Monday, July 16, 2018

Back to School and Sports Physicals Help to Keep our Children Healthy




Annual Physical Exams

Annual physical exams are vitally important for children of all ages, whether it's an annual back-to-school physical or sports exam. A lot can change in a child's health over the course of one year, and an annual physical exam allows a provider to monitor the health and development of your child. 

Annual physicals also ensure that your child is up-to-date with their vaccines which help to protect against various diseases. Completing the various recommended immunization series protects not only your child, but the community as well. 


Sports Physicals

Sports physicals help to prevent many injuries and identify current conditions that might make it unsafe to participate in the planned sports activity.  


Both back-to-school and sports physicals begin with reviewing the family’s health history, followed by the patient’s personal health and immunization history. 

What's included in a Physical?

The actual physical examination typically includes: 

  • Examining the Ear, Nose and Throat
  • Vision testing
  • Height and Weight measurements
  • Listening to heart and lungs
  • Pulse and Blood Pressure checks
  • Checking for abnormalities by examining parts of the body
  • Observing range of motion, joint flexibility, spinal alignment and posture
  • Testing motor skills, reflexes, coordination and strength
  • Hernia check

Be sure to schedule an annual back-to-school physical or sports exam today, so that your child is ready when back-to-school rolls around!