A sports physical gives a medical provider the chance to review your health history, check your overall health, and discuss anything that could affect safe participation. Convenient same day care can make getting a sports physical easier when you or your child needs one before an upcoming season or activity. At AFC Urgent Care Centennial, we provide sports physicals for patients in Centennial and the Littleton, CO area. We are open seven days a week from 8 AM to 8 PM on weekdays and 8 AM to 5 PM on weekends, and gladly accept walk-in patients.
What Does a Sports Physical Include?
A sports physical usually includes a review of your medical history and a physical exam. Your provider may ask about past injuries, medications, allergies, or symptoms you experience while exercising. They will also check areas such as your heart, lungs, vision, joints, and reflexes. The goal is to identify anything that may need more attention before you participate in a sport or other physical activity. If something comes up during the exam, we can explain what the next steps may look like.
What Should You Bring to a Sports Physical?
Coming prepared can help your visit go more smoothly and make sure your provider has what they need to complete the exam. Parents should bring any forms required by their child's school or sports team, while adults may need documentation for a recreational league or other organized activity.
- Required forms: Bring any paperwork that needs to be completed by a medical provider during your visit.
- Medical information: Be ready to share information about medications, allergies, past injuries, and any health concerns that may affect physical activity.
- Insurance information: Bring your insurance card if you plan to use medical insurance for your visit.
Can You Get a Sports Physical at Urgent Care?
Yes, urgent care can be a practical option when you need a sports physical and cannot get in to see your regular provider. At AFC Urgent Care Centennial, we offer walk in physicals and aim to provide short wait times for patients with busy schedules. After reviewing your health history and completing the exam, our board-certified medical staff will discuss the results with you. You may be cleared to participate, or may be recommended to follow up if there is a concern that needs more attention. This gives you a better understanding of your health before getting back on the field, court, track, or another activity.
When Should You Get a Sports Physical?
It is best to get a sports physical before the season or activity begins. This gives you time to address any concerns that may come up during the visit without feeling rushed by an approaching deadline. For parents, getting a physical done before the school year or sports season gets busy can also mean one less thing to manage later. Adults joining a local league or starting a new activity can benefit from checking their organization's requirements ahead of time. If you need a physical sooner, urgent care can help you take care of it without waiting for a future appointment.
Visit AFC Urgent Care Centennial for a Sports Physical
At AFC Urgent Care Centennial, we provide sports and school physicals for adults, students, and families in Centennial, Littleton, and surrounding South Denver communities. Whether your child needs a physical before participating in a school sport or you need one for a local recreational league or activity, our team can help you complete your required exam in one convenient visit.
We also accept medical insurance, and you can view our accepted insurance plans before your visit. To learn more about sports physicals or the conditions we treat, contact our team directly by phone at (303) 220-9168.