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At Thrive Pediatrics, we believe that staying active is key to a child’s overall health and development. Our sports physicals help ensure that your child is healthy and ready to safely participate in their favorite sports and activities.
A sports physical is a comprehensive health evaluation that ensures your child is physically prepared for athletic participation. During the exam, we will:
If needed, we may recommend further testing or provide guidance on injury prevention, nutrition, and training techniques to keep your child performing at their best.
Most schools and sports programs require an annual sports physical before participation in:
It’s best to schedule your child’s sports physical at least 6-8 weeks before the season starts to ensure they are ready for action. In addition, the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) requires a sports physical to be completed after April 15th for participation in upcoming seasons. You can prefill the form here.
At Thrive Pediatrics, we provide comprehensive health appraisals to assess your child’s overall health and well-being and ensure they are thriving, and ready for new experiences.
Like a sports physical, a health appraisal is a thorough medical evaluation that includes many of the elements above in addition to reviewing and updating your child’s immunizations.
Health appraisals are often required for:
To make your visit smooth, please bring:
You can also download and prefill a health appraisal form here.
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