Sports Physicals

Playing on a sports team and engaging in athletics are great ways for your child to develop a healthy lifestyle, get in shape, and build their self-esteem. No matter which sport they play, it may be necessary for them to obtain a sports physical before the season. Akukeng Mba, FNP, Abraham Mbangowah, FNP, and the team at Diversity Health Clinic LLC in Germantown, Maryland, provide convenient and comprehensive sports can camp physicals to ensure that their patients are fully up to the physical demands of their sport. Call the office or request an appointment online today to learn more. 

What is a sports physical?

Sports, while fun and rewarding, are physically demanding. It is very important for your child or teenager to get a thorough physical examination to determine that their bodies can take on the challenges of the sport they play. 

During a sports physical, your child's Diversity Health Clinic LLC provider ensures that your child doesn’t have any injuries or diseases that make it inadvisable for them to play their sport. The general health of your child is determined, as well as any congenital conditions or genetic risk factors they may have. 

Your child's Diversity Health Clinic LLC provider also determines the developmental state of child and adolescent athletes who come for their sports physicals to help ensure that they are ready to play their chosen sport. 

In addition to sports physicals, the team at Diversity Health Clinic LLC also offers camp physicals.

Who should get a sports physical?

A sports physical is a good idea for any child or teenager who plans to play a sport, be it football, volleyball, tennis, or wrestling. Some states even require every athlete to get a physical before participating in certain sports. 

Even when it isn’t required, a sports or camp physical helps ensure that your child is fully ready to participate in their chosen activities and can even help prevent injuries from occurring. 

Ideally, sports physicals should be done with enough time for the physician to do any follow-up testing or needed treatments. This time frame is usually six to eight weeks from when your child’s sports season starts. 

What can my child expect at their physical?

It is important to remember that a sports or camp physical is not the same thing as a regular physical checkup by your doctor. The primary purpose of a sports physical is to determine if your child is in the physical shape necessary to participate in their sport. 

During the appointment, your child's provider conducts a thorough physical examination to determine your child’s general health and wellness. In addition, they gather a detailed medical history for your child and your family to help determine any individual risks. 

The team at Diversity Health Clinic LLC is committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to all of their patients, helping to ensure your child stays healthy and active, no matter what sport they play.

To learn more, call Diversity Health Clinic LLC or request a sports physical appointment online today.