Physicals

Physicals are medical exams that are often required for children to attend school, camp, or to play a sport. These examinations are common and vary depending on the reason why the physical is required. If your child needs a physical for entry into school, camp, or a sport, we encourage you to see the pediatric providers at Care+ Pediatrics Urgent Care. Our board-certified pediatrician and entire team of pediatric providers accept walk-in appointments, allowing you to get your child’s physical performed at your convenience.

School Physicals vs. Camp Physicals vs. Sports Physicals

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends school-aged children receive physicals yearly. Each physical, while different in nature, assesses your child’s overall well-being. Physicals may detect an underlying disease in your child, like a heart murmur, asthma, or diabetes.

There are three different physicals the pediatric providers at Care+ Pediatrics Urgent Care perform:

We will also ask your child if they have a past of experiencing shortness of breath, chest pain, or fatigue while playing sports with their friends or at school. These experiences may also be a sign your child has an underlying condition.

In the event your child has an underlying condition, our expert pediatric providers can work with your primary pediatrician to ensure your child gets the right course of treatment.

Physical Exam

The physical examination portion of the physical is much more hands-on than the medical history portion. Throughout this part of the physical, one of our highly skilled pediatric providers may:

• Determine your child’s height and weight
• Take your child’s pulse and blood pressure
• Check your child’s heart, lungs, abdomen, ears, nose, and throat
• Evaluate your child’s posture, joints, and flexibility
• Check your child’s reflexes

After your child’s physical, our pediatric providers will be able to determine whether your child is fit for participating in physical activities in school, at camp, or while playing sports. In the event an underlying condition is detected, we will be sure to notify your primary pediatrician and provide a referral to a specialist if needed.

Pediatric Urgent Care in OKC

Getting a physical doesn’t have to be a hassle. Simply walk into the Care+ Pediatrics Urgent Care clinic or use our convenient online appointment scheduler. We are happy to provide our services to boys and girls in the greater Oklahoma City area.