Same day sports physicals are available at urgent care for many students, athletes, and adults who need clearance paperwork completed without waiting for a traditional appointment. This can be especially helpful when a new sports season, school activity, or camp is approaching and required forms still need a medical provider's signature. At AFC Urgent Care Edgewater, we provide school, sports, and camp physicals for patients in Edgewater and the Annapolis area. Our clinic is open seven days a week from 8am to 8pm on weekdays and 8am to 5pm on weekends. Walk in today!
Can Urgent Care Perform a Sports Physical?
Yes, urgent care can provide sports physicals when you need an exam and required participation forms completed. These exams help evaluate your general health and determine whether there are concerns that may affect your ability to safely participate in an activity. At AFC Urgent Care Edgewater, our medical providers review your health history and perform a physical examination during your visit. This makes urgent care a practical option when your primary care provider is unavailable or your schedule does not allow for a future appointment.
What Happens During a Sports Physical?
A sports physical usually includes a review of your medical history followed by an examination focused on your overall health and physical readiness. Your provider may discuss previous injuries, medications, allergies, ongoing conditions, and symptoms that occur during exercise. The physical exam can include checks of your vision, heart, lungs, joints, strength, flexibility, and other areas related to participation. If the exam identifies a concern, your provider can discuss appropriate next steps before you begin or return to an activity.
What Should I Bring to a Same Day Physical?
Bringing the correct information can help your visit go smoothly and ensure required paperwork is completed accurately.
- Required forms: Bring paperwork from your school, team, camp, or organization if a specific form must be completed.
- Medical information: Be prepared to discuss medications, allergies, past injuries, surgeries, and relevant family health history.
- Identification and insurance information: Have these available for registration and billing if applicable.
Taking a few minutes to prepare can make the same day process more efficient.
Can Adults Get a Sports or Activity Physical at Urgent Care?
Yes, adults may also need a physical examination before participating in recreational leagues, organized activities, or other programs. Requirements vary by organization, so it is important to review the paperwork before your visit. A provider can complete an appropriate exam and address questions about your health history or activity requirements. Urgent care offers a convenient option when you need timely medical paperwork without delaying your plans.
Visit AFC Urgent Care Edgewater for a Same Day Sports Physical
Our team at AFC Urgent Care Edgewater provides school, sports, and camp physicals with convenient walk in care seven days a week. We serve patients from Edgewater and the Annapolis area who need participation exams and medical forms completed without waiting for a future appointment. We accept most medical insurance plans, and you can review our accepted insurance information before your visit. To learn more about sports physicals or our other urgent care services, contact our team directly at (410) 956-3394, save your spot online, or walk in for same day care.