If your child plays sports or school or other extracurricular activities, it’s important to have routine physicals. Sports physicals help ensure your child is in optimal physical health before engaging in high-energy activities.
Although some schools or coaches may not require these physicals, it’s a good idea to have them. Routine exams help keep parents updated on medical records and how to encourage proper development for their child. Whether they need an examination for sports or a routine school physical, our physicians can do them for you.
Each sports physical may happen differently depending on the coach or school of your child. Also, certain sports have different requirements for examinations. However, general examinations include hearing, vision, flexibility, posture, and a review of medical history.
It’s essential that parents fill out some important paperwork for their child’s physical. You should list any current health issues, medical history, immunization records, or address any concerns you have.
A sports physical is a good time for physicians to educate children on good habits and training for health and wellness. Physicians can offer advice and tips on avoiding injury and on how to follow a nutrition plan. This is also a good time to receive help with pre-existing injuries or conditions.