Physicals
If you or your child are in need of a physical, I Am Wellness makes it convenient and affordable to get them done in a timely manner. I Am Wellness offers physicals for a variety of purposes, and these typically include the following types:
General physical (for adults)
College sports physical
Camp physical
School physical (K-12)
Sports physical (K-12)
Employment physical
Pre-surgical
DOT physical (Coming Soon)
Why get a physical?
Simply put, the purpose of a physical exam is prevention. Whether you or your child are in need of a physical, your exam can be one of the best ways to screen for illnesses or other health concerns. The exam will provide either reassurance that your health is fine, or may serve as the basis to identify an impending health issue while there is still time to correct it. For that reason, at I Am Wellness, our highly trained staff advocates for annual routine physical exams.
What is a physical?
Although physicals vary depending on their purpose and the medical provider, most consist of the following:
Medical history
Vital signs
General appearance
Blood work
EKG
A comprehensive medical exam assists yor medical provider in identifying medical problems at an early stage so that they can be more easily addressed and managed. Some of these include but are not limited to high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. Whatever the reason for your pysical, the exams can be crucial to your overall health and wellness.