BOZEMAN – As the excitement builds for another season of Friday night lights, Bozeman Health Pediatrics is here to help young athletes prepare for a safe and successful year in sports.

The Montana High School Association requires all student athletes to have a current sports physical on file to participate in school-sponsored sports. These physicals ensure young athletes are healthy and cleared for physical activity, laying the foundation for a fun and injury-free season.

Your child’s pediatrician is the ideal provider for this evaluation. Pediatricians offer a whole- person approach and are familiar with your child’s health history, chronic conditions and developmental needs. Unlike walk-in clinics or urgent care centers, your pediatrician provides care in the context of your child’s ongoing health and medical history. This continuity of care results in a more personalized experience and better outcomes.

In line with the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines, sports physicals can be completed during your child’s annual well-child visit, offering both convenience and potential cost savings for families.

With the busy back-to-school season approaching, now is the perfect time to schedule. Ideally, sports physicals should be completed six to eight weeks before the season begins, allowing time for follow-up if needed.

Bozeman Health Pediatrics offers sports physicals at all locations, including:

• Deaconess Regional Medical Center

• Cottonwood Clinic

• Belgrade Clinic

• Big Sky Medical Center

  To learn more or to schedule a sports physical, visit our website Sports Physicals, Pediatrics in Bozeman, Health Exams for Kids.