Sports Physical are required by public schools when you join any sports team. Its to ensure that the child is physically fit to play that sport. Most insurances do not cover Sports physicals and there may be a fee for the forms.
What Is a Sports Physical? The sports physical is also known as a preparticipation physical evaluation (PPE). The sports history and exam helps to tell if it's safe for you to participate in your sport. Most states require students have a sports physical before they can play school sports. A sports physical is different than the annual physical because it focuses on reviewing your child's current health status and medical history to ensure that your child is healthy enough to play his or her sport. There must be form that needs to be completed by the physician. Bring your forms with your for your sports physical appointment.
