Sports Physicals

Sports Physicals services offered in Southwest, Clark County and Downtown, Las Vegas, NV

Many children, teenagers, and even adults require sports physicals to participate in school-sponsored sporting activities. At Hale Family Practice in Clark County, Nevada, compassionate nurse practitioner Mark Culanag, NP, and the team provide comprehensive sports physicals to patients of all ages. Schedule an evaluation by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.

Sports Physicals Q & A

What are sports physicals?

Sports physicals are medical assessments that evaluate your or your child’s overall health to determine if you can safely participate in sports activities, particularly contact sports. While not all school sports teams require a sports physical for participation, you can schedule this type of physical anytime you have concerns.

What are the benefits of sports physicals?

Sports physicals can detect potential health concerns that may cause problems or exacerbate symptoms during physical activity. Examples include high blood pressure, asthma, heart conditions, fractures, and other injuries. The Hale Family Practice experts are highly skilled in detecting potential problems and clearing athletes for sports participation.

Does my child need sports physicals?

Contact your child’s school or coach to determine if they require a sports physical before participating in physical activity. Hale Family Practice also offers school, camp, and work physicals for children, teenagers, and adults.

What happens during sports physicals?

When you arrive at Hale Family Practice for a sports physical, a specialist weighs you and determines your body mass index (BMI). They check your heart rate, blood pressure, and other vital signs and review your medical history. This includes your medications, lifestyle habits, symptoms, and history of illnesses, diseases, and injuries.

During a physical exam, the Hale Family Practice experts ensure your heartbeat, breathing, eyes, ears, throat, reflexes, limbs, and other areas of the body are healthy. You might complete an eye exam and diagnostic testing, such as blood tests, heart-function testing, imaging procedures, or drug testing if necessary.

Hale Family Practice offers recommendations and specialist referrals if you need treatment for an illness, disease, or injury. Some patients require treatment before being cleared for a sports physical.

How often should I schedule sports physicals?

Many school sports teams require a sports physical every year to prevent potential medical complications from arising during physical activity. Even if your or your child’s team doesn’t require a sports physical, you can still schedule such physicals any time for peace of mind.

Book sports physicals at Hale Family Practice by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.