SCHOOL & SPORTS PE

Our Occupational clinic offers comprehensive professional Sport Physicals services tailored to safeguard the well-being and performance of all sports players and athletes.

These services and physical exams include:

• Vital signs assessment, measuring blood pressure, pulse, and body mass index (BMI).
• Visual inspection of the heart, lungs, lymph nodes, abdomen, skin, eyes, ears, nose, and throat.
• Evaluation of joint mobility, muscle strength, and neurological functions.
• Review of medical history, identifying previous illnesses, surgeries, or conditions.
• Fitness assessment, determining cardiovascular and respiratory capacity.
• Recommendations for avoiding injury and improving overall health.

Such services are crucial for maintaining the safety and effectiveness of athletes, particularly in competitive settings.

Professional Sports Physicals are often required by educational institutions, sports organizations, and government agencies to ensure compliance with legal standards and protect the welfare of athletes.

Our clinic also offers comprehensive sports and school physical services tailored specifically to meet the needs of children and schools. These physical exams and services include:

• Review of medical history: Identifying previous illnesses, surgeries, or conditions relevant to the child’s well-being and safety during physical activities.
• Physical examination: Measuring vital signs, inspecting joint mobility, muscle strength, and neurological functions, and performing visual, auditory, and cardiopulmonary assessments.
• Recommendations: Suggesting ways to improve overall health, prevent injury, and optimize performance.
• Form completion: Submitting required forms for participation in sports, camps, or schools.

To ensure the safety and success of children engaged in sports and school activities, consider the following points:

• Timely appointments: Schedule sports physicals at least six weeks prior to the start of the sports season to allow sufficient time for tests or treatments, if needed. Otherwise regular appointments are ok too.
• Annual visits: Although many states only mandate sports physicals annually, it is recommended to maintain ongoing communication between the child’s primary care provider and the specialist providing sports physicals.
• Convenience: Select locations that offer flexible hours and walk-ins to accommodate busy schedules.
• Affordable rates: Choose clinics with reasonable fees to minimize financial barriers.
• Comprehensiveness: Opt for clinics that cover a wide array of services, including sports physicals, routine check-ups, and immunizations.

Remember that these sports physicals are not intended to prevent children from participating in sports but instead to ensure their safety and well-being during physical activities. Children should always inform coaches or teachers of any changes in their health status after receiving a sports physical.