As your child is growing, they need regular screenings to prevent issues from developing. While this is mainly to diagnose problems early and prevent some from arising, this care is also necessary for their education. And if your little one plays sports, medical services are required for that as well. Fortunately, at Western Michigan Pediatrics, serving Grand Rapids and Jenison, MI, our pediatricians offer both school and sports physicals to keep your child safe at their desk or the game.
Importance of Physicals
If you're curious to know why you have to get your kid school and sports physicals, we should mention that it's the law in Michigan for your child to receive a physical for school.
And if your child wants to participate in sports through the school, they'll need to have a recent physical on file. While this obviously protects the school from liability, it's also advantageous to your child and you. Before they play sports, this physical confirms they're healthy enough to play and don't have any issues that could interfere or put them at risk of complications.
What the Physical Consists Of
During your child's physical for sports, we'll check their weight and height. We'll assess their blood pressure and check their heart and lungs. Part of this examination will also include going over your child's medical history, which is a prime time for us to identify any potential problems that could pose a problem when they play sports.
For school physicals, we'll also assess your little one's vitals and check their weight and height. This is when we can make sure your child has the most recent vaccines to keep them compliant with the law and protected against serious diseases.
This evaluation is also a good time to educate you on ways your child can stay safe during sports if they have particular medical needs, for example, if they sometimes need an inhaler.
Why Choose Us
When it comes to physicals, we understand how important a sports physical is, so it's a thorough evaluation. We make sure you receive not only the necessary form but also the peace of mind of knowing your kid is healthy.
Western Michigan Pediatrics is available for school and sports physicals for those near Grand Rapids and Jenison. It just takes booking an appointment with one of our pediatricians.
Contact us:
Grand Rapids - 616-949-6112
Jenison - 616-457-3510