What To Expect During Your Child’s Physical Appointment

As the school year starts or if your child is looking to participate in sports, they will likely be required to go through a physical. This helps to make sure that your child is healthy enough to endure physical activity and that there aren’t any underlying issues that could affect your child’s health. It’s important to know what to expect when bringing your child to a physical. Our pediatricians at Mid Kansas Pediatric Associates in East Wichita, West Wichita, and Derby, KS, can explain what to expect during physicals. 

What Happens During a Physical 

When bringing your child to a physical, you want to make sure that you’re prepared, and you understand what to expect. Physicals are done by our pediatrician to make sure that your child is healthy and that there aren’t any undiagnosed issues that could affect how your child functions. 

During a physical, your pediatrician will check every area of your child’s body to ensure that everything is functioning correctly. This means checking their heart, lungs, and reflexes. Your child will also have their height and weight measured. This can give your pediatrician an understanding of your child’s overall health. 

If your child’s pediatrician notices any irregularities, they can perform tests to see what might be affecting your child. This doesn’t mean that they won’t be able to participate in sports, they may just need adjustments made. Our pediatrician will also ask for any questions or concerns that you might have. It’s also a good time to make sure that your child is up to date on immunizations. 

Contact Our Pediatrician Today 

Make sure that you’re ready for your child’s physical! Contact your pediatricians at Mid Kansas Pediatric Associates in East Wichita, West Wichita, and Derby, KS, to learn more about physicals and what you can expect. Call for more information today at (316) 634-2000 for the office in East Wichita, KS, (316) 773-3100 for the office in West Wichita, KS, and (316) 719-2001 for the office in Derby, KS.