When people see an athlete on the field winning a game, they may think of all the work and time put into training. But what happens behind the scenes to address injuries and keep players healthy? The Sports Medicine Staff, employed by UMKC Athletics, is a group of health professionals who oversee the physical and mental well-being of student athletes. These individuals go above and beyond their responsibilities to ensure each patient gets the care and learns the skills needed to remain healthy. The team includes athletic trainers, physicians, a dietician, a psychologist and a dentist. The athletic trainers spend the most time with the athletes and keep up with their health. When a situation arises such as an injury or other medical condition, they seek the advice and expertise of the physicians. The physicians … Read entire article »