Wrestling Skin Care Resources | NWCA

Protect Your Athletes. Protect Your Season.

Skin infections are one of the most common and preventable challenges in wrestling. Early detection and fast treatment can keep your athletes on the mat.

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Important return-to-play resource

2026–27 NFHS Wrestling Skin Lesion Form

Download the current NFHS form for documenting a wrestler’s skin condition and medical clearance. Coaches, families, and medical providers should keep this form readily available.

Download the NFHS Skin Lesion Form (PDF)

From mat exposure to close-contact training, wrestlers face a higher risk of skin conditions such as ringworm, impetigo, and herpes gladiatorum. The key to minimizing impact is simple: identify issues early and act quickly.

Through our partnership with DermatologistOnCall, the NWCA gives coaches and athletes direct access to board-certified dermatologists who understand the urgency of competition.

What Coaches Need to Know About Skin Infections

Watch this quick breakdown from a board-certified dermatologist covering prevention, identification, and treatment strategies for common wrestling-related skin conditions.

Common Skin Issues We Can Help Evaluate

Dermatology support is also available for common skin concerns beyond wrestling-related infections, including:

Ringworm
Impetigo
Herpes gladiatorum
Jock itch
Athlete’s foot
Molluscum
Warts
ACNE
Eczema
Psoriasis
Dandruff
Cold sores
Other rashes

Fast, Reliable Dermatology Care When You Need It

When a skin issue arises, time matters. DermatologistOnCall provides secure, convenient access to board-certified dermatologists who can evaluate conditions and recommend treatment, often within hours.*

*DermatologistOnCall’s average time to treat is 7 hours, and all patients are addressed within 48 hours.

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Why DermatologistOnCall?

Fast turnaround for diagnosis and treatment.
No video visit is needed. Provide details about your condition and upload 2–9 photos of the affected area.**
Accessible from anywhere.
No waiting rooms or missed competitions.
Trusted by athletes, coaches, and medical professionals.
Ideal for time-sensitive return-to-play decisions.

** Per state regulations, a brief audio-visual interaction is required in NM, RI, and WV to establish the physician-patient relationship.