Sports Physicals

At Mackoul Pediatrics, we are excited to help your child stay active, healthy, and fit by participating in sports and other high-energy physical activities. A sports physical, or a pre-participation physical exam,  is an important step to make sure that your child is ready to play safely.

These visits are more focused than a regular well-child check. We take time to evaluate your child’s overall health with sports and physical activity in mind.

What to Expect at your Child's Sports Physical:
 

• We will review your child’s medical history, including any past injuries, illnesses, or family health concerns.

• We will perform a thorough physical exam, checking the heart, lungs, joints, flexibility, and strength.

• We will assess vision and hearing

• We will discuss any symptoms that may affect safe participation in sports, such as chest pain, breathing issues, dizziness, and others.

• We will review all current medications and assess any special health needs.

• We will answer any questions that you or your child may have and provide relevant educational material

• Make a professional, evidence-based determination if it is safe for your child to participate in sports at this time.