What Is a School Physical?
A physical for school is a routine check-up that focuses on your child’s overall health. It helps identify potential health issues, monitor their growth and development.
What’s included in a school physical exam?
- Medical history review (e.g., family health, past surgeries, allergies, etc.)
- Basic exam (e.g., measure height, weight, and blood pressure)
- Vision and hearing tests
- Assessment of overall health and medical conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, etc.)
- Health maintenance tips (e.g., nutrition, sleep, mental health, etc.)
- Complete forms as needed for school participation
What Is a Sports Physical?
A sports physical, or preparticipation physical evaluation (PPE), helps identify whether it’s safe for your child to participate in athletics. Even if your child has had their annual check-up, they may still need a sports exam to ensure they can safely participate in activity.
Texas requires an annual PPE for students who want to participate in school sports.
Here is what to expect:
- Medical history review specifically focused on past injuries.
- Detailed musculoskeletal assessment (e.g., joint flexibility, muscle strength, spine, posture, etc.).
- Cardiovascular check-up (e.g., heart murmur, irregular heartbeat, blood pressure, etc.).
- Respiratory check-up (e.g., asthma, breathing issues during physical activity, etc.).
- Neurological exam (e.g., reflexes, balance, coordination, etc.).
- Vision and hearing tests.
- Physical fitness check (e.g., endurance, flexibility, agility, etc.).
- Discussion of injury prevention and safe participation.
- Clearance for specific sports, including form completion.
What Is a Camp Physical?
A camp physical exam is similar to school and sports physicals, but it is more focused on the camp environment.
Here is what to expect:
- Medical history review (e.g., allergies, past surgeries, chronic illnesses, etc.).
- Assessment of overall health (e.g., skin checks for sun exposure risk).
- Respiratory and musculoskeletal assessment.
- Discuss medication management at camp (e.g., EpiPens, inhalers, etc.).
- Health and safety tips (e.g., sun protection, hydration, managing food allergies, etc.).
- Emergency care planning for chronic conditions or allergies.
- Clearance for camp participation, including form completion.
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Whether it’s a camp, school, or sports requirement, Alamo City Urgent Care is your go-to solution for same-day physicals that fit into your busy schedule.
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