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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myDoc Urgent Care, University City

myDoc Urgent Care

Open until 7:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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3717 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 191043717 Chestnut St

4.2(64 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 5 times today on Solv.

I was pleasantly surprised by the blood draw yesterday. I've had many bad experiences in the past, but the phlebotomist was so skilled and caring that I didn't feel a thing. My arm is pain-free today and no bruises.

myDoc Urgent Care, Center City

myDoc Urgent Care

Open until 5:00 pm

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1420 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 191021420 Locust St

4.5(42 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 2 times today on Solv.

Staff was incredible, especially Dr. Walkenstein who was so nonjudgmental and also extremely helpful in making sure I got the care I needed ASAP. Highly recommend

AFC Urgent Care, Washington Township

AFC Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

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475 Hurffville - Cross Keys Rd, Washington Township, NJ 08080475 Hurffville - Cross Keys Rd

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Optum Urgent Care, Runnemede

Optum Urgent Care

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165 S Black Horse Pike, Runnemede, NJ 08078165 S Black Horse Pike

4.63(6.3k reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 6 times today on Solv.

Cut finger and went into urgent care. Was seen within 15 minutes.

Optum Urgent Care, Mount Ephraim

Optum Urgent Care

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2 S Black Horse Pike, Mount Ephraim, NJ 080592 S Black Horse Pike

4.78(7.7k reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 2 times today on Solv.

The Doctor I she saw was fantastic. Very professional & friendly.

myDoc Urgent Care, Temple University Campus

myDoc Urgent Care

Open until 6:00 pm

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1501 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 191301501 N Broad St

4.41(152 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 3 times today on Solv.

This was a pre-employee health exam. It was easy to schedule and the wait time was short. The staff was extremely friendly. The doctor was professional and friendly. It was an enjoyable Doctors visit! I would definitely recommend this provider.

Citylife Health, Camden

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1000 Atlantic Ave, Camden, NJ 081041000 Atlantic Ave

4.8(12 reviews)

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AFC Urgent Care, Gloucester Township

AFC Urgent Care

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2001 College Dr, Clementon, NJ 080212001 College Dr

2.33(3 reviews)

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AFC in Clementon, NJ is wonderful! I took my child there and the staff was amazing from the front desk to the doctor. The medical assistant was wonderful with my son and made him relax while he was there.

AFC Urgent Care, Pennsauken

AFC Urgent Care

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6630 S Crescent Blvd, Pennsauken Township, NJ 081096630 S Crescent Blvd

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Optum Urgent Care, Pennsville

Optum Urgent Care

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251 N Broadway, Pennsville Township, NJ 08070251 N Broadway

4.71(5.3k reviews)

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93% of patients recommend this clinic.

Couldn’t get appointment with my primary doctor and then tried to get appointment with urgent care and they were booked so I tried walk-in. Luckily when I went I was seen shortly after arriving. Everyone was great. So glad I went. Very good care. Thank you.

AFC Urgent Care, Aston

AFC Urgent Care

Open until 5:00 pm

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5024 Pennell Rd, Aston, PA 190145024 Pennell Rd

2.5(2 reviews)

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It was my first time here very clean. All the women behind the desk we're knowlegeable and professional. It was worth the wait Doctor Ellis and the blonde nurse were great Doc did very good job with my toddlers stiches.

AFC Urgent Care, Kennett Square

AFC Urgent Care

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300 Old Forge Ln, Kennett Square, PA 19348300 Old Forge Ln

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Short wait time. Quick processing. Friendly knowledgeable staff. Far, far better than going to ER.

AFC Urgent Care, West-Chester

AFC Urgent Care

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510 E Gay St, West Chester, PA 19380510 E Gay St

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Labcorp

Open until 2:00 pm

Mon 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
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1205 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA 193821205 West Chester Pike

4.32(453 reviews)

I came in one day without an appoint and waited two hours as a walk-in before I had to leave without being tested. I made an appointment through Labcorp for the next day, showed up on time, got tested easily and was on my way in 15-20 minutes. Staff is friendly and helpful.

Citylife Health, Tilden Middle School

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6601 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA 191426601 Elmwood Ave

4.33(3 reviews)

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AFC Urgent Care, Havertown

AFC Urgent Care

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115 W Eagle Rd, Havertown, PA 19083115 W Eagle Rd

5.0(3 reviews)

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What a wonderful place!!! The front desk staff was so welcoming, friendly and efficient. After filling out our paper work we were immediately seen by an intake nurse. And as soon as she finished Tim, the PA came in to us. He listened attentively, asked good questions , checked a couple of things and came up with a diagnosis. He gave us a lot of good information by way of explanation and didn’t rush us. He prescribed medication, gave us instructions as to what to do and not to do and offered for us to call him during the week if we had questions. It was a great experience by extremely capable staff. We were very impressed by the quality of care every step of the way.