What is the definition or description of: sports physicals?

Sports physicals: Examinations performed by qualified medical professionals to determine eligibility for sports/competition.

Sports Physical: Sports physical used: determine that the athlete is in general good health. Assess the athlete's present fitness level. Detect conditions that predispose the athlete to new injuries. Evaluate any existing injuries of the athlete. Assess developmental maturation of the athlete. Detect congenital anomalies that increase the athlete's risk of injury. Detect poor preparticipation conditioning.

Screening Exam: A sports physical is a screening examination (often in conjunction with a questionairre) to determine whether or not a patient is physically capable of competing in a sport or exercise regimen.

Sports physical: Includes a thorough history and physical exam to allow you to safely participate in activities and access any risks you may have for injury and recommend any rehab/exercises prior to activity. There are a few history questions and exam items that are slightly different for males and females. http://www.acsm.org/docs/brochures/pre-participation-physical-examinations.pdf