Physicals

Is your child planning on playing any sports this school year? If so, the school will probably require your child to have a sports physical done before he or she can play. School and sports physicals help make sure that players are in good health before they play, in an effort to avoid injuries and the effects of other potentially harmful medical conditions. Here is the information you need to know before you visit Bajwa Pediatrics for your child's sports physical.

Your child's sports physical will consist of two main parts. First, the doctor will take your child's medical history and family medical history, and then he or she will perform a physical examination of your child.

When acquiring your child's medical history, the doctor will want to know about any serious illnesses or injuries your child has had in the past, any substances your child is currently allergic to and the types of medication your child is on. The doctor will also want to know about any previous surgeries or hospitalizations your child has had, as well as about any suspicious symptoms such as dizziness, chest pain and difficulty breathing.

During the physical exam, the doctor will measure your child's height and weight, take your child's blood pressure and listen to your child's heart and lungs. The doctor will also feel your child's abdomen and look in your child's nose, eyes and throat. Your child may have a vision screening or urinalysis done as well. Depending on the results of these tests, the doctor may prescribe further tests as needed.

Bajwa Pediatrics is committed to helping you keep your child healthy--both when your child is sick and when your child is well, and visiting Bajwa Pediatrics for a sports physical is a great way to make sure that your child is healthy enough to play sports and to solve any problems if he or she is not.