Sports Physicals
Sports physicals are essential for ensuring that athletes are physically prepared and healthy enough to participate in their sport. This focused evaluation checks for injuries, reviews medical history, and ensures that athletes can safely engage in athletic activities. It’s a quick and important step in maintaining both health and safety during sports season.
Frequently Asked Questions
A sports physical evaluates overall health, reviews past medical history, checks for injuries, and ensures an athlete is ready to safely participate in athletics.
The exam typically lasts 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the individual’s medical history.
Please bring any forms required by your school or sport, a list of medications, and past medical history.
No, sports physicals are not a comprehensive health assessment – they focus on a student’s ability to safely participate in athletics while annual exams provide a complete health assessment.