Sports Physicals in the Philadelphia, PA, area | School Physicals | Camp Physicals

Get a Physical Without the Wait

School, sports, and camp physicals are often required to ensure participants are healthy. They are usually straightforward exams assessing a patient’s overall health and wellness, but they often must be booked well in advance. If you need a sports, school, or camp physical and have trouble getting into your doctor’s office anytime soon, why not visit an AFC Urgent Care location in the Philadelphia, PA, area?

You are welcome to make an appointment at many locations or walk in anytime at any of our area’s urgent care centers. We strive to keep wait times to a minimum so you can get the physical you need and get on with your day.

How Do I Prepare For A Physical?

A good way to prepare your child (or yourself) for a school, camp, or sports physical at an AFC Urgent Care location in the Philadelphia, PA, area is to make sure that you or your child is wearing comfortable clothes so that he or she can move around as needed. You and your child should also be ready to answer questions about your family's medical and personal health history. It is important to provide a detailed family medical history to give your child’s examiner a complete picture of their health.

It is important that you mention any previous injuries or conditions, including when the injuries occurred, what treatments your child underwent, and which physician cared for your child. Your child should also be encouraged to be honest when answering questions during the exam. If athletes are scared they may not be cleared to play, they might be untruthful about their health and put themselves at risk of injury.

What Is A Sports Physical?

A sports physical at AFC Urgent Care locations in the Philadelphia, PA, area helps determine whether or not a child (or adult) can physically participate in a sport safely. Additionally, anyone starting a new exercise routine or sport should always first discuss it with a healthcare professional, and sports physicals offer an easy way to do so.

It’s important to note that a sports physical does not replace a regular annual checkup or physical. While a sports physical typically covers much of what happens during an annual physical or exam, it’s still important to schedule a separate annual checkup for your child to monitor milestones and address other areas not covered in a sports physical.

What Is Done At A Sports Physical?

The physical examination at American Family Care locations in Philadelphia PA are similar to an annual checkup but with some added things related to playing sports. The provider will focus on the health of your lungs, heart, bones, and joints.

Your provider may:

• Measure your height and weight
• Measure your blood pressure and pulse
• Test your vision
• Check your heart, lungs, belly, ears, nose, and throat
• Check your joints, strength, flexibility, and posture

Your provider may ask about:

• Your diet
• Your use of drugs, alcohol, and supplements
• Your menstrual periods if you’re a girl or woman

If your child requires a school, camp, or sports physical, come to AFC Urgent Care locations in the Philadelphia, PA, area today! We are experienced in these physicals and can help you and your child get where you are going! Contact one of our offices today to book an appointment or walk in.

What Happens If The Physical Reveals A Problem?

If your provider notices something that needs a closer look during your physical, he will help you take the next steps. We might order labs or prescribe medication. However, because our labs and pharmacy services are all in-house, you’re able to get speedier results.

We’re capable of handling:

• X-rays
• Blood tests
• STD screenings
• Pre-operation bloodwork

All these services are performed right at our locations, typically without a need for a follow-up visit.

AFC Urgent Care FAQs About School And Sports Physicals

Do You Provide Other Services To Meet School And Sports Requirements?

Yes! AFC Urgent Care locations in the Philadelphia, PA, area offer a wide range of preventive services, including vaccinations. And if you or a family member is hurt playing sports, our urgent care service is unrivaled.

How Long Will My School or Sports Physical Take?

We work hard to keep wait times to a minimum, and many people can be in and out of our clinics within 30 minutes.

What Do School and Sports Physicals Screen For?

Our providers examine what they can see externally, including your ears, nose, and mouth, to ensure everything looks normal. They might also feel for lumps and check your organs for swelling. Physicals are a great way to assess your general health.