What do they do at a sports physical?

According to the National Library of Medicine, a sports physical normally includes a chat about your medical history as well as a physical examination. A sports physical is intended to detect any potential health issues that may be caused or exacerbated by sports, as well as to manage chronic diseases or injuries that may prevent you from participating in specific activities.

What is a physical exam?

During a physical exam, your doctor will examine and evaluate your body to see whether you have any physical health issues. According to the National Library of Medicine, a physical examination normally entails your doctor visually inspecting your body, feeling it with their fingers or hands, and listening to it (such as your heart).

What if you don’t pass a sports physical?

According to Texas A&M University, if your doctor detects a concern that could jeopardize your health and safety while participating in sports, they will work with you to identify and address the issue before the start of the season, if possible. Your doctor may recommend that you use a medical device such as a brace or send you to a specialist for additional treatment, according to the University.

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AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, Richmond Hwy

AllCare Primary & Immediate Care

Open until 8:00 pm

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6020 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 223036020 Richmond Hwy

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Essential Care Clinic, Pediatrics Patients (Under 21 Years Old)

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6507 Old Branch Ave, Temple Hills, MD 207486507 Old Branch Ave

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Essential Care Clinic, Adult Patients

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6507 Old Branch Ave, Temple Hills, MD 207486507 Old Branch Ave

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Nova Patient Care, Kingstowne

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5876 Kingstowne Blvd, Alexandria, VA 223155876 Kingstowne Blvd

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Dr. “ Jersey Girl” Pagano was OUTSTANDING 😎. Suggestion - check your computer appointment confirmation notice. Had a 1:30 PM appointment via your computer system and arrived early to find that the office was closed for lunch and will reopen at 2:00 PM. You have a pen pail marked “ DIRTY”. Would it be better to use the word “USED”? Linda Yaeger

Nova Patient Care, Smoketown Plaza

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13820 Smoketown Rd, Woodbridge, VA 2219213820 Smoketown Rd

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I received 2 COVID test and everyone I dealt with was kind, respectful, and caring. I would recommend to anyone.

Aditus Health , La Plata

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9375 Chesapeake St, La Plata, MD 206469375 Chesapeake St

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Medics USA, Ashburn Primary Care

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44050 Ashburn Village Center, Ashburn, VA 2014744050 Ashburn Village Center

4.78(119 reviews)

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Dr Roksana was very helpful and I am now very confident in knowing that I will be better soon

AFC Urgent Care, Rockville

AFC Urgent Care

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802 Pleasant Dr, Rockville, MD 20850802 Pleasant Dr

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BRAVMed

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14504 Greenview Dr, Laurel, MD 2070814504 Greenview Dr

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Labcorp

4000 Mitchellville Rd, Bowie, MD 207164000 Mitchellville Rd

4.59(410 reviews)

I would 100% recommend this company to anyone wanting to check their health status. The process was incredibly easy and done through certified labs. The results are frequently back by the next day.

Ouch! Urgent Care

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6020 Meadowridge Center Dr, Elkridge, MD 210756020 Meadowridge Center Dr

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Popular Clinic! Booked 13 times today on Solv.

Been suffering with a headache, chest pain, congestion and a sore throat. I later developed a cough on the second day. Was able to download the app that night and make a morning appointment. Very easy to use. The staff were helpful and courteous. Ms. Wendy was the best. My prescriptions were sent electronically to my pharmacy and I was given a form for a chest x ray in another facility close by. All in all it was a positive experience that I will use again.