sports physical

Pre-season medical exam

A sports physical is a medical examination required before participating in organized athletics, typically for school or league sports.

The exam assesses whether a person is healthy enough for physical activity, checking heart function, joint stability, and overall fitness.

Also called a preparticipation physical examination: He needs to get his sports physical before football tryouts.

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