When your child starts showing an interest in sports or other group activities, you might be worried about the risk of injury or them dealing with other complications. Before your child gets involved in any of these activities, it’s important to bring them to their pediatrician for a sports physical. Dr. Corazon Panes Sanchez at Sanchez Pediatrics in Port Deposit, Rising Sun, and Essex, MD, can explain what happens during a sports physical so that you and your child can be prepared for what to expect.
What Goes on During a Sports Physical?
When you’re bringing your child in for an appointment, you usually want to make sure that you know what to expect so that you can have any questions prepared and get your child comfortable with what they can expect. During a sports physical with our pediatrician in Port Deposit, Rising Sun, and Essex, MD, you can expect a full examination to make sure your child is ready for any and all activities they may want to pursue.
Your child’s pediatrician will examine every area of your child’s body, making sure to check their reflexes, listen to their heart and lungs, and look for any signs of issues that may be going untreated. If your child is dealing with an issue like asthma, it could be difficult for them to participate without an inhaler and it’s important to know these details so that adjustments can be made during play.
A sports physical also makes sure that your child’s risk of injury is low. Your pediatrician will check their joints and make sure there aren’t any concerns going unnoticed. They’ll also have their height and weight checked.
Contact Our Pediatrician Today
Make sure your child is ready for their favorite activities. Contact Dr. Sanchez at Sanchez Pediatrics in Port Deposit, Rising Sun, and Essex, MD, to schedule a sports physical today. Call (410) 642-9172 for more information today.