7 Days Pediatrics - Amboy Office

(732) 548-3210

7 Days Pediatrics - Oak Tree Office

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7 Days Pediatrics - South Plainfield Office

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Why Sports Physicals Are Important?

How a sports physical from the pediatricians in Edison, South Plainfield, Perth Amboy, and Woodbridge, NJ, can protect your child’s health

When you have children, you want them to stay active and healthy. An important part of that is playing a sport. Being active in sports is a great way for your child to build muscle, strength, flexibility, and balance. It’s also a great way for your child to build friendships. So, how do you know your child is healthy enough to play a sport? Your child needs a sports physical to find out.

The pediatricians at 7 Days Pediatrics offer comprehensive medical services for children, including sports physicals. They have several convenient locations in Edison and South Plainfield, NJ, proudly serving residents of Edison, Perth Amboy, South Plainfield, and Woodbridge, NJ.

Playing a sport is demanding, affecting your child’s heart rate, breathing, and other factors. When your child has a sports physical, it can help indicate any potential problems your child might experience when playing the sport.

During the sports physical, your pediatrician will record:

  • Your child’s medical history
  • Your family’s medical history
  • Allergies, illnesses, and hospitalizations
  • Medications including dosage

This is an excellent time for you to mention any concerns you have about symptoms your child has experienced. Be sure to mention any breathing problems, chest pain, or other issues.

The next part of a sports physical is a thorough physical examination. During the physical examination, your pediatrician will check:

  • Your child’s height and weight
  • Your child’s heart rate and breathing
  • Flexibility, balance, and muscle strength

Your pediatrician may also check your child’s vision and hearing, and also administer any vaccinations your child needs.

A sports physical can help protect your child’s health. To learn more about the importance of sports physicals, call the pediatricians at 7 Days Pediatrics, proudly serving residents of Edison, Perth Amboy, South Plainfield, and Woodbridge, NJ. You can reach them at any of their three locations in Edison and South Plainfield, NJ, by calling (732) 548-3210, so call now!