Welcome to Truman Athletics

Welcome to Truman! Before you begin your career as a Bulldog, there is some medical information you will need to supply. Please read the following information carefully.

Medical Paperwork

Every new Bulldog must create an electronic medical file. This file must be complete before you can begin any athletic activities at Truman.

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A complete medical file must contain all of the following:

  • Emergency Contact form
  • Pre-Participation Physical form
  • Sickle Cell blood test results
  • Concussion Acknowledgment form
  • Insurance information (including a photo of your insurance card)

Sickle Cell Testing

All NCAA student-athletes are required to provide results of a blood test for sickle cell trait. These test results must be submitted to the athletic training department prior to any athletic participation.

Newborn Screening
All babies born in the United States are tested for sickle cell at birth. These test results may be requested from your primary care physician.

If you cannot obtain a copy of your newborn screenings, you must request a sickle cell solubility test from your physician and supply a copy of those test results prior to participation. You will be asked to upload a copy of these results to your electronic medical file.

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Insurance Requirements

All Truman athletes must have their own insurance policy. You will not be allowed to participate in athletics until you have proof of insurance coverage. No student-athlete will be allowed to practice until they provide proof of primary insurance.

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Truman’s Secondary Insurance Policy
The Truman State University athletic department carries a secondary athletic insurance policy for all Truman varsity athletes. This policy covers injuries that occur while participating in official practice activities. Injuries and illnesses that occur outside of formal athletic practices and competition are not covered by this policy.

Physical Exam Requirements

As a new athlete to Truman State University, you are required to have a physical exam before participation in Bulldog Athletics. This exam must be completed by the Truman team physicians — a high school physical or physical from a personal physician will not be accepted. The Truman physical is at no cost to the athlete. Physicals are scheduled for the beginning of the season and coordinated with the team schedule.

Prepare Your Medical History
The medical history portion of the exam is extremely important. If you have experienced any of the conditions listed below, come prepared with paperwork that documents the condition and clears you for participation (x-rays, MRIs, operative reports, physician notes). Know the dates of injuries, dates and descriptions of surgeries, etc. If physicians are unsure of your history, they will require notes from your physician — this may delay your participation.

Conditions requiring documentation:

  • Concussions, loss of consciousness, or head/neck injury
  • Fractures or dislocations
  • Severe muscle strains or ligament sprains
  • Surgeries that may affect athletic participation
  • Allergies or allergic reactions
  • Family history of heart disease or other disorder (high blood pressure, diabetes, etc.)
  • Conditions or disorders involving major organ systems
  • Cancer
  • Heart condition (bring physician clearance and documentation of diagnostic testing)
  • Asthma
Pre-existing Conditions & Financial Responsibility
The Athletic Training Staff at Truman wants to make athletic participation as safe as possible. If, during your physical exam, our Team Physicians feel that you have a condition or injury that puts you at risk, you will not be allowed to participate until your safety can be assured. This may require diagnostic testing, x-rays, EKGs, or a visit to a specialist. Since such conditions are pre-existing and not a result of participation in Truman athletics, you will be responsible for any bills that result. We will do our best to help you work with your insurance company to coordinate payment.
Questions? Contact the Truman State Athletic Training staff if you have any questions about completing your new athlete requirements.