Sports Physicals

SPORTS PHYSICALS

Why are Sports Physicals Required?

If you or your child needs a sports physical to participate in any type of athletics this year, we can help. We can schedule a sports physical that will be comprehensive and convenient. There are significant health benefits to participating in any type of athletics, but there are also significant health risks as well. A sports physical is intended to make sure you are prepared to take advantage of the benefits with a minimum risk for sports related injuries. These all have to be taken seriously. Participating in sports when you have inadequate conditioning or serious risk factors will make you more likely to suffer serious injuries that could disable you for life. You may even be at risk for sudden death due to poor conditioning or certain health factors.

Sports Physicals Include

Assessing your general health
Determining your fitness and conditioning level
Detect congenital conditions and genetic risk factors that may put you in danger during participation
Evaluate your recovery from prior injury
Evaluate the size and developmental state of a child participating in sports

What Happens in a Sports Physical?

A sports physical consists of two parts, a medical history and a physical examination. Your medical history evaluation focuses on incidents that have happened in your life that may affect your ability to participate, such as illnesses or injuries that may have resulted in permanent damage to your lungs or other tissues, as well as any genetic predispositions that may put you at risk. You will also be asked about any drugs you are currently taking, including over-the-counter medications and herbal supplements.

During the physical examination, you will have a thorough physical examination which will start with basics like height, weight, and blood pressure. The doctor will listen to your heart and lungs to determine their health. You may be asked to elevate your heart rate as part of the exam. A sports physical will also include tests of your strength and flexibility.

Why Choose a Primary Care Doctor for Your Sports Physical?

Your primary care doctor is uniquely positioned to give you a quick, comprehensive, and accurate sports physical. Your doctor already knows most of the important information about your medical history, and will also know if there are any important issues to look out for during your physical, which could lead to a better physical. Your regular doctor is in a better position to judge when something is a concern and when it is not, which means you are less likely to be referred to specialists for evaluation or be needlessly denied the ability to participate.

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Dr. Andy Fine and his staff have treated me nothing less than excellent since the day I found them. It is not easy to find a good doctor these days, and I knew that I had found a good doctor when I met Dr. Fine. I have a serious back injury and he was the first person that I saw that said I didn't need surgery that there were ways around it.

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Dr. Fine was incredibly friendly and professional. He took time to get to know me and was very efficient throughout the appointment, meeting all of my needs and answering all of my questions. He was right on time and the appointment went smoothly and I was pleasantly surprised at how little time it took to get in and out of the office.

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Been here twice in the last week with my fiancée to address some ongoing issues, and each time have been very pleased. Front desk staff was courteous, MAs were all very personable and nice and both providers (we've seen two NPs) were very helpful and good listeners. Will definitely return to the office in the future!

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My experiences with Dr Fine have been very good over the years and I trust him with my health more than any other doctor I have seen. He knows the right doctors to send me to if I need a specialist too. Friendly and efficient staff in a small personalized office.

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I love having Jen as my Primary Care Physician. She is a sweetheart and doesn’t make you feel like just a number. They feel more like family than Drs and always do the best they can to help in whatever way they can. Absolutely recommend them.

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Dr. Andy Fine and his staff have treated me nothing less than excellent since the day I found them. It is not easy to find a good doctor these days, and I knew that I had found a good doctor when I met Dr. Fine. I have a serious back injury and he was the first person that I saw that said I didn't need surgery that there were ways around it.

-Stephanie G.
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Dr. Fine was incredibly friendly and professional. He took time to get to know me and was very efficient throughout the appointment, meeting all of my needs and answering all of my questions. He was right on time and the appointment went smoothly and I was pleasantly surprised at how little time it took to get in and out of the office.

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Been here twice in the last week with my fiancée to address some ongoing issues, and each time have been very pleased. Front desk staff was courteous, MAs were all very personable and nice and both providers (we've seen two NPs) were very helpful and good listeners. Will definitely return to the office in the future!

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My experiences with Dr Fine have been very good over the years and I trust him with my health more than any other doctor I have seen. He knows the right doctors to send me to if I need a specialist too. Friendly and efficient staff in a small personalized office.

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I love having Jen as my Primary Care Physician. She is a sweetheart and doesn’t make you feel like just a number. They feel more like family than Drs and always do the best they can to help in whatever way they can. Absolutely recommend them.

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