(Howard, SD) – The ball is in your court – schedule your student’s annual adolescent wellness exam today to stay on the right track.
Keeping your athlete on the right track is our top priority. Schedule their wellness check today.
Growing up in a rural smalltown atmosphere means kids are involved in a lot – sports, music, drama, jobs, 4-H and helping on the family farm. A regular wellness check is important to make sure hard-working young people are in great shape to live their best life during summer sports and fun and the upcoming academic year.
During the exam, our team will complete paperwork for your child’s sports physical, which is covered on an annual basis by most insurance companies.
Why does your student athlete or emerging maestro need an exam?
- Staying ahead of the game: Regular visits with your primary care provider lets them establish a baseline for your child so they can track any concerns that might arise. Finding health issues early typically means quicker, less expensive, minimally invasive treatments that get them back on track without much time on the sidelines.
- Staying on the right track: Your provider will measure your child’s growth and development to make sure their bodies are maturing like they should. It’s a great time to talk about stressors, and social and physical changes they’re experiencing. This includes relationships, mental health and preventive care.
- Staying strong: Your provider can discuss healthy habits with your child to encourage good sleep hygiene, reasonable amounts of screen time, healthy eating and good decision making.
These exams give your child time to develop a trusted relationship with their primary care provider – an important milestone in their wellness journey. It opens opportunities for your student to talk about things that might be bothering them – whether physical or emotional. Adolescents are generally healthier and better supported by receiving an annual exam. It gets them set up for a season of success in sports, school and life.
Contact your Horizon Health provider today to get set up with a wellness check with sports physical paperwork completion. We want you to feel your best and make sure those wins keep coming!