Why Sports and School Physicals Matter

Written By Vidal Cerna

READ ALL ABOUT IT, SPORTS PHYSICALS AT PROGRESSIVE HEALTHCARE DPC.

As summer winds down and the school year approaches, parents and students have a lot on their minds. New teachers, class schedules, and after-school activities. But there’s one important thing that should be on every family's checklist: the annual sports and school physical.

At Progressive Healthcare DPC, we make these checkups simple, thorough, and stress-free—because keeping your kids healthy is our top priority.

✅ What Are Sports or School Physical?

Also known as a pre-participation physical examination (PPE), this exam is designed to make sure your child is healthy and ready for the academic year and any athletic activities. Most schools and sports leagues require it before students can participate.

The physical includes:

  • Medical history review

  • Height, weight, and vitals check

  • Vision and hearing screening

  • Musculoskeletal and joint assessment

  • Cardiovascular and respiratory exam

  • Mental health screening

  • Discussion of any chronic conditions (asthma, ADHD, etc.)

  • Immunization updates if needed

🏈 Why Are These Physicals Important?

1. Catch Potential Health Issues Early
A school or sports physical can identify undiagnosed conditions that may impact your child’s safety or performance like asthma, heart murmurs, or joint issues.

2. Ensure Safe Participation in Sports
We assess strength, flexibility, and injury history to determine if a student is fit to play and if not, we work on a care plan to get them there.

3. Keep Vaccinations Up to Date
School requirements vary, and a physical is a great time to review and update immunizations like Tdap, meningitis, HPV, and flu shots.

4. Open the Door for Important Conversations
From nutrition and sleep to stress, anxiety, or puberty concerns this visit creates space to talk about overall wellness.

When Should You Schedule One?

Why Not Today?

Don’t wait until the last minute most schools require forms to be turned in before practices start. Ideally, schedule your child’s physical 4–6 weeks before the school year or sports season begins, so there's time to address any follow-ups.

👩‍⚕️ Why Choose Progressive Healthcare DPC?

With our direct primary care model, school and sports physicals are included in your membership—no hidden fees, no insurance hassles, and no long wait times. You’ll get:

  • Same or next-day appointments

  • Personalized attention from your trusted provider

  • Easy access via text or call for follow-up questions

  • Detailed forms and documentation handled for you

📝 What to Bring to the Appointment

  • Completed sections of any school or league forms

  • List of medications or past injuries

  • Immunization records (if available)

  • Any questions you or your child may have

 

🏅 Let’s Set Them Up for a Healthy, Successful Year!

A school or sports physical isn’t just a checkbox it’s a chance to support your child’s health, confidence, and performance. Whether they’re hitting the books or the playing field, we’re here to help them thrive.

 

Need to schedule a physical? We make it easy.
📅 Call or text us today to get on the calendar before the school rush!

 

Visit us at https://www.progressivehealthcaredpc.com/ and become a member

 

 

Vidal Cerna
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