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SPORTS & SCHOOL PHYSICALS

A sports or school physical is an essential step in ensuring your child is healthy, safe, and fully prepared to participate in physical activities. At Milestones Pediatric, we understand that every child develops differently and deserves a thorough, compassionate evaluation before starting a new school year or athletic season. Our goal is to help your child stay active, confident, and injury-free — whether they’re preparing for team sports, PE class, school clubs, or summer programs.

Sports and school physicals do more than simply check boxes on a form. They offer valuable insight into your child’s overall health, growth, and development. At Milestones Pediatric, we take a complete, child-centered approach so parents can feel confident that their child is ready to participate safely and joyfully.

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WHY SPORTS & SCHOOL PHYSICALS ARE IMPORTANT

A thorough physical ensures that your child is healthy enough to participate in physical activities safely. These exams help identify any underlying health issues that may not be immediately obvious, ensuring your child’s safety and preventing potential injuries.

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WHAT WE OFFER FOR SPORTS & SCHOOL PHYSICALS

Our sports and school physicals include a comprehensive, age-appropriate evaluation designed to identify health concerns early and support your child’s ongoing wellness. We prioritize thoroughness, safety, and education — making sure parents understand every part of the exam.

  • Comprehensive Health Assessment: Your child receives a complete evaluation of their overall health, including growth milestones, developmental trends, and any current symptoms or concerns. This helps ensure your child is physically prepared for the demands of school or sports participation.
  • Physical Fitness Evaluation: We assess strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance to identify early signs of weakness or instability. This evaluation helps prevent injuries and is especially valuable for student athletes participating in high-intensity sports such as soccer, basketball, football, cheer, track, or gymnastics.
  • Heart & Lung Health Check: Our team listens to the heart and lungs to detect any issues that may affect breathing or physical performance. Early detection of concerns like murmurs, irregular rhythms, or asthma symptoms reduces the risk of complications during activity.
  • Musculoskeletal Screening: We examine joints, bones, posture, and muscle tone to identify concerns that could increase injury risk — such as scoliosis, joint instability, or previous injuries that need follow-up. This ensures your child can safely handle practices, games, and school activities.
  • Immunization Check: We review your child’s immunization record to confirm they are up to date on required vaccines for school or sports participation. If additional vaccines are needed, they can be administered during the same visit for added convenience.

Sports and school physicals create a strong foundation for your child’s academic and athletic success. Our clinic ensures each child receives personalized, thorough, and compassionate care.

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WHAT TO EXPECT DURING A SPORTS & SCHOOL PHYSICAL

Our physicals are designed to be thorough, gentle, and child-friendly. We want both you and your child to feel comfortable throughout the entire visit.

  • Vital Sign Measurements: We begin by checking blood pressure, heart rate, height, weight, and temperature. These numbers help us understand your child’s baseline health and identify any changes over time.
  • Physical Exam: We assess your child’s heart, lungs, eyes, ears, throat, abdomen, reflexes, and musculoskeletal system. This detailed exam helps us detect anything that might interfere with safe physical activity. If your child uses glasses or contacts, we also perform a vision screening.
  • Questions About Medical History: We discuss your child’s past injuries, health concerns, medications, allergies, and family medical history. This helps us determine if any special precautions are needed during sports or school activities. The more we understand about your child’s health, the better we can support their needs.
  • Completion of Required Forms: We complete all school or sports participation forms during the visit. Our goal is to ensure everything is filled out clearly, accurately, and promptly so your child can participate without delays or paperwork complications.
  • Parent Education & Recommendations: We discuss how to keep your child safe, hydrated, and conditioned for physical activity. If your child needs additional support—such as asthma management, injury follow-ups, or specialist referrals—we guide you through the next steps.

A sports or school physical isn’t just a formality — it’s an important opportunity to protect your child’s health and set them up for a successful year.

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FAQ

Well-child visits are recommended regularly from infancy through adolescence. The schedule typically follows: newborn, 1 month, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months, 15 months, 18 months, 2 years, and then annually.

Please bring your child’s vaccination records, a list of any medications they are taking, and any questions or concerns you may have.

Vaccinations are given based on your child’s age and the CDC-recommended schedule. We will review what’s needed at each visit.

If your child has a mild illness, such as a runny nose, the visit can still proceed. However, if they have a fever or contagious illness, we may need to reschedule.

Most well-child visits last between 20 to 40 minutes, depending on your child’s needs and any concerns you’d like to discuss.

We strive for continuity of care, so we do our best to schedule your child with the same provider for each visit whenever possible.

Well-child visits are the perfect time to discuss any concerns about growth, behavior, or milestones. We can provide screenings, guidance, and referrals if needed.

Most insurance plans cover well-child visits as part of preventive care. We recommend checking with your provider to confirm coverage.