Sport Physicals

Sport Physicals services offered in Buckley, WA

If you or your family are gearing up for a new sports season, you can rely on White River Family Care, LLC, for comprehensive sports physicals that meet organized team registration requirements. Michael Welsh, MD, and the skilled providers take a personalized approach to assessing the health, fitness level, and physical abilities of athletes at all levels. They also provide custom treatment plans for sports injuries, so you can get back in the game as soon as possible. Call the Buckley, Washington, office today to schedule sports physicals for your family or book a consultation online.

Sport Physicals Q & A

What are sports physicals?

A sports physical is a preventive exam that helps identify health issues that might interfere with participating in certain sports. The goals of a physical are to assess your overall health to ensure you can train and play sports safely without increasing your risk for injuries or illness.

White River Family Care, LLC offers comprehensive sports physicals for adults and adolescents that meet the requirements of recreational teams, schools, and other sports organizations.

The medical team takes a patient-centered approach to assessing your needs and ensuring that you can safely participate in your chosen sport. They also provide resources you can use to improve your performance in the game and to lower your risk for sports-related injuries.

What can I expect during a sports physical?

During a sports physical, the White River Family Care, LLC team reviews your personal and family medical histories to identify potential conditions that can interfere with sports participation.

They also complete a physical exam that includes:

Height and weight evaluation
Vision and hearing assessment
Blood pressure screening
Heart and lung evaluation
Assessment of muscle strength and joint flexibility

The team may also check your reflexes, balance, and coordination to assess your ability to play certain sports. In some cases, you might need bloodwork or other lab tests to check for underlying health issues.

When should I schedule a sports physical?

Schedule a sports physical at White River Family Care, LLC before your team’s registration deadlines. It’s important to schedule an appointment early to ensure you have the necessary paperwork to register for a sport.

You may also need extra time to complete a physical if the team identifies conditions like asthma that affect your ability to participate in certain activities. If you don’t pass the initial physical, your provider can discuss treatment options to manage a condition so that you can qualify for your chosen sport.

The medical specialists recommend that adults and kids schedule routine sports physicals, even if registration doesn’t require them. Sports physicals provide peace of mind that you or your child is healthy enough to engage in training exercises and other sports-related activities.

Call White River Family Care, LLC today to schedule a sports physical for yourself or your children. You can also book an appointment online.