The UK Sports Medicine Research Institute (SMRI) is a state-of-the-art research center developed out of a partnership with the College of Health Sciences, College of Medicine, UK HealthCare, and UK Athletics Department.
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Mission
To conduct interdisciplinary research to optimize the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries and performance.
Vision
To be a leader in sports medicine research that empowers people to achieve long-term health and wellness.
Values
Respect and Humility
- Show consideration for one another
- Acknowledge and embrace each other's differences (background, skills, opinions, ideas, cultures, etc.)
- Individual and organizational goals align
Collaboration and Innovation
- Cooperative efforts drive unique and impactful results
- Interdisciplinary approach that values diverse expertise, experiences, and education
Teamwork
- Build camaraderie and trust
- Success is reliant on interdependence
- Care about each other; making the workplace a family for everyone
Evolving/growth and life-long learning
- Adapt to internal and external landscapes
- Facilitate professional and personal development
- Foster the continual pursuit of knowledge
Impact
- Instill a passion to make a difference in communities served
- Focus on the individual for the betterment of the community
Use an interdisciplinary approach to develop strategies unique to injury and task-specific needs:
- Develop strategies to prevent, treat, and rehabilitate injuries
- Develop interventions to optimize performance
- Develop strategies to achieve long-term health and wellness
Initiatives:
Outreach
Share evidence-based strategies and knowledge to instill a passion in communities for long-term health and wellness through:
- Injury prevention and training workshops
- Presentations to share research findings
- Collaborations with community organizations
Decrease the risk of injury, improve athletic performance, and improve overall health, wellness, and quality of life for physically active individuals through:
- Performance and Wellness Testing