School and Sports Physicals
School and Sports Physicals
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Before your child goes back to school or begins playing a sport, you may be asked to take them for a physical examination. This is a health assessment spearheaded by a certified healthcare professional and is designed to determine whether a child is healthy enough to be attending school or playing a sport.
The goal is to ensure that your child is healthy and safe for the upcoming school year or activity and any underlying health issues are detected, diagnosed, and treated early.
Solvera Health offers quick appointments, primary care providers, and extensive on-site services.
Note: In Illinois, the school physical will count as a sports physical, but a sports physical will not count as a school physical.
Cost
$50 Cash Pay
(Insurance Also Accepted)
$50 Cash Pay
(Insurance Also Accepted)
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Frequently Asked Questions What information do I need to bring to the physical?
IL Certificate of Child Health Exam Form
Other information you’ll need to have:
- Immunization records
- Medications list
- Any illnesses diagnosed in their younger years (diabetes, asthma, allergy, etc.)
- Summary of any previous surgeries or hospitalizations
- Summary of any recurring and past injuries
- Details on whether your child has experienced dizziness, chest pains, or trouble breathing during sports activities and exercise.
What to expect at the physical?
Physical exams will vary based on the child’s age, but typically the provider will:
- Record your child’s height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, and BMI.
- Check your child’s heart, lungs, lymph nodes, abdomen, skin, eyes, ears, nose, and throat.
- Evaluate your child’s vision, joints, muscles, and spine,
- Discuss the medical history of your child and your family.
What about immunizations?
What is a school physical?
The School Physical serves as a precautionary measure for the school administration to ensure that your child is healthy and doesn’t need special monitoring or precautions. Therefore, make sure to answer all questions on the Child Health Exam form honestly and carefully. If your child is an adolescent or teenager, fill out the form with them, so they’ll be familiar with their medical history, as well.
The deadline for physicals varies by district so be sure to check with your child’s school if you are new to the district or new to Illinois. State law requires the exclusion of students who do not have either the health exam or required vaccines “upon enrollment but no later than Oct. 15” or an earlier date established by the board of an individual district.
What is a sports physical?
Sports Physicals are usually good for one year, though your child will probably need to complete sports form for each season. If there are any changes in their health history, like a new injury or new symptoms (such as chest pain or shortness of breath), your child may need to see the doctor before being allowed to play. Be sure to let their gym teacher or coach know if their health has changed.
The goal of a Sports Physical is to make sure your child is safe while playing sports, not to stop them from playing. Rarely, the doctor may find that an athlete can’t play their sport. That doesn’t mean they can’t play any sports, though. For example, if your child has had a lot of concussions, they might not be able to play football but could play another sport, like tennis.
Note: In Illinois, the school physical will count as a sports physical, but a sports physical will not count as a school physical.