A sports physical is also known as a pre-participation physical examination. It is a check-up to assess a patients health and fitness as it relates to a sport. In many cases, schools will require it for student athletes.
A sports physical is also known as a pre-participation physical examination. It is a check-up to assess a patients health and fitness as it relates to a sport. In many cases, schools will require it for student athletes.
Examples of what a sports physical may include:
Measure athletes height and weight
Measure blood pressure and pulse
Test athletes vision
Check heart, lungs, belly, ears, nose, and throat
Check joints, strength, flexibility, and posture