You already know that playing sports helps keep you fit. But you might not know why it's so important to get a sports physical at the beginning of your sports season.
__ Most require students have a sports physical before they can play school sports. But even if a sports physical isn't required, doctors still recommend getting one if you are active in any sports.
A sports physical can help find out and deal with health problems that might affect your sports performance or increase the chance of getting hurt. For example, if you have frequent asthma (哮喘) attacks, the doctor can change your medicines. Your doctor may offer training tips or recommend exercises or physical therapy (疗法) to help you avoid injuries.
Most teens go to their regular doctor's office to get a sports physical, since your doctor knows you and your health history best. Some get their sports physical at school. Each one is armed with a medical professional who does a specific part of the physical exam.
Plan your sports physical at least 6 weeks before your sports season starts. Neither you nor your doctor will be very happy if your sports physical is the day before baseball practice starts and it turns out there's something that needs to be taken care of before you can suit up.
Sports physicals are usually good for 1 year, though you probably will have to complete a sports form each season. If there are any changes in your health history, like a new injury or you notice new symptoms (症状), you may need to see the doctor before being allowed to play. .
A. That way, you can breathe more easily when you run.
B. Let your gym teacher or coach know if your health has changed.
C. During school physicals, you may go to "stations" set up in the gym.
D. The medical history questions are usually on a form that you can bring home.
E. Mention you need a sports physical so your doctor can set aside time to do both.
F. The sports history and exam help to tell if it's safe for you to take part in your sport.
G. If your doctor finds a problem, this should leave enough time to for tests or treatment.
