementing this comprehensive modern concussion program.

Athletes entering professional competition, or other individuals interested in learning more about the ImPACT program should contact Eddie Casillas, ATC at 951-290-8007 or Paul R. Reiman, M.D at 951-461-8684.

The Asterisk Mobile Medical Center is an emergency care facility available at each AMA professional Outdoor Motocross and Supercross event to staff, participants, and crew at no cost. The full 53 foot hospital trailer is staffed with qualified, experienced medical personnel and offers specialized equipment for our sport’s unique injuries.  The Asterisk Mobile Medical Center is provided to the racing community by Asterisk. Our event day operations are made possible by MX Sports Pro Racing, Feld Motorsports, various Race teams, as well as individual riders and private donors.

by: Brandon Short
Thursday May 5th, 2011

Asterisk Medical Crew Ready to Provide Trackside Medical Support at 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (May 5, 2011) – The anticipation continues to build for the start of the 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship and as the world’s best riders prepare to take to the track for 12 weeks this summer, the Asterisk Mobile Medical Center (AMMC) will be on hand to provide a modern onsite emergency and general medical treatment center, staffed by the most experienced healthcare providers.

As the premier medical support crew in the sport of motocross for many years, the group of special individuals that compose the Asterisk Mobile Medical Center has become the unsung heroes of American Motocross. Led by Asterisk’s Tom Carson and supported by John “Doc” Bodnar and Eddie Casillas, along with the entire AMMC, this team puts its heart and soul into protecting the safety of the riders. Over the years, considerable research has gone into making the mobile center as state-of-the-art as possible so that the athletes can receive the best treatment.

“Asterisk is a part of the foundation of not just the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, but the sport as a whole,” said MX Sports Vice President Davey Coombs. “Doc and his staff have dedicated their service to the riders simply out of love for the sport. Words cannot express how privileged American Motocross is to have them on board.”

The AMMC will be onsite beginning at the opening round in Hangtown on Saturday, May 21, just mere feet away from the starting gate. Additionally, the AMMC will provide active service around the track throughout all sessions of the day whether it be practice, qualifying or during the motos. Several custom-built Kawasaki utility vehicles will provide transportation for a rider if needed while also containing all pertinent supplies.

The entire motocross industry, including riders and series organizers, regularly show their appreciation for the AMMC through donations. The unit’s initiative is arguably the most invaluable element of the entire sport and motocross wouldn’t be the same without the commitment of these individuals.  For more information on the Medical Center, the crew and how to help, visit www.TheMedicRig.com.

The 2011 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship kicks off on Saturday, May 21 from the Rockstar Energy Hangtown National in Rancho Cordova, Calif. Tickets are on sale at www.allisports.com, Special discounts and incentives are available for advance ticket purchasers.

For more information on the 2011 tour, please log on to www.allisports.com/motocross.

For media information about the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, please contact Media Manager Brandon Short via email at media@mxsportsproracing.com or by phone at 949-365-5750.

About the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship
The Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship is the world’s most prestigious motocross series. The Series is managed and produced by MX Sports Pro Racing, whose mission is to raise awareness of motocross racing through the promotion of professional championship racing events nationwide.

The series is also produced in conjunction with Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports, a global business that encompasses national and international action sports events, multimedia production and a consumer-based lifestyle brand. Alli is owned by NBC Sports and MTV Networks and represents a vast network of athletes, fans, brands and properties.

The Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross series is sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, the premier professional motorcycle racing organization in North America. AMA Pro Racing operates a full schedule of events and championships across every spectrum of motorcycle competition.