Extracurricular and sports physicals help ensure your child is healthy, safe, and ready to participate in athletics, dance, marching band, and other after-school activities. At A+ Kids Pediatrics in McKinney, TX, we make the process quick, thorough, and family-friendly—often with same-day or next-day availability during peak seasons.

Why does my child need a physical?

• Safety first: Screens for heart, lung, and musculoskeletal risks before activity.

• Performance & prevention: Identifies asthma, allergies, past injuries, or vision issues that could affect play.

• School/league compliance: Most programs require a current physical and completed forms before participation.

What’s included in the exam

• Medical history review (illnesses, injuries, concussions, family cardiac history)

• Vitals & growth: height, weight, blood pressure, pulse

• Vision check

• Heart & lung exam

• Musculoskeletal screen: posture, joints, flexibility, strength, and functional movements

• Counseling on hydration, sleep, nutrition, heat safety, and injury prevention

Note: A sports physical focuses on fitness for activity. It doesn’t replace your child’s annual well-child visit, where we also cover vaccines, development, and preventive screenings.

The best time to schedule

Book 4–6 weeks before tryouts or the season start. This allows time to address any findings, update medications (e.g., inhalers), or complete follow-up testing if needed. We extend hours seasonally to accommodate school and team deadlines.

What to bring

• School/league forms (parent sections filled out)

• Glasses/contacts for the vision screen

• Medication list (inhalers, EpiPen®, etc.)

• Injury records or clearance notes if applicable

• Immunization record (helpful, not always required)

Clearance outcomes

• Cleared without restrictions

• Cleared with recommendations (e.g., brace, asthma action plan)

• Temporarily deferred pending evaluation (we’ll guide next steps promptly)

Pro tips for student-athletes

• Hydrate throughout the day, not just at practice

• Aim for 8–10 hours of sleep (teens on the higher end)

• Build a balanced plate: lean protein, complex carbs, fruits/veggies, healthy fats

• Don’t ignore pain—early evaluation prevents bigger injuries

Need a sports or extracurricular physical in McKinney?
Book online or call A+ Kids Pediatrics for fast, friendly clearance—often same day during peak season.