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The goals of an injured athlete are simple – to return to competition as quickly as possible and avoid further injury. Our sports medicine physicians and surgeons are trained to treat athletes at every level – weekend warriors, elite youth and high school competitors, college athletes and the professional athletes of Major League Baseball and the National Football League.

Getting the most from your visit

When you visit us, we want you to have the best possible experience. Doing your homework before the appointment helps your visit go smoothly.
  • Schedule your appointment by calling 913-574-4878 or toll-free 855-898-9275.
  • Confirm the location and where to park.
  • Confirm the information you need to bring with you (insurance card, medical records, etc.).
  • Make a list of all medications you are taking, and note your symptoms, concerns about your condition and any questions you have.
  • Dress appropriately for the appointment.
  • Bring a friend or family member if you need assistance.
  • Arrive early.
  • Tell your doctor everything you know about your condition.
  • Take notes on your care team's instructions.
  • Ask questions if you do not understand something.
  • Confirm the next steps.
  • Take all literature home with you to review.
  • Read everything the doctor has suggested concerning your condition.
  • Follow your care team's instructions for treatment.
  • Be sure to inform your doctor if anything about your condition changes.

Nutrition information

  • When you eat real, whole foods, you feel better, play better and perform better. Here's a handy list that will help you perform on and off the field.

  • Smoothies are a great option for on-the-go nutrition, especially for athletes. But a smoothie is only as healthy as the ingredients you use. By including choices from four general categories, you'll have a healthy meal or snack in no time.

    The four general categories include:

    • Liquid
    • Fruits and vegetables
    • Protein
    • Healthy fats and oils

    Remember not to go overboard on sweet fruit! Generally, a handful is plenty. Download your own DIY Smoothie Maker.

  • You can improve your game by eating whole, real foods. That means food that isn't processed, packaged or handed to you from a drive-through window.

    Your plate should have a healthy balance of:

    • Protein
    • Low-starch vegetables
    • Starchy vegetables and whole grains
    • Fruit
    • Fats and oils

    It's also important to drink water. Athletes should consume half of their body weight in water each day. So, if you weigh 150 pounds, you should drink 75 ounces of water each day.

    Download tips to boost your athletic performance.

Call 913-574-4878 or request an appointment.

Sports medicine articles

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The Supplemental Truth

Supplements are products used to improve and enhance an athlete's performance. They might include vitamins, minerals, amino acids, herbs or plants – or any concentration, extract or combination of these. But do they help or hinder? David Smith,...
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Preventive Effects of Eccentric Training on Acute Hamstring Muscle Injury in Professional Baseball

Hamstring injuries are the second most common injury causing missed days in professional baseball field players. Recent studies have shown the preventive benefit of eccentric conditioning on the hamstring muscle group in injury prevention. Specifical...
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Strength of Dynamic Stabilizers of the Elbow in Professional Baseball Pitchers Decreases During Baseball Season

Injuries to the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) are one of the most common and severe incurred by pitchers. Baseball pitchers of all ages and levels have seen an increase in the diagnosis of these injuries. Tears of the UCL are caused by high valgus...
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Achilles Tendon Injuries

Bryan Vopat, MD, discusses whether Achilles tendon injuries are increasing in athletes. Even though it's your body's largest, strongest tendon, it can be sensitive to harm.
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What to Know About Tommy John Surgery

Vincent Key, MD, an orthopedic sports medicine physician at The University of Kansas Health System Sports Medicine and Performance Center, explains Tommy John surgery and offers advice to parents of young baseball pitchers. {"@context":"https://schem...
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ACL Tears Often Require More Than Physical Healing

Bryan Vopat, MD, discusses how an ACL injury can affect an athlete psychologically – along with the importance of talking about it.

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