Is the Preparticipation Physical Examination Replacing the Annual Well Child Examination among Student Athletes?

ABSTRACT:

Background

The goal of the preparticipation physical examination (PPE) is to promote health and safety during competition by screening athletes for injuries and illness. Historically it has been reported that the PPE may be the only medical evaluation that many student athletes receive. Our objective was to evaluate whether student athletes who have participated in our PPEs also receive routine well child care. In addition, we investigated parental perspectives regarding what should be included during the PPE.

Methods

A 29-question survey was distributed to parents of student athletes during 6 PPE sessions sponsored and hosted at local school districts. Descriptive statistics were used to characterize and summarize the data set.

Results

A total of 288 surveys were com

SUBMITTER: Daniels EW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8817920 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature