Sports Physicals
What Does Getting A Sports Physical Mean?
Sports physicals are different from the typical well-child checkup because their goal is to be sure your child can safely enjoy sports without risking harm to their body.
- Ensure your child is prepared for vigorous physical activity
- Gather information on your child’s health and development
- Watch for potential warning signs of serious illness
- Meet the requirements of your child’s school, camp, or sports team
- Identify possible risk factors with a certain sport
- Receive advice on avoiding injuries
Regular physicals are an important part of preventative pediatric care. Getting your child an sports physical gives the doctor the opportunity to examine your child, evaluate their health and fitness, and determine whether or not they are prepared for sports or school activities.
Annual physicals however, even when not required by a certain organization, should be a part of your child’s ongoing healthcare because they also provide an important opportunity to discuss your child’s development and any concerns you may have.
Sports FAQs
What is a well child visit?
A well child exam, also called a “physical exam” is designed to evaluate your child’s health and screen for any developmental delay/potential problem. During a well child exam we measure vitals, height, weight, and review developmental stages. We counsel on behavior habits and educational concerns. Vaccinations are discussed and given at the well visit.
What is a sports physical?
A well child exam with emphasis on musculature, fitness and ability to perform in a particular sport.
What happens if my child is sick during their well child visit?
It is also possible that your child is ill at their Well visit and this will require additional time. This visit will be considered a combination well and sick visit which may result in a copay being charged for the sick portion of the visit.
Will I get school forms during this visit?
Yes. Please bring any specific forms you need to this appointment so we can fill them out and give them back to you. We do have some school forms and our own generic form if you need.