Entering school and going to camp are big events in your child’s life. You want your child to enjoy the experience, free from illnesses and injuries. Prevention is what school or camp physicals are all about. Dr. David Yi and Dr. Paula Lansford-Seabaugh at Trophy Club Family Medicine in Trophy Club, TX, provide comprehensive family medicine services, including school and camp physicals.

What You Need To Know About School and Camp Physicals

School and camp physicals are important for a wide variety of reasons, including:

• Identifying medical conditions or concerns early, so they can be treated before your child attends school or camp
• Identifying areas of potential injury, so your child can be proactive about avoiding injuries
• Protecting your child against contagious illnesses and diseases by providing necessary vaccinations

A school or camp physical has several important steps. Consider that during a school or camp physical your pediatrician will:

• Record your child’s height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and other important information
• Discuss any current medical issues, injuries, or illnesses your child is experiencing
• Do a comprehensive physical examination including checking your child’s eyes, nose, throat, ears, vision, and hearing
• Discuss any potential medical issues which may come up when your child attends school or camp
• Check your child’s balance, reflexes, flexibility, and strength
• Discuss any potential symptoms like chest pain, breathing problems, or dizziness that could occur when your child is active
• Determine that your child is healthy enough to attend camp or school

During a school or camp physical, your pediatrician will also check to ensure your child is current on necessary immunizations. Getting vaccinated doesn’t just protect your child. It also protects your child’s teachers, playmates, family members and YOU, from acquiring serious illnesses and diseases like the flu, meningitis, hepatitis, and more.

Want To Know More?

To find out more about the importance of school and camp physicals and how they can prevent illnesses and injuries, call Dr. David Yi and Dr. Paula Lansford-Seabaugh at Trophy Club Family Medicine in Trophy Club, TX. You can reach them in the office by calling (817) 430-9111, so call today.