Sports Physicals

Sports physicals help to ensure an athlete can safely play in their chosen sport as required by the state, school or sports organization. Even when it’s not mandatory, sports physical exams help to keep health, and fitness history up to date.

What happens during sports physical?

Specific requirements can vary according to the particular sport's organizers or governing body. Your child's sports physical examination may include:

• Check of blood pressure, oxygen saturation, heart rate and rhythm

• Details regarding dietary supplements, medications or prescriptions for your child

• Evaluation of flexibility, joints, posture and strength

• General physical exam to check the ears, nose, throat, heart, lungs and abdomen

• Height and weight measurement

• Review of the athlete and the family's medical history

• Vision check